 |
Play
by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
|
Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Minakov drives through and clinches with Whitfield against the cage.
#TD2#
Minakov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB#
Whitfield is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Minakov defends well.
Whitfield working a defensive guard here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Whitfield holds on and takes a little breather.
Minakov postures up and lands a big shot to Whitfield's brow.
Minakov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Whitfield might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Whitfield working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Minakov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Whitfield trying to keep a closed guard but Minakov is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Minakov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Whitfield really is a fat lump.
Minakov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Whitfield not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Minakov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Whitfield takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Minakov tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Minakov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
You can see the frustration on Whitfield's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Whitfield is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Minakov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Minakov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Minakov landing strikes.
Minakov takes a little break here. Whitfield wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Minakov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Whitfield down.
Minakov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Whitfield struggling a bit here.
You can see the frustration on Whitfield's face as Minakov controls the position.
Whitfield wants to control but Minakov postures up.
Whitfield is breathing heavily.
Whitfield tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3##SU2#
Minakov has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #CL2#
Minakov moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Minakov wants the takedown. Whitfield is fighting it off but Minakov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Whitfield's guard against the cage.
Minakov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Minakov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Whitfield's guard.
Minakov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Minakov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Whitfield is trying to keep Minakov in close.
Minakov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Minakov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Whitfield is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Whitfield being controlled here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vitaly Minakov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Minakov gets the takedown into side control.
Minakov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Minakov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Whitfield is trying to get back to half guard.
Whitfield taking a bit of punishment here - Minakov scoring with strikes.
Whitfield is trying to improve his position.
Minakov working the ground and pound.#ROC2#
Whitfield is rocked!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Oh Whitfield is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Minakov lands a strong strike to the head of Whitfield. That's dazed him! Minakov looking to finish here. Whitfield is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Minakov lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vitaly Minakov!
|
|
|
|
Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Bluth lands with a shot to the body.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bluth as he avoids it easily.
Minakov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Minakov shoots in looking for a takedown. Bluth tries to sprawl out of it but Minakov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bluth manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Minakov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bluth cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Vitaly Minakov has been cut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vitaly Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minakov fails with the takedown
and Bluth counters with a straight right hand.
Nice sprawl there from Bluth as Minakov shoots in.
Minakov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bluth counters with a stiff right hand.
Bluth lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bluth circles away from the clinch attempt#KD2#
and Minakov is countered with a crisp right hand from Bluth that sends him to the canvas! Bluth follows him to the mat into side control. #ROC2#
Minakov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Minakov is not content to let Bluth control the position.
Bluth misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T1#
Minakov is trying to control Bluth's posture but Bluth avoids it.
Minakov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bluth is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bluth trying to control the action but Minakov is working from the bottom.
Minakov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bluth off and has taken his back!
Bluth tries to break free.
Minakov scores with punches and elbows.
Minakov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Bluth.
Minakov is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Bluth up.
#T2#
Minakov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Bluth.
Minakov has Bluth flattened out and is raining down punches.
Minakov keeps control of the position easily here as Bluth tries to buck him off.
Minakov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Minakov is landing with strikes. Bluth can't take much more of this.
Minakov keeps control of the position easily here as Bluth tries to buck him off.
Bluth tries to escape but Minakov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Minakov biding his time, controlling Bluth.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bluth wants to control his opponent's hands but Minakov gets his hands free. #SUB#
Minakov looking to break Bluth's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bluth remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Minakov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Minakov is riding his opponent, not letting Bluth buck him off.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Minakov is not going to allow Bluth to sit and survive in this position. #T3#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Minakov controlling the positon.#SUB#
Bluth defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Minakov looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Minakov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Minakov softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Minakov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Bluth tries to break free.
#T4#
Minakov is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Bluth up.
Minakov is riding his opponent, not letting Bluth buck him off.
Minakov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bluth for as long as he can get away with.
Minakov scores with strikes from the back.
Minakov is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Bluth up.
Minakov controls the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Bluth is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Minakov gets his way!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Minakov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vitaly Minakov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vitaly Minakov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Minakov fails with a takedown attempt.
Minakov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bluth counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
Vitaly Minakov's cut is getting worse.
Minakov misses with a takedown attempt
and Bluth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vitaly Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minakov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Minakov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Minakov shoots and misses
and Bluth counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
Vitaly Minakov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Minakov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Oh Minakov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Minakov misses with a takedown
and Bluth counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oscar Bluth!
|
|
|
|
Event:
SyFi 6
Date: Feb 03, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Minakov clinches up against the ropes.#TD2#
Minakov has picked Visigoth up - he's going for a ride! Minakov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Visigoth is trying to stand up here but Minakov is controlling him well.
