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Event: OFK 394 - Mangold Vs Kim     
Date:   Apr 14, 2024
#R1##CL2#
Chan clinches with his opponent.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD2#
Chan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Chan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dokov is looking to work some ground and pound but Chan has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov throws a big elbow that misses.
Chan working a defensive guard here. #SU#
Chan is working an open guard so Dokov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Chan has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Chan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Chan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dokov trying to control but Chan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dokov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dokov has managed to get both his arms back between Chan's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Dokov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Chan's head.
Dokov is looking to work some ground and pound but Chan has wrist control.
Dokov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Dokov scoring with some ground and pound. #SU#
Dokov gets to his feet - Chan follows without any prompting. #CL#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Chan.
Chan takes a shot to the head. #TD2#
Chan turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dokov throws Chan to one side and escapes!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dokov pushes Chan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Dokov works on Chan's body with a couple of short punches.#TD2#
Chan turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Chan manages to end up in side control.

Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Chan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Chan throws a sloppy head kick and Dokov moves out of range easily.
Chan is looking to land body kicks.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Dokov tries to sprawl but Chan drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Chan blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Dokov is looking to get back to is feet but Chan passes into side control.
Chan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working. #ES#
Dokov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T3##TD2#
Dokov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD2#
Chan gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Dokov trying to control the position here.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Chan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dokov has his foot on Chan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chan works his way back into a safe position though.
Chan trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Chan any problems.
Chan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Chan is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Chan keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Dokov pushes Chan up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Chan wants the takedown. Dokov is fighting it off but Chan persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dokov's guard against the cage.

Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##CL#
Dokov darts in and clinches Chan up against the cage.#TD2#
Chan turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Chan manages to end up in side control.

Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Chan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
We've been told by Dokov's head coaches at 3Band MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chan is looking for the big counter here.#TD2#
Chan is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dokov's half guard.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chan misses with a body shot. #CL#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard.
Chan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Chan is having none of it.
Dokov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Chan from controlling successfully.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chan's guard. #REVR##SU#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Chan circles away.
Chan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dokov. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov lands an uppercut.
Chan blocks an elbow strike.#T2#
Still in the clinch, Dokov scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD2#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Chan is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Dokov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Chan presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Chan tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard.

Dokov scrambles and gets back to his feet. #TD#
Dokov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Chan is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dokov advances position into side control!
Dokov is working Chan over with some ground and pound from side control. #T3##SU#
Dokov decides to stand back up. Dokov steps back and let's Chan get back to his feet.
Dokov catches Chan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dokov is looking to clinch but Chan is avoiding it.
Chan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dokov defends it well.
Chan chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.#TD2#
Chan pulls guard.
Dokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chan can do to turn this around?#SU#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Dokov fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Chan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.#CL#
Dokov has Chan up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Chan has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dokov regains guard immediately.
Chan won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet.
Chan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Some wild striking there from Chan. #TD#
Dokov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SU#
Chan is working an open guard so Dokov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Chan shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Chan was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Dokov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Chan is controlling him well.
Chan trying to control the position but Dokov is working away.
Dokov throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage. #ES#
Dokov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chan is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Chan circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Chan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Chan with a jab.
Chan keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Chan clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Chan lands a takedown into guard.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Chan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov letting Chan take a breather here.
Dokov stalling against the cage. #T2#
Chan tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Chan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Chan wants to break free but Dokov has control.
Chan has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dokov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Chan can turn it around.
Dokov jumps guard but Chan stands there with Dokov around his waist. Dokov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD2#
Chan gets control of Dokov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Chan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Chan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jackie Chan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3##SU#
Dokov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Dokov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Chan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dokov is out of range.
Chan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chan circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Chan.
Dokov looks to throw an elbow but misses. #TD2#
Chan has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Chan manages to get the takedown into half guard.

Dokov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Chan is on him like a limpet, forcing Dokov back against the cage.#BC#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Chan is avoiding it.
Chan checks a leg kick. #T4#
Dokov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chan.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Chan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Chan.#TD#
Dokov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Chan's guard.
Dokov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chan is keeping the position for now.
Chan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Chan looking for a guillotine here but Dokov defends easily. #SUB2#
Chan looking for a guillotine here but Dokov defends easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dokov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

Doko Dokov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 386 - Drop Vs Mad Onion     
Date:   Mar 17, 2024
#R1#
Alela misses with a jab, cross combination.
Alela with the inside leg kick.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov moves out of range as Alela strikes.
It seemed like Dokov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alela paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Alela has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Dokov lands a jab-cross combination.
Dokov fails with the takedown.
Alela with the inside leg kick.
Alela misses the jab.
We've been informed that Dokov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Alela bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dokov's head.#CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Alela fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov checks the leg kick.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov throws a nice looking combination but Alela bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Alela feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch. #TD#
Alela has hold of one of Dokov's legs. Dokov is fighting the takedown attempt but Alela gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Alela trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dokov wants to sweep but no luck.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alela's guard. #REVB#
Dokov won't allow Alela to get back to his feet. #ES#
Alela scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dokov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alela lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Alela throws a right hand that misses
and Dokov counters with a two punch combo. #CUT2#It looks like Sao Alela has been cut.
Alela throws a leg kick that is checked#KD2#
and Dokov counters with a crisp one two that drops Alela! Dokov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Alela to his feet! Alela is in big trouble!#ROC2#Alela is rocked!
Alela changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oh Alela is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Alela misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Alela.
Alela seems to have got his legs back now.#T2##CL2#
Dokov gets a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Alela fails to land.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Alela misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Alela breaks from the clinch.
Dokov slips a jab from Alela.
Alela is looking to chop away at Dokov's legs. #TD#
Alela throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dokov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Alela is in Dokov's guard.

Dokov has his feet on Alela's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Alela blocks a body shot from Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Alela throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dokov.
Dokov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dokov wants to clinch.#T3#
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away.
Alela finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Alela throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A punch combination from Alela misses.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Alela swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It looked like Alela wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Alela appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dokov shoots in for a double leg but Alela sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Alela throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dokov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Alela fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Alela gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Alela turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#T4#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Dokov is trying to control Alela's posture but Alela avoids it. #SUB#
Alela is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dokov has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#ES2#
Dokov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Alela lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dokov's sensitive parts.
Dokov slips a straight right by Alela.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Alela avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Alela scores with a jab to the head.
Dokov throws a shot to the body.
Dokov lands the left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sao Alela's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Alela gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch. #TD#
Alela is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dokov can't fight it off and eventually Alela manages to take the fight to the floor. Dokov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Alela throws a big elbow that misses.
Alela is working Dokov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Alela from controlling successfully.
Alela won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alela trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #T1##ES2#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Alela off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
Alela scores with a shoulder strike.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #TD#
Alela has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dokov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Alela tries to keep control of the position but Dokov is staying busy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Dokov tries to lock up and control but Alela gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Alela trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Alela avoids the attempt from Dokov to control.#T2#
Dokov tries to reverse the position but Alela maintains control.
Dokov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dokov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Alela 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.
Alela wants to advance to full mount but Dokov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Doko Dokov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Alela from controlling successfully.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Alela from controlling successfully.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Alela preventing the sweep.
Dokov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Alela makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Alela slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Dokov is trying to control Alela's posture but Alela avoids it. #T4#
Alela in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Alela trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Alela working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Alela misses with the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alela working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sao Alela will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sao Alela's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alela paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alela changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alela circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD#
Alela closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dokov did well to prevent Alela getting side control.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet! #TD2#
Dokov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Alela to the ground. Dokov is now in Alela's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Dokov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Alela manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dokov has Alela in his guard.#REVR#
Alela passes into half guard. #ES2#
Dokov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Alela keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #TD#
Alela has Dokov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Alela pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Dokov tumbling to the mat - Alela dives into Dokov's guard.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom. #T1#
Dokov is looking to stand up but Alela isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for a guillotine here but Alela defends easily.
Alela is looking to pass into half guard but Dokov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Dokov is in guard.#REVB#
Dokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dokov works over Alela with some ground and pound from guard.
Dokov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet. Alela looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2#
Alela circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Alela wants to land a leg kick but Dokov is out of range.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Alela keeps it at a distance.
Alela misses with a hook.
Alela circles away from the clinch attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Alela on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
Dokov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Alela backwards. #BC#
Alela pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Alela lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Alela scores with the left hand. Dokov knows he should have avoided that one.
Sao Alela seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A punch combination from Alela misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alela with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Alela swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Alela rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dokov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alela throws a poor cross that misses
and Dokov counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dokov dives in and grabs Alela's left leg, looking for a takedown. Alela pushes down on Dokov's head and hops out.
Alela feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Alela looks to land a left hand but Dokov moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Alela closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Alela controlling the action here.#SUB#
Alela is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Alela 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. #T4#
Alela tries to pass to full mount but Dokov defends it.
Dokov is trying to stand back up but Alela is controlling him
Dokov wants to control but Alela is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dokov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dokov is trying to escape back to his feet but Alela uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Alela works to advance to full mount. Dokov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sao Alela.
I think Alela has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sao Alela!

An out of breath and clearly excited Sao Alela thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: OFK 375 - Drozd Vs Mangold     
Date:   Feb 10, 2024

Doko Dokov really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 161.6, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Sao Alela was cancelled.

 

Event: OFK 372 - Nik Vs Marek     
Date:   Jan 28, 2024
#R1##CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Bomstaerk tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard.

Dokov wriggles free and stands up. #TD#
Bomstaerk scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

Dokov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've been informed that Dokov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Dokov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bomstaerk's elbow.
Bomstaerk wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard effortlessly.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bomstaerk pushes down on Dokov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bomstaerk working the head and body with strikes.
Bomstaerk is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Bomstaerk is working for a kimura but Dokov is defending it quite comfortably. #ES2#
Dokov kicks Bomstaerk off and gets back to his feet.#TD#
Bomstaerk closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dokov's guard.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Bomstaerk is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dokov keeping full guard, as Bomstaerk tries to pass.
Dokov has momentary wrist control but Bomstaerk slips an elbow through the middle.
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T2##SUB2#
Dokov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SU2#
Dokov decides to stand up. #TD#
Bomstaerk shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dokov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov tries to improve position but can't.
Dokov bucks up and tries to throw Bomstaerk off but instead Bomstaerk has got his back!
Dokov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Bomstaerk off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Dokov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bomstaerk lands a heavy elbow.
Bomstaerk can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dokov is looking to escape.
Bomstaerk in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #T3#
Bomstaerk lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
We've been hearing that Bomstaerk has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bomstaerk really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bomstaerk pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Dokov is trying to escape the mount.
Bomstaerk postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Dokov looks a forlorn figure.
Dokov really wants to buck Bomstaerk off and get back to his feet.
Dokov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Bomstaerk. What's that going to do exactly?
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Bomstaerk content just to control the position here.
Dokov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T4#
Bomstaerk working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Dokov is looking to improve his position but Bomstaerk isn't that keen on the idea.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Bomstaerk. What's that going to do exactly?
Bomstaerk lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dokov hang on?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Bomstaerk looking for a guillotine from mount but Dokov is having none of it.
Dokov wants to control but Bomstaerk is having none of it.
Dokov is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Dokov is surviving well by controlling Bomstaerk's body position as best he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Bobby Bomstaerk will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dokov tries to clinch but Bomstaerk is having none of it.
Bomstaerk looks to score with a jab to the body but Dokov is just out of range.
Bomstaerk goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD#
Bomstaerk drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Bomstaerk scoring with punches to the head and body. #ES2#
Dokov pushes Bomstaerk off and gets back to his feet. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A shot in the inside from Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Dokov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dokov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T1#
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Bomstaerk makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Bomstaerk from controlling successfully.
Bomstaerk is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dokov trying to control the position.
Dokov wants to stand but Bomstaerk is controlling the position.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Bomstaerk with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bomstaerk postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Dokov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Bomstaerk, into his guard. #REVB#
Dokov lands a couple of digs.#T2##ES#
Bomstaerk scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bomstaerk. #CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Bomstaerk.#TD#
Bomstaerk gets a trip takedown into half guard.

Dokov kicks off Bomstaerk and gets to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Dokov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bomstaerk's guard.

Bomstaerk has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dokov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD#
Bomstaerk is trying to trip Dokov. He has hold of a leg but Dokov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bomstaerk persists though and gets the takedown into guard.

Dokov kicks Bomstaerk off and gets to his feet.
Dokov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T3#
Bomstaerk thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Bomstaerk and pushes him back against the cage.
Bomstaerk can't break the clinch. #TD#
Bomstaerk gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Bomstaerk prevents Dokov from standing back up.
Dokov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dokov throws a strike from the bottom but Bomstaerk passes into side control!
Dokov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Bomstaerk lands some shots froms side control.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Bomstaerk drags him back down.
Dokov tries to buck Bomstaerk off but Bomstaerk is having none of it.
Dokov tries to escape but Bomstaerk is in control. #T4#
Dokov tries to buck Bomstaerk off but Bomstaerk is having none of it.
Dokov stops Bomstaerk from passing to mount.
Dokov is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
Bomstaerk working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bomstaerk trying to control the position but Dokov is working away. #SUB#
Bomstaerk looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dokov throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Bobby Bomstaerk will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Dokov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dokov needs to keep his hands up - Bomstaerk had a free shot at his head there.
Dokov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bomstaerk swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bomstaerk takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses.
Dokov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD2#
Dokov dives in and scores a takedown into Bomstaerk's guard.

Bomstaerk kicks Dokov off and gets to his feet.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bomstaerk drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dokov sprawls and moves away.
Bomstaerk lands with a nice body punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD#
Bomstaerk closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dokov quickly recovers to half guard.
Dokov tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Bomstaerk manages to move to mount!
Dokov tries to hold on but Bomstaerk postures up.
Bomstaerk can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dokov is looking to escape.
Dokov is trying to escape the mount. #T1#
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Bobby Bomstaerk overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bomstaerk trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bomstaerk is really struggling to control Dokov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bomstaerk fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Dokov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Bomstaerk can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dokov is looking to escape. #T2#
Dokov can't escape the position.
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is having none of it.
Bomstaerk has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Dokov's face.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee warns Dokov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dokov is desperately trying to improve his position but Bomstaerk has a good base and remains in mount.
Dokov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dokov is not content to let Bomstaerk control the position.
Bomstaerk 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.#T3#
Bomstaerk lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bomstaerk seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bomstaerk lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Bomstaerk passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Dokov!
A nice elbow there by Bomstaerk.
Dokov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Bomstaerk lands a nice shot to the head.
Bomstaerk breaks from Dokov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Bomstaerk fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Bobby Bomstaerk is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bomstaerk pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Dokov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Bomstaerk. What's that going to do exactly?
Bomstaerk working Dokov over with strikes here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bomstaerk fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
You get the feeling that Dokov really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Dokov swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Bomstaerk lands a nice shot to the head.
Dokov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bomstaerk lands a heavy elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Bomstaerk showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bomstaerk, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Bomstaerk!

Bobby Bomstaerk made sure to mention his sponsor, Altitude Clothing in his post fight interview.

 

Event: OFK 364 - Bol Vs Gunner     
Date:   Dec 31, 2023
#R1#
Chan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #CL#
Dokov rushes Chan and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Chan turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Chan manages to end up in side control.
Dokov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Chan blocks the strikes from Dokov. #ES#
Dokov throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Chan backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov stalling against the cage.
A short right from Dokov on the inside. #T1#
Chan dodges an elbow strike from Dokov. #TD2#
Chan gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov is doing well to control the position and prevent Chan from advancing to side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov tries to kick Chan off but Chan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Chan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dokov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Chan is stalling here. Dokov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Chan seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dokov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB#
Chan reaches up around Dokov's neck trying to control. But Dokov takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Chan! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Chan is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Dokov celebrates the victory with the fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Doko Dokov!
Our winner, Doko Dokov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: OFK 358 - Johnson Vs Highwind     
Date:   Dec 10, 2023
#R1##CL#
Soares moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Soares.
Dokov tries to land knees in the clinch but Soares avoids the damage to the body.
Dokov trying to control the position but instead, Soares has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dokov into the cage.
Dokov holding his opponent close, against the cage. #TD#
Soares pulls Dokov into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dokov stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Soares has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Dokov manages to get his head free but now Soares has transitioned to an armbar! Dokov grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Soares! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gabriel Soares!

 

Event: OFK 351 -     
Date:   Nov 18, 2023
#R1#
Clark lands a nice looking kick to the body. Dokov takes a step back to recover.
Clark circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Clark misses its target.
Clark throws a nice looking combination but Dokov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Clark throws a head kick that misses.
Clark misses with a few strikes there.
Nice shot by Clark.
Clark misses with an uppercut.
As Clark backs off Dokov throws a huge counter combo but Clark manages to avoid it all.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Clark and pushes him back against the cage.
Clark misses with a hook to the ribs.
Clark doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Clark misses with a punch to the body.
Clark works on Dokov's body with a couple of short punches.
A short uppercut from Clark. #T1##TD#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Clark is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Clark throws a big right hand that misses.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Clark distracts Dokov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Clark trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Clark is in close to Dokov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Clark missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Dokov working for a triangle but Clark defends it easily.
Clark postures up.
Clark is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Clark slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
Dokov is trying to keep Clark in close.
Clark trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Clark tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard. #ES2#
Dokov has his feet on Clark's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Clark tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Clark throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Good body shot from Clark.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Clark misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Clark's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Clark tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
Clark scores with a shot to the side of Dokov's head. #T3#
Dokov tries a body shot but Clark blocks it.
Clark misses with a punch on the inside.
Clark blocks a body shot from Dokov.
A right hook to the body lands for Clark.
Dokov tries to work over Clark's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Clark swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Clark lands an elbow inside.
Dokov looking to slow down the pace here.
Clark misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A left hand lands to the body for Clark.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Clark. #T4#
A shot in the inside from Dokov.
Clark misses with a body punch.
Clark swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Clark struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Clark looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Clark works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Clark tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Clark misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Clark has Dokov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Clark pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Dokov tumbling to the mat - Clark dives into Dokov's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Clark scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#ES2#
Dokov pushes Clark off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL2#
Dokov rushes Clark and presses him up against the cage.
Nice elbow from Clark.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wesley Clark dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Clark blocks a leg kick.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Clark keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Clark!
Dokov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Clark.#TD#
Clark shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dokov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES2#
Dokov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Clark shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dokov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dokov struggling a bit here.
Dokov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Clark has just dragged him back down to the mat.
You can see the frustration on Dokov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Clark throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Dokov works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #ES2#
Dokov kicks off Clark and gets to his feet.
Clark lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dokov at a distance. #T1##TD2#
Dokov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Clark was covering up waiting for the punch and Dokov finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Clark has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dokov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL#
Clark clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Clark letting Dokov take a breather here.
Clark throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Clark is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Clark misses with a body punch. #BC#
Clark's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Clark throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dokov.#CUT#That has opened up Doko Dokov's cut even more.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clark explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Dokov shoots in but Clark avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dokov is breathing heavily.#T2#
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Clark! Dokov is out on his feet! Clark rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Dokov is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Dokov is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wesley Clark!
Wesley Clark very nearly forgot to thank Stoner's Killer Apparel amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: OFK 346 - Cubbedge Vs Gazersky     
Date:   Oct 29, 2023
#R1#
Kim avoids a kick to the body. #CL#
Kim instigates a clinch.
Kim misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Kim.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
A short left from Kim.
Kim misses with the head strike.
Kim tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Dokov wants to break free but Kim has control.
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov has had enough of the clinch but Kim keeps him there for the moment.
Kim lands a nice uppercut.
Kim throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.#T1#
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kim uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kim lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from Kim.
Kim fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kim has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kim scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kim has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Kim throws a head punch that misses.
Kim lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dokov wants to break free but Kim has control.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kim uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Dokov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Yasol Kim is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Kim tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kim.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kim gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kim goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Kim.
A right handed body shot lands from Dokov.
Dokov trying to control the position but instead, Kim has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dokov into the cage.#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Kim.
Kim tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kim misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kim tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Kim scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
A shot in the inside from Kim.
Kim blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Dokov manages to pull guard. #T4#
Kim trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Kim is having none of it.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Kim any problems.
Dokov wants to sweep here but Kim controlling him for the moment.
Dokov is trying to control the position but Kim postures up.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #SUB2#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dokov being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yasol Kim dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kim connects with a single shot there.
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kim circles away.
Dokov misses with a takedown
and Kim counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kim lands a leg kick that knocks Dokov off balance momentarily.
Kim is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Kim changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kim lands the left hand.#CL2#
Dokov forces Kim back against the cage and clinches.
Nice body punch from Kim.
Kim is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Kim.
Kim lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Kim lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Kim misses with the head strike.
Kim lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Kim lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov tries to circle away but Kim has him pinned against the cage.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Kim softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kim misses with a punch to the body.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov is trying to maintain a safe position but Kim gets an underhook and turns Dokov into the cage.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov is trying to maintain a safe position but Kim gets an underhook and turns Dokov into the cage.
Dokov slowing the pace effectively.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kim.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #T2#
Dokov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kim.
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Kim on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dokov is working Kim over against the cage.
Kim tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Kim back against the cage.
Kim lands with a short shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov wants to get back to striking at distance but Kim won't allow it.
Kim gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dokov.
Yasol Kim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kim blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Kim blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kim tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Kim back against the cage.
Kim misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Kim.
Kim misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
Dokov takes a shot to the head.
Kim misses with some punches.
Kim tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Kim back against the cage.
Kim misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kim connects with a nice looking jab.
Dokov thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Yasol Kim has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4#
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kim throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kim lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kim can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Dokov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kim is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kim misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD2#
Dokov gets control of Kim's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Kim forces his way into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yasol Kim dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kim connects with a single shot there.
Kim connects with a body shot that sends Dokov's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kim goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kim lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kim lands with a left to the head.
Kim throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
A right hand to the body from Kim.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kim doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kim tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kim scores with a shoulder strike.
Kim misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dokov taking a breather.
Kim scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Dokov stalling against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Kim.
Kim lands with a light punch inside.
Kim lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kim misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
Kim working aggressively here.
Kim misses with some punches.
Kim goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Kim.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kim fails to land.
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Kim.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Kim.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kim blocking some punches.
Kim throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A body shot lands from Kim.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kim doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A hook to the body from Kim.
Kim lands a nice uppercut.
Kim lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kim blocking some punches.
Yasol Kim is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Kim lands a right hand.
Kim lands with a left to the head.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kim lands a right hand.
Dokov looking to stall.
Kim working aggressively here. #T4#
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kim scores with a hook to the body.
Kim blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Kim swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov misses with the head strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yasol Kim showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kim, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yasol Kim!

Yasol Kim decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: OFK 340 - Wulf Vs Sasaki     
Date:   Oct 08, 2023
#R1##CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Alela against the cage.
Dokov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Alela gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Alela wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it. #BC#
Alela breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Alela connects with a jab.
Dokov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Alela pushes him off.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Alela swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Alela pushes him off.
Alela throws a head kick that misses.
Good work by Dokov as he checks the leg kick.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela is having none of it.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Alela throws a quick counter kick to the body but Dokov avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Alela gets a double leg takedown into Dokov's guard.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Alela trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dokov throws a couple of heel strikes. #T1#
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dokov wants to stand but Alela is controlling the position.
Dokov striking from the bottom here.
Dokov wants to stand but Alela is controlling the position.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Dokov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Alela controls the pace.
Dokov is striking but Alela is not phased and passes to half guard.
Alela wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alela trying to control the pace.
Alela is trying to control. Dokov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dokov won't allow Alela to pass to mount.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Dokov tries to kick Alela off but Alela keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Alela gets the takedown into side control.

Dokov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
A punch lands to the side of Dokov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dokov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Alela connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alela stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
With the fighters up against the cage, Alela throws an elbow but misses.
Alela misses with a punch to the body. #T3##TD#
Alela gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Alela circles away from the clinch attempt.
Alela swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Alela misses with a series of wild punches.
Alela swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dokov counters with a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alela throws a body kick that misses.
Alela throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD2#
Dokov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Alela's guard.

Alela pushes Dokov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Alela stuffs the takedown.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Alela connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dokov scrambles back to his feet.
Alela scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Dokov misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Dokov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A nice left hand lands by Alela.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Alela backwards.
Alela lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Alela breaks from the clinch.
Alela throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Alela backs off Dokov throws a huge counter combo but Alela manages to avoid it all.
Alela is looking to score with low kicks.#TD2#
Alela gets caught napping as Dokov dives in and scores a takedown. Alela manages to retain guard.

Alela manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dokov blocks an uppercut. #TD#
Alela tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard. #SUB2#
Dokov has his foot on Alela's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alela works his way back into a safe position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Alela back into the cage.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Alela tried to counter with a leg kick but Dokov avoided it.
Alela is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Dokov shoots for a double leg takedown but Alela sprawls well. He's pushed Dokov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Alela throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Alela up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Alela is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dokov can't fight it off and eventually Alela manages to take the fight to the floor. Dokov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Dokov pushes Alela off and scrambles back to his feet.
A punch combination from Dokov misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alela keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dokov checks a leg kick.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dokov slips a straight right by Alela.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alela paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alela avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1#
Alela throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Alela misses. #TD2#
Dokov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Alela looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Dokov scores with punches from side control.
Alela wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Alela 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.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dokov working his ground and pound in the gym.
Dokov throwing strikes but Alela manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #SUB#
Alela has an Americana. Dokov didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Alela is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Alela hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Sao Alela!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Sao Alela waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: OFK 335 - Ninja Vs Brown     
Date:   Sep 23, 2023
#R1##TD#
Bomstaerk shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dokov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bomstaerk scoring with some ground and pound.
Dokov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SU2#
Dokov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Dokov tries to clinch there but Bomstaerk circles away. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bomstaerk controls his hands. #TD#
Bomstaerk gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bomstaerk is controlling him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bomstaerk trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##ES2#
Dokov uses the cage to get back to his feet. #TD#
Bomstaerk looking to score a takedown here. Dokov is defending well but Bomstaerk drives through and ends up in Dokov's guard.

Dokov has his feet on Bomstaerk's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bomstaerk looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bomstaerk, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Bomstaerk has picked Dokov up - he's going for a ride! Bomstaerk dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Bomstaerk tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dokov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dokov landing small, sideways elbows. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is trying to work for a kimura but Dokov is defending well.
Bomstaerk wants to take a breather but Dokov is having none of it.
Bomstaerk really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Dokov is trying is best to control the position here. #ES2#
Dokov kicks off Bomstaerk and gets to his feet.
Dokov shoots in for a double leg but Bomstaerk sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Bomstaerk manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dokov on his heels. He'll look to pass Dokov's guard now, I'm sure.

Dokov pushes Bomstaerk off and gets back to his feet.
Bomstaerk throws a sloppy head kick and Dokov moves out of range easily.
Bomstaerk sets himself, and Dokov steps forward looking for the clinch! Bomstaerk avoids it this time.
Bomstaerk misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Bomstaerk shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dokov napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Dokov throws Bomstaerk to one side and escapes!#CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Dokov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dokov pushes Bomstaerk back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3##TD#
Bomstaerk gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov is trying to control but can't.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bomstaerk lands a nice short elbow.
Dokov manages to get to full guard.
Bomstaerk throwing strikes but missing.
Bomstaerk trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bomstaerk stands up over Dokov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bomstaerk lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bomstaerk prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Dokov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Bomstaerk is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Bomstaerk is working Dokov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bomstaerk is controlling him.
Dokov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bomstaerk pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now. #ES2#
Dokov kicks Bomstaerk off and gets to his feet.
Bomstaerk throws a low kick but Dokov moves out of range easily.
Bomstaerk throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Bomstaerk shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Dokov's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD#
Bomstaerk closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dokov's guard.
Dokov trying to strike off his back.
Dokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bomstaerk prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Bomstaerk lands a couple of elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bomstaerk's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Bomstaerk lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bomstaerk is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Bomstaerk from controlling successfully.
Bomstaerk 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.#SUB2#
Dokov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bomstaerk escapes and throws Dokov's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Dokov is trying to control Bomstaerk's posture but Bomstaerk avoids it.
Dokov is looking for a sweep.
Dokov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Bomstaerk grinds an elbow into Dokov's temple.
Bomstaerk connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Dokov some visible discomfort.
You can see the frustration on Dokov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dokov is looking for a sweep.
Bomstaerk lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Dokov down.
Dokov throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage. #T2#
Bomstaerk trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Bomstaerk is putting a hurting on Dokov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet.
Dokov is not content to let Bomstaerk control the position.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bomstaerk cracks Dokov with a big elbow.
Dokov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bomstaerk is controlling him well.
Bomstaerk lands an elbow. #T3#
Bomstaerk prevents Dokov from escaping the position.
Bomstaerk works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Bomstaerk lands some shots froms side control.
Dokov wants to control but Bomstaerk postures up.
Bomstaerk tries to advance to mount but can't.
Bomstaerk working the head with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov is trying to control Bomstaerk's posture but Bomstaerk avoids it.
Dokov tries to buck Bomstaerk off but Bomstaerk is having none of it.#SUB#
Bomstaerk has hold of Dokov's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Dokov tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Bomstaerk cranks the arm and Dokov screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Dokov, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bobby Bomstaerk!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Bobby Bomstaerk waved his t-shirt featuring Altitude Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: OFK 329 - Dinapoli Vs Naulakko     
Date:   Sep 02, 2023
#R1#
Stardust misses with a hook.
Dokov dives in for a single leg takedown but Stardust sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
No joy there for Dokov, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#BC#
Stardust breaks from the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but Stardust is having none of it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Stardust paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov blocks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Stardust misses the target.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.
Dokov darts in trying to clinch
and Stardust connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Stardust throws a wild body kick that Dokov sees coming a mile off.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Stardust circles away and keeps his distance.
Stardust throws a big shot that misses.
Nice uppercut there from Stardust.#T1##CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Dokov forces Stardust back against the cage and clinches.
Stardust misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ziggy Stardust is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Stardust paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stardust throws a hook but Dokov avoids it easily.
Stardust dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Stardust circles away.
Stardust scores with a push kick.
Stardust lands with a nice body kick.
Dokov tries to clinch but Stardust is having none of it.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Stardust changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Stardust misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stardust throws a looping overhand right but Dokov ducks down to avoid it.
Stardust circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stardust lands with a hook. Dokov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Stardust is avoiding it.
Dokov avoids the body shot from Stardust.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.
Dokov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dokov looks to clinch
and Stardust counters with a flying knee. Nice. #CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Stardust, pushing him back against the cage.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Stardust softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Stardust breaks the clinch.
Stardust looks to score with a jab to the body but Dokov is just out of range.
Dokov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Stardust circles away.
Stardust dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dokov. That did some damage!
Dokov darts in trying to clinch
enabling Stardust to counter with a crisp jab.
Stardust with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dokov throws a series of punches but Stardust moves out of range.
Stardust keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stardust.
Dokov tries to clinch but Stardust moves out of range.
Dokov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Stardust circles away.
Stardust fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Stardust as he jumps to the side.
Stardust feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ziggy Stardust has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.#T4#
Stardust connects with a single shot there.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stardust throws a nice inside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stardust darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stardust misses with a hook.
Stardust lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dokov shoots in but Stardust avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Stardust circles away from the clinch attempt
and Stardust counters with an inside leg kick.
Stardust stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC#Dokov is rocked!
Dokov wants to stay close but Stardust steps back to make room for something. Dokov seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Stardust and Dokov drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Ziggy Stardust!
Ziggy Stardust managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: OFK 321 - Hiro Vs Jaroslav     
Date:   Aug 05, 2023
#R1##TD2#
Dokov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.

Alela is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Alela has picked Dokov up - he's going for a ride! Alela dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Alela wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working. #SUB2#
Dokov actively working from the bottom here.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alela lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Alela wants to pass to mount but Dokov is defending the position.
Alela trying to control from half guard but Dokov is working away.
Dokov lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Dokov tries to roll over but Alela keeps him under control.
Alela is trying to control. Dokov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Dokov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Alela has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Alela won't let Dokov get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Dokov is looking to improve his position but Alela isn't that keen on the idea.
Dokov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Alela wants to control the pace but Dokov is squirming around nicely.
Dokov can't escape the position. #T2#
Alela controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dokov prevents Alela from taking his back.
Alela lands a nice shot to the head.
Alela raining down hammerfists from mount.
Dokov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov tries to hold on but Alela pushes him away.
Dokov is trying to escape the mount.
Dokov trying desperately to get to his feet.
Alela lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dokov hang on?
Dokov really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alela controlling his opponent.
Dokov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Alela avoids the attempt from Dokov to control.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Dokov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Alela tries to control but Dokov wriggling away.
Alela looking to finish Dokov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Dokov!
Alela trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Dokov squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Dokov tries to lock up and control but Alela gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Alela looking for a guillotine from mount but Dokov is having none of it.
Dokov is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Dokov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Alela sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dokov defending well though.
Dokov is looking to escape.
Alela trying to control from half guard but Dokov is working away. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alela keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dokov throws a series of strikes that have Alela backpedaling.
A nice combination there by Alela. #CL2#
Dokov has Alela up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Alela is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dokov is on top in guard. #REVB##ES#
Alela scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Alela went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Alela with the inside leg kick.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alela is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Alela circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Alela against the cage.
Alela softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD#
Alela gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard. #ES2#
Dokov uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T1#
Alela tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dokov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Alela.
Dokov has Alela pressed against the cage.
Alela lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Alela breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Sao Alela seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alela misses with a double jab.
Alela throws a leg kick that misses.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Alela scores with a head kick.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alela tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Alela.
Alela digs a good body shot into Dokov's ribs.#TD2#
Dokov feints and as Alela raises his hands in defense, Dokov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dokov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU2#
Dokov stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2#
Dokov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Alela avoids it really well and circles away.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away. #TD#
Alela fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dokov sprawls well initially but Alela persists and gets the takedown into half guard.