Still in half guard, Minakov seems content to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Minakov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Visigoth is trying to stand.
Minakov works his way into side control. #ES#
Visigoth throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Visigoth misses with a two punch combination.
Visigoth looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Visigoth lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Visigoth.#CUT#
It looks like Vitaly Minakov has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Visigoth throws a right and a left that both miss.
Minakov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#TD2#
Minakov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Minakov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Visigoth tries to escape but Minakov is in control.
The referee asks Minakov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Minakov prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Let's hope that Minakov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Visigoth takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Visigoth seems a little lost for a moment, as Minakov dominates the positioning.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Minakov.
Minakov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Visigoth some visible discomfort.
Visigoth is trying to get back to his feet.
Minakov working the head and body with strikes.
Visigoth is pushing Minakov's head away, looking to escape. Minakov manages to hold on to the position though.
Minakov staying calm.
Minakov lands an elbow.
Visigoth wants to get back to his feet but Minakov drags him back down.
Minakov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Minakov prevents Visigoth from escaping the position.#T2#
Visigoth trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Minakov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Visigoth's shoulder. That is not cool.
Visigoth is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Minakov is controlling him well.
Visigoth on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Visigoth is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Minakov is controlling him well.
A lull in the action here as Minakov stalls from top position.
Minakov tries to stand but Visigoth is controlling his head.
A lull in the action here.
Minakov tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T3#
Minakov trying to control the position but Visigoth is working away.
Minakov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Visigoth is trying to buck Minakov off.
Visigoth taking a bit of punishment here - Minakov scoring with strikes.
Visigoth is pushing Minakov's head away, looking to escape. Minakov manages to hold on to the position though.
Check out the look on Minakov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Minakov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Visigoth keeps working. #SUB2#
Minakov is trying to get an arm triangle but Visigoth is defending well. #ES#
Visigoth sneaks out the side door and pushes Minakov away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Visigoth will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Minakov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Visigoth.
An inside leg kick from Visigoth misses.
Visigoth misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T4##TD2#
Minakov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Visigoth tries to escape but Minakov is in control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#ES#
Visigoth bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Visigoth throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD2#
Minakov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Visigoth quickly recovers to half guard.
Minakov tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Visigoth.
Minakov trying to control the pace.
Minakov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Minakov is taking a breather. Visigoth says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Visigoth tries to kick Minakov off but Minakov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Minakov trying to control from half guard but Visigoth is working away.
Visigoth is trying to stand up here but Minakov is controlling him well.
Minakov controlling the pace.
Visigoth is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vitaly Minakov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vitaly Minakov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Minakov misses with a takedown
and Visigoth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Minakov tries for a takedown but Visigoth circles away easily
and Visigoth counters with a series of strikes. Minakov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Visigoth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Visigoth with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Visigoth misses with the combination.
#KD#
Visigoth drops Minakov with a left right combo! Visigoth follows him down to the ground into side control.
#ROC#
Minakov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Minakov gets back to half guard.
Minakov trying to control but Visigoth postures up.
#SUB#
Visigoth is working for a kimura but Minakov is defending it quite comfortably.
Minakov trying to control but Visigoth postures up.
Minakov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Visigoth haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Visigoth is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Minakov can do to turn this around?#T1##SUB#
Visigoth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Minakov is defending against the submission attempts here by Visigoth.
Visigoth is thwarting Minakov's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Visigoth looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Minakov controlling the position for now.
Minakov wants to control but Visigoth is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Minakov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Minakov keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Minakov is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Visigoth is working for a submission of some sort.
Minakov pushes Visigoth off looking to stand but Visigoth dives back in and keeps control.
Minakov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Visigoth is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Visigoth wants to work for an arm triangle but Minakov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Vitaly Minakov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Visigoth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Minakov is just riding it out for now. Visigoth eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Visigoth is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Minakov has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Minakov is doing well to control the position and prevent Visigoth from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Visigoth seems to be working for a kimura but Minakov defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Visigoth is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Minakov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Visigoth.
Minakov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Minakov is concentrating on defense, preventing Visigoth from advancing position.
Minakov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Minakov is looking to escape.#SUB#
Visigoth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Minakov is just riding it out for now. Visigoth eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Visigoth is thwarting Minakov's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Visigoth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Minakov is just riding it out for now. Visigoth eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Visigoth is looking for a kimura but Minakov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Visigoth to get the leverage. #SUB#
Visigoth is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Minakov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Visigoth.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Visigoth is looking for a kimura but Minakov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Visigoth to get the leverage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alaric Visigoth dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vitaly Minakov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Visigoth throws a leg kick but Minakov checks it.