Dokov kicks Alela off and gets back to his feet.
Alela misses with a double jab.
Alela scores with a jab.
Alela connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Alela pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sao Alela is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Alela as Dokov tries to tie him up. #T3#
Alela lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Alela turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Alela working away.
Alela tries to move to mount but Dokov blocks the move with his legs.
Dokov lands an elbow from the bottom. #SUB#
Alela tries for a kimura but Dokov is defending well.
Dokov is trying to improve his position.
Dokov wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Alela is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?#T4#
Alela slips into full mount, dodging the strikes by Dokov.
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Dokov taking shots to the head.
Alela lands a big shot there that rocks Dokov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Alela lands with some strikes.
Dokov is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alela moves to take his opponent's back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dokov turns into Alela and is now in his guard. #SU2#
Dokov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL2#
Dokov has Alela up against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Alela misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alela lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov stalling in the clinch.
Dokov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Alela just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Alela wants the takedown. Dokov is fighting it off but Alela persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dokov's guard against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alela stops Dokov from standing up.
Alela landing with the ground and pound.
Sao Alela overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Alela won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet. #T1##SUB2#
Dokov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Alela wants to pass the guard but Dokov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Dokov is looking for a triangle here but Alela uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SUB#
Alela is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dokov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dokov misses with a strike from the bottom.
Alela wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working.
Alela prevents Dokov from escaping the position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
A control attempt from Dokov but he's now mounted!
Dokov wants to hold on but Alela pushes him away.
Dokov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dokov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Alela. What's that going to do exactly?
Alela can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dokov is looking to escape. #SUB#
Alela with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Alela lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dokov hang on?#T3#
Dokov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Dokov postures up and lands a big shot to Alela's brow.
Dokov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alela's guard. #ES#
Alela manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Sao Alela is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Alela.

Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Alela away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov cracks Alela with a good jab.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Alela is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dokov can't fight it off and eventually Alela manages to take the fight to the floor. Dokov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Dokov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alela can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Alela trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Alela controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Dokov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Alela gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sao Alela.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Alela, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sao Alela!

Sao Alela managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: OFK 312 - Craven Vs Alcala     
Date:   Jul 02, 2023
#R1#
Dokov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Drozd.
Dokov moves out of range as Drozd strikes.
Drozd scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dokov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Drozd sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dokov somewhat.
A shot to the liver by Drozd. Beautiful body shot.
Drozd misses with a wild body shot.
Drozd lands a high kick! #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown but Drozd shows good takedown defense.
Drozd moves into range and connects with a jab.
A head kick misses from Drozd.
Drozd throws a sloppy head kick and Dokov moves out of range easily.
Drozd throws out a powerful jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Drozd throws a nice head kick!
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Drozd thinks about countering with a head kick.#T1#
Drozd throws a head kick but Dokov moves out of range.
Drozd throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Drozd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Drozd is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Drozd into the cage.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Drozd misses with a knee to the head.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Drozd misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Drozd landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Drozd missing with knees to the body.
Drozd with a knee to the head.
Drozd works on Dokov's body with a couple of short punches.
Drozd lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Drozd stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Drozd misses with a knee strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Drozd lands a hook to the side of the head.
Drozd is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Drozd misses with a body punch.
Drozd doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Drozd tries a head kick but it misses.
Drozd looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dokov is looking to clinch. #T3#
Drozd moves out of range of the strikes.
Dokov on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL#
Drozd closes the distance and pushes Dokov back into the cage.
Drozd lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Drozd with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dokov as Drozd tries to tie him up.
Dokov goes for a takedown attempt but Drozd pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Miroslav Drozd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Drozd scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Dokov tries to clinch up but Drozd circles away and keeps his distance.
Drozd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Drozd as he avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Drozd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Drozd tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Drozd.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Drozd lands a shot to the body.
Drozd misses with a body punch.
Drozd misses with a knee to the head.
Dokov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Drozds head.
Drozd tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Drozd tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Drozd back against the cage.
Drozd using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
Drozd tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
Drozd tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Miroslav Drozd dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Nice jab there from Drozd.
Dokov avoids the head kick by Drozd. #CL2#
Dokov clinches.
Drozd throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Dokov misses with a knee strike.
Drozd misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dokov.
Drozd with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Drozd throws a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Drozd throws a knee to the head but misses.
Drozd swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Dokov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dokov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T1##SU#
Drozd stands and steps away. Dokov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Drozd throws a series of punches but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Drozd throws a right and a left that both miss.
Drozd tries a head kick but it misses.
A cross from Drozd lands.
Drozd thuds his shin into the meat of Dokov's side.
Drozd swings widly with a right hand #KD2#
and Dokov counters with a crisp one two that drops Drozd! Dokov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Drozd to his feet! Drozd is in big trouble!#ROC2#Drozd is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov throws a right hand that Drozd ducks under and follows up with a left that Drozd also avoids with ease.
Oh Drozd is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Dokov rushes Drozd and presses him up against the cage.
Drozd avoids the elbow strike from Dokov, against the cage. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Drozd sprawls well. Drozd wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet.
Dokov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDrozd.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Drozd up against the cage.#T2#
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dokov throws an elbow that misses.
Drozd tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Drozd doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Drozd takes a shot to the head.
Dokov throws an elbow but it misses.
Drozd goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Drozd backwards.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Dokov taking a breather.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Drozd.
Drozd fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Drozd blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Drozd with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Drozd tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Dokov lands a hook that snaps the head of Drozd backwards.
Drozd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?#T3#
Drozd is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Drozd misses with a knee strike.
Drozd misses with a knee strike.
A shot in the inside from Dokov.
Drozd using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dokov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Drozd's head.
Drozd throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dokov blocks it with crossed arms.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SU#
Dokov is working an open guard so Drozd takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Drozd tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Drozd in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Drozd prevents a body shot from Dokov. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Drozd to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #ES2#
Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Dokov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Drozd after a bit of a struggle. #T4#
Drozd tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
Drozd seems to have got his legs back now.
Drozd prevents Dokov from breaking the clinch.
Drozd tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Drozd uses good head movement to avoid it.
Drozd utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Drozd tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov is looking for a takedown.
Miroslav Drozd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Drozd with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Drozd struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Drozd's elbow.
Drozd dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Drozd throws a head kick but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov throws a counter combo.#CL#
Drozd fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dokov, pushing him back against the cage.
Drozd tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Drozd tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Dokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Drozd smiles and moves away.
Miroslav Drozd is winning the standup battle so far.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Drozd keeps it at a distance.
Drozd swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dokov.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Drozd tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard successfully. #SU#
Drozd stands and steps away. Dokov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Dokov avoids the head kick by Drozd.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Dokov has knocked Drozd down with a huge combo! Dokov steps away and waves a wobbly Drozd back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Drozd drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage. #T1#
Drozd working aggressively here.
Drozd lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Drozd trying to land knees to the body.
Dokov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Drozd throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dokov blocks it with crossed arms.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Drozd.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Drozd holds him up against the cage and eventually Dokov drops back down to his feet.
Drozd pressing his opponent against the cage.
Drozd misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dokov. #T2#
Drozd tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Drozd back against the cage.
Drozd tries to stall but Dokov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Drozd taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Drozd works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Drozd tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Drozd tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Drozd back against the cage.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Drozd blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Drozd avoids the elbow strike from Dokov, against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Drozd takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T3#
Dokov jumps guard but Drozd turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Miroslav Drozd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Drozd unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Dokov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Drozd.
Drozd misses with a hook from the clinch.
Drozd throws a head punch that misses.
Drozd swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov avoiding damage as Drozd throws knees to the body.
Drozd tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Drozd misses with a knee strike.
Drozd struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands. #T4#
Dokov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dokov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Drozd is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Drozd lands a shot to the body.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Drozd lands a knee to the head.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Drozd.

And that's the end of the fight!
Miroslav Drozd showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Drozd has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miroslav Drozd!

 

Event: OFK 309Byczkiewicz Vs Naulakko     
Date:   Jun 24, 2023
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Dokov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Belvedere in a clinch. #BC2#
Belvedere breaks the clinch. #TD#
Dokov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Belvedere is trying to defend but Dokov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Dokov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Belvedere tries to get to full guard but Dokov has control of the leg.
Dokov lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Dokov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dokov wants to stand but Belvedere has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Dokov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dokov 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.#SUB2#
Belvedere looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've been hearing that Dokov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Belvedere avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dokov.
Dokov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Belvedere is in trouble now - Dokov has advanced to mount!
Belvedere looks winded!
Belvedere is desperately trying to improve his position but Dokov has a good base and remains in mount.
Dokov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Belvedere is working to get back to half guard.
Dokov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Belvedere looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Belvedere can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #T2#
Belvedere is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dokov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC#Belvedere is rocked!
Dokov loads up with a big shot that hurts Belvedere! He's pulled Dokov in close but Dokov has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Belvedere survive? More strikes from Dokov and Belvedere is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
Doko Dokov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 304 - Nik Vs Barnes     
Date:   Jun 04, 2023
#R1#
Dokov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Alela up against the cage.#TD2#
Dokov lands a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet - Alela follows without any prompting.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Alela misses with a straight right.
A big left from Alela misses. #CL2#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dokov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Alela tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.
Alela blocks an elbow strike from Dokov.
Alela lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Alela can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov blocking some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alela is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Alela lands a right hand.
Dokov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1#
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alela tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow. #TD#
Alela is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dokov can't fight it off and eventually Alela manages to take the fight to the floor. Dokov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Alela is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Alela is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #ES2#
Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet. #TD#
Alela closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Dokov is trying to stand.
Dokov is looking for a sweep. Alela is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Alela blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Alela seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dokov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dokov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage. #T2#
Dokov striking from the bottom.
Alela seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dokov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Alela trying to pass the guard but Dokov defending well.
Dokov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alela trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dokov is trying to keep Alela in close. #ES2#
Dokov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Alela turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dokov checks a low kick from Alela.#T3#
Dokov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Alela tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Alela slaps away a takedown attempt from Dokov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
As Dokov backs away, Alela returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A clash of legs there as Dokov blocks the low kick.#CL2#
Dokov clinches. #TD#
Alela has clasped his hands together around Dokov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.

Dokov throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alela fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dokov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Alela misses with the combination.
A solid leg kick lands there for Alela.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Alela drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Alela takes a little break here. Dokov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T4#
Dokov tries to improve position but can't.
Dokov is pushing Alela's head away, looking to escape. Alela manages to hold on to the position though.
Dokov throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land. #SUB#
Alela tries for a kimura but Dokov is defending well.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Alela drags him back down.
Dokov throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Dokov tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dokov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Alela sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dokov somewhat.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela moves away
and Alela counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dokov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Alela scores with a jab to the jaw.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov needs to keep his hands up - Alela had a free shot at his head there.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Alela has hold of one of Dokov's legs. Dokov is fighting the takedown attempt but Alela gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.

Dokov pushes Alela off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alela looks to throw the jab but Dokov is out of range.
Dokov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Alela is trying to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling him.
Alela has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Alela lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1##TD#
Alela lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov is looking to escape.
Dokov is trying to get back to full guard.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Alela trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Alela is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dokov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Alela.
Alela passes to full mount! #T2#
Dokov swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Alela wants to control but instead Dokov manages to regain half guard.
Nice strikes from Alela there.
Dokov is pressing down on Alela's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dokov trying to keep a closed guard but Alela is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Dokov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alela defends well.
Alela throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Dokov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alela passes into half guard. #T3#
Dokov manages to get to full guard.
Dokov is looking to stand up but Alela isn't so interested in that idea.
Alela trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alela's guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alela is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES#
Alela has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Dokov is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Alela misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alela lands with a left to the head. #T4##TD#
Alela turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dokov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Alela.#CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Alela against the cage.
Alela misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Alela.
Dokov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Alela wants to break free but Dokov has control.
Alela lands an uppercut.
Alela misses with a punch on the inside.
Alela misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sao Alela will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Alela keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela moves out of range.
Alela was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alela lands with a hook. Dokov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dokov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Alela makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Alela throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Alela throws a nice inside leg kick.
Alela rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dokov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Alela tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sao Alela seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Alela swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Alela scores with a takedown into Dokov's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alela's guard. #REVB#
Alela is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SU2#
Dokov stands up from Alela's guard - Dokov perhaps looking for a knockout. #T1##CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Alela back into the cage.
Alela can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Alela working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Alela lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Alela scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Dokov!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Alela swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Dokov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Alela to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Alela scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Alela trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alela with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dokov trying to control the position.
Alela pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now.
Dokov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Dokov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Alela trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alela won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Alela trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alela passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Alela goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Dokov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Alela but great work by Dokov.#SU2#
Dokov stands up and beckons Alela to his feet.
Dokov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Alela defends well and Dokov ends up having to push Alela into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Alela throws a sloppy head kick and Dokov moves out of range easily.
Dokov shoots for a takedown but Alela saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T4#
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dokov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela is having none of it.
Alela was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alela connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Alela throws a body shot but no joy.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Alela stuffs the takedown.
Dokov throws a series of punches but Alela avoids them all with ease.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alela throws a right hand that Dokov ducks under and follows up with a left that Dokov also avoids with ease.
Alela chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dokov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Alela finds it's way round the side to connect with Dokov's head.
Dokov misses with a body kick.
Alela tries to score with a low kick but Dokov moves his leg out of the way.
Alela throws a push kick but Dokov slaps the foot to one side.
Dokov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sao Alela showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Alela has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 30:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sao Alela!

A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Sao Alela made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: OFK 297 -     
Date:   May 13, 2023
#R1#
No joy there for Dokov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Chan blocks the body kick. #TD#
Dokov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Chan is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Dokov dives into side control. #REVB#
Chan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dokov looks up at the clock and then as Chan takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Dokov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Dokov 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.
You can see the frustration on Chan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dokov lands an elbow.
Chan taking a bit of punishment here - Dokov scoring with strikes.
Chan taking punishment in the form of punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov working the head with strikes. #ROC#Chan is rocked!#SU#
Dokov decides to stand back up. Dokov steps back and let's Chan get back to his feet.
Chan is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?#TD2#
Chan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dokov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

Dokov has his feet on Chan's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Dokov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Chan seems to have recovered his senses.#CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Dokov rushes Chan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Chan avoids a wild elbow strike from Dokov.
Chan wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Dokov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Jackie Chan has been cut.#TD2#
Chan gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Chan to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T2#
Chan wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving. #SUB#
Dokov working for a triangle but Chan defends it easily.
Dokov working a defensive guard here.
Dokov trying to strike off his back. #ES#
Dokov pushes Chan off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T3#
Dokov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chan swivels and escapes.#CL#
Chan tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Chan is trying to trip Dokov. He has hold of a leg but Dokov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Chan persists though and gets the takedown into guard.

Dokov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Chan is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#TD2#
Chan is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dokov can't fight it off and eventually Chan manages to take the fight to the floor. Dokov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Dokov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Chan has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chan tries to circle away but Dokov has him pinned against the cage.
A short right from Dokov on the inside.
Dokov is leaning against Chan and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
Chan blocks an elbow strike from Dokov.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chan backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov cracks Chan with a nice body shot.#TD#
Dokov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Chan uses from the top position.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Chan is having none of it.
Dokov striking from the bottom here.
Chan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dokov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jackie Chan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dokov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Chan counters with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Dokov has Chan up against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov lands a left hand.
Chan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD2#
Chan gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES#
Dokov pushes Chan off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Chan pulls guard.
Chan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chan is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1##SU#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD#
Dokov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Chan manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dokov stands and throws Chan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chan is trying to control Dokov's posture but Dokov avoids it. #SUB#
Dokov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SU#
Dokov stands up. #CL#
Dokov pushes Chan up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Dokov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD#
Dokov pulls guard successfully.
Dokov trying to control the position here.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom. #SUB#
Chan has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Dokov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Chan is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Dokov pulls down on the head and he's put Chan to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Doko Dokov!
A very excited looking Doko Dokov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: OFK 292 - Khan Vs Howard     
Date:   Apr 23, 2023
#R1##CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ryan.
Ryan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ryan lands a nice uppercut.
Come on Ryan - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ryan tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Ryan back against the cage.
Ryan lands a body shot.
Ryan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Ryan has hold of one of Dokov's legs. Dokov is fighting the takedown attempt but Ryan gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.

Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Ryan off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ryan throws the left hand but Dokov avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Ryan up against the cage in a clinch.
Ryan avoids the elbow strike from Dokov, against the cage. #T1#
A bit of stalling here from Ryan.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ryan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Dokov misses with a wild combination.
Ryan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Dokov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ryan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Ryan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dokov counters with a two punch combo.
Ryan misses with a straight right.
A cross from Ryan lands.#CL#
Ryan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Ryan.
A right hook to the body lands for Dokov. #T2#
Ryan blocks an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Ryan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards. #TD#
Ryan lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov tries to kick Ryan off in order to stand up. Ryan Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Dokov is pushing Ryan's head away, looking to escape. Ryan manages to hold on to the position though.
Dokov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ryan works his way into side control.
Dokov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ryan is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T3#
Dokov tries to buck Ryan off but he can't manage it.
Ryan tries to control but Dokov wriggling away.
Ryan prevents Dokov from getting the reversal.
Dokov tries to buck Ryan off but Ryan takes his back! #SUB#
Dokov showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Dokov 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 Ryan gets his way!
Ryan not allowing Dokov to control his hands.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ryan has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Dokov's body.
Ryan trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ryan has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Dokov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Dokov can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Ryan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Ryan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ryan with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Ryan.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Dokov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ryan defends it easily.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Ryan from controlling successfully.
Dokov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Dokov pressing his opponent against the cage. #T1#
Ryan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Eddie Ryan has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ryan looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Ryan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ryan blocking some punches. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Ryan throws a series of strikes that have Dokov backpedaling.
Ryan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Ryan.#T2#
Dokov shoots and misses
and Ryan counters with a straight right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ryan cracks Dokov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dokov throws a one two combo.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov misses with a takedown
and Ryan counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Ryan circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch but Ryan moves away
and Ryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Ryan pushes him off.
Decent striking displayed by Ryan there.#T3#
Dokov tries to clinch but Ryan moves out of range.
Dokov moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Ryan up against the cage.#TD#
Ryan is trying to trip Dokov. He has hold of a leg but Dokov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ryan persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ryan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ryan advances to full mount.
Dokov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dokov is trying to stand.
Dokov moves into full guard.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Ryan from controlling successfully. #T4#
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Dokov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dokov wants to stand but Ryan is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU2#
Ryan is working an open guard so Dokov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Ryan swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ryan throws out a powerful jab.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov tries to clinch up
and Ryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Eddie Ryan will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Ryan gets a takedown into half guard.
Dokov is looking to get back to is feet but Ryan passes into side control. #SUB#
Ryan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ryan moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Dokov is trying to control Ryan's posture but Ryan avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to buck Ryan off but Ryan is having none of it.#T1##ES2#
Dokov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Ryan looks to land a right hand but Dokov moved out of range.#TD2#
Dokov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Dokov is trying to ground and pound but Ryan uses the momentary lack of control by Dokov to regain half guard.
Ryan trying to control but Dokov postures up.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dokov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ryan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Doko Dokov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ryan wants to sweep but no luck. #SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Dokov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ryan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dokov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ryan appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ryan throws a looping overhand right but Dokov ducks down to avoid it.
Dokov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ryan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Ryan drives through with a takedown into Dokov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Ryan is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ryan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Ryan is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ryan passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.#SUB#
Ryan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ryan not doing much here. #T3##SUB2#
Dokov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ryan pulls his head out easily.
Ryan is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dokov gets back to full guard.
Dokov wants to stand but Ryan is controlling the position.
Ryan stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Dokov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ryan has passed into half guard! #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dokov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ryan is looking to advance position but Dokov won't allow it.
Eddie Ryan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dokov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ryan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Dokov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ryan pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eddie Ryan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ryan, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eddie Ryan!

Eddie Ryan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 283 - Barnes Vs Presley     
Date:   Mar 25, 2023
#R1##TD#
Bomstaerk shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bomstaerk was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Dokov taking punishment in the form of punches.
Bomstaerk wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy.
Bomstaerk working the body and head with strikes.
Bomstaerk really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Check out the look on Bomstaerk's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Bomstaerk working away.
Dokov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dokov taking punishment in the form of punches.
Dokov is not content to let Bomstaerk control the position.
Bomstaerk lands a decent elbow from side control.
Dokov is trying to control Bomstaerk's posture but Bomstaerk avoids it.
We've been hearing that Bomstaerk has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Bomstaerk looking to control but instead Dokov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Dokov is refusing to be controlled, as Bomstaerk sits in half guard.
Bomstaerk slips a nice elbow through Dokov's hands, connecting with Dokov's forehead.
Bomstaerk landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dokov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bomstaerk throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bomstaerk missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dokov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bomstaerk's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bomstaerk's back!#SUB2#
Dokov looking for the choke but no joy.
Dokov is trying to stick to Bomstaerk's back but Bomstaerk is turning into Dokov. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Dokov's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bomstaerk.#T2#
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bomstaerk wants to pass the guard but Dokov is keeping the position.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bomstaerk postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dokov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Dokov decides to stand and escape the position. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bomstaerk enables Dokov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bomstaerk manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Bomstaerk has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dokov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dokov.
Bomstaerk throws a head kick but Dokov moves out of range. #T3#
Dokov slips a jab from Bomstaerk.
A punch combination from Bomstaerk misses.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Bomstaerk keeps it at a distance.
Bomstaerk attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bomstaerk tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dokov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bomstaerk defends well and Dokov ends up having to push Bomstaerk into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bomstaerk but Bomstaerk pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bobby Bomstaerk has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bomstaerk swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dokov.
Dokov avoids the head kick by Bomstaerk. #TD#
Bomstaerk decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Dokov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Bomstaerk is on him like a limpet, forcing Dokov back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Bomstaerk turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Bomstaerk away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T4##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dokov enables Bomstaerk to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dokov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Dokov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Bomstaerk has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
Dokov lands with a left to the head. #TD#
Bomstaerk has Dokov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Bomstaerk pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Dokov tumbling to the mat - Bomstaerk dives into Dokov's guard.
Bomstaerk stands up out of Dokov's guard for a moment - Dokov manages to land a nice upkick.
Bomstaerk connects with a couple of short punches.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Bomstaerk is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Bobby Bomstaerk will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Dokov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #TD#
Bomstaerk tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Bomstaerk manages to pass to side control.
Dokov is trying to stand.
Dokov lands with a few short shots to the body.
Bomstaerk is nestled in close to Dokov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bomstaerk is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Dokov gets back to full guard.
Dokov is looking to stand up but Bomstaerk isn't so interested in that idea.
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bomstaerk keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Bomstaerk stands up over Dokov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Bomstaerk from controlling successfully.
Bomstaerk is looking to work some ground and pound but Dokov has wrist control.#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.
Dokov is looking to stand up but Bomstaerk isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Dokov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bomstaerk defends it easily.
Bomstaerk makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Bomstaerk distracts Dokov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bomstaerk looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bomstaerk slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Dokov.
Dokov manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Bomstaerk content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Bomstaerk stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.
Bomstaerk working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov wants to stand up but Bomstaerk is controlling him.
Bomstaerk trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Bomstaerk missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
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.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dokov is on top in guard. #REVB##ES#
Bomstaerk pushes Dokov off and gets back to his feet.
Bobby Bomstaerk is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bomstaerk throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bomstaerk throws a shot from downtown. Dokov moves away and avoids it.
Bobby Bomstaerk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Dokov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bomstaerk was covering up waiting for the punch and Dokov finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Bomstaerk manages to escape and get back to his feet. #CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Bomstaerk.
A bit of stalling here from Bomstaerk. #TD#
Bomstaerk gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Dokov keeps control of Bomstaerk as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Bomstaerk dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bomstaerk scores with a jab.
Bomstaerk keeps the fight on the outside.
Bomstaerk drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dokov sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dokov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bomstaerk's elbow.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #TD#
Bomstaerk has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Bomstaerk manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Dokov is refusing to be controlled, as Bomstaerk sits in half guard.
Bomstaerk is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dokov wants to control but Bomstaerk is keeping busy.
Dokov pushes Bomstaerk off looking to stand but Bomstaerk dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Dokov is looking to escape.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Bomstaerk working Dokov over with strikes. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dokov defends it well.
Dokov won't allow Bomstaerk to pass to mount.
Bomstaerk wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working. #ES2#
Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Dokov shoots in looking for a takedown but Bomstaerk manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dokov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bomstaerk jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dokov throws out a counter right but Bomstaerk avoids it with no problem.#T2##CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Dokov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Bomstaerk lands a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Dokov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dokov working a defensive guard here.
Bomstaerk works over Dokov with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Bomstaerk with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dokov can't keep his opponent in guard - Bomstaerk advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bomstaerk is nestled in close to Dokov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bobby Bomstaerk overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bomstaerk blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Bomstaerk trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Bomstaerk stops Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom. #ES2#
Dokov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Bomstaerk takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bomstaerk swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Dokov rushes Bomstaerk and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Bomstaerk lands a takedown into guard.

Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
Bobby Bomstaerk is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov looks to clinch
and Bomstaerk counters with a left and a right that stings Dokov.
Bomstaerk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dokov.
Bomstaerk jabs at Dokov's body.
Bomstaerk is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dokov.
Bomstaerk digs a good hook to Dokov's body.
Bomstaerk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dokov. #CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Bomstaerk lands a takedown into guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bomstaerk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dokov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Doko Dokov.
I think Bomstaerk has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Bomstaerk!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Bobby Bomstaerk waved his t-shirt featuring Altitude Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: OFK 278 - Kosmanov Vs Ryan     
Date:   Mar 05, 2023
#R1#
Dokov swinging wildly here. #CL2#
Dokov clinches.
Bomstaerk misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD#
Bomstaerk has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dokov regains guard immediately.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Dokov kicks Bomstaerk off and gets to his feet. #TD2#
Bomstaerk tries to sprawl but Dokov drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Bomstaerk has one foot on Dokov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bobby Bomstaerk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Bomstaerk against the cage.
We've been informed that Dokov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Dokov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A short left from Dokov.
Dokov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bomstaerk tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Bomstaerk has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dokov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!

Dokov manages to escape to his feet. #T1##TD#
Bomstaerk throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dokov was covering up waiting for the punch and Bomstaerk finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bomstaerk tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing that Bomstaerk has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bomstaerk really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Bomstaerk scoring with some ground and pound.
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dokov wants to sweep here but Bomstaerk controlling him for the moment.
Dokov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom. #T2#
Bomstaerk pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Dokov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bomstaerk is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dokov.
Bomstaerk cracks Dokov with a big right hand but Dokov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dokov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dokov misses with an elbow from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bomstaerk working the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bomstaerk trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Bomstaerk cracks Dokov with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3##SUB#
Bomstaerk tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dokov tries to bench press Bomstaerk off him but Bomstaerk keeps the position.
Dokov throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Dokov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SU2#
Dokov decides to stand up.
A jab from Bomstaerk misses.
Dokov throws a counter combo.#TD#
Bomstaerk throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dokov was covering up waiting for the punch and Bomstaerk finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bomstaerk controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Bomstaerk works over Dokov with some ground and pound from guard.#ES2#
Dokov kicks Bomstaerk off and gets to his feet. #TD#
Bomstaerk fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dokov sprawls well initially but Bomstaerk persists and gets the takedown into half guard.

Dokov pushes Bomstaerk off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Bomstaerk closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dokov to the mat! Dokov manages to get full guard.
Dokov lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Bomstaerk trying to move into half guard but instead Dokov has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Dokov won't allow Bomstaerk to get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bomstaerk looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dokov is one step ahead there. #ES#
Bomstaerk pushes Dokov off and gets back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Bomstaerk shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dokov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bomstaerk cracks Dokov with a big right hand but Dokov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Dokov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Dokov misses with a strike from the bottom.
Dokov gets back to half guard.
Bomstaerk is nestled in close to Dokov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bobby Bomstaerk overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dokov defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #ES2#
Dokov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Bomstaerk is on him like a limpet, forcing Dokov back against the cage.
Bomstaerk throws an elbow that misses.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
Bomstaerk lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Dokov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bomstaerk tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Bomstaerk has clasped his hands together around Dokov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Dokov is trying to buck Bomstaerk off.#T2#
Dokov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bomstaerk off and has taken his back!
Oooh a big shot gets through from Dokov. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Bomstaerk grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Bomstaerk trying to get back to his feet but Dokov is in full control for now.
Bomstaerk tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
A nice elbow there by Dokov.
Dokov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dokov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #ROC2#Bomstaerk is rocked!
Dokov softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Bomstaerk is out cold! Dokov jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
An out of breath Doko Dokov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: OFK 274 - Kosmanov Vs Do Urden     
Date:   Feb 19, 2023
#R1#
Alela keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sao Alela seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alela lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Dokov takes one on the button.
Alela misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.
Alela avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've been informed that Dokov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Alela stuffs the takedown attempt from Dokov. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent. #TD#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Alela is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away. #CL2#
Alela gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Alela tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Alela misses the jab.#T1#
Dokov fails with the takedown.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dokov looks to land a combination. Alela sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Alela lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Alela blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Alela gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard.
Alela won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Alela from controlling successfully.
Dokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dokov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dokov throws a couple of heel strikes. #T2#
Alela trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Alela advances to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alela wants to free his trapped foot but Dokov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dokov wants to get back to full guard.
Alela is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alela thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dokov's head.
Alela is trying to control. Dokov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov tries to kick Alela off but Alela keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##TD#
Alela shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

Dokov pushes Alela off and scrambles back to his feet.
Dokov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela is having none of it.
Dokov misses with a series of wild punches.
Decent striking displayed by Alela there.
Alela throws a low kick but Dokov avoids it.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Alela.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Alela lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Dokov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Alela is on him like a limpet, forcing Dokov back against the cage.
Alela throws a head punch that misses.
Alela wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A short right from Alela. #T4##TD#
Alela gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB2#
Dokov has his foot on Alela's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alela works his way back into a safe position though.
Dokov throws a nice elbow from the bottom.
Dokov is looking to stand up but Alela isn't so interested in that idea.
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Alela trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alela in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Alela looking to pass the guard.
Dokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Alela controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A jab from Dokov misses.
Alela feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Alela misses with a looping left.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Alela swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alela takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Alela pushes him off.
Dokov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alela.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela is having none of it.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Alela feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dokov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Alela is avoiding it. #T1##TD#
Alela closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dokov did well to prevent Alela getting side control.

Dokov kicks Alela off and gets back to his feet.
Alela throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dokov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela moves out of range.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Alela swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Alela was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dokov moves out of range as Alela strikes.
Dokov wants to counter the offense by Alela and move into the clinch position.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Alela lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Alela lands a leg kick that knocks Dokov off balance momentarily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD#
Alela shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dokov pushes Alela off but Alela dives into side control.
Alela tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dokov manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Dokov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dokov is trying to control but Alela manages to pass to mount!
Alela is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Dokov is in real trouble.
Dokov staying busy and making it hard for Alela to control.
Dokov trying to get back to his feet but Alela is in full control for now.
Dokov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Alela.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T3#
Alela avoiding Dokov 's attempts to control his hands.
Dokov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Alela haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Alela scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots. #SUB#
Alela tightening his grip on Dokov, looking for the choke.
Alela is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Dokov is trying to stand back up. #T4#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Alela's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB#
Dokov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Dokov is trying to remain composed but Alela is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Dokov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Alela's guard. Nice work there by Dokov.
Alela utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Alela jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alela misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Alela throws a head kick that Dokov semi-blocks.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alela is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Alela circles away and we're back to standing.
Dokov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Alela circles away.
Alela is looking for a counter combo.
A jab from Alela does it's job there.
Dokov tries to clinch but Alela moves out of range.
Alela throws a right hand that Dokov ducks under and follows up with a left that Dokov also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Alela up against the cage in a clinch.
Alela looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alela misses with some punches. #BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Alela misses with a straight left.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Alela circles away and keeps his distance.
Alela misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Alela throws a good cross that connects.
Alela connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Alela fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Alela pushes him off.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#BC#
Alela pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Alela does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Good standup being displayed there by Alela as he connects with a hook.
Alela looks for the body kick but Dokov saw that one coming. #TD#
Alela drives through with a takedown into Dokov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Alela off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Alela is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Dokov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Dokov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Alela to see if he's OK.
Alela defending against the ground and pound. #T2#
Dokov lands a few punches from side control.#SU2#
Dokov decides to stand back up. Dokov steps back and let's Alela get back to his feet.
Alela misses with a wild body shot.
Dokov misses with a two punch combination.
Some wild striking there from Dokov.
Alela fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dokov just manages to avoid it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Alela swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Alela lands a nice looking body kick.
Alela throws a combination. Dokov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Alela swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov slips under a jab.#T3#
Alela listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Alela.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard successfully.
Alela looking to sit in guard and control but Dokov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Dokov is working Alela over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SU2#
Alela is working an open guard so Dokov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Alela uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dokov has time to react.
A telegraphed right hand from Alela misses the target.
Dokov tries to move into range but Alela moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Alela.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Alela circles away and keeps his distance.
Alela drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dokov sprawls and moves away.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Alela appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alela paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alela goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alela stuns Dokov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Alela manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alela throws a quick counter head kick but Dokov was just out of range.
A head kick misses from Alela.
Alela throws a leg kick which misses Dokov's front leg but catches the back leg as Dokov tries to avoid it. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Alela.
Alela blocking some punches.
Alela working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Alela lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD#
Alela gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Dokov defending well as Alela loads up on a big left hand.
Dokov wants to counter with a clinch but Alela pushes him away.
Alela avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sao Alela showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Alela has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sao Alela!

Sao Alela gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: OFK 269 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm     
Date:   Feb 04, 2023
#R1##CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
Supreme stalling against the cage.
Supreme displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dokov up against the cage.#BC#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Supreme shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

Dokov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Supreme keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T1#
Supreme swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dokov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Supreme up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Supreme looking to slow down the pace here.#T2#
Dokov slowing the pace effectively.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Supreme.
Supreme trying to control the position but instead, Dokov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Supreme into the cage.
Supreme is trying to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling him.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dokov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T3#
Dokov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov lands an uppercut.
Supreme tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Supreme blocks an elbow strike.
Supreme is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Supreme into the cage.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Supreme.
Supreme is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks. #T4##BC2#
Supreme breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Supreme trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Supreme tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.#BC2#
Supreme manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Supreme is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Dokov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
Supreme blocks an elbow strike.
Supreme stalling the fight.
Supreme misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dokov.
A body shot lands from Dokov.
Supreme wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Supreme forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Supreme stalling in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Supreme continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.#T1#
Dokov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Supreme tries to stall but Dokov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The referee calls for Supreme to work.
Dokov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Supreme backwards.
Supreme tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.
Dokov keeps control of Supreme as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #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.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
Dokov blocking some punches.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Supreme.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Supreme is struggling to control the position.
Dokov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Dokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Supreme can do to turn this around?
Dokov lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Dokov tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Supreme trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Supreme.
Burrito Supreme seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dokov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Supreme breaks from the clinch.
Supreme misses with a few strikes there.
Dokov tries for a takedown but Supreme sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Supreme turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Supreme misses with a head kick. #T4#
Good leg kick by Supreme.
Supreme throws a right hand that Dokov ducks under and follows up with a left that Dokov also avoids with ease.
Supreme throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Supreme throws a right hand that Dokov ducks under and follows up with a left that Dokov also avoids with ease.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A slow jab from Supreme misses its intended target.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Supreme throws a series of punches but Dokov avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Supreme, pushing him back against the cage.
Dokov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Supreme wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Dokov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Supreme's efforts to push away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Dokov pulls guard effortlessly.
Dokov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Supreme wants to get back to full guard.
Dokov tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Supreme. #SU#
Dokov decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Supreme looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Supreme swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Supreme.
Dokov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Supreme misses with a wild body shot.
Supreme walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dokov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Supreme is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Supreme circles away and we're back to standing.
Dokov dives in for a single leg takedown but Supreme sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Doko Dokov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dokov keeps control of Supreme as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Supreme's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Supreme misses with a series of wild punches.
Dokov works the jab nicely.
Supreme lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Supreme. #T2#
Dokov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dokov prevents Supreme from breaking the clinch.
Supreme lands with a short shot to the head. #TD#
Dokov drags the fight down to the ground. #ES#
Dokov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Supreme is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Dokov. #BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Dokov misses with a body kick.
Dokov misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Supreme escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Supreme fails to land with a series of punches.
Supreme swinging wildly here.
Dokov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Supreme eats them both and turns towards Dokov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Supreme falls off balance throwing a combination
and Supreme takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Burrito Supreme is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4##CL#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Supreme in a clinch.
Supreme is trying to break free.
Supreme is trying to stall.
Supreme working aggressively here.
Burrito Supreme has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Supreme looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Supreme.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Supreme tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Supreme lands with a right to the head.
Supreme struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dokov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

After winning the bout, Doko Dokov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: OFK 265-Escalante Vs Hedegaard     
Date:   Jan 21, 2023
#R1#
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A cross from Kentas lands.
Kentas thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kentas lands a nice shot to the body.
Kentas scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov misses with a takedown
enabling Kentas to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Kentas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kentas misses with a punch on the inside.
Kentas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Kentas.
We've been hearing reports that Kentas has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Good body shot from Kentas. #TD#
Kentas wants the takedown. Dokov is fighting it off but Kentas persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dokov's guard against the cage.#T1#
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kentas is controlling him. #SUB#
Kentas drops back looking for a leg! Dokov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dokov manages to kick Kentas off! Kentas jumps back into Dokov's guard.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Dokov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Kentas tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard.
Dokov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kentas working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kentas trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Kentas any problems. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kentas advances to half guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Kentas is pressing down on Dokov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dokov is holding on for now.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov strikes from the bottom but Kentas uses the opportunity to move to side control.
Dokov is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dokov is being controlled here. #T3#
Kentas is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dokov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Dokov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kentas has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kentas is positioning himself well to prevent Dokov advancing to mount.
Dokov throwing shots but Kentas is blocking nicely.
Kentas is looking for a sweep. Dokov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kentas is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dokov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dokov's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov is trying to break free. #T4##SUB#
Kentas has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Kentas working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Dokov is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Kentas has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Dokov taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rimtas Kentas!
A very excited looking Rimtas Kentas made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: OFK 260 - Chika Vs Chambers     
Date:   Jan 01, 2023
#R1##TD2#
Ryan gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Dokov to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB#
Dokov content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Ryan has locked up a guillotine! Ryan's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Dokov is holding on here and Ryan must be using up a lot of energy. Dokov has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Ryan gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Eddie Ryan!
During a confident post fight interview, Eddie Ryan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: OFK 255- Williams Vs Tiramanti     
Date:   Dec 17, 2022
#R1#
Dokov blocks a jab.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Johnson can't break the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
Dokov jumps guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Johnson drags the fight down to the ground.
Dokov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnson is looking to stand up but Dokov isn't so interested in that idea. #ES#
Johnson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dokov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Johnson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Dokov moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Johnson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dokov.
Remi Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Johnson keeps control of Dokov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T2##BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Dokov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Dokov ducks right into an uppercut from Johnson. #KD2#
Dokov drops Johnson with a beautiful combination! Johnson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Dokov is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Remi Johnson has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Dokov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dokov is trying to break free.
Johnson is trying to break the clinch but Dokov has him pressed against the cage. #T3#
Dokov just leaning against Johnson, taking a breather.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Johnson's head.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Johnson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Dokov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dokov throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Johnson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Johnson is trying to push Dokov away but Dokov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Johnson controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dokov. #CL2#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dokov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1##BC#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
Johnson fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov working aggressively here. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Dokov rushes Johnson and presses him up against the cage.
Dokov prevents Johnson from breaking the clinch.
Nice body punch from Dokov - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Doko Dokov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Johnson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov prevents Johnson from breaking the clinch.
Johnson is trying to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling him.#BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Dokov looks to clinch
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dokov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Dokov misses with a body punch.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Johnson. #T4#
Johnson tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov presses Johnson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Johnson.
Dokov slowing the pace effectively.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Dokov effectively controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Dokov rushes Johnson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov pushes off an throws an elbow but Johnson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
Dokov cracks Johnson with a nice body shot.
Johnson tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.
Johnson is trying to break free.#T1#
Dokov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Doko Dokov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Johnson.#BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Johnson throws a big counter combination but Dokov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov misses with a combination
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A combination from Johnson does no damage. #T2#
Johnson throws a lazy right hand but Dokov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Johnson swinging wildly here.
Dokov unleashes a big counter combination but Johnson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Johnson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Johnson blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Johnson manages to pull guard.
Dokov won't allow Johnson to get back to his feet.
Dokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Johnson uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Johnson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dokov uses from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet. Johnson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov fails to land the takedown.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Johnson throws an off balance right hand
and Dokov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Johnson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Nice body punch from Dokov - that landed with a thud.
Johnson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Johnson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Johnson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dokov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Remi Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
You can see the frustration on Dokov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Doko Dokov.
I've got Dokov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

Doko Dokov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 251 - Kutlev Vs Hedegaard     
Date:   Dec 03, 2022
#R1#
Dokov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD#
Alela is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dokov's half guard.
Dokov is trying to maintain the position but Alela is very close to passing his half guard.
Alela is looking to advance position but Dokov won't allow it.
Dokov has hold of Alela's hands but Alela slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Alela tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dokov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Alela stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov punching from the bottom. #T1#
Alela trying to control from Dokov's half guard. Dokov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dokov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Alela is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Alela avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Alela pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alela is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dokov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Alela dives into side control.
Dokov is trying to buck Alela off.#T2##SUB#
Alela is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dokov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Alela has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Dokov is trying to escape the mount. #ES2#
Dokov bucks Alela off and manages to get back to his feet! #TD2#
Dokov shoots in and bounces Alela off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Alela uses the cage to get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alela misses with a double jab.
Nice defenses there by Dokov.#T3#
Dokov misses with a few strikes there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Alela up against the cage.#TD#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Alela is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Dokov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Alela dives into side control. #REVB#
Dokov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Alela is controlling him well.
Alela wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy.
Dokov is pushing Alela's head away, looking to escape. Alela manages to hold on to the position though.
Alela working away.
Alela advances to full mount.
Dokov is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy. #T4#
Alela is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Dokov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Alela trying to control but Dokov is having none of it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alela lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Dokov tries to hold on but Alela pushes him away.
Dokov is squirming around, avoiding Alela's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Alela wants to finish this one by submission but Dokov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Alela.
Dokov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dokov wants to clinch.
Dokov staying out of range there.#TD#
Alela scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dokov throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
You can see the frustration on Dokov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sao Alela overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dokov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Alela has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Alela trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Dokov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Alela off and has taken his back!#T1#
Alela trying to get back to his feet but Dokov is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Alela defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #ES#
Alela manages to get to his feet, escaping the difficult position.
Alela tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov can't find room to land a body shot as Alela controls the action.
A bit of stalling here from Dokov.
Alela throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Alela has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dokov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
Alela looking for the RNC. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alela tries to keep control of the position but Dokov is staying busy.
Alela missing with strikes.
Dokov tries to roll but Alela sticks to his back. #SUB#
Dokov is trying to defend against the choke here but Alela has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Alela Tightens the hold and Dokov taps out furiously! Alela displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sao Alela!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Sao Alela waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: OFK 247 - Kutlev Vs Gomez     
Date:   Nov 19, 2022
#R1##CL#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Bonifacio back into the cage.
Dokov taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dokov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Dokov just leaning against Bonifacio , taking a breather.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dokov jumps guard but Bonifacio stands there with Dokov around his waist. Dokov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T1#
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bonifacio slows down the pace here.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Dokov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Bonifacio has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Dokov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard.
Bonifacio preventing the sweep.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #ES#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bonifacio off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Bonifacio tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bonifacio .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Dokov throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bonifacio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Bonifacio fails to land.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov walks into a jab.
Dokov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dokov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bonifacio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Bonifacio keeps it at a distance.
Bonifacio keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Bonifacio circles away and keeps his distance.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonifacio clobbers Dokov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bonifacio circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Bonifacio lands with an overhand left.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dokov. #CL2#
Bonifacio drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bonifacio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Bonifacio circles away and keeps his distance.
Bonifacio punishes Dokov's body with a nice straight punch.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dokov or perhaps it was just good defense by Bonifacio , which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands a jab to Dokov's midsection.
A big right from Bonifacio misses.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Bonifacio circles away.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bonifacio is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Bonifacio circles away and we're back to standing.#T2#
Dokov is looking to clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bonifacio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Bonifacio clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov stalling against the cage.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonifacio is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bonifacio lands with a left to the head.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dokov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.#T4#
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Dokov stalling the fight. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio slaps away a takedown attempt from Dokov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio 's corner calls for a 1-2. Bonifacio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dokov tries to land a front kick but Bonifacio steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bonifacio scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice takedown defense from Bonifacio . No joy for Dokov on that attempt.
Donk. Bonifacio catches Dokov right on the button with a cross.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Bonifacio has closed the distance and engaged Dokov in a clinch.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Dokov pushes Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio - that landed with a thud.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Bonifacio just leaning against Dokov, taking a breather.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Dokov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Dokov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bonifacio after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov lands a left hand.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Bonifacio blocks an elbow strike.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Bonifacio fails to land. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SU2#
Bonifacio stands and steps away. Dokov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Dokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bonifacio 's waist but Bonifacio gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dokov off to one side.
Bonifacio throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Dokov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dokov.
Bonifacio tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
Bonifacio dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Dokov working aggressively here. #T3#
Dokov is leaning against Bonifacio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Dokov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bonifacio manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dokov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bonifacio is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dokov wants to stand but Bonifacio is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU#
Dokov stands up from Bonifacio 's guard - Dokov perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
Dokov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dokov counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bonifacio 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

After the fight, Luigi Bonifacio was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: OFK 241 - Okafor Vs Naulakko     
Date:   Oct 29, 2022
#R1##KD#
Dokov lands a left and a right that send Seng crashing to the mat, dazed. Dokov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Seng is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Keith Seng has been cut.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Seng is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?
Dokov throws a big uppercut that drops Seng! More strikes from Dokov and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Seng lies dazed against the cage as Dokov celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
Doko Dokov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: OFK 233 - Pellegrini Vs Dokov     
Date:   Oct 01, 2022
#R1#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Dokov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Pellegrini - the referee stops the clock and Dokov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Pellegrini. Dokov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Pellegrini circles away.
Pellegrini pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dokov is out of range and Pellegrini settles back down.
Dokov misses with a takedown
and Dokov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pellegrini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Pellegrini throws a nice outside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Pellegrini misses the target.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pellegrini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch. #BC#
Pellegrini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pellegrini throws the left hand but Dokov avoids the punch easily.
Dokov wants to counter the offense by Pellegrini and move into the clinch position.
Dokov defending well as Pellegrini loads up on a big left hand. #TD2#
Dokov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Pellegrini on his heels. He'll look to pass Pellegrini's guard now, I'm sure.

Pellegrini kicks Dokov off and gets to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Pellegrini can pounce on him. #T1#
Pellegrini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Pellegrini keeps it at a distance.
Pellegrini throws a looping overhand right but Dokov ducks down to avoid it.
Pellegrini lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dokov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dokov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dokov looks to clinch
and Pellegrini counters with a nice uppercut.
Dokov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dokov tries to clinch
and Pellegrini counters with an inside leg kick.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pellegrini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice leg kick from Pellegrini, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pellegrini throws a series of punches but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pellegrini circles away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pellegrini. That's going to slow Dokov down.
Pellegrini tries a low kick but Dokov avoids it.
Pellegrini connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dokov's hands.
Pellegrini showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dokov. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pellegrini throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Pellegrini throws a body shot but no joy.
Pellegrini throws a right and a left that both miss.
No joy there for Dokov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pellegrini swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Dokov throws a combination that misses
and Pellegrini counters with an outside leg kick.
Dokov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Pellegrini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dokov's head backwards.
Dokov shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Pellegrini connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Pellegrini thinks about countering with a head kick.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vinnie Pellegrini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pellegrini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pellegrini avoids it really well and circles away.
Pellegrini misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dokov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dokov ducks right into an uppercut from Pellegrini.
Nice jab there from Pellegrini. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Pellegrini breaks from the clinch.
Pellegrini circles away from the clinch attempt. #T4#
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Pellegrini with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pellegrini throws a body kick that misses.
Dokov tries to clinch
letting Pellegrini counter with a right hand.
Dokov throws a series of punches but Pellegrini avoids them all with ease.
Dokov throws a series of punches but Pellegrini moves out of range.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Pellegrini keeps it at a distance.
A big right from Pellegrini misses. #CL2#
Dokov pushes Pellegrini up against the cage in a clinch.
Pellegrini struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov tries for a takedown. No joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pellegrini swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Pellegrini breaks from the clinch.
Pellegrini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Dokov checks a low kick from Pellegrini.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vinnie Pellegrini dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Pellegrini swings widly with a right hand
and Dokov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pellegrini paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov has a takedown stuffed.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pellegrini scores with a body shot.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pellegrini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pellegrini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dokov.
Pellegrini pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dokov is out of range and Pellegrini settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pellegrini lands with a cross.
Pellegrini is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
A nice leg kick lands there from Pellegrini.
Pellegrini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pellegrini circles away.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Pellegrini fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#KD#
Pellegrini lands a big right hand that sends Dokov crashing to the mat! Pellegrini stays standing though and waves Dokov back to his feet!#ROC#Dokov is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Doko Dokov's cut even more.
A head kick by Pellegrini - that's a beauty! Dokov is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Pellegrini can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Vinnie Pellegrini!
During a confident post fight interview, Vinnie Pellegrini thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: OFK 226-Pellegrini Vs Kosmanov     
Date:   Sep 04, 2022
#R1##CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Ryan up against the cage.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Ryan tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ryan controlling the action here for a moment. #BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ryan displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Ryan.
Ryan is pushing Dokov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ryan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1##TD#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ryan is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ryan passes Dokov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dokov is trying to stand back up but Ryan is controlling him
Ryan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dokov defending well though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ryan trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov tries to roll over but Ryan keeps him under control.
Dokov is pressing down on Ryan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ryan postures up in Dokov's guard and throws a big left but Dokov blocks it. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T2##TD#
Ryan gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Ryan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ryan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ryan stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.#SUB2#
Dokov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ryan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ryan looking to pass the guard.
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet.
Dokov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ryan manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dokov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Ryan trying to control the position. #SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ryan sprawls well. Ryan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet.
Ryan throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Ryan keeps the fight on the outside.
Ryan looks to throw the jab but Dokov is out of range. #CL2#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Ryan in a clinch. #TD#
Ryan lands a takedown into guard.

Dokov has his feet on Ryan's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4##TD2#
Dokov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ryan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ryan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ryan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Ryan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dokov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dokov throwing strikes from guard but Ryan blocks nicely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ryan is on top in guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ryan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ryan is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dokov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ryan eats them both and turns towards Dokov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Dokov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ryan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dokov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Ryan up against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ryan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Ryan works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ryan passes Dokov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ryan passes to full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ryan tries to control but Dokov wriggling away. #T1#
Dokov's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Ryan sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov wants to control but Ryan is having none of it.
Dokov wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Dokov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Ryan blocks the strikes from Dokov. #ES2#
Dokov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ryan cracks Dokov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ryan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dokov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Ryan swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Dokov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Ryan.
Ryan misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Ryan lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Dokov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dokov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Dokov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Dokov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ryan is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dokov.#T3#
Dokov tries to buck Ryan off but Ryan is having none of it.
Ryan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ryan is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dokov is trying to improve his position.
Ryan trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Ryan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ryan controlling the position from side mount.
Dokov bucks up and tries to throw Ryan off but instead Ryan has got his back!
Dokov is trying to stand back up.
Dokov trying to control the hands but Ryan won't let him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Ryan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Ryan scores with a takedown into Dokov's guard.

Dokov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Ryan is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Ryan is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A left lands for Ryan.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.#CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Ryan gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Dokov lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Ryan from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ryan's guard. #REVB##SU2#
Dokov stands and steps away. Ryan gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Dokov tries to clinch up
and Ryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Ryan against the cage.
Ryan can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action. #TD#
Ryan gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Ryan trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Dokov holds on to Ryan as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Dokov trying desperately to get to his feet.
Dokov is looking to improve his position but Ryan isn't that keen on the idea.
Dokov squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ryan throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
You get the feeling that Dokov really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Ryan tries to control but Dokov wriggling away.
Dokov regains half guard.
Dokov tries to kick Ryan off but Ryan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
Ryan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working.
Ryan stops Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Ryan is looking to advance position but Dokov won't allow it. #ES2#
Dokov kicks off Ryan and gets to his feet. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Ryan lands with a light punch inside. #T4##TD2#
Ryan is fighting off a takedown attempt but Dokov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Ryan to the mat. Ryan regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Ryan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dokov's guard. #REVR#
Dokov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Dokov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ryan uses it to pass to side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ryan controls the position.
Dokov holding on.
Dokov is letting Ryan control him for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Doko Dokov.
I think Dokov 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

Doko Dokov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 217 - Pellegrini Vs Plutov     
Date:   Aug 06, 2022
#R1##CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kosmanov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Kosmanov.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kosmanov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Kosmanov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've been hearing reports that Kosmanov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kosmanov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kosmanov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kosmanov.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kosmanov lands with a light punch inside.
Kosmanov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov lands a shoulder strike.
Kosmanov swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kosmanov misses with a body punch.
Kosmanov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov. #T1#
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kosmanov walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kosmanov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Vladimir Kosmanov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Kosmanov up against the cage.
Kosmanov lands a nice uppercut.
Kosmanov pushes off an throws an elbow but Dokov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kosmanov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.#BC#
Kosmanov breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kosmanov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.#TD#
Kosmanov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Kosmanov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Dokov is looking to escape.#ES2#
Dokov kicks off Kosmanov and gets to his feet.
Dokov throws a combination that misses
and Kosmanov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kosmanov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Kosmanov back into the cage.#BC#
Kosmanov breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Kosmanov tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dokov is looking to control Kosmanov's arms but Kosmanov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dokov has his back to the cage. #BC#
Kosmanov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3##CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kosmanov, pushing him back against the cage.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Kosmanov.#BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Kosmanov throws a low kick but Dokov moves out of range easily.
Kosmanov throws a low kick but Dokov moves out of range easily.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Kosmanov is avoiding it. #CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kosmanov throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Kosmanov lands with a short shot to the head.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kosmanov smiles and moves away.
Kosmanov throws a front kick aimed at Dokov's knee but Dokov avoids it well. #T4##CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kosmanov fails to land.
Kosmanov misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Kosmanov jumps into guard, dragging Dokov to the mat.
Dokov won't allow Kosmanov to sweep him here. #SU2#
Dokov stands up and waves to Kosmanov to follow him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kosmanov circles away.
Vladimir Kosmanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov darts in looking for a takedown but Kosmanov gets double underhooks and turns Dokov into the cage.
Kosmanov throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Kosmanov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kosmanov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kosmanov scores with a body shot. #CL2#
Dokov clinches.
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kosmanov walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dokov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kosmanov misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Kosmanov gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Kosmanov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dokov is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Kosmanov tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dokov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kosmanov pushes off an throws an elbow but Dokov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kosmanov fails to land.
Kosmanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?#TD2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dokov pulls guard.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Kosmanov working some strikes from top position.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Kosmanov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dokov's head.#T1#
Kosmanov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Kosmanov any problems.
Kosmanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kosmanov lands a couple of digs.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kosmanov prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Kosmanov scoring with some ground and pound.
Kosmanov passes into half guard.
Kosmanov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Vladimir Kosmanov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dokov gets full guard.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back. #T2#
Kosmanov controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dokov trying to strike off his back. #SUB2#
Dokov working for a triangle but Kosmanov defends it easily.
Kosmanov prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Kosmanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kosmanov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Dokov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kosmanov won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Kosmanov wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dokov tries to clinch but Kosmanov is having none of it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kosmanov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kosmanov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Kosmanov counters with a nice body shot.
A slow jab from Kosmanov misses its intended target.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kosmanov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kosmanov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Dokov shoots and misses
and Kosmanov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kosmanov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab from Kosmanov misses. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kosmanov lands a nice uppercut.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kosmanov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dokov blocks it with crossed arms. #TD#
Kosmanov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dokov regains guard immediately.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Kosmanov is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Kosmanov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Kosmanov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Dokov walks into a stiff left hand from Kosmanov.
Kosmanov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kosmanov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kosmanov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dokov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kosmanov defends well and Dokov ends up having to push Kosmanov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dokov blocks a jab.
Kosmanov throws a shot from downtown. Dokov moves away and avoids it.
Kosmanov misses the shot to the body.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kosmanov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kosmanov throws a shot to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Kosmanov circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dokov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kosmanov to the mat! Kosmanov manages to get full guard.
Dokov wanted to stand there but Kosmanov had control of the position.
Kosmanov wants to sweep here but Dokov controlling him for the moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#T1#
Dokov lands a couple of digs.
Dokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kosmanov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dokov throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kosmanov has momentary wrist control but Dokov slips an elbow through the middle.
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Kosmanov is looking for a triangle but Dokov pushes his legs off easily.
Kosmanov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kosmanov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Kosmanov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2##ES2#
Dokov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Kosmanov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kosmanov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Kosmanov. #BC#
Kosmanov manages to break the clinch.
Dokov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kosmanov counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A punch combination from Dokov misses.
Dokov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dokov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dokov thows a leg kick but Kosmanov checks it
and Kosmanov counters with a stiff right hand.
Dokov fails to land with a series of punches.
Kosmanov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kosmanov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov avoids the body shot from Kosmanov. #CL2#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3##TD#
Kosmanov has hold of one of Dokov's legs. Dokov is fighting the takedown attempt but Kosmanov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kosmanov chips away with some ground and pound.
Kosmanov stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.
Dokov has momentary wrist control but Kosmanov slips an elbow through the middle.
Kosmanov is stalling in the full guard.
Kosmanov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kosmanov stands up out of Dokov's guard for a moment - Dokov manages to land a nice upkick.
Kosmanov landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Dokov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kosmanov stacks Dokov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Kosmanov!#T4#
Kosmanov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Kosmanov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dokov is looking to escape.
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dokov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Kosmanov. What's that going to do exactly?
Dokov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Kosmanov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Dokov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Dokov is desperately trying to improve his position but Kosmanov has a good base and remains in mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kosmanov lands a big shot there that rocks Dokov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Kosmanov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kosmanov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladimir Kosmanov!

Vladimir Kosmanov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 211 -     
Date:   Jul 16, 2022
#R1#
Dokov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from The Zealot.
Dokov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The Zealot misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dokov throws a big counter combination but The Zealot scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The Zealot thows a left - swing and a miss! #KD#
Oooooh!!! Dokov has knocked The Zealot down with a huge combo! Dokov steps away and waves a wobbly The Zealot back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#The Zealot is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Masada The Zealot has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Dokov dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! The Zealot has had enough and taps out.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
An out of breath Doko Dokov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: OFK 206 - Okafor Vs Tiramanti     
Date:   Jun 26, 2022
#R1##CL#
Dokov forces Hussain back against the cage and clinches.
Dokov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hussain fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Dokov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Hussain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Emre Hussain has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Hussain's coach down at 3Band MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Hussain's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Dokov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hussain is trying to break free.
Hussain tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dokov stalling.
Dokov scores with a hook to the body.
Hussain working hard to break the clinch.
Hussain wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it.
Dokov misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Hussain is trying to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling him.
Hussain has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Dokov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hussain's efforts to push away.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hussain looks winded!
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hussain backwards.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Hussain breaks the clinch. #TD#
Dokov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Dokov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Hussain to see if he's OK.#ROC#Hussain is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Dokov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Hussain is still in real trouble! Can Dokov finish him?#SU#
Dokov stands up.
Dokov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD#
Dokov gets a big slam - oh, Hussain is out! Hussain is out! That's a nasty KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Doko Dokov!
A victorious Doko Dokov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: OFK 202 - Line Vs Do Urden     
Date:   Jun 12, 2022
#R1#
A punch combination from Supreme misses. #CL#
Supreme closes the distance and pushes Dokov back into the cage.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Supreme.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Supreme.
I was talking to Supreme's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Supreme throws an elbow that misses.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Supreme.
Supreme doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Supreme wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Supreme.
Supreme swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Supreme misses with a punch to the body. #T1##BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Dokov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Supreme blocks a head kick by Dokov. #CL#
Supreme darts in and clinches Dokov up against the cage.
Dokov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Supreme throws an elbow but misses.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Supreme gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Supreme, against the cage.
Supreme wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Supreme tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Supreme back against the cage.
Supreme misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T2#
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Supreme takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Supreme is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Dokov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov dodges the punch combination from Supreme. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Supreme and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Dokov drags the fight down to the ground. #T3#
Supreme with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dokov wants to stand but Supreme is controlling the position.
Supreme wants to pass the guard but Dokov is keeping the position.
Supreme is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SU#
Supreme decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dokov, up you get! #CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Supreme against the cage.
Supreme can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Supreme misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Supreme throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Supreme is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Supreme pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Supreme holds him up against the cage and eventually Dokov drops back down to his feet.
A bit of stalling here from Supreme. #T4#
Dokov blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A head punch on the inside from Supreme fails to land.
A short right from Supreme on the inside.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Supreme lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards. #BC#
Supreme breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Supreme has managed to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Burrito Supreme dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dokov.
Dokov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Supreme avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Dokov clinches.
Supreme has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Supreme digs a right hand into Dokov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dokov's gas tank.
Supreme doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov stalling the fight. #BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Supreme tries to clinch up.
Supreme is looking to clinch but Dokov is avoiding it.
Dokov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Dokov forces Supreme back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Dokov lands a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Dokov - that landed with a thud.
Supreme working aggressively here.
Supreme tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Dokov effectively controlling the action here.
Supreme throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Supreme swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov misses with a body punch.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Supreme just leaning against Dokov, taking a breather. #T2#
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Supreme has him pressed against the cage.
Burrito Supreme has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov slows down the pace here.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Supreme has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
A short body shot lands from Supreme as the two fighters clinch.
Supreme looking to stall.
Supreme misses with a punch to the body.
Supreme looking to stall.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Supreme swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3##TD2#
Dokov pulls guard successfully.
Supreme with a flurry of punches that miss.
Supreme prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Supreme knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dokov on the ground.
Dokov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Supreme with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dokov wants to stand but Supreme is controlling the position. #ES2#
Dokov pushes Supreme off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL2#
Supreme gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Supreme up against the cage.
Supreme is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4##BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Supreme fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Supreme working aggressively here.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Supreme tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Supreme struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov lands a nice shot to the body.
Supreme working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Supreme fails to land.
Supreme has had enough of the clinch but Dokov keeps him there for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Dokov gets a clinch.
Supreme misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Dokov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Supreme backwards. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Supreme misses with the head strike.
Supreme tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Supreme misses with the head strike.
Supreme lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Supreme creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Supreme escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Supreme. #CL2#
Supreme gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch. #T1##BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov dives in for a single leg takedown but Supreme sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Supreme fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Supreme clinches.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Supreme, against the cage.
Supreme lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2#
Dokov successfully pulls guard.
Supreme throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dokov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Supreme throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dokov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Supreme won't allow Dokov to sweep him here.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Dokov striking off his back, scoring a few points.
Dokov wants to stand but Supreme is controlling the position.
Supreme working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Supreme is working Dokov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dokov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Supreme missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Supreme in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Supreme throws a big elbow that misses.
Supreme working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Supreme throws a big right hand that misses.
Supreme might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #ES2#
Dokov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Supreme is looking to clinch but Dokov is avoiding it. #TD2#
Dokov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Supreme napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dokov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Supreme is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #SU2#
Dokov stands up and beckons Supreme to his feet.
Donk. Dokov catches Supreme right on the button with a cross.
Supreme keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3##CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Supreme, pushing him back against the cage.
Supreme lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Supreme.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Supreme turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Burrito Supreme has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Supreme trying to land knees to the body.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Supreme.
Dokov wants a takedown.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Supreme just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow.
Supreme misses with a punch on the inside.
Supreme softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
Dokov has Supreme pushed against the cage.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Supreme tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Supreme back against the cage.
Supreme blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Supreme scores with a shoulder strike.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Supreme throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dokov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Supreme instigates a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Burrito Supreme.
I think Supreme has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Doko Dokov!