Minakov wants to counter the offense by Visigoth and move into the clinch position.#TD2#
Minakov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Visigoth tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Minakov is in Visigoth's guard.
Minakov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Visigoth wants to stand but Minakov is controlling the position.
Minakov stays in close to Visigoth's body and controls the position.
Visigoth wants to get back to his feet but Minakov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Minakov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Visigoth wants to stand and escape but Minakov is having none of it.
Minakov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Visigoth wants to stand and escape but Minakov is having none of it. #T1#
Minakov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Visigoth misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Visigoth throws a leg kick but Minakov sees it coming and moves out of range. #TD2#
Minakov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Visigoth quickly recovers to half guard.
Visigoth tries to kick Minakov off but Minakov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Minakov controlling the action here.
Minakov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Minakov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Minakov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Minakov is keen to just control but Visigoth is a slippery customer.
Visigoth wants to get back to his feet.#T2##ES#
Visigoth has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Minakov is on him like a limpet, forcing Visigoth back against the ropes.#TD2#
Minakov lands a takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Visigoth is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES#
Visigoth pushes Minakov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Visigoth tries to bum rush Minakov with a series of wild strikes but Minakov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Minakov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Minakov controlling the position from side mount.
Visigoth is not content to let Minakov control the position.
Minakov taking a breather here.
Visigoth is not content to let Minakov control the position.
Visigoth tries to escape but Minakov is in control. #T3#
Minakov controlling from side mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Minakov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Visigoth taking punishment in the form of punches.
Minakov working the body and head with strikes.
Minakov trying to control the position but Visigoth is working away.
Visigoth wants to get back to his feet but Minakov drags him back down.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Minakov wants to control but Visigoth is keeping him busy.
Visigoth prevents Minakov from moving into mount.
Visigoth wants to get back to his feet.
Minakov wants to stand but Visigoth is controlling his arm.
Visigoth trying to remain calm as Minakov controls from the top position.
Visigoth pushes Minakov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Minakov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Minakov is trying to get an arm triangle but Visigoth is defending well.
Minakov landing strikes.
Minakov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Visigoth's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vitaly Minakov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Minakov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:27
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alaric Visigoth!
After the big win, Alaric Visigoth made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Phantom Fightwear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
|
|
|
|
Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 09, 2018 |
#R1#
Gunn scores with a jab to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gunn.#CL2#
Minakov closes the distance and pushes Gunn back into the cage.#TD2#
Minakov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Minakov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Minakov gets to his feet. Gunn looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T1#
Gunn changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Minakov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Minakov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
It looks like Minakov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T2#
Gunn wants to sweep but no luck.
Minakov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Minakov cracks Gunn with a solid left hand.
Minakov connects with a couple of short punches.
Minakov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SU2#
Minakov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Gunn, up you get! #T3##TD2#
Minakov shoots in and bounces Gunn off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Minakov gets to his feet - Gunn follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Minakov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gunn napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Minakov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gunn will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Gunn taking punishment in the form of punches.
Check out the look on Minakov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Minakov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Minakov is staying tight to Gunn's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T4#
Minakov working the ground and pound.
Gunn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Minakov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Minakov controls the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Minakov is continuing to stall.
Minakov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Gunn to see if he's OK.
Minakov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Gunn is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SU2#
Minakov decides to stand back up. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Gunn enables Minakov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Gunn manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ROC2#
Gunn is rocked!
Minakov advances to half guard.
Minakov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vitaly Minakov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Still in half guard, Minakov seems content to control.
Gunn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Minakov controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Minakov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The adventures of Minakov the control monster continue. Boring.
Minakov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Minakov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Minakov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Gunn trying to control but Minakov postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Minakov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Gunn is trying to defend but Minakov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Gunn has hold of Minakov's hands but Minakov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Still in half guard, Minakov seems content to control.
Minakov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Gunn is looking for a sweep. Minakov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Minakov controlling the pace.
More stalling from Minakov.
Minakov with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Gunn is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Minakov scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Minakov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Minakov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Gunn is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Minakov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ground and pound from Minakov.
Minakov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Oh Gunn is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gunn taking some punishment here, with Minakov in his half guard.
Minakov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Minakov scores with a big shot! Gunn's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Gunn! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vitaly Minakov!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