An out of breath Doko Dokov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: OFK 197 - Dokov Vs Plutov     
Date:   May 28, 2022
#R1#
Dokov misses with a series of wild punches.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Plutov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dokov circles away quickly and effectively.
Dokov wants to clinch.
A nice side step and Plutov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice sprawl there from Plutov as Dokov shoots in.
Plutov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A punch combination from Plutov misses. #CL#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Plutov throws an elbow but misses.
Plutov is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Plutov into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plutov just leaning against Dokov, taking a breather.
Plutov is pushing Dokov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The crowd are getting on Plutov's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike. #T1#
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov dodges an elbow strike from Plutov.
Plutov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Dokov has Plutov up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Dokov - that landed with a thud.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dokov.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike from Plutov.
Dokov is trying to push Plutov away but Plutov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Plutov lands an elbow inside.
Plutov stalling against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Plutov fails to land. #T2#
Dokov tries to pull guard but Plutov holds him up against the cage and eventually Dokov drops back down to his feet.
A right hand to the body from Plutov.
Plutov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
A short left from Dokov.
Plutov misses with a body punch.
Plutov swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Plutov throws an elbow but misses.
Plutov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Plutov misses with a hook to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov stalls.
Plutov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Plutov trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Plutov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov lands a knee to the body.
Plutov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Plutov misses with a knee strike.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Plutov lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Plutov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Plutov is pushing Dokov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Plutov, against the cage.
Plutov misses with some punches.
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Dokov pushes Plutov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Plutov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Plutov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Plutov.
Dokov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Plutov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wasyl Plutov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Plutov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dokov.#CUT#It looks like Wasyl Plutov has been cut.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Plutov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wasyl Plutov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Plutov.
Plutov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Dokov blocks an uppercut. #TD#
Dokov successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU2#
Dokov is working an open guard so Plutov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Plutov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CL#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Plutov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Dokov rushes Plutov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch. #T1##CL2#
Plutov drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Plutov lands an elbow that stopped Dokov in his tracks for a moment.
Plutov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Plutov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Plutov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Plutov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Plutov misses with some punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Dokov throws an elbow but it misses.
Plutov blocks an elbow strike.#T2#
Plutov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Plutov blocks an elbow strike.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD#
Dokov drags the fight down to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Plutov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Plutov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Plutov pushes Dokov up against the cage in a clinch.
Come on Dokov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Plutov lands a nice shot to the body.
Dokov lands with a right to the head. #TD#
Dokov successfully pulls guard.
Dokov striking from his own guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Plutov from controlling successfully. #SU2#
Plutov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Plutov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Plutov pushes him off.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Plutov circles away and keeps his distance.
Dokov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Plutov defends it nicely.
Plutov misses with a hook.
Plutov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Plutov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dokov throws a big counter combination but Plutov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Plutov keeps it at a distance.
Dokov looks for a takedown but Plutov sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Plutov misses with the combination. #T4#
Plutov misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Plutov against the cage.
Wasyl Plutov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Plutov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dokov.
Plutov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Plutov. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Plutov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dokov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Wasyl Plutov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Plutov connects with a right hand. Dokov shakes it off.
Plutov misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.#CL2#
Plutov clinches up against the cage.
Plutov leaning against his opponent.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Plutov to keep the fight standing.
Plutov tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Plutov.
Plutov leaning against his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plutov lands an elbow just above Dokov 's eye.
Plutov stalling in the clinch but Dokov improves position.
Plutov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Plutov just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Plutov scores with a shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Plutov can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Plutov.
Dokov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Plutov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Plutov is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dokov being controlled against the cage.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Plutov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Plutov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Dokov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Plutov.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Plutov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Plutov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Plutov circles away quickly and effectively.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Plutov misses.
Plutov tries to clinch up.
Sloppy strikes from Plutov. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Plutov against the cage.
Plutov working Dokov over with knees to the body.#T3#
Plutov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
With the fighters up against the cage, Plutov throws an elbow but misses. #TD#
Dokov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dokov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #ES#
Dokov pushes Plutov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Plutov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dokov.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Plutov throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Dokov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dokov.
Dokov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Plutov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov lands a shot to the body.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Plutov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Plutov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Plutov gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
A bit of stalling here from Plutov.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Wasyl Plutov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
Dokov misses with a knee to the head.
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Plutov walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dokov fails to land with a series of punches.
Dokov throws a series of strikes that have Plutov backpedaling.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Wasyl Plutov.
I've got Plutov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wasyl Plutov!

Wasyl Plutov took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Altitude Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: OFK 193 - Okafor Vs Tiramanti     
Date:   May 14, 2022
#R1#
Dokov misses with a kick to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Pellegrini back to the cage. Dokov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#It looks like Vinnie Pellegrini has been cut.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Pellegrini circles away.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov slips under a jab from Pellegrini.
Dokov throws a series of punches but Pellegrini avoids them all with ease.
A telegraphed right hand from Pellegrini misses the target.
As Pellegrini backs off Dokov throws a huge counter combo but Pellegrini manages to avoid it all.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Dokov gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pellegrini was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Pellegrini connects with a jab.#T1#
Dokov tries to clinch there but Pellegrini circles away.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pellegrini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pellegrini with a nice cross.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt - Pellegrini sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pellegrini circles away.
Dokov throws a head kick that misses
and Pellegrini counters with a leg kick.
Pellegrini throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pellegrini circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A big right from Pellegrini misses.
Dokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Pellegrini breaks from the clinch.
Pellegrini throws a leg kick which misses Dokov's front leg but catches the back leg as Dokov tries to avoid it. #T2#
Pellegrini connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov staying out of range there.
Dokov throws a counter combo.
Dokov looks to clinch
and Pellegrini counters with an inside leg kick.
Pellegrini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pellegrini thumps Dokov with a low kick.
Pellegrini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pellegrini lands the left hand.
Pellegrini misses with a body shot.
Pellegrini lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pellegrini's waist but Pellegrini gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dokov off to one side.
Vinnie Pellegrini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dokov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pellegrini.
Dokov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Pellegrini can pounce on him.
Dokov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pellegrini.
Pellegrini throws a nice looking combination but Dokov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Pellegrini lands a body shot.
Vinnie Pellegrini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pellegrini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3##CL2#
Dokov forces Pellegrini back against the cage and clinches.
Dokov effectively controlling the action here.#BC#
Pellegrini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pellegrini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Dokov has Pellegrini up against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Pellegrini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Pellegrini lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Pellegrini doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov tries a body shot but Pellegrini blocks it.
Pellegrini struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Pellegrini lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pellegrini misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dokov.
Pellegrini lands a shoulder strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Pellegrini looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vinnie Pellegrini dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Pellegrini dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dokov. That did some damage!
Pellegrini throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov fails to land with a series of punches.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pellegrini.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pellegrini throws a lazy right hand but Dokov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dokov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Pellegrini keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Pellegrini tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pellegrini lands with a right to the head.
Pellegrini swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pellegrini misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Dokov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Pellegrini lands with a right to the head.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Pellegrini misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
An inside leg kick from Pellegrini misses.
Vinnie Pellegrini is winning the standup battle so far.
Pellegrini lands a two punch combo.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch
and Pellegrini counters with a straight right hand.
Good shot there by Pellegrini.#T2#
Pellegrini connects with a crisp jab. #ROC#Dokov is rocked!
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pellegrini circles away.
Dokov is still on wobbly legs! Can Pellegrini finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pellegrini cracks Dokov with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Dokov falls to his knees and Pellegrini doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vinnie Pellegrini!
Our winner, Vinnie Pellegrini, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: OFK 187 - King Vs Temirov     
Date:   Apr 23, 2022
#R1##CL2#
Dokov pushes Bamalog up against the cage in a clinch.
Bamalog working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov tries to clinch but Bamalog moves out of range.
Dokov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Bamalog throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dokov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bamalog throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Dokov.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Bamalog back into the cage.
Dokov just leaning against Bamalog, taking a breather.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bamalog scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bamalog misses with a body punch.
Bamalog throws an elbow but it misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Dokov blocking some punches.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Bamalog lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses.
Bamalog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Bamalog's head.
Bamalog lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dokov prevents Bamalog from breaking the clinch.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Bamalog is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bamalog gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bamalog seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dokov can turn it around.
Bamalog lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Bamalog's head.
Dokov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog. #T3#
Bamalog lands with a left to the head.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bamalog wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bamalog lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bamalog.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bamalog lands a nice uppercut.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bamalog lands an uppercut.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Bamalog lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bamalog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog scores with a shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Bamalog blocks the elbow strike.
Dokov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bamalogs head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bamalog uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Bamalog.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Bamalog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Dokov stalling.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Teke Bamalog dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dokov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bamalog appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A good leg kick by Bamalog. #CL2#
Bamalog gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bamalog.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bamalog digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Bamalog blocks a body shot from Dokov.
Bamalog is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Bamalog throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog misses with a punch to the body.
Bamalog works on Dokov's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage. #T1#
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Bamalog lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bamalog scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Bamalog on the inside.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov scores with a shoulder strike.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses.
Bamalog blocks an uppercut.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bamalog tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #T2#
Bamalog lands with a right to the head.
A shot in the inside from Bamalog.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bamalog misses with a punch on the inside.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Dokov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bamalog's elbow.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Dokov looking to throw knees to the head but Bamalog is blocking nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Bamalog lands a left hand.
Bamalog creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Bamalog has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Bamalog throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
A hook to the body from Dokov.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
A short uppercut from Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Dokov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Teke Bamalog is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bamalog lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dokov at a distance.
Dokov tries to clinch but Bamalog moves out of range.
Bamalog throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Dokov counters by clinching up.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Bamalog.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Dokov can't break the clinch.
Bamalog misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bamalog walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Dokov gets tackled into the cage by Bamalog. Bamalog maintains the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD2#
Dokov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bamalog uses from the top position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bamalog is standing up over Dokov. Dokov looks to escape but Bamalog dives into side control.
Dokov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bamalog is controlling him well.#SU#
Bamalog stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Dokov tries to move into range but Bamalog moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Teke Bamalog dominated that second round.
That's time! Bamalog's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Bamalog dodges the punch combination from Dokov. #CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Bamalog up against the cage.
Bamalog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bamalog throws an elbow but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bamalog.
Bamalog swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries a body shot but Bamalog blocks it.
Bamalog throws an elbow but it misses.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Dokov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bamalog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Bamalog.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #BC#
Bamalog breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Bamalog circles away.
Bamalog just misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov blocks a leg kick.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Bamalog in a clinch.
Dokov is trying to break the clinch but Bamalog is controlling him.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Bamalog. #T2#
Bamalog misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Bamalog blocking some punches.
A right hand to the body from Dokov.
A right hand to the body from Dokov.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Dokov misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog.
Bamalog working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Bamalog.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bamalog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bamalog blocks the elbow strike. #T3#
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Bamalog breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bamalog misses the shot to the body.
Bamalog pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Dokov back to the cage. Bamalog follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bamalog throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Danga de danga de dang - Dokov scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#It looks like Teke Bamalog has been cut.#CL#
Bamalog gets a clinch.
Bamalog tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bamalog connects with a knee to the head.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Dokov prevents a body shot from Bamalog.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bamalog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bamalog has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bamalog misses with some punches.
Bamalog misses with a punch to the body.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bamalog lands with a light punch inside.
Bamalog misses with a punch on the inside.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov fails to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bamalog wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Teke Bamalog clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Teke Bamalog's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Bamalog throws a chopping leg kick but Dokov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#CL2#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Bamalog in a clinch.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bamalog misses with a punch to the body.
Bamalog lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dokov.
Bamalog lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A right hook to the body lands for Bamalog.
Bamalog lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bamalog fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dokov moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Bamalog.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands. #T1#
Bamalog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bamalog tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Dokov digs a right hand into Bamalog's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bamalog's gas tank.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bamalog lands a right hand.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog. #T2#
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Bamalog misses with some punches.
Bamalog lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog.
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov tries for a takedown but Bamalog manages to get underhooks.
Dokov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bamalog just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bamalog is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bamalog uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #T3#
Bamalog has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bamalog is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dokov tries to land a knee to the head but Bamalog blocks with his arms.
Bamalog lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Bamalog to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU#
Bamalog gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Bamalog just misses with a punch to the body.
Bamalog throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bamalog tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bamalog.
Dokov unleashes a big counter combination but Bamalog bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bamalog is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dokov.
Teke Bamalog is winning the standup battle so far.
Dokov wants to clinch but Bamalog slips to the side
and Bamalog counters with a one-two to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bamalog ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dokov moves away.#T4#
Dokov is looking to clinch but Bamalog is avoiding it.
Bamalog throws a body kick that misses.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Bamalog pushes him off.
Teke Bamalog is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bamalog with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bamalog swings for the body but Dokov moves out of range.
As Bamalog backs off Dokov throws a huge counter combo but Bamalog manages to avoid it all.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dokov rushes Bamalog and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Bamalog.
Bamalog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Dokov wants to get back to striking at distance but Bamalog won't allow it.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bamalog tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bamalog lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Teke Bamalog had his way with Doko Dokov in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Dokov shoots in looking for a takedown but Bamalog manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dokov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dokov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dokov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bamalog counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dokov wants to clinch but Bamalog slips to the side
and Bamalog counters with a series of strikes. Dokov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Dokov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bamalog looks to score with a jab to the body but Dokov is just out of range.
It seemed like Dokov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bamalog throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Bamalog closes the distance and clinches.
Bamalog lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bamalog pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Bamalog looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bamalog controls his hands. #T1#
Bamalog lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dokov or not.
Bamalog throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Bamalog.
Bamalog looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dokov tries a body shot but Bamalog blocks it.
Bamalog looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Bamalog fails to land.
Dokov tries to score a body lock takedown but Bamalog shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Teke Bamalog has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bamalog.
Bamalog swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Bamalog.
Dokov with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Teke Bamalog has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bamalog lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov cracks Bamalog with a nice body shot.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bamalog.
Bamalog lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov stalling.
Dokov looking for a takedown.
Bamalog tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Bamalog has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Bamalog lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Bamalog tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bamalog scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bamalog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Bamalog blocking some punches.
A short left from Bamalog.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Teke Bamalog is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard.
Dokov lands a decent punch to the body there.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Bamalog any problems. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SU#
Bamalog gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T4#
Dokov misses with a two punch combination.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bamalog throws a sloppy head kick and Dokov moves out of range easily.
Bamalog throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Dokov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bamalog to keep the fight standing.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov throws a punch but it's blocked by Bamalog.

And that's the end of the fight!
Teke Bamalog showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bamalog, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 50:45
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teke Bamalog!

Teke Bamalog retains his lightweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Teke Bamalog waved his t-shirt featuring KOMBAT KLOTHING's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: OFK 181 - King Vs Timmon     
Date:   Apr 02, 2022
#R1##CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Holloway up against the cage.
Dokov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Holloway throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Holloway lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dokov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Holloway.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard successfully. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Dokov scores with a shoulder strike.
Holloway lands a body shot in the clinch.
Holloway is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Holloway.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Holloway tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Holloway tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Holloway back against the cage.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Holloway.
The referee is keeping an eye on Holloway - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T1#
Holloway misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Holloway seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dokov can turn it around.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Holloway goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Holloway and pushes him back against the cage.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Holloway turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Holloway breaks the clinch.
Holloway throws a leg kick but Dokov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Max Holloway is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Holloway throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Holloway throws out a loose jab but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Holloway jabs at Dokov's body.#CL2#
Holloway gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Holloway misses with the head strike.
Holloway tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Holloway has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov. #T2#
Holloway scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holloway working aggressively here. #BC#
Holloway escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dokov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Decent striking displayed by Holloway there.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Good leg kick by Holloway.
Holloway has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Holloway circles away from the clinch attempt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dokov.
Holloway keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Holloway throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Dokov misses with some punches.
A short left from Dokov.
Holloway tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Holloway.
Holloway is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.
Dokov misses with an elbow strike.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Holloway.
Holloway throws a head punch that misses.
Holloway misses with a punch on the inside.
Holloway lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Holloway misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov leaning against his opponent. #BC#
Holloway pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Holloway throws a poor cross that misses
letting Dokov counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Holloway is rocked!
A nice combination there by Holloway.
Dokov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #KD2#
Dokov steps into range and cracks Holloway with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Holloway flops backwards and Dokov dives into his guard looking to finish!
Oh Holloway is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Holloway's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
Doko Dokov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: OFK 173 - Hilly Vs Spice     
Date:   Mar 05, 2022
#R1##CL#
Apinagewanwa closes the distance and clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Apinagewanwa.
Dokov scores with a hook to the body.
Dokov tries to throw a body punch but Apinagewanwa avoids it by throwing Dokov back against the cage.
Apinagewanwa misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Apinagewanwa.
Apinagewanwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov lands a nice shot that snaps Apinagewanwa's head back. #CUT2#It looks like Omari Apinagewanwa has been cut.#CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Apinagewanwa, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Apinagewanwa circles away.
Dokov misses with a takedown
and Apinagewanwa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Apinagewanwa scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dokov wants to clinch but Apinagewanwa slips to the side
and Dokov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown but Apinagewanwa shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Apinagewanwa throws a good cross that connects.
Dokov tries to clinch but Apinagewanwa is having none of it.
Apinagewanwa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dokov.
Apinagewanwa lands a glancing blow to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Apinagewanwa misses. #CL2#
Dokov pushes Apinagewanwa up against the cage in a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dokov as Apinagewanwa tries to tie him up.
A short right from Dokov.
Apinagewanwa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Apinagewanwa looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Dokov misses with some punches. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Apinagewanwa lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Apinagewanwa fails to land.
Apinagewanwa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD#
Apinagewanwa lands a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SU#
Apinagewanwa gets to his feet - Dokov follows without any prompting.
Dokov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Apinagewanwa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Apinagewanwa misses.
Dokov unleashes a big counter combination but Apinagewanwa bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A swing and a miss from Apinagewanwa.
Dokov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Apinagewanwa misses with a hook.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Apinagewanwa up against the cage.#T3##BC#
Apinagewanwa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Apinagewanwa and presses him up against the cage.
Apinagewanwa avoiding damage as Dokov throws knees to the body.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Apinagewanwa misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike from Apinagewanwa.
Dokov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Apinagewanwa seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dokov can turn it around.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Apinagewanwa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Apinagewanwa throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Apinagewanwa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Apinagewanwa misses with an elbow over the top.
Apinagewanwa misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Apinagewanwa is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Apinagewanwa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Apinagewanwa's head.
Apinagewanwa has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Apinagewanwa misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov gets through Apinagewanwa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dokov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Apinagewanwa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Omari Apinagewanwa dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dokov wants to clinch.
Apinagewanwa wants to clinch up but Dokov keeps it at a distance.
Dokov tries to clinch but Apinagewanwa is having none of it.
Apinagewanwa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dokov.#TD2#
Dokov looking to score a takedown here. Apinagewanwa is defending well but Dokov drives through and ends up in Apinagewanwa's guard.#SU2#
Dokov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Apinagewanwa is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Apinagewanwa counters with a left and a right that stings Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dokov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Apinagewanwa to the ground. Dokov is now in Apinagewanwa's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Apinagewanwa is controlling Dokov's posture.
Dokov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1##SUB2#
Dokov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dokov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dokov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dokov landing some decent shots from guard.
Dokov postures up and lands a big shot to Apinagewanwa's brow. #ROC2#Apinagewanwa is rocked!
Dokov postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Apinagewanwa covers up, he's hurt! Dokov keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Dokov and the ref steps in to end the fight! Dokov can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
An out of breath Doko Dokov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: OFK 168 - Sight Vs McFly     
Date:   Feb 13, 2022
#R1#
Dokov tries to clinch but Petrov is having none of it.
Petrov connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2#
Petrov gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Our sources have told us that Petrov has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Petrov misses with an elbow over the top.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Petrov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Petrov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Petrov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Petrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Petrov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Petrov misses with an elbow strike.
Petrov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Petrov takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov tries to clinch but Petrov is having none of it. #T1#
Dokov wants to clinch.
Petrov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Petrov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Petrov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Petrov lands with a shot to the body.
Petrov keeps the fight on the outside.
Petrov works Dokov's body with a nice hook.
Some wild striking there from Petrov.
Dokov tries to counter with a clinch but Petrov shakes him off and moves away.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Petrov pushes him off.
Radoslav Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov misses with the combination. #T2#
Dokov throws a jab when Petrov was well out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Petrov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Petrov lands an uppercut.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Petrov throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike.
Petrov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Petrov struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Petrov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Petrov lands a shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Dokov.
Petrov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov blocking some punches. #T3#
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Petrov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov misses with a body punch.
Petrov tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Petrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Petrov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dokov can turn it around.
Dokov scores with a shoulder strike.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike.
Petrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrov lands with a left to the head.
Petrov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Petrov fails to land.
Petrov misses with a punch on the inside.
Petrov throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Petrov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Petrov throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrov.
Petrov misses with an elbow over the top.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Petrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrov.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike from Petrov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Petrov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Petrov throws an elbow but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrov.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Petrov is working Dokov over against the cage.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov lands an uppercut.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radoslav Petrov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Petrov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dokov is looking to clinch but Petrov is avoiding it.
Dokov misses with a two punch combination.
Dokov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Petrov circles away quickly and effectively.
Petrov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dokov. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Petrov has him pressed against the cage.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Petrov lands with a right to the head.
Petrov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Petrov tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrov.
Still in the clinch, Petrov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Petrov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dokov fails to pull guard.
Petrov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Petrov misses with some punches. #T1#
Petrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Petrov throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Petrov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.#TD2#
Dokov successfully pulls guard.
Petrov won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Petrov stops Dokov from standing up.
Dokov is trying to control the position but Petrov postures up.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Petrov passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage. #T2#
Dokov moves into full guard.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Petrov stops Dokov from standing up. #SUB2#
Dokov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Petrov is aware though and is defending well.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Dokov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A punch combination from Dokov misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Petrov as he connects with a hook.
Petrov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Dokov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Petrov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Radoslav Petrov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #T3#
Dokov tries to pull guard but Petrov won't allow it.
Radoslav Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dokov can't get the takedown.
Petrov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Petrov tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Petrov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petrov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Petrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dokov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Petrov misses with a punch on the inside.
Petrov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Petrov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Petrov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Petrov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrov.
Dokov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Petrov swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
A short left from Petrov.
Petrov tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Petrov back against the cage.
Petrov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radoslav Petrov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches up with Petrov, looking for a takedown. Dokov pushes Petrov against the cage but Petrov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jab from Petrov.
Petrov swinging wildly here.
Petrov cracks Dokov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Petrov stuffs the takedown.
Petrov swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
A right-left combo lands from Petrov.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Petrov smiles and moves away.
Radoslav Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Petrov misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Petrov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dokov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Petrov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dokov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Petrov keeps the fight on the outside.
Petrov misses with an uppercut
and Petrov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dokov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Petrov.
Dokov moves out of range as Petrov strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Petrov.
Petrov stuns Dokov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dokov throws a right hand that Petrov ducks under and follows up with a left that Petrov also avoids with ease.
Petrov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dokov under the eye.
Petrov throws a combination. Dokov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Petrov against the cage.
Petrov throws an elbow that misses.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Petrov tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Petrov back against the cage. #T2#
Petrov throws a head punch that misses.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Petrov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Petrov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dokov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrov.
Petrov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Petrov lands with a left to the head.
Petrov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrov.
Petrov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Petrov blocks an uppercut.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov looking to throw knees to the head but Petrov is blocking nicely. #BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Petrov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Radoslav Petrov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Petrov scores with a leg kick.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrov.
Petrov slips under a jab.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Petrov and presses him up against the cage.
Petrov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Petrov.
Petrov blocks a body shot from Dokov.
Petrov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Radoslav Petrov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Dokov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dokov drops his hands momentarily and Petrov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Petrov lands a really nice looking cross but Dokov seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Petrov circles away.
Donk. Petrov catches Dokov right on the button with a cross.
Petrov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Petrov throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dokov wants to take the fight to the mat but Petrov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Petrov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Petrov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow.
Petrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Petrov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Petrov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Petrov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petrov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Radoslav Petrov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Petrov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radoslav Petrov!

A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Radoslav Petrov made sure he mentioned HERBIZER, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: OFK 164 - Cosby Vs Krnacova     
Date:   Jan 30, 2022
#R1##TD#
Copeland dives in and scores a takedown into Dokov's guard.
Dokov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Copeland trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dokov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dokov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Copeland wants to improve his position but Dokov is controlling well.
Dokov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Copeland does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Copeland manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Copeland is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dokov wanted to stand there but Copeland had control of the position.
Dokov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dokov is working Copeland over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Copeland looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Copeland has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dokov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB#
Copeland has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dokov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Dokov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Copeland throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Copeland working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dokov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dokov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dokov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dokov works over Copeland with some ground and pound from guard.
Dokov is looking to stand up but Copeland won't let him.
Dokov cracks Copeland with a solid left hand.
Dokov cracks Copeland with a solid left hand.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Travis Copeland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2##CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dokov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Copeland swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov tries a body shot but Copeland blocks it.
Copeland looking to stall.
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Copeland lands with a short shot to the head.
Copeland lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Copeland. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Copeland is having none of it.
Copeland is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at 3Band MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Dokov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T3#
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Copeland advances to half guard.
Copeland wants to free his trapped foot but Dokov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dokov is staying active underneath Copeland, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dokov punching from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov is trying to stand.
Dokov is trying to get back to full guard.
Dokov is trying to control but can't. #SU#
Copeland stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #CL#
Copeland drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Copeland smiles and moves away.
Dokov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4##CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Copeland.#TD2#
Dokov lands a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Copeland throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dokov forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Copeland looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Copeland manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Copeland wants to sweep here but Dokov controlling him for the moment.
Dokov is working Copeland over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Copeland is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dokov wants to get up but he can't break Copeland's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Copeland pushes Dokov up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Copeland.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Copeland misses with a hook to the ribs.
Copeland misses with some punches.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Copeland closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov is trying to force a seperation but Copeland has the dominant position.
Copeland avoiding damage.
Dokov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dokov misses with an elbow strike. #T1#
Copeland throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Dokov jumps guard but Copeland turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Copeland blocks an elbow strike from Dokov.
Dokov tries a body shot but Copeland blocks it.
Copeland lands a left hand.
Dokov tries to score a body lock takedown but Copeland shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copeland tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Copeland misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Copeland fails with an attempt to clinch.
Copeland tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Copeland gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Copeland seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dokov can turn it around.
Travis Copeland has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Come on Copeland - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Dokov misses with some punches. #T2#
Copeland has Dokov pressed against the cage.
Copeland effectively controlling the action here.
Copeland seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Dokov stalls.
Good body shot from Copeland.
Copeland controlling the action here for a moment.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Copeland.
A short uppercut from Dokov. #CUT2#It looks like Travis Copeland has been cut.#T3#
Copeland is stalling here.
Copeland pressing his opponent against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Travis Copeland.
Copeland tries to clinch there but Dokov circles away.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Copeland keeps it at a distance.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Copeland tries to clinch up but Dokov circles away and keeps his distance.
Copeland avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL#
Dokov gets tackled into the cage by Copeland. Copeland maintains the clinch.
Copeland tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Copeland misses with a punch on the inside.
Copeland misses with a body punch. #T4#
Copeland leaning against his opponent.
A right hand to the body from Dokov.
Copeland misses with a hook to the ribs.
Copeland misses with a short punch on the inside.
Copeland stalls.
Dokov being controlled against the cage.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Copeland trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Copeland lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Travis Copeland dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Copeland fails with an attempt to clinch.
Copeland is looking to clinch.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Copeland is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Copeland circles away and we're back to standing.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Copeland swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dokov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt
and Copeland cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Copeland is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Copeland forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Travis Copeland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short body shot lands from Copeland as the two fighters clinch.
Copeland scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Copeland fails to land.
A short uppercut from Copeland.
Dokov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Copeland just stands there and leans against the cage.
Copeland lands a nice uppercut.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Copeland. #TD#
Copeland successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Copeland looking for a guillotine here but Dokov defends easily.
Dokov wants to stand but Copeland is controlling his posture from full guard.
Copeland lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T2#
Copeland throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dokov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Copeland stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dokov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Copeland throws a strike but Dokov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Dokov tries to stand but Copeland is controlling from the bottom.
Dokov is in close to Copeland's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Copeland is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dokov defends well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SU2#
Dokov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Copeland, up you get!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Copeland gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Copeland tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Copeland. #T3#
Copeland swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Copeland pushes Dokov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Copeland manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Copeland can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #TD2#
Dokov successfully pulls guard.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Copeland looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Copeland stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.
Copeland stops Dokov from standing up.
Doko Dokov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU#
Copeland stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Copeland uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Dokov forces Copeland back against the cage and clinches.
Copeland misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov has Copeland pressed against the cage.
Copeland will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Dokov up against the cage.
Dokov throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Travis Copeland.
I think Copeland has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Travis Copeland!

A relieved looking Travis Copeland thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: OFK 158 - Gomez Vs Chan     
Date:   Jan 09, 2022
#R1#
Dokov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Plutov.
Plutov throws a series of punches but Dokov avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Plutov has managed to clinch.
Plutov working aggressively here.
Plutov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Plutov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries a knee to the head but Plutov blocks it.
Plutov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Plutov.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Plutov tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Plutov can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Plutov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Plutov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dokov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Plutov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov avoiding damage as Plutov throws knees to the body.
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T2#
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Plutov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Plutov throws a head punch that misses.
Plutov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Dokov misses with an elbow over the top.#BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A cross from Plutov lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
Plutov misses with a knee strike.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Plutov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Plutov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dokov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Plutov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Plutov looking to stall.
Dokov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Dokov jumps guard but Plutov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Plutov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Dokov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Plutov just stands there and leans against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Plutov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Plutov.
Dokov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Wasyl Plutov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Plutov lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
Dokov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Plutov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dokov can turn it around.
A short right from Dokov on the inside. #T4#
Plutov misses with a punch to the body.
Plutov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dokov.
Plutov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Plutov.
Plutov missing with knees to the body.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Plutov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Plutov pushes off an throws an elbow but Dokov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wasyl Plutov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nice jab there from Dokov.
Dokov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Dokov has Plutov up against the cage in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Plutov.
Plutov lands with a right to the head.
Plutov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dokov up against the cage.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike from Plutov.
Knees to the body from Plutov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plutov misses with an elbow over the top.
Plutov throws an elbow but it misses.
Dokov leaning against his opponent.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wasyl Plutov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Plutov throws an elbow but it misses. #T1#
Dokov has Plutov pushed against the cage.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Plutov up against the cage.
Plutov lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Plutov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Plutov stalling.
Plutov keeps control of Dokov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Plutov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
Plutov can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action. #T2#
Plutov working aggressively here.
Plutov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Plutov.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Plutov has him pressed against the cage.
Plutov looking to stall.
Plutov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov stalling the fight.
Dokov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Dokov continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Plutov throws an elbow but it misses.
Plutov tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Plutov lands with a right to the head.
Dokov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Plutov connects with a knee to the head.
Dokov letting Plutov take a breather here.
Plutov is looking to control Dokov's arms but Dokov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Plutov has his back to the cage.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Plutov lands a right hand.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
Plutov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Plutov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Plutov.
Plutov takes a shot to the head.
Dokov takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Plutov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Plutov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.
Dokov dodges an elbow strike from Plutov.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Plutov smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Plutov gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Plutov fails to land.
Plutov misses with an elbow over the top.
Plutov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike from Plutov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wasyl Plutov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dokov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Plutov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Plutov misses the jab.
Plutov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dokov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Plutov connects with a single shot there.
Plutov misses with a series of wild punches.
It seemed like Dokov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD2#
Dokov gets a double leg takedown into Plutov's guard.
Plutov wants to stand but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov throws a big right hand that misses. #ES#
Plutov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Plutov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Plutov, against the cage.
Plutov landing some nice looking knees to the body. #T1#
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
Plutov throws an elbow that misses.
Dokov gets through Plutov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Plutov misses with a body punch.
Dokov cracks Plutov with a nice body shot.
Plutov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov stalling the fight.
Plutov misses with a body punch.
Plutov has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov blocking some punches. #TD2#
Dokov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Dokov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Plutov's head.
Plutov wants to stand but Dokov is controlling the position. #T2#
Plutov 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.#SU2#
Dokov stands up and waves to Plutov to follow him.
Wasyl Plutov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Plutov.
Wasyl Plutov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Plutov is looking to slow Dokov down with leg kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Plutov throws a nice head kick!
Plutov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dokov at a distance.
Dokov misses with a series of wild punches.
Plutov throws a jab but it's blocked by Dokov.
Dokov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Plutov.
Plutov throws a right hand that misses
and Dokov counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
Plutov closes the distance and pushes Dokov back into the cage.
Plutov throws an elbow that misses. #T3#
Plutov looking to slow down the pace here.
Plutov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Plutov, against the cage.
Plutov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Plutov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Plutov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Plutov looking to stall.
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.#T4#
Plutov looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
Dokov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Plutov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Plutov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Plutov lands with a left to the head.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Plutov.
Plutov throws an elbow but it misses.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Wasyl Plutov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Come on Dokov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Plutov scores a nice knee to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Plutov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wasyl Plutov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Plutov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wasyl Plutov!

Wasyl Plutov gave a mention to Altitude Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: OFK 151 - Hilly Vs Sharma     
Date:   Dec 18, 2021
#R1#
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Bamalog fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bamalog with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bamalog throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bamalog throws a low kick, looking for Dokov's leg but Dokov calmly moves out of range.
Bamalog throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dokov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Dokov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bamalog!
Dokov cracks Bamalog with a big right hand but Bamalog just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #SUB#
Dokov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bamalog knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dokov working the ground and pound but Bamalog is defending the strikes. #T1##SUB#
Dokov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dokov 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.
Dokov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bamalog is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #SUB#
Dokov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bamalog tries to escape but Dokov is in control. #ES2#
Bamalog throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Dokov tries to clinch but Bamalog is having none of it.
Bamalog looks to score with a jab to the body but Dokov is just out of range.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov misses with a double jab.
Bamalog lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T2#
Dokov misses with a hook.
As Dokov backs off Bamalog throws a huge counter combo but Dokov manages to avoid it all.
Dokov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bamalog scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bamalog fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dokov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Bamalog thuds his shin into the meat of Dokov's side.
Bamalog takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses.
Dokov appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Bamalog back into the cage.
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Bamalog escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice takedown defense from Bamalog. No joy for Dokov on that attempt.
Bamalog was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bamalog tries to bum rush Dokov with a series of wild strikes but Dokov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bamalog throws out a counter right but Dokov avoids it with no problem.
That kick from Bamalog tenderised Dokov's leg. Dokov is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Dokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Bamalog is avoiding it.
Bamalog scores with a jab to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov backing away here, and Bamalog unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bamalog thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slapping body kick lands there for Bamalog.
Dokov slips a jab and a cross from Bamalog.
Dokov throws a big counter combination but Bamalog scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bamalog swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bamalog misses with a two punch combination.
Dokov misses with a body kick.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov wants to clinch
and Bamalog connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dokov wants to clinch but Bamalog slips to the side
and Bamalog counters with a nice leg kick.
Dokov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Bamalog.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Bamalog circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Dokov.
Bamalog's corner calls for a 1-2. Bamalog obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bamalog paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bamalog throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dokov.
Dokov throwing a counter right hand but Bamalog manages to avoid it.#CL#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Bamalog lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bamalog misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bamalog.
Bamalog is working Dokov over against the cage.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Dokov looking to stall.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Bamalog.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Teke Bamalog dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Dokov moves out of range as Bamalog throws a body kick.
Dokov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bamalog sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dokov somewhat.
Bamalog only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bamalog misses with a kick to the body.
Bamalog has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Bamalog circles away.
Bamalog fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bamalog counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bamalog sprawls well. Bamalog wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet.
Bamalog ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dokov moves away.#T1#
A low kick lands for Bamalog.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Bamalog pushes him off.
Dokov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bamalog counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Bamalog tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bamalog pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Bamalog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses.
Bamalog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
A short left from Bamalog. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Bamalog fails to land.
Bamalog misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Bamalog fails to land.
Bamalog lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Bamalog blocks an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
A shot in the inside from Bamalog.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Dokov takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
A frustrated look appears on Bamalog's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bamalog creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Dokov.
Dokov is looking to break free of the clinch but Bamalog has double underhooks. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice body punch from Bamalog.
Dokov tries to clinch up
and Bamalog counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dokov thinking. #CL2#
Bamalog clinches.
Bamalog misses with some punches.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.
Bamalog misses with an elbow over the top.#T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Bamalog.
Teke Bamalog seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bamalog lands a nice elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Bamalog fails to land.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bamalog tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bamalog.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov is trying to stall.
Bamalog lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bamalog misses with a punch to the body.
Bamalog misses with an elbow strike.
Nice body punch from Bamalog.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Teke Bamalog showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bamalog stalks Dokov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dokov's face. Dokov staggers backwards, shaken.#CL2#
Bamalog clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Bamalog lands a nice uppercut.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog working aggressively here.
Bamalog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Bamalog throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bamalog backwards.
Bamalog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Bamalog fails to land.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Bamalog blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Bamalog makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bamalog lands with a light punch inside.
Bamalog pushes Dokov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Bamalog breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bamalog fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Bamalog fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dokov throws a big counter combination but Bamalog scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bamalog throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Bamalog circles away and keeps his distance.
Dokov tries to clinch up
and Bamalog cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bamalog lands a front kick.
Bamalog changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bamalog changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Bamalog gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bamalog misses with some punches.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dokov gets through Bamalog's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Teke Bamalog has been cut.
Bamalog lands a body punch.
Bamalog pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bamalog throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bamalog creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov trying to land knees to the body.
Dokov is pushing Bamalog up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A short left from Bamalog.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Bamalog struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bamalog tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bamalog back against the cage.
Bamalog misses with a hook to the ribs.
Teke Bamalog is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dokov fails to pull guard.
Dokov gets through Bamalog's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
Bamalog has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Bamalog.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dokov.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
Teke Bamalog comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bamalog winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teke Bamalog!

Teke Bamalog very nearly forgot to thank KOMBAT KLOTHING amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: OFK 145 - Urden Vs Tripp     
Date:   Nov 27, 2021
#R1#
Knapp throws a jab but it's blocked by Dokov.
Knapp ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dokov throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Knapp and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Knapp throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Knapp pushes him off.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Knapp misses with a body punch.
Knapp misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knapp makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Knapp prevents the takedown attempt. #TD2#
Dokov pulls guard successfully.
Knapp controlling from the top position.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Knapp any problems. #T1##ES2#
Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
Knapp misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Knapp against the cage.
Dokov tries a body shot but Knapp blocks it.
Knapp tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Knapp misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knapp.
A head punch on the inside from Knapp fails to land.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Knapp blocks the elbow strike.
Knapp swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Knapp backwards. #T2#
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Knapp lands with a right to the head.
Knapp throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Knapp turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jimmy Knapp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Knapp manages to break the clinch.
Knapp looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dokov blocks a head kick by Knapp. #CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
Knapp throws a head punch that misses.
Knapp swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knapp digs a right hand into Dokov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dokov's gas tank.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Knapp.
Dokov keeps control of Knapp as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Knapp tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Knapp throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Knapp avoids it.
Knapp is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Knapp into the cage.
Knapp swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knapp tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Knapp misses with the head strike.
Knapp can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Knapp misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD2#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #ES2#
Dokov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Knapp throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dokov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Knapp.
A head kick misses from Knapp.
Knapp throws the kick towards the body but Dokov avoids it.
Knapp throws a push kick but Dokov slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Dokov throws a series of punches but Knapp avoids them all with ease.
Knapp lands a really nice looking cross but Dokov seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Knapp pushes him off.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dokov dodges the punch combination from Knapp.
Knapp cracks Dokov with an open hand slap.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Knapp circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Knapp can't break the clinch.
Knapp just leaning against Dokov, taking a breather.
Knapp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Knapp dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Knapp throws a quick counter kick to the body but Dokov avoids it.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Knapp swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Knapp misses with a kick to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Knapp circles away and keeps his distance.
Knapp throws a front kick that sends Dokov stumbling back into the cage.
Dokov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dokov misses with a few strikes there.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Knapp tries to bum rush Dokov with a series of wild strikes but Dokov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Knapp circles away.
Dokov fails to land with a series of punches.
Knapp misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knapp looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Knapp lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dokov's sensitive parts.
Knapp throws the left hand but Dokov avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Knapp lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knapp working aggressively here. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knapp.
Knapp throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knapp.
Knapp tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov keeps control of Knapp as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A nice left hand lands by Knapp.
Jimmy Knapp has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Knapp misses with a short punch on the inside.
Knapp tries to circle away but Dokov has him pinned against the cage.
Knapp misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Knapp lands an uppercut.
The referee is keeping an eye on Dokov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knapp. #T2#
Knapp misses with some punches.
Knapp wants to break free but Dokov has control.
Knapp has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Knapp misses with a body punch.
Knapp wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Knapp swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Knapp.
Knapp misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hook to the body lands for Knapp.
Knapp doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knapp trying to stall but Dokov improves his position. #T3##BC#
Knapp breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov misses with a two punch combination.
Knapp misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jimmy Knapp is winning the standup battle so far.
Dokov misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Knapp paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Knapp scoring well with a low kick there.
Knapp circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Knapp's waist but Knapp gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dokov off to one side.
Knapp swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Knapp throws out a loose jab but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knapp misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Knapp up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Knapp and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knapp working aggressively here.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Knapp throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Knapp tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Knapp is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Knapp into the cage.
Knapp swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knapp misses with some punches.
Knapp misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Knapp's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Knapp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Knapp softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Knapp tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Knapp misses with some punches.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Knapp dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Knapp against the cage.
A short right from Knapp.
Knapp misses with a hook from the clinch.
Knapp misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov scores with a shoulder strike.
Knapp tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Knapp struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Knapp doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knapp lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Knapp up against the cage.
Knapp working aggressively here.
Knapp tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Knapp tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Knapp up against the cage.
Knapp can't break the clinch.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Knapp struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Knapp working aggressively here.
Knapp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Knapp tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Knapp back against the cage.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Knapp.
Knapp trying to control the position but instead, Dokov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Knapp into the cage.
Knapp doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Knapp tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Knapp tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dokov is looking for a takedown.
Dokov blocking some punches. #TD2#
Dokov pulls Knapp into guard.
Knapp is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Knapp from controlling successfully.
Dokov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Knapp is one step ahead there.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Knapp is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?#T3#
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #SUB2#
Knapp avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Dokov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Knapp can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Dokov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Knapp frees his head nicely. Oh but Dokov has switched to an armbar! Knapp is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Doko Dokov!
A relieved looking Doko Dokov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: OFK 139 - Trump Vs Bagwis     
Date:   Nov 06, 2021
#R1#
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rochester manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rochester really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dokov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dokov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Rochester scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Rochester has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Rochester misses with a punch to the body.
Rochester misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Rochester fails to land.
A short right from Dokov on the inside.
Rochester throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Rochester holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for Rochester to work.
Rochester tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Rochester back against the cage.
Rochester using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #T1#
Rochester lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rochester stalls.
Rochester is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Rochester takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Arlo Rochester.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Rochester up against the cage.
Rochester is looking to control Dokov's arms but Dokov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rochester has his back to the cage.
Rochester leaning against his opponent.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Rochester.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rochester creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Rochester keeps control of Dokov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rochester tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Rochester back against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Dokov.
A short right from Dokov.
Rochester misses with the head strike.
Stalling in the clinch from Rochester.
Rochester fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov lands a hook that snaps the head of Rochester backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rochester.
Rochester throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Rochester content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Rochester forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rochester misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Rochester can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Rochester is avoiding it.
Rochester works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Rochester against the cage.
Rochester goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
Rochester tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rochester throws a head punch that misses.
Rochester tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Rochester has Dokov pressed against the cage.
Rochester misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters up against the cage, Rochester throws an elbow but misses.
The referee calls for Rochester to work.
Rochester's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#TD2#
Dokov gets control of Rochester's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU#
Rochester stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Dokov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rochester checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #TD2#
Dokov drives through with a takedown into Rochester's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet. Rochester looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Dokov wants to clinch up but Rochester keeps it at a distance.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Nice uppercut there from Rochester.#CL2#
Rochester tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Arlo Rochester will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dokov dodges the punch combination from Rochester. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Rochester and pushes him back against the cage.
Rochester is trying to stall.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rochester lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Rochester misses with the head strike.
Rochester lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD2#
Dokov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Rochester kicks Dokov off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rochester misses with a looping left.
Jab, jab by Rochester - just one landing.
Rochester lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rochester throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Dokov misses with some punches.
Rochester tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Rochester back against the cage.
Rochester misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Rochester, against the cage.
Rochester throws an elbow that misses.
Rochester has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
Rochester misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rochester.
Still in the clinch, Rochester scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Rochester on the inside. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rochester misses with a right hand
and Dokov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Arlo Rochester has been cut.
Rochester is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Rochester gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Rochester is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Rochester into the cage.
Rochester scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rochester using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Rochester lands with a short shot to the head.
Rochester trying to control the position but instead, Dokov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Rochester into the cage.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Rochester throws a head punch that misses.
Rochester is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Rochester goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rochester is looking to control Dokov's arms but Dokov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rochester has his back to the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Rochester working aggressively here.
Rochester working aggressively here.
Rochester tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Rochester back against the cage. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Rochester throws a jab but it's blocked by Dokov.
Dokov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Dokov gets a clinch. #T3#
Dokov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov letting Rochester take a breather here.#TD2#
Dokov pulls Rochester into guard.
Rochester won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Rochester any problems. #ES2#
Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Rochester is avoiding it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dokov is defended easily by Rochester.#CL#
Rochester closes the distance and pushes Dokov back into the cage.
Rochester taking a breather. #T4#
Rochester throws a head punch that misses.
Rochester tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Dokov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rochester backwards.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rochester pressing his opponent against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
A bit of stalling here from Dokov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rochester misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rochester goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rochester taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rochester swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rochester lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arlo Rochester dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Arlo Rochester's cut.
That's time! Rochester's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dokov wants to clinch up but Rochester keeps it at a distance.
Rochester keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
An attempted straight right counter from Rochester misses the target.
Rochester just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Rochester misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov takes a shot to the head. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard.
Rochester stops Dokov from standing up.
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Rochester decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dokov, up you get!
Dokov blocks a jab.
Rochester bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dokov's head backwards.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Rochester goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rochester showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dokov.
Rochester cracks Dokov with a good jab.
Dokov misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Rochester moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
An inside leg kick lands from Rochester.
Rochester is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD2#
Dokov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dokov in side control lands a decent elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Dokov stands up and beckons Rochester to his feet.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rochester paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rochester circles away.
A low kick lands for Rochester.
Dokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Arlo Rochester has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Decent striking displayed by Rochester there.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Rochester is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch but Rochester is having none of it. #CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Rochester motions for Dokov to come forward. Rochester throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Arlo Rochester is winning the standup battle so far.
Dokov tries to clinch up.#CL#
Rochester forces Dokov back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Dokov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rochester counters with a right hand to the body.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Rochester circles away.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Rochester fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dokov, pushing him back against the cage.#T3#
Dokov throws an elbow but it misses.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov being controlled against the cage.
Rochester tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rochester holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Rochester's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rochester.
Rochester lands with a light punch inside.
Rochester is trying to stall.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Rochester stalling in the clinch but Dokov improves position. #T4#
Rochester misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
A head punch on the inside from Rochester fails to land.
Rochester misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Rochester's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rochester goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rochester looking to slow down the pace here.
Rochester scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rochester misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov lands a body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov. #ROC2#Rochester is rocked!
Dokov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oh Rochester is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Rochester.
Arlo Rochester is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rochester seems to have got his legs back now.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Arlo Rochester showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rochester, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arlo Rochester!

 

Event: OFK 134 - Harper Vs Nagasaki     
Date:   Oct 17, 2021
#R1#
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pullum let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pullum showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dokov.
A little jabbing left from Pullum on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pullum slips a jab and a cross from Dokov. #CL#
Pullum gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Pullum. #BC2#
Pullum breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dokov tries to clinch but Pullum moves out of range.
Dokov moves to clinch but Pullum breaks away
and Pullum counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov cracks Pullum with an open hand slap.#CL#
Dokov gets a clinch.
Pullum tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
A short right from Pullum.
Dokov throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T1#
Pullum tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Pullum has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov. #BC#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Pullum keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Pullum gets the takedown into side control.
Pullum scoring with punches from side control.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dokov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pullum is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dokov is refusing to be controlled, as Pullum sits in half guard. #T2#
Nice strikes from Pullum there. #ES#
Dokov has one foot on Pullum's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pullum swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Pullum working aggressively here.
Pullum tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #TD2#
Pullum tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard.
Pullum with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Dokov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dokov throws some shots to the body, keeping his opponent honest.
Pullum working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Pullum wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Pullum tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard.
Pullum is on the wrong end of a couple of strikes there.
We've been informed that Pullum has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Pullum tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard.
Pullum working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dokov is striking but Pullum is not phased and passes to half guard.#SUB2#
Pullum is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dokov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pullum.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB#
Dokov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pullum looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pullum trying to control from half guard but Dokov is working away.
Dokov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Pullum is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dokov is just riding it out for now. Pullum eventually gives up the hold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Furnum Pullum will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dokov shoots in and drives through. Pullum sprawls well.
Pullum looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dokov tries to bum rush Pullum with a series of wild strikes but Pullum uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dokov dives in and grabs Pullum's left leg, looking for a takedown. Pullum pushes down on Dokov's head and hops out.
Pullum swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.#TD2#
Pullum throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dokov was covering up waiting for the punch and Pullum finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Pullum has clasped his hands together around Dokov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov is trying to work for a sweep but Pullum has mounted him!
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Dokov is squirming around, avoiding Pullum's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Pullum blocks Dokov's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Dokov regains half guard.
Pullum passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dokov swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Pullum breaks from Dokov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Dokov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Pullum lands strikes from half guard.
Dokov landing small, sideways elbows.
Pullum trying to control the action but Dokov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Pullum is pressing down on Dokov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dokov is holding on for now.
Pullum has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dokov tries to kick Pullum off but Pullum keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Pullum is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dokov tries to get to full guard but Pullum has control of the leg.
Dokov is trying to control but Pullum manages to pass to mount!
Pullum prevents Dokov from getting the reversal.
Dokov has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Pullum's lack of action. #T3#
Dokov is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Dokov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pullum is looking to stall here but Dokov recovers full guard.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Pullum from controlling successfully.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Pullum is in close to Dokov's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pullum postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Pullum won't allow Dokov to get back to his feet.
Pullum wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving. #SUB#
Pullum got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dokov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pullum has managed to get both his arms back between Dokov's legs - danger averted.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Pullum manages to pass to side control.
Pullum thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dokov is trying to stand back up but Pullum is controlling him
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Furnum Pullum showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Dokov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Dokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Pullum swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dokov has his takedown stuffed
and Pullum counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dokov slips a straight right by Pullum.
Pullum throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dokov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Pullum tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pullum misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Pullum fails to land.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Pullum lands with a short shot to the head.
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
Pullum throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Pullum has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Dokov trying to control the position but instead, Pullum has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dokov into the cage.
Pullum tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov lands an uppercut.
Pullum misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pullum swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pullum tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Pullum tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Pullum has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Pullum manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Dokov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pullum.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Pullum is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
Pullum slips a nice elbow through Dokov's hands, connecting with Dokov's forehead.#ES#
Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Dokov is looking to clinch but Pullum is avoiding it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pullum swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Pullum darts in and clinches Dokov up against the cage.
Pullum pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Pullum misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pullum.
Pullum misses with some punches.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Pullum scores with a nice hook to the head.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dokov tries to pull guard but Pullum holds him up against the cage and eventually Dokov drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Pullum scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Dokov rushes Pullum and presses him up against the cage.
Pullum tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Furnum Pullum is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov has had enough of the clinch but Pullum keeps him there for the moment.
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pullum backwards.
Pullum throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov wants to break the clinch but can't. #T4#
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#TD2#
Pullum has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Pullum manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Pullum drops an elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov is not content to let Pullum control the position.
Dokov is trying to get back to full guard.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Pullum content to control rather than advance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Furnum Pullum comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Pullum has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Furnum Pullum!

Furnum Pullum managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Voodoo Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: OFK 130 -     
Date:   Oct 03, 2021
#R1#
Dokov throws a nice looking combination but Holloway bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Holloway takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses.
Dokov avoids the body shot from Holloway.
Dokov slips a jab from Holloway.
Holloway throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dokov drops his hands momentarily and Holloway takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Holloway takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Holloway misses with a straight left.
Dokov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
Holloway struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Holloway tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Holloway back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T1#
Holloway can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Holloway tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Holloway back against the cage.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Holloway misses with a punch on the inside.
Holloway has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dokov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Holloway can turn it around.
Holloway lands a hook to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Dokov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Holloway blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov avoiding damage. #T2#
Holloway lands with a left to the head.
A short right from Holloway.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Holloway.
Dokov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Holloway misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Holloway uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Holloway up against the cage.
Holloway tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Holloway back against the cage. #T3#
Holloway swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov is trying to force a seperation but Holloway has the dominant position.
Dokov is trying to stall.
A body shot lands from Holloway.
Dokov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Holloway gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Holloway prevents Dokov from breaking the clinch.
Holloway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Holloway stalling in the clinch.
Holloway misses with a body punch. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Holloway lands a nice uppercut.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Holloway can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Holloway works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #TD#
Dokov lands a takedown into guard. #SU#
Dokov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Holloway lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Holloway connects with a looping right hand.
Nice uppercut there from Holloway.#CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Holloway swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Holloway circles away from the clinch attempt.
Holloway throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dokov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Holloway throws a leg kick which misses Dokov's front leg but catches the back leg as Dokov tries to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Max Holloway dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
An inside leg kick lands from Holloway.
Dokov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Holloway.
Dokov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Holloway connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dokov scrambles back to his feet.
Holloway clobbers Dokov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dokov shoots in but Holloway avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Holloway throws a shot to the body.
Max Holloway seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Holloway lands with a good body shot.
Dokov misses with a two punch combination.
Holloway has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dokov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dokov throws a combination that misses
and Holloway makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Holloway works over Dokov's head and body with a nice combination.
Holloway keeps the fight on the outside.
Holloway gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Dokov counters with a left and a right that stings Holloway.
Sloppy strikes from Holloway. Those never looked like landing.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Holloway manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Holloway misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely.
As Holloway looks to move away, Dokov throws a big counter combo but Holloway just gets out of the way.#T1#
Dokov shoots in looking for a takedown. Holloway tries to sprawl out of it but Dokov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Holloway manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Holloway.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov fails to land the takedown.
Holloway looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Holloway lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Holloway throws a hook to the side of Dokov's head but Dokov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Holloway closes the distance and clinches.
Max Holloway seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Holloway.
Holloway tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Holloway back against the cage. #BC2#
Holloway pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Dokov wants to clinch up but Holloway keeps it at a distance.
Holloway tries to land a leg kick but Dokov saw it coming and moves away.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Holloway circles away.
Dokov ducks right into an uppercut from Holloway.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holloway lands with a right hand. #ROC2#Dokov is rocked!
Holloway drops Dokov with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Dokov! Holloway dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Holloway!
Max Holloway made sure to mention his sponsor, FUClothing in his post fight interview.

 

Event: OFK 123 - Power Vs Volkov     
Date:   Sep 11, 2021
#R1#
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Plutov pushes him off.
Plutov tries a head kick but it misses.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dokov pushes Plutov up against the cage in a clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Dokov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Plutov's brow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Plutov lands an elbow inside. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plutov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Plutov avoids the elbow strike from Dokov, against the cage.
Dokov jumps guard but Plutov stands there with Dokov around his waist. Dokov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Plutov. #T1##BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov ducks under a wild hook from Plutov.
Plutov lands a nice shot to the body.
Wasyl Plutov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut there from Plutov.#KD2#
Dokov drops Plutov with a beautiful combination! Plutov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Dokov is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Wasyl Plutov has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
A head kick misses from Plutov.
Dokov wants to counter the offense by Plutov and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Plutov up against the cage.
Plutov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov blocks the elbow strike.
A frustrated look appears on Dokov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dokov lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Dokov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
Dokov has Plutov pressed against the cage.
Dokov letting Plutov take a breather here.#T2#
Plutov lands an uppercut.
Dokov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dokov has Plutov pressed against the cage.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Plutov lands a nice uppercut.
Plutov tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Plutov has Dokov pushed against the cage.
Dokov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Plutov lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Plutov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Plutov working aggressively here.
Plutov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Plutov pressing his opponent against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Plutov lands a right hand.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Plutov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Dokov has Plutov pushed against the cage.
Dokov blocking some punches. #T4#
Plutov throws an elbow that misses.
Plutov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Plutov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Plutov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
Plutov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Dokov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Plutov being controlled against the cage.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Plutov.
A short right from Plutov.
Plutov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Wasyl Plutov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A low kick from Plutov misses
and Dokov counters with a one-two to the body.
Dokov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Plutov throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Dokov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Plutov.
Wasyl Plutov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Plutov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Plutov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A combination from Plutov does no damage.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Plutov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Plutov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Plutov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Plutov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Plutov prevents a body shot from Dokov. #T1#
Plutov throws an elbow that misses.
Plutov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Dokov is keeping busy.
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Plutov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Plutov scores with a hook to the body.
Plutov misses with some punches.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
A bit of stalling here from Plutov.
Come on Plutov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Plutov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Dokov lands with a left to the head. #T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Plutov misses with an elbow over the top.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov stalling in the clinch.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Plutov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Dokov letting Plutov take a breather here.
A short uppercut from Plutov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.#TD2#
Dokov pulls Plutov into guard. #T3##SU#
Plutov stands up and waves to Dokov to follow him.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Plutov circles away.
Plutov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Plutov is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Plutov circles away and we're back to standing.
Dokov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Plutov pinned against the cage. Plutov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Wasyl Plutov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Plutov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Plutov takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Dokov forces Plutov back against the cage and clinches.
Plutov crunches a lovely knee into Dokov's ribcage.
Plutov lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Plutov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Dokov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Plutov gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Plutov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Plutov lands a left hand.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
With the fighters up against the cage, Plutov throws an elbow but misses. #BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Plutov moves in looking to clinch but Dokov pushes him off.
Plutov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dokov's head backwards.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Plutov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dokov under the eye.#CL2#
Plutov gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Plutov lands an elbow inside.
Plutov lands with a right to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wasyl Plutov dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##CL#
Plutov drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Dokov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Plutov misses with an elbow over the top.
Plutov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Plutov lands a damaging elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plutov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Plutov throws an elbow that misses.
A body shot lands from Plutov.
Plutov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T1#
Plutov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Plutov.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Plutov, against the cage.
Plutov missing with knees to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Plutov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Plutov is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Plutov dodges an elbow strike from Dokov.
Plutov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wasyl Plutov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Plutov.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T2#
Plutov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Plutov misses with a body punch.
Dokov has Plutov pushed against the cage.
Dokov being controlled against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Plutov.
Plutov tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Plutov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dokov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Plutov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Plutov.
Plutov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Dokov tries to stall but Plutov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Plutov throws an elbow that misses.
Plutov taking a breather.
Plutov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Plutov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Plutov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Plutov. #T4##BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Plutov moves out of range of the strikes.
Plutov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Plutov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dokov.
Nice straight punches there by Plutov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Plutov.
Dokov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Plutov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Plutov lands a nice shot that snaps Dokov's head back.
Wasyl Plutov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dokov misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good exchange - Plutov coming out on top.
Plutov tries a head kick but it misses.
Some wild striking there from Dokov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wasyl Plutov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Plutov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wasyl Plutov!

Wasyl Plutov very nearly forgot to thank Altitude Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: OFK 117 - Shamrock Vs Volkov     
Date:   Aug 21, 2021
#R1#
Dokov tries to clinch up but Avetisyan circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Avetisyan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dokov ducks under a wild hook from Avetisyan.#CL#
Dokov rushes Avetisyan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dokov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Avetisyan wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it. #BC2#
Avetisyan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Avetisyan is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Avetisyan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Avetisyan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Avetisyan looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dokov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Avetisyan.#CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Avetisyan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Avetisyan against the cage.
Avetisyan tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Avetisyan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Avetisyan, pushing him back against the cage.#T1##TD2#
Avetisyan pulls guard successfully. #ES2#
Avetisyan has his feet on Dokov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Dokov shoots for a double leg takedown but Avetisyan sprawls well. He's pushed Dokov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Avetisyan let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Avetisyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Good exchange - Dokov coming out on top.#ROC#Avetisyan is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Edgar Avetisyan has been cut.
Dokov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Avetisyan can pounce on him.
Avetisyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?
Dokov tries to clinch there but Avetisyan circles away.
Nice uppercut there from Avetisyan.
Edgar Avetisyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Avetisyan throws out a counter right but Dokov avoids it with no problem.
Avetisyan seems to have recovered his senses.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Avetisyan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Avetisyan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Avetisyan against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Avetisyan manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Dokov avoids the head kick by Avetisyan.
Dokov lands a lovely overhand right.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dokov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromAvetisyan.
Dokov tries to clinch but Avetisyan is having none of it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Avetisyan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Avetisyan counters with an outside leg kick.
Dokov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Avetisyan tries to avoid it but Dokov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Avetisyan to the ground. Avetisyan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dokov tries to clinch but Avetisyan is having none of it.
It seemed like Avetisyan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Avetisyan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And Avetisyan responds with a good body kick, but Dokov manages to step out the way in time.
Dokov lands with a right and another and another! Avetisyan is in big trouble! Dokov lands again and this time it's lights out for Avetisyan! A quality knockout there for Dokov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
During a confident post fight interview, Doko Dokov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: OFK 110 - Sector Vs Tepes Lii     
Date:   Jul 28, 2021
#R1#
Dokov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rhino.#CL#
Dokov rushes Rhino and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Rhino tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard.
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rhino pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now.
Rhino loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rhino working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Rhino tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard.
Rhino working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dokov wants to sweep but no luck.
Rhino stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dokov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rhino controls the pace.
Rhino postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dokov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Rhino is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Rhino lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dokov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Dokov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Rhino dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Rhino drags him back down.
Rhino is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Rhino is chipping away with strikes.
Dokov is looking for a sweep.
Dokov pushes Rhino away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Rhino gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Dokov tries to bench press Rhino off him but Rhino keeps the position.
Dokov is not content to let Rhino control the position. #T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dokov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Rhino asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Dokov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rhino wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rhino is putting a hurting on Dokov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Dokov is trying to improve his position.
Rhino is chipping away with strikes.
Dokov is not content to let Rhino control the position.
Rhino controlling from side mount.
Rhino prevents Dokov from escaping the position.#T3#
Rhino working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Rhino is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dokov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dokov tries to escape but Rhino is in control. #ES#
Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Rhino away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rhino. #CL#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Rhino against the cage. #TD2#
Rhino has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Rhino manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Rhino controlling the action here.
Rhino 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.
Rhino missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rhino passes the guard and advances to mount!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Rhino cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Rhino blocks Dokov's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Rhino punishing his opponent with strikes.
Rhino lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dokov hang on?#CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dokov is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Rhino unloading with bombs!
Dokov is really trying hard to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Rhino is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Dokov can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brutalis Rhino dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Rhino closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Rhino advances to full mount.
The referee warns Dokov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Rhino scoring with strikes but Dokov is staying in there.
Dokov really wants to buck Rhino off and get back to his feet.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dokov is working hard here to advance position.
Rhino with a couple of short strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Dokov wants to control but Rhino is having none of it.
Rhino scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Dokov? #ROC2#Dokov is rocked!
Rhino lands a big shot to the head and Dokov winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Brutalis Rhino!

 

Event: OFK 105 - Sector Vs Gomez     
Date:   Jul 10, 2021
#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Harwath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Harwath.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Harwath is avoiding it.
Dokov moves out of range as Harwath strikes.
Harwath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dokov slips a straight right by Harwath.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Harwath blocks an elbow strike from Dokov.
Harwath pushes Dokov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harwath.
Harwath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Harwath throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Harwath lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harwath throws a head punch that misses.
Harwath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Harwath's head. #T1#
Dokov gets through Harwath's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Harwath misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land. #TD2#
Dokov drags the fight down to the ground.
Harwath postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dokov trying to keep a closed guard but Harwath is proving a slippery customer.
Harwath throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dokov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dokov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Harwath defends well.
Dokov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Harwath throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #ES2#
Dokov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Harwath is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Harwath working aggressively here.
Harwath throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Harwath misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Harwath misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Harwath lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Harwath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harwath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harwath blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Harwath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Harwath throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Harwath.
Harwath blocking some punches.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Harwath has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harwath has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Harwath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Harwath uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Harwath throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Harwath throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Harwath misses with the head strike.
Harwath has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Harwath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harwath working aggressively here. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Harwath.
Harwath working aggressively here.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Harwath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harwath has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Harwath throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harwath throws a head punch that misses.
Harwath has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Harwath has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Harwath backwards. #BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Harwath swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Harwath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harwath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Scot Harwath dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Harwath smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Harwath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Harwath misses the jab.#TD2#
Dokov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dokov avoids the strikes from the bottom by Harwath.
Harwath misses with a strike from the bottom.
Dokov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Dokov blocks the strikes from Harwath. #SU2#
Dokov decides to stand back up.
Dokov drops his hands momentarily and Harwath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Harwath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dokov.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up with Harwath and pushes him back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harwath swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Harwath creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Harwath controls his hands. #T1#
Dokov trying to stall but Harwath improves his position.
Harwath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harwath working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Harwath avoids a wild elbow strike from Dokov.
Harwath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Harwath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Harwath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harwath misses with a hook from the clinch.
Harwath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harwath misses with a punch on the inside.
Harwath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Harwath misses with some punches. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Harwath.
Harwath throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Harwath lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dokov blocking some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Harwath controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Harwath.
Harwath misses with the head strike.
Harwath being controlled against the cage.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Harwath throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Harwath avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Harwath misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Harwath smiles and moves away. #T3##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Harwath.
Harwath throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Harwath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harwath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scot Harwath has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Harwath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Harwath smiles and moves away.
Scot Harwath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.#T4#
Harwath misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.
Dokov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Dokov tries to clinch but Harwath is having none of it.
An attempted straight right counter from Harwath misses the target.
Harwath misses with a lunging right hand
and Dokov counters with a series of strikes. Harwath will be more careful next time no doubt.
Scot Harwath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harwath.
Nice takedown defense from Harwath. No joy for Dokov on that attempt.
A jab from Harwath misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harwath throws out a loose jab but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harwath keeps the fight on the outside.
Harwath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dokov counters with a two punch combo.
Harwath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Harwath but Harwath pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Scot Harwath is winning the standup battle so far.
A big right from Harwath misses.
A little jabbing left from Dokov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dokov takes one on the button.
Harwath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dokov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#That has opened up Doko Dokov's cut even more.
Harwath throws a lazy right hand but Dokov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Dokov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Dokov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Scot Harwath dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Harwath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Harwath misses with an uppercut.
Harwath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dokov.
Dokov blocks a jab.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Harwath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Harwath misses with a hook
and Dokov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Harwath keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice uppercut lands for Harwath. That snapped Dokov's head back. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harwath throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Harwath blocks a body shot from Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harwath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harwath lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Harwath lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Harwath throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Harwath forces Dokov back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Harwath misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Harwath fails to land.
Harwath misses with some punches.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Dokov gets control of Harwath's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Harwath working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Harwath is controlling him.
Harwath won't allow Dokov to sweep him here.
Doko Dokov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Harwath throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dokov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Harwath.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harwath stops Dokov from standing up.
Dokov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Harwath scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Harwath with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Harwath's guard. #REVB#
Harwath looking for a sweep. Not yet Harwath, not yet.
Scot Harwath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Dokov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dokov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Harwath pulls Dokov in to control the position.
Harwath wants to sweep here but Dokov controlling him for the moment. #SU2#
Dokov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Harwath, up you get!
Dokov swinging wildly here.
Dokov defending well as Harwath loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Harwath rushes Dokov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The referee calls for Dokov to work.
Dokov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Harwath lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Harwath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harwath misses with some punches. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Harwath.
Dokov is trying to break free.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harwath misses with the head strike.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Harwath blocks an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Scot Harwath.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Harwath, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scot Harwath!

After winning the bout, Scot Harwath thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: OFK 98 - Dokov Vs Kriel     
Date:   Jun 16, 2021
#R1#
Dokov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kriel has time to react.
Kriel looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dokov moves out of range of the strikes.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kriel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov moves out of range of the body kick.
Kriel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #CL#
Kriel tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kriel throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kriel lands a nice hook to Dokov's body. Dokov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kriel just misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Kriel misses with a body punch. #T1#
Kriel landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kriel misses with a punch to the body.
Kriel throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kriel struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands. #BC2#
Kriel manages to break the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but Kriel moves out of range. #CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Kriel has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
A short right from Kriel.
A frustrated look appears on Kriel's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Kriel.
Kriel tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Kriel back against the cage.
Kriel misses with some punches. #T2##BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kriel jabs at Dokov's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kriel looks to throw the jab but Dokov is out of range.
The fighters circling - Kriel throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kriel, pushing him back against the cage.
Kriel looks to throw an elbow but misses. #TD#
Dokov decides to pull guard.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #SUB#
Dokov looking for subs off his back but Kriel has passed one foot through into half guard.
Dokov strikes from the bottom but Kriel uses the opportunity to move to side control. #T3#
Dokov is looking for a sweep.
Dokov bucks up and tries to throw Kriel off but instead Kriel has got his back!
Dokov is trying to stand back up.
Dokov tries to roll but Kriel sticks to his back.
Dokov trying to get back to his feet but Kriel is in full control for now. #T4#
Kriel struggling to keep hold of the position.
Dokov is in bad spot here.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Kriel trying to control momentarily.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Dokov wants to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willem Kriel dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Kriel slips a jab and a cross from Dokov.
A combination from Dokov does no damage. #CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kriel lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kriel tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dokov checks a low kick from Kriel.
Kriel misses with a low kick as Dokov jumps back.
Willem Kriel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dokov blocks a leg kick.
Kriel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kriel counters with a head kick.
Kriel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dokovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Kriel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov tries to clinch up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kriel. Dokov does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Kriel fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dokov.
Kriel will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kriel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dokov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dokov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kriel.
Dokov blocks the body kick.
Kriel stuffs the takedown.
Dokov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kriel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kriel keeps the fight on the outside.
Kriel keeps Dokov at a distance using the push kick.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Kriel is avoiding it.
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kriel.
Kriel stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kriel defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dokov.
Kriel throws an overhand right that lands on Dokov's shoulder, as Dokov tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Dokov dives in and grabs Kriel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kriel pushes down on Dokov's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kriel lands a jab to the head.
Kriel looks to land a right hand but Dokov moved out of range.
Kriel fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dokov is out of range.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Kriel pushes him off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov moves out of range of the body kick.
Dokov tries to clinch but Kriel moves out of range.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Kriel pushes him off.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Kriel is avoiding it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kriel swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Kriel in a clinch.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Kriel.
Kriel struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Kriel tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Kriel back against the cage.
Kriel can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Doko Dokov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3#
Kriel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kriel works on Dokov's body with a couple of short punches.
Kriel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov wants a takedown but no success here.
Kriel throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kriel tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Dokov leaning against his opponent.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kriel lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Kriel lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kriel.
Kriel fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T4#
Kriel defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dokov.
Dokov feints a jab promting Kriel to slip. Dokov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kriel slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kriel lands a leg kick that knocks Dokov off balance momentarily.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kriel scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kriel misses with a left hand
and Dokov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kriel works the jab nicely.
Kriel throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kriel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kriel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dokov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kriel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kriel throws a leg kick but Dokov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willem Kriel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kriel connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dokov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kriel.
Dokov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Dokov tries to clinch
and Kriel counters with a thumping low kick.
Kriel throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kriel keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kriel lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kriel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Kriel pushes him off.
Kriel steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kriel throws a head kick but Dokov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to clinch but Kriel moves away
and Kriel counters with a stiff right hand.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov looks to land a combination but Kriel avoids it well.
Kriel lands a glancing blow to the side of Dokov's head.
Kriel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dokov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Dokov ducks under a wild hook from Kriel.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kriel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kriel scores with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Kriel.
Kriel shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Kriel is avoiding it.
Dokov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kriel throws a head kick that Dokov semi-blocks.
Kriel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kriel.
Kriel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dokov swinging wildly here.
Dokov moves away from the strike by Kriel.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dokov throws a series of punches but Kriel moves out of range.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Dokov blocks a head kick by Kriel.
Kriel looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kriel attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kriel throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dokov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kriel misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely.
Good work by Dokov as he checks the leg kick.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kriel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kriel tries to score with a low kick but Dokov moves his leg out of the way.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Kriel keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Kriel tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kriel throws an elbow that misses.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Kriel's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kriel blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Kriel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kriel misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely.
Kriel catches Dokov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dokov avoids the body shot from Kriel.
Kriel misses with a low kick.
As Kriel backs away, Dokov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kriel looks to score with a jab to the body but Dokov is just out of range.
Dokov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kriel.
Dokov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A right-left combo lands from Dokov.
Kriel throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A bone on bone clash there as Dokov blocks the leg kick.
Dokov slips under a jab from Kriel.#CL#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Kriel.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kriel misses with an elbow over the top.
Dokov blocks an elbow strike from Kriel.
Kriel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kriel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kriel misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Dokov jumps into guard, dragging Kriel to the mat.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Dokov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dokov looking for subs off his back but Kriel has passed one foot through into half guard.
Dokov punching from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Willem Kriel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kriel has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Willem Kriel!

Willem Kriel tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: OFK 92 - Moreno Vs Dokov     
Date:   May 26, 2021
#R1##CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Moreno breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov avoids the head kick by Moreno.
Troy Moreno seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Moreno tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Moreno closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Moreno moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov tries to clinch but Moreno is having none of it.
Moreno looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Moreno fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Moreno pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice inside leg kick there by Moreno. That's going to slow Dokov down.
Dokov feints a jab promting Moreno to slip. Dokov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Moreno slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Troy Moreno has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Moreno up against the cage in a clinch.
Moreno pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Moreno just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow. #BC#
Moreno breaks the clinch.
Moreno misses with a left hand
and Dokov counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Moreno counters with a straight right hand.
Moreno connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Troy Moreno is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Moreno rushes Dokov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Moreno lands an elbow just above Dokov 's eye.
Dokov avoiding damage as Moreno throws knees to the body.
Dokov is trying to push Moreno away but Moreno has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Moreno creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD2#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Moreno postures up. #ES2#
Dokov pushes Moreno off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Dokov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Moreno is looking for a sweep.
Dokov gets to mount! Moreno was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2#
Dokov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Dokov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Moreno?
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dokov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #CUT2#Troy Moreno's cut is getting worse.
Dokov scoring with strikes but Moreno is staying in there. #CUT2#Troy Moreno's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Dokov connects with a bit shot that sees Moreno covering up! More strikes from Dokov and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Dokov is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
After winning the bout, Doko Dokov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: OFK 87 - Harper Vs Gay G     
Date:   May 08, 2021
#R1#
Dokov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cusumano tries to avoid it but Dokov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cusumano to the ground. Cusumano escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dokov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cusumano goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Cusumano pushes him off.
Cusumano lands a head shot.#CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov swinging wildly here. #CL2#
Cusumano gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch. #TD#
Cusumano has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dokov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!

Dokov manages to escape to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Cusumano forces Dokov back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Cusumano works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Cusumano has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Dokov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cusumano connects with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Cusumano takes a decent strike to the side of the head. #SU#
Cusumano stands and steps away. Dokov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Cusumano escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steve Cusumano is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Cusumano working hard to break the clinch.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Cusumano trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cusumano looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC#
Cusumano manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Dokov darts in and clinches Cusumano up against the cage.#TD#
Cusumano has clasped his hands together around Dokov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov tries to bench press Cusumano off him but Cusumano keeps the position. #T2#
Dokov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dokov is pushing Cusumano's head away, looking to escape. Cusumano manages to hold on to the position though.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Dokov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #CL#
Dokov gets tackled into the cage by Cusumano. Cusumano maintains the clinch.
Cusumano prevents a body shot from Dokov.
Cusumano looking to stall. #TD#
Cusumano has picked Dokov up - he's going for a ride! Cusumano dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T3#
Dokov tries to get to full guard but Cusumano has control of the leg.
Cusumano wants to take a breather but Dokov is having none of it. #SU#
Cusumano decides to stand up.
The fighters circling - Cusumano throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dokov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cusumano misses with a two punch combination.
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Danga de danga de dang - Dokov scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#It looks like Steve Cusumano has been cut.
Cusumano with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dokov moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Cusumano and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Cusumano has clasped his hands together around Dokov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.

Dokov throws Cusumano to one side and escapes!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cusumano paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Dokov gets a clinch. #TD#
Cusumano tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard. #T4##SU#
Cusumano decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dokov, up you get!
Cusumano scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cusumano, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Cusumano breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Cusumano keeps it at a distance.
Dokov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Cusumano back into the cage.#TD#
Cusumano lands a takedown into guard.
Connects with an elbow from the bottom, proving to the judges that he's still active off his back.
Dokov striking off his back, scoring a few points.
Dokov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Dokov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cusumano is aware though and is defending well.
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dokov punching from the bottom - just letting Cusumano know he's still in a fight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dokov misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Cusumano gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Connects with an elbow from the bottom, proving to the judges that he's still active off his back.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Cusumano postures up. #SUB2#
Dokov working for a triangle but Cusumano defends it easily.
Dokov trying to strike off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov keeping full guard, as Cusumano tries to pass.
Dokov striking off his back, scoring a few points. #T1##SU#
Cusumano stands up from Dokov's guard - Cusumano perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL#
Cusumano clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Dokov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dokov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Cusumano decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dokov, up you get!
Dokov tries for a takedown but Cusumano sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Cusumano is avoiding it.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Cusumano swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cusumano fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cusumano throws the kick towards the body but Dokov avoids it.
Cusumano wants to clinch up but Dokov keeps it at a distance.
A left and a right from Cusumano both land. Nice combination. #CL2#
Dokov has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Dokov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cusumano tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Cusumano blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cusumano wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #TD#
Cusumano turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES2#
Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Cusumano away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Dokov misses with a looping right.
Cusumano comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dokov shoots in but Cusumano avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Cusumano will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike. #T3##BC#
Cusumano escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Cusumano circles away. #CL2#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Cusumano in a clinch. #TD2#
Dokov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dokov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #ES2#
Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
Cusumano swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Cusumano throws a good cross that connects. #CL2#
Dokov rushes Cusumano and presses him up against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Dokov. #TD#
Cusumano gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.

Dokov kicks Cusumano off and gets to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Cusumano rushes Dokov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Cusumano circles away from the clinch attempt. #T4#
Cusumano looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dokov scores with a nice strike.
Steve Cusumano is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Cusumano clinches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dokov fails to pull guard.
Steve Cusumano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.#TD#
Cusumano gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Cusumano lands a couple of digs.#ES2#
Dokov has his feet on Cusumano's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL2#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dokov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters up against the cage, Dokov throws an elbow but misses.
Cusumano has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Cusumano will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Dokov up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Cusumano's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Cusumano swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Cusumano jabs Dokov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cusumano throws a wild body kick that Dokov sees coming a mile off.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Cusumano pushes him off.
Cusumano fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Cusumano throws a right and a left that both miss.
Despite the aggression on Dokov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Cusumano lands a high kick!
Cusumano throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cusumano throws a series of punches but Dokov avoids them all with ease.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Cusumano gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard.

Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
Steve Cusumano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cusumano defends well and Dokov ends up having to push Cusumano into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
No luck for Dokov with that takedown attempt. #T1##CL#
Cusumano clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Cusumano tightens his grip and picks Dokov up, before dumping him to the ground. Dokov manages to land in guard. #ES2#
Dokov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Cusumano presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Dokov lands a body punch.
Cusumano swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Dokov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Cusumano is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dokov to the mat. Dokov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Dokov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Cusumano has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cusumano throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Cusumano lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Dokov is looking to escape.#ES2#
Dokov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Cusumano is on him like a limpet, forcing Dokov back against the cage.#T2#
Dokov presses Cusumano against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#TD#
Cusumano turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dokov throws Cusumano to one side and escapes!
Cusumano throws a right hand that Dokov ducks under and follows up with a left that Dokov also avoids with ease.
Cusumano throws a series of punches but Dokov moves out of range.
Cusumano swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dokov dives in for a single leg takedown but Cusumano sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Steve Cusumano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.#CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Cusumano struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Cusumano's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Cusumano on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cusumano tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position. #TD#
Cusumano turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cusumano manages to end up in side control.

Dokov throws Cusumano to one side and escapes!
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cusumano paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cusumano paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL2#
Dokov pushes Cusumano up against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov works on Cusumano's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov. #TD#
Cusumano turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Cusumano away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov ducks under a wild hook from Cusumano.
Dokov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cusumano dodges the punch combination from Dokov.
Dokov closes the distance and clinches up with Cusumano, looking for a takedown. Dokov pushes Cusumano against the cage but Cusumano circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cusumano swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.#T4##CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cusumano misses with a body punch.
Dokov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Cusumano's efforts to push away.
Dokov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Cusumano manages to break the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Cusumano circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Doko Dokov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#TD#
Cusumano turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Dokov sneaks out the side door and pushes Cusumano away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Steve Cusumano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Cusumano has hold of one of Dokov's legs. Dokov is fighting the takedown attempt but Cusumano gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.

Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dokov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

Doko Dokov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: OFK 80 - Reilly vs Zaire     
Date:   Apr 14, 2021
#R1#
Dokov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Raggazza seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Raggazza sprawls well. Raggazza wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Dokov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Raggazza's guard.
Raggazza definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dokov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Dokov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Raggazza's guard.#SUB#
Raggazza is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dokov is aware though and is defending well.
Raggazza is trying to control the position from the bottom.
My spies in 3Band MMA inform me that Dokov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
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.
Dokov scoring with some ground and pound. #SU2#
Dokov stands up and waves to Raggazza to follow him.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Raggazza circles away.
Raggazza feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dokov throws a right and a left that Raggazza avoids nicely. #T1#
Dokov wants to clinch
letting Raggazza counter with a right hand.
Dokov misses with a double jab
and Raggazza counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Raggazza circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Raggazza manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Raggazza moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Raggazza tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dokov is able to avoid easily.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Raggazza circles away. #T2#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Raggazza swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Raggazza lands a body shot.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Raggazza cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Raggazza misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD2#
Dokov gets control of Raggazza's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Raggazza.
Raggazza trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Raggazza works over Dokov with some ground and pound from guard.
Dokov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Raggazza any problems.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Raggazza is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Raggazza's guard. #REVB##T3#
Raggazza working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dokov.
Raggazza bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dokov's guard. #REVR#
Raggazza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Raggazza cracks Dokov with a solid left hand.
Raggazza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Raggazza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dokov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dokov is trying to control the position but Raggazza postures up. #SUB#
Raggazza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Raggazza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dokov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Raggazza is one step ahead there.
Dokov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #T4#
Raggazza working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Raggazza is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Raggazza avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Raggazza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Raggazza throws a big elbow that misses.
Raggazza lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
Dokov pushes Raggazza off and scrambles back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Raggazza paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Raggazza appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dokov misses with a wild combination.
Dokov looks to clinch
and Raggazza counters with a nice uppercut.
Raggazza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dokov moves away.
Dokov throws a counter combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Raggazza dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Raggazza tries to score with a low kick but Dokov moves his leg out of the way.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Raggazza fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dokov.#CL2#
Dokov forces Raggazza back against the cage and clinches.
Raggazza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Raggazza tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Raggazza back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Raggazza.
A head punch on the inside from Raggazza fails to land.
Raggazza can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raggazza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Raggazza.
Raggazza misses with a punch on the inside.
Raggazza throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Raggazza tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Raggazza back against the cage. #T1#
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Raggazza lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Raggazza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Raggazza lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Raggazza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Raggazza throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Raggazza throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Raggazza has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Raggazza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Raggazza tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raggazza misses with a body punch. #TD#
Raggazza gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.

Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov trying to stall but Raggazza improves his position.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov looks to clinch
and Raggazza counters with a nice body shot.
Raggazza keeps the fight on the outside.
Raggazza throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dokov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Raggazza keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Raggazza circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Raggazza counters with a left to the body. #T3#
Raggazza's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dokov under the eye.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt
and Raggazza counters with a nice uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A punch combination from Dokov misses.
Raggazza rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dokov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Raggazza circles away.
Raggazza misses with a low kick as Dokov jumps back.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Raggazza and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Raggazza gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Raggazza seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Raggazza thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Dokov taking some punishment here, with Raggazza in his half guard. #SUB#
Raggazza is looking for a kimura but Dokov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Raggazza to get the leverage.
Raggazza lands with a punch from half guard.
Raggazza lands with a punch from half guard.
Raggazza not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Raggazza lands a nice short elbow.
Dokov wants to get back to full guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov trying to control from the bottom.
Dokov punching from the bottom.
Raggazza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dokov defending well though.
Raggazza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Raggazza prevents Dokov from improving his position.
Dokov is trying to stand back up but Raggazza is controlling him
Dokov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Raggazza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dokov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dokov is trying to stand back up but Raggazza is controlling him
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Raggazza dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Raggazza tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Raggazza has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Raggazza misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Raggazza.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Raggazza.
Doko Dokov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Raggazza tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raggazza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Raggazza lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Raggazza throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Raggazza misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Raggazza throws a head punch that misses.
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Raggazza lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Raggazza has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Raggazza lands a body shot in the clinch.
Raggazza scores with a shoulder strike.
Raggazza working aggressively here.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Raggazza pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Raggazza tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Raggazza back against the cage.
Raggazza swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Raggazza misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Raggazza doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Raggazza misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Raggazza up against the cage.
Raggazza misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Raggazza.
Raggazza lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Raggazza misses with the head strike.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Dokov.
Raggazza tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raggazza misses with a body punch.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Raggazza struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Raggazza creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Raggazza gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Raggazza looking to pass the guard. #ES2#
Dokov kicks Raggazza off and gets to his feet.
Dokov throws a nice looking combination but Raggazza bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Danny Raggazza is winning the standup battle so far.
Raggazza misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.#CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Nice body punch from Raggazza.
Dokov stalling in the clinch but Raggazza improves position.
Raggazza tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Raggazza prevents Dokov from breaking the clinch.
Raggazza fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Raggazza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow. #T4#
Raggazza tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Raggazza back against the cage.
Raggazza misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Raggazza softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Dokov has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Raggazza clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Raggazza tries to escape but Dokov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dokov gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Dokov gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Dokov scores with strikes from the back.
I really don't envy Raggazza right now. #SUB2#
Dokov working for the choke.
Dokov doesn't have the hooks in and Raggazza manages to turn into his guard.
Raggazza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Danny Raggazza.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Raggazza, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Danny Raggazza!

Danny Raggazza bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: OFK 72- Mad Onion Vs Dela Cruz     
Date:   Mar 17, 2021
#R1#
Andonian circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Andonian pulls out of a head kick attempt.
As Andonian looks to move away, Dokov throws a big counter combo but Andonian just gets out of the way.#TD#
Dokov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

Andonian makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Dokov wants to clinch.
Andonian looks to land a combination. Dokov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov 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!
Dokov shoots and misses
and Andonian counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Andonian avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Andonian, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Dokov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Andonian pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Andonian throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
I was talking to Dokov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Come on Dokov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A nice left hand lands by Andonian.
Andonian misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Andonian is working Dokov over against the cage.
Andonian tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Andonian lands with a light punch inside.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andonian lands with a right to the head. #T2##TD#
Dokov decides to pull guard. #SU2#
Andonian stands up and waves to Dokov to follow him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Andonian.
Andonian using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A head punch on the inside from Andonian fails to land.
Dokov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Andonian misses with a knee strike.
Andonian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andonian looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A head punch on the inside from Andonian fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Andonian fails to land.
Andonian lands an uppercut.
Andonian is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Andonian misses with some punches. #T3#
Dokov working hard to break the clinch.
Andonian tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Andonian back against the cage.
Andonian tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andonian tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Andonian controls his hands.
Andonian lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Andonian.
Andonian blocks an uppercut.
Andonian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andonian can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Andonian crunches a lovely knee into Dokov's ribcage.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov tries to clinch up
and Andonian counters with a nice uppercut. #T4##CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Andonian lands with a light punch inside.
Dokov wants a takedown.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Andonian is fighting off a takedown attempt but Dokov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Andonian to the mat. Andonian regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SU#
Dokov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Andonian is looking to land body kicks.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Andonian swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Andonian misses with a series of wild punches.
Dokov appears to be looking for a big counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Garik Andonian dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Andonian. Dokov does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Dokov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Andonian has one foot on Dokov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Dokov shoots for a takedown but Andonian saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Andonian lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dokov circles away quickly and effectively.
Andonian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andonian throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Andonian scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Andonian is avoiding it.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Andonian pushes him off.
Andonian throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov tries to clinch but Andonian moves out of range.
Andonian moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL#
Dokov has Andonian up against the cage in a clinch. #T1#
Dokov blocks a body shot from Andonian.
Dokov misses with the head strike.
A short right from Andonian.
Andonian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Andonian lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Andonian tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andonian has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Andonian with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Andonian lands a body punch.
Dokov avoids a wild elbow strike from Andonian.
Dokov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Andonian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andonian digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andonian looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Andonian.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Andonian lands a body punch in the clinch.
Andonian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Garik Andonian seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nice body punch from Andonian.
Andonian tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Andonian back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Andonian.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Andonian.
Andonian pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andonian lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Andonian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Andonian as the two fighters clinch.
Andonian landing knees to the body.
Andonian tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Andonian throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head. #T3#
Andonian works on Dokov's body with a couple of short punches.
Nice body punch from Andonian.
Andonian lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Andonian.
Andonian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Andonian makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dokov tries a body shot but Andonian blocks it.
A knee to the head by Andonian.
Andonian lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andonian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andonian throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Andonian lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Andonian tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Andonian tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andonian.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andonian is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Andonian can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Andonian has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Andonian to keep the fight standing.
Still in the clinch, Andonian scores with a nice short uppercut.
Andonian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Andonian can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andonian.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Garik Andonian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Dokov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andonian lands with a light punch inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Dokov.
Andonian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andonian lands a left hand.
Andonian creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Dokov's defenses.
Andonian unloads a knee to the mid-section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andonian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Andonian throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andonian.
Andonian can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action. #T1#
Andonian presses Dokov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Andonian.
Andonian throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Andonian tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andonian prevents a body shot from Dokov.
Andonian pushes Dokov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Andonian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andonian throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dokovs head.
Andonian lands an uppercut.
Andonian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Andonian has him pressed against the cage.
Andonian prevents Dokov from breaking the clinch.
Andonian throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Andonian lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Andonian.
Andonian tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andonian tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Andonian - that landed with a thud.
Andonian tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Garik Andonian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andonian gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andonian missing with knees to the body.
Andonian pushes Dokov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Andonian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andonian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andonian lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Dokov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andonian digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andonian digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andonian avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andonian scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Andonian scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Andonian connects with a high kick. #T4#
Andonian throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Andonian back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov fails to pull guard.
Andonian tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andonian lands a left hand.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Andonian has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Andonian tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andonian blocks an uppercut.
Dokov works on Andonian's body with a couple of short punches.
Dokov stalling against the cage.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Garik Andonian comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Andonian has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Garik Andonian!

 

Event: PANDA 85     
Date:   Feb 12, 2021
#R1#
Sandoval connects with a jab.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Sandoval pushes him off.
Dokov moves forwards but Sandoval connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sandoval lands a right hook to the body.
Dokov avoids the body shot from Sandoval.
Dokov lands a jab to the head.
Nice body punch from Sandoval.
Dokov tries to clinch but Sandoval is having none of it.
Sandoval tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Good shot there by Sandoval.
Sandoval tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sandoval.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sandoval is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Sandoval struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Sandoval misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Sandoval turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Sandoval manages to end up in side control.#T1#
Dokov is trying to improve his position.
Sandoval landing strikes.
You can see the frustration on Dokov's face as Sandoval controls the position.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Sandoval is dominant here and he's now got Dokov's back!
Sandoval connects with a big shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Sandoval connects with a big shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Sandoval connects with a big shot to the side of Dokov's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sandoval keeps control of the position as Dokov tries to break free.
Dokov trying to control but not successfully.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet but Sandoval has full control of the position and if anything, Dokov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Sandoval lands shots from the back.
Dokov staying busy and making it hard for Sandoval to control.
Dokov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Sandoval's guard. Nice work there by Dokov.
Dokov wanted to stand there but Sandoval had control of the position.
Sandoval looking for a sweep. Not yet Sandoval, not yet.
Dokov throws a big right hand that misses.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but instead Sandoval has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Dokov trying to keep a closed guard but Sandoval is proving a slippery customer.
Sandoval throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Sandoval from controlling successfully.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Sandoval is having none of it.
Sandoval throws an elbow that misses. Dokov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sandoval's guard. Nice move by Dokov!#REVR#
Dokov wants to stand but Sandoval is controlling his posture from full guard.
Dokov scoring with some ground and pound.
Dokov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dokov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Dokov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Dokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sandoval wants to sweep here but Dokov controlling him for the moment.
Sandoval preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dokov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dokov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU#
Dokov gets to his feet - Sandoval follows without any prompting.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Dokov darts in and clinches Sandoval up against the cage.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Miguel Sandoval dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sandoval circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sandoval is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Sandoval.
Sandoval softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sandoval fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sandoval.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sandoval.
Sandoval throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Sandoval gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard.

Dokov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Sandoval has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
I was talking to Dokov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Sandoval.
Sandoval misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov is stalling here. #T1#
Sandoval lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov throws a punch but it's blocked by Sandoval.
Sandoval lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sandoval throws a head punch that misses.
Sandoval lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Sandoval.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Sandoval tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sandoval blocking some punches.
Sandoval gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sandoval lands a nice shot to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sandoval.
A head punch on the inside from Sandoval fails to land. #T2#
Sandoval lands a right hand.
Sandoval throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov can't get the takedown. #TD2#
Sandoval is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dokov can't fight it off and eventually Sandoval manages to take the fight to the floor. Dokov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Miguel Sandoval has got the better of the ground game so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sandoval keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Sandoval trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sandoval is controlling him.
Dokov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sandoval's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dokov lands a couple of decent looking body shots there.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Sandoval is having none of it.
Sandoval postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Sandoval postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dokov trying to control the position.
Sandoval wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Sandoval any problems.
Sandoval with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dokov tries to clinch but Sandoval is having none of it.
Sandoval digs a good body shot into Dokov's ribs.
Dokov throws a hook to the side of Sandoval's head but Sandoval sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sandoval lands a nice shot to the body.
Sandoval wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sandoval drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dokov defends it well.#T4##TD2#
Sandoval shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dokov napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Dokov throws Sandoval to one side and escapes!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandoval jabs Dokov to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD2#
Sandoval scores with a takedown into Dokov's guard.

Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Sandoval lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Sandoval tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Sandoval tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sandoval tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sandoval misses with a punch to the body.
Sandoval misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Miguel Sandoval showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Sandoval throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sandoval misses with an uppercut.
Sandoval misses with a hook
and Dokov counters with a series of strikes. Sandoval will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sandoval has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dokov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sandoval throws a looping overhand right but Dokov ducks down to avoid it.
Dokov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sandoval.#CL2#
Sandoval rushes Dokov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sandoval scores with a hook to the body.
Sandoval fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandoval works on Dokov's body with a couple of short punches.
Sandoval lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dokov.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Sandoval.
Dokov wants to get back to striking at distance but Sandoval won't allow it. #T1##TD2#
Sandoval has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dokov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Dokov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sandoval.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Sandoval.
Sandoval lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Dokov covers up after that shot from Sandoval.
Dokov 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.
Sandoval lands strikes to the head.
Dokov is really stuck here.
Sandoval is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Sandoval gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Sandoval gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Sandoval apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Dokov has a takedown stuffed.
Sandoval changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sandoval scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sandoval scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sandoval tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow. #TD2#
Sandoval wants the takedown. Dokov is fighting it off but Sandoval persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dokov's guard against the cage.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Dokov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandoval is one step ahead there.
Dokov wants to stand up but Sandoval is controlling him.
Dokov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sandoval accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sandoval is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sandoval looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sandoval must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet. #T3#
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Sandoval any problems.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Sandoval any problems. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dokov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Sandoval is avoiding it.
Dokov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Sandoval closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sandoval working aggressively here.
Sandoval lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sandoval digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Sandoval.
Sandoval scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
A shot in the inside from Sandoval.
Sandoval misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Sandoval.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Sandoval tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sandoval goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Sandoval.
Dokov throws an elbow that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandoval doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Sandoval.
Sandoval misses with a body punch.
Miguel Sandoval seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sandoval can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Sandoval.
A head punch on the inside from Sandoval fails to land.
Dokov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Sandoval turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Sandoval manages to end up in side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Miguel Sandoval comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sandoval has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miguel Sandoval!

Miguel Sandoval thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: PANDA 69     
Date:   Jan 08, 2021
#R1#
Porzingis throws a series of punches but Dokov avoids them all with ease.
Porzingis defending well as Dokov loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Porzingis has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Porzingis tries to score a body lock takedown but Dokov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Porzingis changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dokov fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD2#
Porzingis closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dokov to the mat! Dokov manages to get full guard.
Dokov keeping full guard, as Porzingis tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Porzingis is standing up over Dokov. Dokov looks to escape but Porzingis dives into side control.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Porzingis drags him back down.#SUB2#
Porzingis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Porzingis wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Porzingis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dokov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dokov can't do much from the bottom here. #SU2#
Porzingis decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#CL#
Dokov gets a clinch.
Porzingis is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Dokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Porzingis lands a right hand.
Dokov cracks Porzingis with a nice body shot.#TD#
Dokov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SU#
Dokov stands up from Porzingis's guard - Dokov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Porzingis fails to land with a series of punches.
Porzingis tries for a takedown but Dokov circles away easily
and Dokov counters with a three punch combo that has Porzingis backing up. Porzingis nods at Dokov to acknowledge the strikes.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kris Porzingis.#CL2#
Porzingis clinches with his opponent.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Porzingis.
Porzingis wants to take the fight to the mat but Dokov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Porzingis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
A hook to the body from Dokov.
Porzingis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Porzingis tries to score a body lock takedown but Dokov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Porzingis changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dokov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Dokov dodges the punch combination from Porzingis. #CL2#
Porzingis rushes Dokov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov is working Porzingis over against the cage.#TD#
Dokov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov wants to stand up but Porzingis has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Dokov throwing shots but Porzingis is blocking nicely. #SU#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dokov stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Porzingis to get to his feet. #T4#
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Dokov fails to land with a series of punches.
Porzingis shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Dokov darts in and clinches Porzingis up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Porzingis drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dokov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dokov scores with a hook to the body.
Still in the clinch, Porzingis scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dokov is pushing Porzingis up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Dokov digs a right hand into Porzingis's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Porzingis's gas tank.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
That's time! Dokov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dokov stops a takedown attempt from Porzingis.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A short body shot lands from Porzingis as the two fighters clinch.
Porzingis goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dokov prevents it.
Porzingis drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dokov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kris Porzingis.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Porzingis is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dokov is defending well.
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
Dokov is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Porzingis lands an uppercut.
Porzingis drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dokov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Porzingis fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Porzingis is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dokov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Doko Dokov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Porzingis shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dokov but Dokov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Porzingis wants to take the fight to the mat but Dokov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T2#
Porzingis changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dokov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Porzingis misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Porzingis clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Porzingis drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Porzingis backwards. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Porzingis closes the distance and pushes Dokov back into the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov digs a right hand underneath Porzingis's ribcage. Porzingis let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Porzingis goes for a takedown attempt but Dokov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #KD#
Dokov lands a big uppercut and Porzingis crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Porzingis looks OK. Dokov waves Porzingis back to his feet!#CUT#It looks like Kris Porzingis has been cut.#T3##CL2#
Porzingis drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage.
Porzingis is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dokov prevents the takedown attempt.
Dokov is pressed up against the cage. Porzingis has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dokov down to the mat. Dokov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Dokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Porzingis can do to turn this around?
Porzingis is breathing heavily.
Dokov stuffs the takedown attempt from Porzingis. Porzingis gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Porzingis gets caught napping as Dokov dives in and scores a takedown. Porzingis manages to retain guard.
Dokov is looking to work some ground and pound but Porzingis has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dokov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Porzingis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Our spies down at at whitey's gym inform us that Porzingis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dokov wants to stand but Porzingis has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Dokov stands up and waves to Porzingis to follow him. #T4##CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Porzingis letting Dokov take a breather here.
Dokov prevents the takedown attempt.
Dokov gets underhooks to prevent Porzingis's takedown attempt. #BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov connects with a stiff jab that staggers Porzingis - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Doko Dokov!
Doko Dokov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: PANDA 55     
Date:   Dec 06, 2020
#R1#
Dokov with a poor takedown
and Snitch counters with a nice uppercut.
Dokov blocks a jab.
A little jabbing left from Dokov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Snitch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dokov circles away quickly and effectively.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Snitch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Snitch fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Snitch fails with a takedown attempt.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Snitch circles away and keeps his distance.
Snitch seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Danga de danga de dang - Snitch scores with a four punch combination!
Snitch swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snitch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dokov has his takedown stuffed
and Snitch counters with a stiff right hand.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Snitch pushes him off.
Dokov closes the distance but Snitch moves to the side
and Snitch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Snitch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Snitch wants it to stay on the feet.
Jon Snitch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Snitch scores with a punch to the head.#TD#
Snitch throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dokov was covering up waiting for the punch and Snitch finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Snitch preventing the sweep.
Dokov is trying to control the position but Snitch postures up.
Dokov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Snitch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Snitch is controlling the pace.
Snitch stops Dokov from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Snitch working the head and body with strikes.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Dokov is looking to escape.
Snitch blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Snitch blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Dokov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Snitch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dokov striking from the bottom.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dokov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Snitch puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Snitch is trying to control the action in half guard but Dokov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Snitch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD#
Snitch shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dokov is trying to defend but Snitch finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Dokov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Snitch throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Snitch circles away.
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Snitch circles away.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov stops a takedown attempt from Snitch. #BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Snitch counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Snitch enables Dokov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Snitch manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet - Snitch follows without any prompting.
Snitch shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dokov as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Snitch shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dokov napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Dokov throws Snitch to one side and escapes!
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Snitch closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dokov's guard.

Dokov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dokov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Snitch avoids it really well and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jon Snitch will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Snitch wants to land a leg kick but Dokov is out of range. #TD#
Snitch gets the takedown into side control.
Snitch just content to control the position.
Dokov gets back to half guard.
Dokov punching from the bottom.
Snitch blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Snitch is trying to control the action in half guard but Dokov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dokov punching from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov landing rabbit punches to the side of Snitch's head. Not doing much damage but still scoring a few points. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Snitch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dokov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Dokov is looking to get back to is feet but Snitch passes into side control.
Dokov misses with a strike from the bottom.
Snitch wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy.
Dokov is looking to reverse the position.
Snitch gets to mount! Dokov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Snitch controlling from mount.
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Snitch tries to control but Dokov wriggling away.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Snitch sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dokov is looking to improve his position but Snitch isn't that keen on the idea.
Snitch is landing with some decent strikes but Dokov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Snitch controlling from the full mount.
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Dokov is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Snitch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Snitch controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Snitch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dokov for as long as he can get away with.
Dokov wants to control but Snitch is having none of it.
Snitch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dokov is trying to escape the mount.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Dokov tries to reverse the position but Snitch maintains control.
Dokov tries to hold on but Snitch pushes him away. #T4#
Dokov is looking to get to half guard.
Snitch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dokov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Snitch looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dokov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Dokov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dokov is looking to stand up but Snitch won't let him.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Snitch is on top in guard.

Snitch controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Snitch dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Dokov shoots in but no luck this time.
Snitch cracks Dokov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Snitch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dokov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dokov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Snitch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dokov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Snitch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dokov misses with an uppercut. Snitch saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Snitch swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Snitch throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Snitch lands a two punch combo. #CUT#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Dokov clinches.
Snitch scores a nice knee to the body. #T1#
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Snitch stalling against the cage.
Snitch is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dokov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Snitch dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Snitch can't get the takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Snitch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dokov after a bit of a struggle.
Jon Snitch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Snitch. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Snitch has him pressed against the cage.
Dokov lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Snitch to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Snitch postures up.
Snitch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Snitch is on the wrong end of a couple of strikes there.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Snitch any problems.
Snitch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Dokov is looking to stand up but Snitch isn't so interested in that idea.
Doko Dokov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Dokov working for submissions but it's allowed Snitch to get to half guard. #T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Dokov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Snitch is controlling him.
Dokov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Snitch's guard.

Dokov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Snitch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dokov manages to get himself to full guard.

Snitch showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Snitch stops Dokov from standing up. #T4##ES2#
Dokov wriggles free and stands up.
Dokov tries to clinch but Snitch is having none of it. #TD#
Snitch shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Snitch in particular looking to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jon Snitch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Snitch, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jon Snitch!

Our winner, Jon Snitch, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: PANDA 42     
Date:   Nov 07, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Putin swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Dokov tries to keep at a distance but Putin has taken the fight into the clinch.
Putin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Putin can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action. #BC#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Putin pushes him off.#CL#
Dokov forces Putin back against the cage and clinches.
Putin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Putin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putin is leaning against Dokov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Putin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Putin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow. #T1#
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
Putin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Putin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Putin lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Dokov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Putin blocks it with crossed arms.
Putin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Putin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Putin tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Putin back against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Dokov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Putin is defending well for now.
The referee calls for Dokov to work. #T2#
Putin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Putin is working Dokov over against the cage.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin misses with a body punch.
Putin using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov tries to pull guard but Putin won't allow it.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Putin has him pressed against the cage.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Putin scores a nice knee to the body.
Dokov tries to break the clinch but Putin is controlling the position.
Putin scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Putin, against the cage.
Putin misses with a punch on the inside.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Putin lands an elbow just above Dokov 's eye.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Putin.
Putin tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Dokov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dokov lands a body shot.
Dokov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Dokov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Dokov tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
Putin throws an elbow that misses.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin prevents a body shot from Dokov.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Putin lands a nice knee to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A knee to the head by Putin.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Putin obliges.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Putin as Dokov tries to tie him up.
Dokov avoiding damage as Putin throws knees to the body.
Come on Dokov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vlad Putin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dokov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Putin leaves Dokov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Putin throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Putin keeps it at a distance.
Putin lands with an overhand left.
Putin takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Putin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dokov, pushing him back against the cage.
Putin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Putin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov avoids the elbow strike from Putin, against the cage.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putin throws an elbow that misses.
Dokov lands with a left to the head. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Putin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
Putin gets to his feet. Dokov looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T1#
Putin misses with a head kick.
Putin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Putin wants it to stay on the feet.
Vlad Putin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Putin circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Dokov tries to keep at a distance but Putin has taken the fight into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Dokov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Vlad Putin seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Putin tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Dokov pushes Putin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Putin working aggressively here.
Putin lands a damaging elbow. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Putin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Putin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dokov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Putin feints and then cracks Dokov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dokov down.
Putin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Putin connects with a looping right hand.
Putin scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#Doko Dokov's cut is getting worse.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Putin instigates a clinch.
Putin misses with a knee strike.
Putin tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Putin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dokov avoids it.
Putin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Putin misses with a knee to the head.
Putin throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dokov blocks it with crossed arms.
Dokov digs a right hand underneath Putin's ribcage. Putin let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Putin is breathing heavily.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Dokov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Putin's brow.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dokov avoiding damage as Putin throws knees to the body. #T3#
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely.
Dokov throws an elbow that misses.
Putin struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Putin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Stalling in the clinch from Dokov.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Putin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Putin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A short right from Dokov.
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Putin. #T4#
Dokov missing with knees to the body.
Dokov is trying to break the clinch but Putin has him pressed against the cage.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Putin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Putin lands an elbow inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A right hand to the body from Dokov.
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Putin looking to throw knees to the head but Dokov is blocking nicely. #BC#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Putin throws the left hand but Dokov avoids the punch easily.
Dokov tries to clinch but Putin moves out of range.
Vlad Putin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Putin.
Dokov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vlad Putin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Dokov misses with a wild combination.
Putin steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Putin ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Putin gets a clinch.
Putin tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #TD#
Dokov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dokov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putin throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dokov blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov takes a knee right on the jaw!
Dokov avoiding damage as Putin throws knees to the body.
Putin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Putin. #T1#
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Putin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow.
Dokov trying to control the position but instead, Putin has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dokov into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Putin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Dokov lands a nice uppercut.
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Putin throws an elbow but misses.
Putin with a knee to the head.
Dokov lands a left hand.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dokov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Putin blocks it with crossed arms.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov tries to pull guard but Putin won't allow it.
Putin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Dokov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Putin can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Putin connects with a nasty looking knee right to Dokov's face.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Putin won't allow it.
Putin has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov lands a left hand.
Putin missing with knees to the body.
Dokov is trying to break the clinch but Putin has him pressed against the cage.
A knee to the head by Putin.
A short right from Dokov on the inside.
Putin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dokov is defending well for now.
Putin tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Putin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Dokov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Putin tries to land knees in the clinch but Dokov avoids the damage to the body.
Putin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Putin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Putin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
Vlad Putin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Putin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Putin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Putin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Putin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dokov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Putin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Putin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Putin tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vlad Putin.
I've got Putin winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Putin!

A very excited looking Vlad Putin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: PANDA 29     
Date:   Oct 09, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Targaryen throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Targaryen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Targaryen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Targaryen misses with a body punch.
Targaryen can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dokov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Dokov.
A head punch on the inside from Targaryen fails to land. #TD#
Dokov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov working Targaryen over with strikes.
Dokov 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.
Dokov is nestled in close to Targaryen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov is controlling the pace.
Dokov working the head and body with strikes. #CUT#It looks like Aegon Targaryen has been cut.
Dokov lands strikes from half guard.#T1#
Dokov working over Targaryen with some ground and pound. Targaryen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#CUT#That has opened up Aegon Targaryen's cut even more.#SU#
Dokov stands up out of the half guard. #CL#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Targaryen in a clinch.
Targaryen misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dokov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Targaryen struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Targaryen.
Dokov lands a right hand. #CUT#The cut above Aegon Targaryen's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Targaryen misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Targaryen.
Targaryen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Targaryen.#T2#
Targaryen misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Dokov jumps into guard, dragging Targaryen to the mat.
Dokov lands a good elbow from the bottom.
Targaryen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dokov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Targaryen manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SU#
Dokov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Targaryen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dokov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Targaryen circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Dokov darts in and clinches Targaryen up against the cage.
Targaryen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Targaryen tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Targaryen swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Dokov rushes Targaryen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Targaryen throws a head punch that misses.
Targaryen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Targaryen takes a shot to the head.
Targaryen being controlled against the cage.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Targaryen backwards.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Targaryen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Targaryen struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Targaryen misses with some punches. #T4#
A body shot lands from Dokov.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Targaryen.
Dokov gets through Targaryen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Targaryen to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#ES#
Dokov pushes Targaryen off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL#
Dokov pushes Targaryen up against the cage in a clinch.
Targaryen misses with a body punch.
Targaryen lands a body punch.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Targaryen.
Dokov lands an uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Dokov.
Targaryen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Targaryen tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Targaryen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aegon Targaryen's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dokov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Targaryen tries to counter by closing the distance.#KD#
Dokov lands a left and a right that send Targaryen crashing to the mat, dazed. Dokov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Targaryen is rocked!#CL#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Targaryen is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?
Doko Dokov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Targaryen tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Targaryen tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Targaryen can do to turn this around?
Dokov lands a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Targaryen seems to have recovered his senses.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Targaryen struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dokov slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Dokov jumps guard. #T1##ES#
Dokov uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Dokov shoots in and drives through. Targaryen sprawls well.
Targaryen throws a low kick but Dokov avoids it.#CL2#
Targaryen closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Dokov darts in and clinches Targaryen up against the cage.
Dokov lands with a right to the head. #CUT#Aegon Targaryen's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Targaryen.
Dokov scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2##CL#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Targaryen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Targaryen struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Targaryen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Targaryen.
Targaryen has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Targaryen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Targaryen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Targaryen can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Targaryen misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Dokov pushes Targaryen up against the cage in a clinch.
Targaryen misses with a body punch.
Dokov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
The referee is keeping an eye on Dokov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Dokov blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Targaryen is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Targaryen circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Dokov clinches up with Targaryen and pushes him back against the cage.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.
Targaryen tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Targaryen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov gets through Targaryen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dokov lands with a right to the head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Aegon Targaryen's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Doko Dokov!
Our winner, Doko Dokov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: PANDA 18     
Date:   Sep 08, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Smith pushes him off.
Smith tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Smith circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smith swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smith dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smith misses with an uppercut.
Smith misses with a looping right.#CL#
Smith gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Smith. #TD2#
Smith has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dokov regains guard immediately.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Smith is having none of it.
Smith trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Dokov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Smith defends well.
Smith trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Dokov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Smith with a flurry of punches that miss.
Smith must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Smith lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dokov scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Smith scoring with some ground and pound.
Smith loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smith postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dokov wants to stand up but Smith is controlling him. #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.#ES#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Smith off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Dokov blocks a jab.
Smith misses with a left hand
and Dokov counters with a straight right hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dokov or perhaps it was just good defense by Smith, which made it look bad.
Dokov swinging wildly here.
Russ Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Smith swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smith throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A left lands for Smith.
Smith takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CUT#It looks like Russ Smith has been cut.
Dokov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Smith misses the shot to the body.
Smith swings for the body but Dokov moves out of range. #T3#
Smith lands a nice shot that snaps Dokov's head back.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Smith is avoiding it.
Smith lands a body shot.
Smith throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dokov moves away from the strike by Smith.
It appears Dokov was looking to counter with a kick there.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Dokov throws a right hand that Smith ducks under and follows up with a left that Smith also avoids with ease.
Smith swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Smith scores with a nice head shot.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Smith lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dokov at a distance. #T4#
Dokov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smith.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Smith keeps it at a distance.
Smith throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Smith misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely.
Smith misses with a two punch combination.
Dokov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smith throws out the jab.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Smith counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Dokov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Smith lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Russ Smith dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Russ Smith's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dokov.
Smith throws a hook but Dokov avoids it easily.
Smith dips to his left and cracks Dokov with an uppercut!
Smith loads up on a big right hand but Dokov slips the punch.
Dokov is looking for a counter combo.
A shot to the body from Smith misses
letting Dokov counter with a right hand.
Russ Smith seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab from Smith finds it's way through Dokov's defenses.
Dokov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Smith swivels and escapes.
Smith missing with a left hand there. Dokov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Smith just misses with a punch to the body.
As Smith tries to get set, Dokov tries to push him back and clinch up but Smith manages to avoid the attempt.
Smith misses the jab.
Dokov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov throws a hook but Smith avoids it easily.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Smith is avoiding it.
Smith misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.
Nice jab there from Smith.
Dokov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Smith counters with a nice body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Dokov closes the distance but Smith moves to the side
and Smith counters with a right hand to the body.
Dokov misses with a jab to the body
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smith waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Smith waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dokov.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Smith circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Smith swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smith jabs at Dokov's body.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Smith. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Smith.
Smith looks to land a right hand but Dokov moved out of range.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov scores with a three punch combo!
Smith jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Dokov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses.
Dokov avoids the body shot from Smith.
Dokov is looking for a counter combo.
Smith scores with a body shot.
Dokov throws a nice looking combination but Smith bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Smith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smith catches Dokov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD2#
Smith shoots in and bounces Dokov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Smith wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Dokov wants to stand up but Smith is controlling him.
Dokov striking from the bottom. #T3#
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Russ Smith has got the better of the ground game so far.
Smith trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dokov is looking for a triangle but Smith pushes his legs off easily.
Smith keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov striking from his own guard.
Dokov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #ES#
Dokov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Smith presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Smith misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Smith breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smith avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Smith scores with a punch to the head.
Smith fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dokov manages to avoid it.#T4#
Dokov is looking to clinch but Smith is avoiding it.
Nice defenses there by Dokov.
Dokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Smith tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Smith.
Dokov needs to keep his hands up - Smith had a free shot at his head there.
Dokov wants to clinch
and Smith counters with a stiff right hand.
Left hook, right uppercut from Dokov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Smith looking to score a takedown here. Dokov is defending well but Smith drives through and ends up in Dokov's guard.
Smith wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Dokov wants to stand but Smith is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Russ Smith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Russ Smith's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dokov goes for a double leg but Smith avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Smith continues to drive forward.
A lazy left from Smith finds it's target.
Smith misses with a hook.
Dokov throws a big counter combination but Smith scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Smith circles away.
Smith misses the shot to the body.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but Smith is having none of it.
Smith ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Smith lands a nice shot that snaps Dokov's head back.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt - Smith sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov wants to clinch.#TD2#
Smith looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Dokov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #ES#
Dokov pushes Smith off and gets back to his feet.
Smith scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dokov ducks under a wild hook from Smith.
Dokov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Nice uppercut there from Smith.
Dokov tries to clinch but Smith moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Smith! But no joy.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Smith manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov shoots in but Smith avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith stuffs the takedown attempt from Dokov. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dokov takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Smith with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Dokov tries to sprawl but Smith drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Dokov looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Smith working Dokov over with strikes.
Smith seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Smith lands a nice short elbow.
Smith landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dokov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Smith wants to pass the guard but Dokov is defending well. #T3#
Smith is trying to control. Dokov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dokov looks like he's trying to stand up. #ES#
Dokov has one foot on Smith's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Dokov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Smith counters with a left to the body.
Russ Smith is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD2#
Smith shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dokov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dokov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Dokov throwing shots but Smith is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Dokov is looking for a kimura but Smith is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dokov to get the leverage. #T4##SUB#
Dokov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smith is just riding it out for now. Dokov eventually gives up the hold.
Ground and pound from Dokov.
Dokov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Dokov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dokov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Smith wants to control but Dokov is keeping busy.
Smith slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Russ Smith.
I've got Smith winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russ Smith!

 

Event: RFC Live in Sydney 3     
Date:   May 30, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Dokov forces Ferret back against the cage and clinches.
Ferret tries to score a body lock takedown but Dokov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ferret drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dokov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dokov misses with a knee strike.
We've been hearing reports that Ferret has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ferret is working for takedown but Dokov is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Teeth Ferret. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Ferret to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ferret trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dokov trying to strike off his back. #T1#
Ferret working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Our spies down at at 3Band MMA inform us that Dokov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#ES2#
Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet. #CL2#
Ferret gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Dokov throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Ferret counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferret 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.
Dokov is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ferret landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ferret prevents Dokov from standing back up.
Ferret wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working.
Dokov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ferret trying to control the pace.
Ferret drops an elbow to the side of Dokov's head. #T3#
Dokov is trying to stand up here but Ferret is controlling him well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ferret lands a nice short elbow.
Ferret is taking a breather. Dokov 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.
Dokov is trying to stand.
Ferret wants to pass to mount but Dokov is defending the position.
Dokov pushes Ferret off looking to stand but Ferret dives back in and keeps control.
Dokov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Ferret is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ferret drops an elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov punching from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dokov looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Ferret lands strikes from half guard.
Dokov is refusing to be controlled, as Ferret sits in half guard.
Ground and pound from Ferret.
Dokov has hold of Ferret's hands but Ferret slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ferret takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dokov is staying active underneath Ferret, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ferret 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom. #ES2#
Dokov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Ferret is on him like a limpet, forcing Dokov back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
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 Teeth Ferret will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dokov with a poor takedown #TD#
and Ferret counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dokov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ferret with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ferret stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.
Ferret wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Ferret is really struggling to control Dokov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
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.
Ferret lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Ferret is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dokov trying to strike off his back. #T1#
Ferret looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Ferret is having none of it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Dokov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dokov throws a big right hand that misses.
Dokov throws an elbow that misses. Ferret uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dokov's guard. Nice move by Ferret!#REVR#
Ferret controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dokov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Ferret wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Ferret's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dokov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ferret is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Dokov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ferret lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dokov wants to sweep but no luck.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ferret won't allow Dokov to sweep him here. #T3#
Dokov has momentary wrist control but Ferret slips an elbow through the middle.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ferret lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ferret wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Ferret sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ferret stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.
Dokov being controlled here, momentarily.
Dokov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ferret is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dokov wants to clinch but Ferret slips to the side#TD#
and Ferret counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dokov!
Dokov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck. #T4#
Ferret controlling his opponent.
Dokov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Dokov wants to hold on but Ferret pushes him away.
Dokov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Ferret trying to control from half guard but Dokov is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov pushes Ferret off looking to stand but Ferret dives back in and keeps control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Teeth Ferret dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ferret changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dokov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Ferret decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dokov's guard.#SUB2#
Ferret avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ferret stops Dokov from standing up.
Ferret with a nice head shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Ferret off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Dokov throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Ferret counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet.#T1#
Ferret moves into full mount!
Dokov wants to control but Ferret is having none of it.
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Ferret lands a couple of good shots and Dokov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Ferret looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Ferret controlling from the back.
Ferret connects with a big shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov trying to get back to his feet but Ferret is in full control for now.
Teeth Ferret overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ferret is landing with strikes. Dokov can't take much more of this.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Teeth Ferret is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Ferret scores with punches to the body.
Can Dokov hold on?! Ferret is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Dokov trying to get back to his feet but Ferret is in full control for now.
Ferret biding his time, looking for the opening.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferret really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Dokov.
Ferret seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dokov for as long as he can get away with.
Dokov covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head. #T3#
Ferret controls the action.
Dokov takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Ferret has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Dokov's body.
Dokov trying to get back to his feet but Ferret is in full control for now.
Ferret connects with a big shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov tries to roll but Ferret sticks to his back.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T4#
Dokov is trying to remain composed but Ferret is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Dokov trying to get back to his feet but Ferret is in full control for now.
Ferret controlling well, preventing Dokov from escaping the position.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Dokov is really stuck here.
Ferret is punishing Dokov with some ground and pound.
Ferret is trying to stick to Dokov's back but Dokov is turning into Ferret. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ferret's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Dokov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Teeth Ferret showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ferret, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 30:28
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teeth Ferret!

During a confident post fight interview, Teeth Ferret thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: RFC: Hughes vs. Cirelli 2     
Date:   May 02, 2020
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Bonin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dokov doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bonin working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Bonin breaks the clinch.
Bonin misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Bonin is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks.
Stalling in the clinch from Dokov.
Dokov misses with an elbow over the top.
Bonin is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
Bonin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1##TD#
Dokov pulls guard effortlessly.
Bonin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Dokov scores with a short punch from the bottom.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Dokov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Bonin dives into side control.
Dokov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bonin wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy.
Bonin is looking to stall here but Dokov recovers full guard. #SUB#
Bonin avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T2#
Dokov is pulling down on Bonin's head to control his posture.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Bonin is having none of it. #SUB#
Bonin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dokov striking off his back, scoring a few points.
Dokov 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.#ES#
Dokov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T3#
Bonin is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks.
A frustrated look appears on Bonin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bonin is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks.
Dokov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Bonin wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Dokov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SU#
Dokov decides to return to a standing position. #TD#
Dokov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bonin struggling a bit here.#T4#
Dokov trying to control the action but Bonin is working from the bottom.
Dokov grinds an elbow into Bonin's temple.
Bonin avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dokov. #SU#
Dokov has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
William Bonin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov misses with a hook
and Bonin counters with a left to the body. #TD#
Dokov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bonin sprawls well initially but Dokov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Dokov working over Bonin with some ground and pound. Bonin looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Bonin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dokov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
That's time! Dokov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Bonin back into the cage.
Dokov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bonin after a bit of a struggle.
Bonin working aggressively here.
William Bonin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bonin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
Bonin is trying to break the clinch but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
Bonin looking to stall.
Dokov gets through Bonin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bonin backwards. #TD#
Dokov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Dokov manages to end up in side control.
Bonin takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SU#
Dokov decides to stand back up. Dokov steps back and let's Bonin get back to his feet.#T1#
Dokov is looking to clinch but Bonin is avoiding it. #CL#
Bonin tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Dokov throws an elbow but misses.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
Bonin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Dokov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bonin backwards.
Dokov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bonin has had enough of the clinch but Dokov keeps him there for the moment.
Dokov pushes off an throws an elbow but Bonin leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Doko Dokov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC2#
Bonin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bonin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Good leg kick by Bonin there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T2#
Dokov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonin can do to turn this around?#CL#
Dokov has closed the distance and engaged Bonin in a clinch.
Bonin tries to circle away but Dokov has him pinned against the cage.
Dokov tries a body shot but Bonin blocks it.
Bonin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD#
Dokov successfully pulls guard.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Bonin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bonin wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Doko Dokov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Bonin trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #SUB#
Dokov has his foot on Bonin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bonin works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Bonin preventing the sweep. #ES#
Dokov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Bonin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Bonin breaks the clinch. #CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Still in the clinch, Bonin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dokov has Bonin pressed against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Dokov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Bonin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonin is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.
Bonin trying to stall but Dokov improves his position. #T4##TD#
Dokov successfully pulls guard.
Dokov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #ES#
Dokov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Bonin lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Bonin fails to land. #BC2#
Bonin breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Bonin is trying to stall.
A short right from Dokov.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
Bonin working aggressively here.
Dokov tries a body shot but Bonin blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Dokov rushes Bonin and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov tries a knee to the head but Bonin blocks it.
Bonin slowing the pace effectively.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dokov lands a shot to the body.
Bonin tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.
Bonin working hard to break the clinch.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dokov keeps control of Bonin as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A frustrated look appears on Bonin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bonin is trying to break free.
Bonin is pushing Dokov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T1#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dokov presses Bonin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short body shot lands from Bonin as the two fighters clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dokov as Bonin tries to tie him up.
Dokov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bonins head.
A frustrated look appears on Bonin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bonin backwards.
Dokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Bonin is trying to break the clinch but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
Bonin wants to stall. #T2#
Dokov lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonin backwards.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bonin misses with some punches.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Dokov decides to pull guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Dokov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bonin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dokov lands a couple of decent looking body shots there.
Bonin tries to free his leg and advance position but Dokov is retaining full guard. #ES#
Dokov pushes Bonin off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Bonin avoids a kick to the body. #CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Bonin has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bonin is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.#BC#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Bonin looks to land a body kick but Dokov moved away.
Bonin just misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bonin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bonin throws a poor cross that misses
and Dokov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Dokov forces Bonin back against the cage and clinches.
Bonin throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Bonin wants to get back to striking at distance but Dokov won't allow it.
Bonin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonin trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bonin working hard to break the clinch.#T4#
Dokov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bonin tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bonin back against the cage.
Bonin can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Bonin is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonin.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bonin.
Bonin takes a shot to the head.
Bonin is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Bonin misses with a hook from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dokov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

After winning the bout, Doko Dokov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: RFC Tokyo March 28th     
Date:   Mar 28, 2020
#R1#
Brown connects with a crisp jab.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Brown circles away.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dokov lands an uppercut.
Brown working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Brown.
A head punch on the inside from Brown fails to land.
Dokov is trying to stall. #TD2#
Brown jumps guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Brown is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dokov defends well.#SUB2#
Brown is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dokov passes into half guard. #T1#
Brown is looking for a sweep. Dokov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dokov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Brown blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dokov. #SUB#
Dokov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brown is just riding it out for now. Dokov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Brown actively working from the bottom here.
Brown tries to roll over but Dokov keeps him under control.
Brown is controlling Dokov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
We've been hearing good reports from Dokov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dokov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Dokov passes to full mount!
Brown slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dokov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dokov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SU#
Dokov escapes and gets back to his feet.
Dokov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brown throws out the jab.
Dokov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brown.
Brown just misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Brown throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dokov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Brown gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Brown struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands. #BC2#
Brown manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Brown avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Despite the aggression on Brown's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Brown throws a lazy right hand but Dokov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dokov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dokov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Brown misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Dokov forces Brown back against the cage and clinches.
Brown misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Brown throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #T4#
Brown has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Brown. #TD2#
Brown lands a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov keeping full guard, as Brown tries to pass. #SUB#
Dokov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Brown stacks Dokov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Brown!
Brown working away.
Dokov tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Dokov wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Dokov is trying to buck Brown off.#SUB2#
Brown is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Dokov is trying to escape and Brown transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Dokov is forced to tap! Nice work there by Brown! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Brown!
Billy Brown very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: RapidFC 68     
Date:   Mar 14, 2020
#R1#
Dokov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Drive drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dokov sprawls and moves away.
Drive punishes Dokov's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Drive and presses him up against the cage.
Drive scores with a hook to the body.
Drive tries to pull guard but Dokov holds him up against the cage and eventually Drive drops back down to his feet.
Dokov letting Drive take a breather here.
Drive tries to pull guard but Dokov won't allow it.
Drive tries to pull guard but Dokov won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Drive. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dokov blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drive pushes off an throws an elbow but Dokov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Drive tries to pull guard but Dokov won't allow it.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T1#
Dokov takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#
It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Drive stalling in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Drive.
Drive lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Drive gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Drive definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Drive creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Drive is trying to pull guard but Dokov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Drive tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Drive back against the cage.
Dokov effectively controlling the action here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Drive lands a shoulder strike.
Drive has Dokov pressed against the cage.
Drive misses with the head strike. #T2#
Drive swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Drive jumps guard but Dokov stands there with Drive around his waist. Drive gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Drive is pushing Dokov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Drive stalling in the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Drive just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dokov's brow. #TD2#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Drive to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dokov keeping full guard, as Drive tries to pass.
Dokov controls Drive momentarily but Drive frees himself.
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T3##SUB#
Drive drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drive jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dokov is trying to control the position but Drive postures up.
Drive stands and throws Dokov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Drive tries for a kimura but Dokov is defending well.
Drive working away.#SUB#
Drive is trying to get an arm triangle but Dokov is defending well.
Drive is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Drive is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dokov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
The strikes coming from Drive are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T4##SUB#
Drive tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #ES2#
Dokov throws Drive to one side and escapes!#CL2#
Dokov gets a clinch.
Dokov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Dokov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Drive misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD2#
Dokov gets control of Drive's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Drive stands and throws Dokov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Drive tries to move to mount but Dokov blocks the move with his legs.
Drive blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Dokov struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Drive tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Drive has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Drive dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Drive has managed to clinch.
Drive is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
Drive throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Drive is trying to pull guard but Dokov has him pressed against the cage.
Drive tries to pull guard but Dokov won't allow it.
Drive tries to pull guard but Dokov holds him up against the cage and eventually Drive drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Drive. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dokov throws an elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drive lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Drive lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
Drive pulls guard effortlessly.
Drive not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Drive is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Drive controls Dokov momentarily but Dokov frees himself. #SUB#
Drive looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dokov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Drive is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dokov defends well.
Dokov tries to stand but Drive is controlling from the bottom.
Dokov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Drive working for a triangle but Dokov defends it easily.
Dokov lands a couple of digs.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Dokov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Drive trying to keep a closed guard but Dokov is proving a slippery customer.
Dokov wants to stand but Drive is controlling his posture from full guard.
Drive trying to keep a closed guard but Dokov is proving a slippery customer.
Dokov wants to get up but he can't break Drive's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Drive lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Drive connects with a couple of short punches.
Drive stands and throws Dokov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Drive drags him back down.#T3##SUB#
Drive tries for a kimura but Dokov is defending well.
Drive tries to score with some ground and pound. Dokov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Dokov throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Dokov is pushing Drive's head away, looking to escape. Drive manages to hold on to the position though.
Drive connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Dokov some visible discomfort.
Dokov misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Drive blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Drive cracks Dokov with a big right hand but Dokov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Dokov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Drive is looking to take a break and control but Dokov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dokov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Drive wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Drive is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Dokov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Dokov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Tim Drive overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Drive passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dokov!
Dokov tries to hold on but Drive postures up.#SUB#
Dokov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Drive.
Drive is trying to control here but Dokov has managed to regain half guard.
Drive throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dokov won't allow Drive to pass to mount. #SUB#
Drive is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Drive seems to be working for a kimura but Dokov defends the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Drive dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Drive closes the distance and clinches.
Drive stalling.
Drive tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Drive misses with a hook from the clinch.
Drive lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Drive lands on the inside with an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Drive creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drive slows down the pace here.
Drive's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T1#
Drive tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dokov smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Drive trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Dokov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Drive displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dokov up against the cage.
Drive is trying to pull guard but Dokov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Drive.
A head punch on the inside from Drive fails to land.
Drive lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Dokov has picked Drive up - he's going for a ride! Dokov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Drive wants to control but Dokov is keeping busy.
Dokov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Drive trying to control but Dokov postures up.
Drive keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Drive is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dokov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dokov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Drive defending well though.
Dokov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Drive wants to improve his position but Dokov is controlling well.
Dokov wants to stand up but Drive is controlling the position.
Dokov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dokov is thwarting Drive's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Dokov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drive defends it well.
Dokov thows a huge punch but Drive dodges it nicely.
Dokov thows a huge punch but Drive dodges it nicely.
Dokov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Drive's head.
Dokov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dokov is thwarting Drive's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Drive actively working from the bottom here.
Tim Drive is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Dokov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
It looks like Dokov is going to stand back up.
Drive is looking to improve his position.
Drive is pressing down on Dokov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Drive is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dokov is aware though and is defending well.
Dokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dokov scoring with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Drive throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Drive has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dokov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Drive has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 John Mangel scores the fight 29:28
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Drive!

Tim Drive very nearly forgot to thank Pit Bull Development amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: RapidFC Tokyo 43     
Date:   Feb 08, 2020
#R1#
Dokov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT#
It looks like Danny Corleone has been cut.
Corleone misses with a takedown attempt - Dokov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A punch combination from Dokov misses.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Corleone shoots in for a double leg but Dokov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Dokov rushes Corleone and presses him up against the cage.
Corleone has Dokov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dokov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Danny Corleone.
Dokov can't find room to land a body shot as Corleone controls the action.
Corleone swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corleone is looking to control Dokov's arms but Dokov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Corleone has his back to the cage.
Dokov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Corleone displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dokov up against the cage.
Corleone has Dokov pressed against the cage. #T1#
Come on Corleone - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Corleone receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Corleone has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dokov after a bit of a struggle.
Corleone tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Corleone back against the cage.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Corleone controls his hands.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Corleone's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Corleone tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Corleone missing with knees to the body.
Dokov works on Corleone's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Dokov moves out of range of the leg kick from Corleone.
Corleone throws a body shot but no joy.
Dokov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Corleone circles away quickly and effectively.
Corleone is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Corleone can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dokov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Corleone is struggling to control the position.
Corleone is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Corleone missing with knees to the body. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Corleone.
Dokov is struggling to control the position.
Corleone is trying to pull guard but Dokov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Corleone blocks a body shot from Dokov.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dokov as Corleone tries to tie him up.
Corleone taking a breather.
Come on Corleone - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #TD#
Dokov gets control of Corleone's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Corleone passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.#T4#
Dokov is trying to get back to full guard.
Dokov is trying to stand back up but Corleone is controlling him
Dokov trying to control here.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Dokov tries to kick Corleone off but Corleone keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Dokov has a hand on Corleone's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Corleone takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Corleone sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Danny Corleone's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Dokov checks a low kick from Corleone.
Corleone shoots in but no luck this time.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Corleone pushes him off.
Corleone misses with a wild body shot. #KD#
Dokov lands a left and a right that send Corleone crashing to the mat, dazed. Dokov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Corleone is rocked!#CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Corleone is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?
Dokov creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Corleone with a big uppercut! Corleone tries to clinch up but Dokov pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Corleone to the mat! Corleone covers up and Dokov unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Doko Dokov!
A very excited looking Doko Dokov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: RapidFC Tokyo 40     
Date:   Jan 18, 2020
#R1#
Cutlas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dokov.
Nice sprawl there from Cutlas as Dokov shoots in.
Cutlas lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dokov backs up against the cage. #CUT#
It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.#CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Cutlas scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cutlas lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov lands a shoulder strike.
Cutlas lands an uppercut.
Cutlas can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Cutlas displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dokov up against the cage.
Cutlas lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cutlas throws a head punch that misses.
Cutlas just leaning against Dokov, taking a breather.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Cutlas. #T1#
Cutlas scores with a nice hook to the head.#TD#
Cutlas has clasped his hands together around Dokov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Dokov striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Dokov is pushing Cutlas's head away, looking to escape. Cutlas manages to hold on to the position though.
Dokov is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Dokov trying to remain calm as Cutlas controls from the top position.
Dokov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dokov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Dokov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dokov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Cutlas is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Cutlas punishing his opponent with strikes. #T2#
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov is trying to stand.
Cutlas lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Cutlas can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dokov is looking to escape.
Dokov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Dokov is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cutlas sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dokov is working to get back to half guard.
Cutlas sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Cutlas lands a big shot there that rocks Dokov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T3#
Dokov is looking to get to half guard.
Cutlas raining down hammerfists from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Cutlas cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Dokov is in a horrible position here. Cutlas smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Dokov is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Dokov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dokov is staying active underneath Cutlas, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Still in half guard, Cutlas seems content to control.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #ES2#
Dokov kicks off Cutlas and gets to his feet.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Cutlas circles away. #T4#
Cutlas misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cutlas dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Cutlas has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dokov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Cutlas lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Cutlas.
Cutlas misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Cutlas.
Cutlas leaning against his opponent.
With the fighters up against the cage, Cutlas throws an elbow but misses.
Dokov trying to stall but Cutlas improves his position.
Dokov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Cutlas misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcin Cutlas dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Cutlas connects with a body shot.
Dokov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Cutlas scores with a takedown into Dokov's guard.
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Marcin Cutlas overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Cutlas from controlling successfully.
Dokov wants to stand but Cutlas is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Dokov wants to improve his position but instead Cutlas has moved into half guard.
Cutlas wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy. #T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cutlas lands a nice short elbow.
Cutlas is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dokov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cutlas scores with a couple of nice shots.
Cutlas prevents Dokov from improving his position.
Dokov punching from the bottom.
Cutlas takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dokov is trying to stand up here but Cutlas is controlling him well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cutlas lands a nice short elbow.
Dokov is looking to control Cutlas's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dokov avoid being mounted?
Dokov is refusing to be controlled, as Cutlas sits in half guard.
Cutlas uses his free foot to push down on Dokov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Dokov. #T2#
Cutlas putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Cutlas sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dokov is trying to escape the mount.
Dokov wants to hold on but Cutlas pushes him away.
Cutlas pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Cutlas is in the full mount, landing strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cutlas landing strikes, looking to finish!
Cutlas scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Dokov?
Cutlas looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cutlas looking to control but Dokov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Dokov taking shots to the head.
Cutlas lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dokov hang on?
Cutlas prevents Dokov from getting the reversal.
Cutlas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
The referee warns Dokov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Dokov tries to lock up and control but Cutlas gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cutlas looking to control but Dokov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cutlas controlling the pace for now.
Cutlas dominating with strikes here.
Cutlas lands a couple of good shots and Dokov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet but Cutlas has full control of the position and if anything, Dokov has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T4#
Cutlas lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Cutlas scores with punches from the back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cutlas trying to control momentarily.
Dokov is really stuck here.
Cutlas loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Dokov hold on?
Cutlas trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Dokov doesn't escape.
Dokov is keeping busy.
Cutlas 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.
Cutlas lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Cutlas.
Cutlas punches Dokov on the ear.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcin Cutlas dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Cutlas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cutlas catches Dokov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cutlas looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dokov takes a shot to the head.
Cutlas is stalling here.
Cutlas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Cutlas misses with a knee strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dokov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Cutlas regains guard immediately.
Dokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dokov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dokov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Cutlas manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dokov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cutlas is controlling him.
Cutlas is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Cutlas with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Cutlas from controlling successfully.
Cutlas controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dokov keeping moving, preventing Cutlas from controlling successfully.
Dokov wants to stand up but Cutlas is controlling him. #T2#
Cutlas postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Cutlas stopping the sweep attempt from Dokov.
Cutlas is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Cutlas with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cutlas showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #ES2#
Dokov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Cutlas - that landed with a thud.
Dokov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cutlas smiles and moves away.
Dokov dives in and grabs Cutlas's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cutlas pushes down on Dokov's head and hops out.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Cutlas counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Cutlas scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dokov doesn't seem bothered though.
Cutlas changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Cutlas circles away. #TD#
Cutlas shoots in and bounces Dokov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Cutlas prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Dokov is trying to keep Cutlas in close.
Dokov is looking to stand up but Cutlas isn't so interested in that idea.
Cutlas is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
Cutlas working some strikes from top position.
Cutlas wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dokov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cutlas doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cutlas manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cutlas is in close to Dokov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Cutlas controlling from the top position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dokov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Cutlas wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Cutlas is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marcin Cutlas showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cutlas has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:26
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:26
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcin Cutlas!

After winning the bout, Marcin Cutlas thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: RapidFC Tokyo 36     
Date:   Dec 07, 2019
#R1#
Quinn connects with a looping right hand.
Quinn seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dokov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dokov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dokov tries to clinch but Quinn is having none of it.
Quinn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Quinn lands a nice hook to Dokov's body. Dokov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A chopping leg kick lands by Quinn.
Dokov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dokov throws a right hand that Quinn ducks under and follows up with a left that Quinn also avoids with ease.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Quinn.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Quinn lands a head shot.
Quinn lunges at Dokov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dokov's hand.
Quinn lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Quinn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dokovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Quinn looks to score with a jab to the body but Dokov is just out of range.
Quinn catches Dokov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A punch combination from Quinn misses.
Billy Quinn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Quinn pushes him off.
Dokov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Quinn lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Quinn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov tries to clinch but Quinn moves out of range.
Quinn ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dokov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Quinn to score with a decent uppercut.
Quinn connects with a nice looking jab.
Dokov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Quinn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dokov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Quinn connects with a solid leg kick.
Billy Quinn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Some wild striking there from Dokov.
It looked like Quinn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Quinn ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Quinn is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T2#
Quinn dips to his left and cracks Dokov with an uppercut!
Dokov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Quinn fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dokov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Quinn lands an overhand right.
Quinn tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Quinn keeps the fight on the outside.
Quinn lands with a good body shot.
Dokov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Quinn misses with some punches.
Quinn misses with some punches.
Quinn throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #BC#
Quinn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Quinn pushes him off.
Quinn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Quinn dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Quinn scores with a hook to the body. Dokov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Quinn throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Quinn tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Quinn connects with a jab.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Quinn keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Dokov forces Quinn back against the cage and clinches.
Dokov managing to block the knees to the body from Quinn.
Quinn has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov. #BC#
Quinn manages to break the clinch.
Quinn works Dokov's body with a nice hook.
Quinn connects with a solid leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Quinn scores with a hook to the body. Dokov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Quinn misses with a body shot.
Quinn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Quinn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Quinn scores with a nice head shot.
Quinn circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov slowing the pace effectively.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Dokov throws a punch but it's blocked by Quinn.
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Quinn is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#TD2#
Dokov pulls guard effortlessly.
Quinn pushes down on Dokov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Quinn seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Quinn has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Quinn pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Quinn dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Quinn throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dokov on the side of the head.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Quinn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Quinn ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Quinn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Billy Quinn is winning the standup battle so far.
Dokov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Quinn pushes him off.
Quinn appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Quinn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dokov.
Quinn jabs Dokov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A slapping leg kick lands for Quinn.
Quinn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Quinn swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Quinn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Quinn lands a body shot.
Dokov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov tries to clinch but Quinn moves away
and Quinn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Quinn there.#T1#
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dokov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Quinn.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Quinn but Quinn pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Quinn connects with a solid leg kick.
Quinn scores with a leg kick.
Quinn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Quinn lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Dokov tries to pull guard but Quinn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Dokov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Quinn tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Quinn misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Quinn misses with a body punch.
Quinn landing knees to the head.
Quinn tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Quinn controls his hands.
Quinn tries a knee to the head but Dokov blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Quinn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Quinn shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Dokov eats them both and turns towards Quinn to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Quinn misses the shot to the body.
Quinn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov has his takedown stuffed
and Quinn counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dokov's knee momentarily.
Billy Quinn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.#CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Quinn tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Quinn throws a knee to the head but misses.
Quinn tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T3#
Dokov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Quinn scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
Quinn tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms.
Quinn scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dokov stalling in the clinch.
Quinn tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Quinn misses with the head strike.
Quinn tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Quinn swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Quinn lands an elbow inside.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Quinn is looking to break free of the clinch but Dokov has double underhooks. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch. #T4#
Quinn throws a right hand that Dokov ducks under and follows up with a left that Dokov also avoids with ease.
Quinn keeps the fight on the outside.
Quinn misses with an uppercut #KD2#
and Dokov counters with a crisp one two that drops Quinn! Dokov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Quinn to his feet! Quinn is in big trouble!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Quinn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good exchange - Quinn coming out on top.
Dokov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Quinn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Quinn connects with the punch.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Quinn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Quinn. Those never looked like landing.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Quinn is avoiding it.
Quinn throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Dokov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Quinn dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dokov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Quinn scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dokov in his tracks.
Quinn lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Quinn.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Quinn keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Quinn gets tackled into the cage by Dokov. Dokov maintains the clinch.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Quinn using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dokov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Quinn tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dokov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dokov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Quinn backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Quinn scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Quinn tries to land a knee to the head but Dokov blocks with his arms. #BC#
Quinn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but Quinn is having none of it.
Dokov walks into a left hand.
Quinn works the jab nicely.
Quinn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dokov moves away.
Quinn scores with a sloppy right hand. Dokov should have avoided that one.
Dokov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Quinn misses with a right hand
and Dokov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Quinn, as that shot connected.
Quinn cracks Dokov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch lands to the side of Dokov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Quinn circles away.
A left lands for Quinn.#T2#
Dokov walks into a straight right hand from Quinn.#CL2#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Quinn back into the cage.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Quinn has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dokov uses from the top position.
Dokov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Quinn. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Quinn pulls Dokov in close to his closed guard and prevents Dokov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dokov throws a big right hand that misses.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Quinn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dokov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Dokov wants to stand and escape but Quinn is having none of it.
Quinn wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Dokov striking off his back but it's not causing Quinn any problems.
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet.
Quinn landing with the ground and pound.
Quinn scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Dokov wants to stand but Quinn is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Quinn throwing strikes from guard but Dokov blocks nicely.
Dokov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Quinn is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Quinn with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Quinn lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Quinn's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet.
Quinn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dokov's guard.
Quinn has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dokov is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T4#
Quinn lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dokov hang on?
Quinn breaks from Dokov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Billy Quinn is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Quinn takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
You get the feeling that Dokov really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Dokov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Quinn sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Quinn continues to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Quinn showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Quinn has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Quinn!

Billy Quinn spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: RapidFC 53     
Date:   Nov 16, 2019
#R1#
Thift swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dokov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Thift closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dokov's guard.
Thift postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Thift stays in close to Dokov's body and controls the position.
Thift throwing strikes from guard but Dokov blocks nicely.
Thift postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dokov wants to stand up but Thift is controlling him.
Thift trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Thift landing some decent shots from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thift keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dokov's head.#SUB#
Thift avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Thift connects with a couple of short punches.
Dokov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dokov tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dokov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Thift goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov pushes Thift back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The referee calls for Dokov to work.
Thift tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thift tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Thift breaks from the clinch.
Dokov looks to land a left hand but Thift moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thift. Dokov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thift misses the shot to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Thift. #T2#
Thift stuffs the takedown.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Thift punishes Dokov's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov tries to move into range but Thift moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Thift throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thift does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Thift throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dokov's waist but Dokov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Thift off to one side.
Thift has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Thift missing with a left hand there. Dokov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Thift feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Thift is standing up over Dokov. Dokov looks to escape but Thift dives into side control.
Thift working the body and head with strikes.
Thift working the ground and pound from side control.
Dokov wants to control but Thift postures up.
Thift prevents Dokov from escaping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Thift working the head and body with strikes. #ES#
Dokov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Thift throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dokov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Thift, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Thift has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Thift manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES#
Dokov kicks Thift off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sydney Thift seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Thift back into the cage.
Thift trying to land knees to the body.
Thift misses with the head strike.
Thift prevents a body shot from Dokov. #BC2#
Thift escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Dokov forces Thift back against the cage and clinches.
Thift blocks an elbow strike from Dokov. #T4#
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
A hook to the body from Dokov.
Thift misses with the head strike.
Thift tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thift working aggressively here.
Dokov scores with a shoulder strike.
Thift throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Thift.
Thift tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Thift back against the cage.
Thift is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A short left from Dokov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
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 Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Thift throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Dokov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thift is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dokov rather than just go for the knockout.
Thift misses with the combination.
Thift throws a sloppy body shot
and Dokov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thift just misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov avoids the body shot from Thift.
Thift's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dokov under the eye.#CUT2#
It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov misses with a takedown attempt - Thift sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Dokov darts in and clinches Thift up against the cage.
Thift tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov tries to work over Thift's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dokov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Thift is stalling here.
Thift tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow. #T1##BC2#
Thift breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Thift throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Thift drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dokov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
The referee calls for Dokov to work.
Thift tries to break free but Dokov pushes him back against the cage.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
Thift tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thift with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Thift is trying to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling him.#T2#
Dokov leaning against his opponent. #BC2#
Thift escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Thift.
Thift throws a right and a left that Dokov avoids nicely.
Dokov jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#CL#
Dokov rushes Thift and presses him up against the cage.
Thift creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov. #BC2#
Thift's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thift.
Dokov has a takedown stuffed.
Dokov tries for a takedown but Thift sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thift throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dokov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thift keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov is looking to clinch but Thift is avoiding it.
Thift is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dokov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Some wild striking there from Thift.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Thift pushes him off.
Thift drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dokov defends it well.
Thift looks to throw the jab but Dokov is out of range.
Dokov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Thift has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD2#
Thift throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dokov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Thift is in Dokov's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thift lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Thift trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Thift scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Thift scoring with punches to the head and body.
Thift stops Dokov from standing up.
Thift trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Dokov wriggles free and stands up. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dokov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thift paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Thift circles away.
Thift throws a leg kick but Dokov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thift tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Thift gets the takedown into side control.
Dokov sneaks back into half guard.
Thift blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Thift is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Thift breaks from Dokov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sydney Thift will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Thift. That snapped Dokov's head back.
A slow jab from Thift misses its intended target. #CL#
Dokov rushes Thift and presses him up against the cage.
Thift misses with the head strike.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Thift uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Thift manages to break the clinch.
Thift cracks a nice hook into Dokov's ribs.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thift paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thift paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov shoots in and drives through. Thift sprawls well.
Thift misses with a few strikes there. #TD2#
Thift feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES#
Dokov pushes Thift off and scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thift swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T1#
Thift circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Thift circles away and keeps his distance.
Thift shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dokov as he avoids it easily.
Some wild striking there from Thift.
Thift takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thift avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thift will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dokov or perhaps it was just good defense by Thift, which made it look bad.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thift. Dokov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dokov throwing a counter right hand but Thift manages to avoid it.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Thift pushes him off.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Thift shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dokov as he jumps to the side.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sydney Thift.#T2##CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Thift fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thift swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thift misses with a punch on the inside.
Dokov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Doko Dokov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Thift swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dokov.
Thift lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Thift misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Thift has him pressed against the cage.
Thift digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3##TD2#
Thift gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dokov regains guard.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Sydney Thift has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dokov tries to strike from the bottom.
Thift landing with the ground and pound.
Thift chips away with some ground and pound.
Thift wants to control from the top but Dokov keeps moving.
Thift cracks Dokov with a solid left hand.
Thift pushes down on Dokov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dokov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dokov.
Thift trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Thift stands and throws Dokov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Thift prevents Dokov from escaping the position.
Dokov is looking for a sweep.
Thift prevents Dokov from escaping the position.
Dokov taking punishment in the form of punches. #ES#
Dokov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thift lands with an overhand left.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dokov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Thift as he avoids it easily.
Thift misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.#TD2#
Thift drives through with a takedown into guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sydney Thift comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thift 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 Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sydney Thift!

 

Event: RFC Showdown in Tokyo 28     
Date:   Oct 12, 2019
#R1##CL#
Dokov rushes Marowadoigowiegow and presses him up against the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dokov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Marowadoigowiegow goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dokov prevents it.
Marowadoigowiegow stalling against the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a body punch.
Dokov stops a takedown attempt from Marowadoigowiegow.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Marowadoigowiegow.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a punch on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow scores with a shot to the side of Dokov's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marowadoigowiegow. #BC#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a shot from downtown. Dokov moves away and avoids it.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a jab when Dokov was well out of range.
Dokov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marowadoigowiegow throws out the jab. #CL#
Dokov forces Marowadoigowiegow back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Marowadoigowiegow tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Marowadoigowiegow tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Marowadoigowiegow controlling the action here for a moment.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Dokov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with some punches. #TD2#
Marowadoigowiegow gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov is looking to control Marowadoigowiegow's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dokov avoid being mounted?
Dokov punching from the bottom.
Marowadoigowiegow controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Dokov gets full guard.
Dokov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Marowadoigowiegow controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dokov throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #SUB#
Dokov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marowadoigowiegow doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marowadoigowiegow manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Marowadoigowiegow controlling from the top position.
Marowadoigowiegow trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Marowadoigowiegow sitting in guard here, content to control.
Marowadoigowiegow really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dokov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Marowadoigowiegow prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Marowadoigowiegow pushes him off.#CL#
Dokov clinches.
Marowadoigowiegow has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marowadoigowiegow. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Dokov is looking for a triangle but Marowadoigowiegow pushes his legs off easily.
Marowadoigowiegow must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#ES#
Dokov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Marowadoigowiegow has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dokov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dokov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Marowadoigowiegow is keeping busy.
Marowadoigowiegow taking a breather.
Marowadoigowiegow fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dokov working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Marowadoigowiegow fails to land.
Marowadoigowiegow avoiding damage.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Dokov on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marowadoigowiegow tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov stalls.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Dokov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marowadoigowiegow sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dokov somewhat.#CL#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
A short left from Dokov.
A bit of stalling here from Marowadoigowiegow.
Marowadoigowiegow has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Dokov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Dokov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dokov lands an uppercut.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Dokov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marowadoigowiegow can do to turn this around?#TD#
Dokov gets control of Marowadoigowiegow's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dokov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Marowadoigowiegow trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Marowadoigowiegow is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Dokov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Dokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dokov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dokov tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Dokov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marowadoigowiegow defends well.
Dokov is striking but Marowadoigowiegow is not phased and passes to half guard.
Marowadoigowiegow is trying to control the action in half guard but Dokov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Marowadoigowiegow seems content to control.
Dokov is refusing to be controlled, as Marowadoigowiegow sits in half guard. #ES#
Dokov has one foot on Marowadoigowiegow's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T2##CL2#
Marowadoigowiegow closes the distance and clinches.
Marowadoigowiegow stalling in the clinch but Dokov improves position.
Marowadoigowiegow tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Marowadoigowiegow back against the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow trying to stall but Dokov improves his position.
Marowadoigowiegow swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marowadoigowiegow controlling the action here for a moment.
Marowadoigowiegow wants a takedown.
Dokov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dokov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T3#
Dokov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Marowadoigowiegows head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marowadoigowiegow.
Marowadoigowiegow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marowadoigowiegow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov lands a nice elbow.
Dokov controlling the action here for a moment.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with some punches.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Marowadoigowiegow is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Dokov is keeping busy.
Dokov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Marowadoigowiegows head.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov lands an elbow inside. #CUT#
It looks like Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow has been cut.#TD#
Dokov pulls guard.
Marowadoigowiegow won't allow Dokov to sweep him here. #SUB#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Marowadoigowiegow looking to sit in guard and control but Dokov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Dokov trying to control but Marowadoigowiegow is working from the bottom.
Dokov wanted to stand there but Marowadoigowiegow had control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Dokov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Marowadoigowiegow tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Marowadoigowiegow.
Dokov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Marowadoigowiegow backwards.
Dokov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dokov is stalling here. #TD2#
Marowadoigowiegow has picked Dokov up - he's going for a ride! Marowadoigowiegow dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Dokov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Doko Dokov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Marowadoigowiegow wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy.
Dokov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Marowadoigowiegow trying to control the pace. #T1#
Marowadoigowiegow missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Marowadoigowiegow blocks the strikes from Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Marowadoigowiegow is keen to just control but Dokov is a slippery customer.
Dokov trying to control here.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Dokov is trying to stand up here but Marowadoigowiegow is controlling him well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#CL2#
Marowadoigowiegow gets a clinch.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with the head strike.
A short left from Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a punch on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dokov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marowadoigowiegow walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dokov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dokov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Marowadoigowiegow defends well and Dokov ends up having to push Marowadoigowiegow into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marowadoigowiegow scores with a nice right hand. #CL#
Dokov forces Marowadoigowiegow back against the cage and clinches.
Dokov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marowadoigowiegow backwards. #T3#
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a hook to the ribs.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Marowadoigowiegow looking for a takedown.
Marowadoigowiegow's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Marowadoigowiegow tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dokov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
Dokov jumps guard and drags Marowadoigowiegow to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T4#
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dokov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Marowadoigowiegow prevents Dokov from getting back to his feet.
Dokov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dokov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dokov is controlling Marowadoigowiegow's posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marowadoigowiegow trying to control the position from guard on top but Dokov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dokov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Doko Dokov.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dokov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!

Doko Dokov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow had this to say: 'Opponent to strong. Sorry fans. I back in future.'.

 

Event: RapidFC 44     
Date:   Sep 14, 2019
#R1##CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Dokov looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Stiles throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Dokov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Stiles quickly recovers to half guard.
Stiles regains full guard. Nicely done.
Stiles is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dokov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stiles on the ground.
Dokov wants to get back to full guard.
Dokov tries to kick Stiles off but Stiles keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Stiles is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dokov's coaches at Star Studded Beef have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Stiles is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dokov is just riding it out for now. Stiles eventually gives up the hold.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T1##SUB2#
Stiles seems to be looking for submissions.
Dokov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Stiles is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dokov!
Stiles looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Stiles punishing his opponent with strikes.
Stiles sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dokov is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Dokov is trying desperately to improve position.
Dokov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dokov tries to get out of the position.#T2#
Dokov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Dokov regains half guard.
Stiles prevents Dokov from standing back up.
Stiles is trying to control the action in half guard but Dokov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dokov is looking to get back to is feet but Stiles passes into side control. #SUB2#
Stiles thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Stiles prevents Dokov from escaping the position.
Dokov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Stiles blocks the strikes from Dokov. #T3#
Stiles scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dokov pushes Stiles off looking to stand but Stiles dives back in and keeps control.
Stiles wants to control but Dokov is keeping him busy.
Dokov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dokov is trying to get back to full guard.
Stiles is trying to control the action in half guard but Dokov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Stiles is pressing down on Dokov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dokov is holding on for now. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Stiles drops an elbow to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov tries to roll over but Stiles keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Stiles is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dokov is just riding it out for now. Stiles eventually gives up the hold.
Dokov is trying to maintain the position but Stiles is very close to passing his half guard.
Stiles is keen to just control but Dokov is a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scott Stiles dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dokov.
Stiles drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stiles taking a breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dokov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Stiles parries the strikes from Dokov easily there. Dokov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Stiles to escape. #SU#
Dokov stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Dokov throws a one two combo. #CUT#
It looks like Scott Stiles has been cut.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Stiles closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Stiles is working for takedown but Dokov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Stiles tries for a takedown but Dokov manages to get underhooks.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Scott Stiles.
Stiles is trying to maintain a safe position but Dokov gets an underhook and turns Stiles into the cage.
Stiles is trying to stall. #TD#
Dokov jumps guard.
Dokov wants to stand up but Stiles is controlling him.
Stiles trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2##SUB#
Dokov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stiles is aware though and is defending well.
Stiles trying to control but Dokov is working from the bottom.
Stiles lands a couple of elbows.
Dokov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Stiles preventing the sweep.
Dokov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Stiles is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Stiles changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dokov tries to avoid it but Stiles manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dokov to the ground. Dokov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Dokov gets a clinch. #T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Dokov.
Dokov lands an elbow just above Stiles 's eye.
Stiles stalling the fight. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov pushes Stiles back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dokov lands with a light punch inside.
Dokov trying to land knees to the body.
A shot in the inside from Dokov. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Dokov batters Stiles with a massive right followed by a huge left! Stiles is out on his feet looking like a zombie as Dokov lands a final crushing right hand to drop Stiles to the mat with a gruesome thud! Dokov is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!
Our winner, Doko Dokov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: RFC Showdown in Tokyo 20     
Date:   Aug 17, 2019
#R1#
Thompson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dokov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dokov darts in looking for a takedown but Thompson gets double underhooks and turns Dokov into the cage.
Kane Thompson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thompson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thompson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A quick step to the side and Thompson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dokov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thompson lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#
It looks like Doko Dokov has been cut.
Dokov walks into a stiff left hand from Thompson.
Dokov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Thompson throws out a loose jab but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big right from Thompson misses.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Thompson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Thompson counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Thompson.
Thompson throws a hook but Dokov blocks it.#T1#
Thompson dips to his left and cracks Dokov with an uppercut!
Thompson misses with a wild body shot.
Thompson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov looks to clinch
and Thompson counters with a straight right hand.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dokov shoots in but Thompson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dokov tries to clinch up.
Dokov scores with a three punch combo!
Thompson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dokov on the side of the head.
Kane Thompson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Dokov forces Thompson back against the cage and clinches.
I was talking to Thompson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dokov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dokov throws a punch but it's blocked by Thompson.
Thompson throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov. #T2#
Dokov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Thompson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thompson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Thompson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thompson.
Dokov tries to work over Thompson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thompson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dokov looking to throw knees to the head but Thompson is blocking nicely.
Thompson misses with a punch on the inside.
Thompson stalling the fight.
Thompson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dokov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3#
Dokov fails to pull guard.
Kane Thompson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.#BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Thompson lands with a nice combination. Dokov backs away looking to recover.
Thompson connects with the punch.
Dokov staying out of range there.
Thompson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thompson.
Thompson avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short body shot lands from Thompson as the two fighters clinch.
A short uppercut from Thompson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thompson lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Thompson fails to land.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Thompson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T4#
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Thompson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short left from Thompson.
Dokov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thompson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dokov tries to throw a body punch but Thompson avoids it by throwing Dokov back against the cage.
Dokov throws a punch but it's blocked by Thompson. #BC2#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Dokov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Thompson finds it's way round the side to connect with Dokov's head. #CL2#
Thompson tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thompson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Thompson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kane Thompson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Dokov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Thompson misses with a wild body shot.
Dokov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Dokov rushes Thompson and presses him up against the cage.
Thompson working aggressively here.
Dokov misses with a knee to the head.
The referee calls for Dokov to work. #BC2#
Dokov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dokov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Thompson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Thompson circles away.
Dokov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thompson throws a good cross that connects.
Thompson swats away the attempt to clinch by Dokov.
Kane Thompson is winning the standup battle so far.
Thompson scores with a head kick. Dokov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Thompson lands with a straight right. Dokov didn't see that one coming.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Thompson keeps it at a distance.
Dokov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thompson.
Dokov walks into a stiff left hand from Thompson.
Thompson scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Thompson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Thompson.
Thompson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dokov blocks it with crossed arms.
Thompson throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Thompson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dokov looking to slow down the pace here.#T2#
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thompson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dokov can do to turn this around?
Dokov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Thompson misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Dokov breaks from the clinch.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Thompson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Thompson works Dokov's body with a nice hook.
Thompson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Dokov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thompson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Thompson.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dokov shoots in looking for a takedown. Thompson tries to sprawl out of it but Dokov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thompson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dokov tries to clinch but Thompson moves out of range.
Dokov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Thompson swivels and escapes.
Thompson throws a big counter combination but Dokov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Thompson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Thompson.
Thompson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dokov's head.
Dokov tries to clinch but Thompson is having none of it.
Thompson throws a nice looking combination but Dokov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dokov is looking for the big counter here.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Thompson pushes him off.
Thompson lands a slapping body shot.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Thompson pushes him off.
Dokov tries to clinch but Thompson is having none of it.
Thompson thinks about countering with a head kick.
Dokov tries to clinch but Thompson moves out of range.
Thompson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thompson misses with a hook.#T4#
Thompson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thompson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thompson keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Thompson, pushing him back against the cage.
Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Dokov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dokov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thompson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Thompson scores with a head kick. Dokov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Thompson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dokov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kane Thompson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Doko Dokov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Dokov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Thompson digs a good hook to Dokov's body.
Dokov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Some wild striking there from Dokov.
Thompson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dokov ducks under a wild hook from Thompson.
A solid leg kick lands there for Thompson.
Thompson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Thompson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It looked like Thompson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thompson lands an overhand right.
Thompson scores with a nice strike.
Dokov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thompson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thompson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dokov in his tracks. #ROC#
Dokov is rocked!
Dokov takes one to the side of the head.
Dokov is still on wobbly legs! Can Thompson finish him?
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Thompson circles away. #T1#
Thompson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dokov.
Thompson circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Dokov drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Thompson follows Dokov to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kane Thompson!

 

Event: RapidFC 35     
Date:   Jul 13, 2019
#R1#
A combination from Westcliff does no damage.
Dokov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A lazy left from Westcliff finds it's target.
Westcliff has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Westcliff throws a big shot that misses.
Dokov jabs Westcliff right on the nose. Westcliff blinks but takes it well.#CUT#
It looks like Samuel Westcliff has been cut.
Westcliff with a jab.#CL#
Westcliff tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dokov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Westcliff's face.
Westcliff misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Westcliff lands with a cross. #CUT2#
It looks like Doko Dokov 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!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Westcliff!
Westcliff throws a nice looking combination but Dokov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dokov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL#
Dokov clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Westcliff fails to land.
Westcliff missing with knees to the body.
Westcliff managing to block the knees to the body from Dokov. #T1#
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Westcliff misses with the head strike.
Westcliff has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Westcliff misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Westcliff's face as he tries to break the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Westcliff blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov has Westcliff pressed against the cage, preventing Westcliff from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Westcliff.
Westcliff tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov lands a hook that snaps the head of Westcliff backwards.
Dokov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Westcliff. #TD#
Dokov decides to pull guard.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet but Westcliff passes into half guard. #SU2#
Westcliff stands up and beckons Dokov to join him on the feet.
Westcliff throws a series of strikes that have Dokov backpedaling.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Westcliff fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dokov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Westcliff throws a series of punches but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov shoots in but no luck this time.
Westcliff throws out a counter right but Dokov avoids it with no problem.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dokov.
Westcliff looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dokov tries to clinch but Westcliff moves out of range. #T3#
Westcliff uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Samuel Westcliff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Westcliff lands.
Westcliff has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Westcliff lands the left hand.
Westcliff lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #ROC2#
Dokov is rocked!
Westcliff lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Dokov falls backwards - clearly groggy! Westcliff dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Westcliff!
After winning the bout, Samuel Westcliff thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: RapidFC 31     
Date:   Jun 15, 2019
#R1##CL#
Dokov clinches.
Marowadoigowiegow tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dokov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Marowadoigowiegow's defenses. #CUT#
It looks like Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow has been cut.
Marowadoigowiegow struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a punch to the body.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marowadoigowiegow slows down the pace here.
A short right from Marowadoigowiegow.
Dokov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Marowadoigowiegow is keeping busy.#T1#
Dokov is trying to maintain a safe position but Marowadoigowiegow gets an underhook and turns Dokov into the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a punch on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Marowadoigowiegow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marowadoigowiegow pushes Dokov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dokov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marowadoigowiegow.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Marowadoigowiegow.#TD2#
Marowadoigowiegow shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Marowadoigowiegow showed some decent athleticism there.
Marowadoigowiegow seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Marowadoigowiegow lands strikes from half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2#
Marowadoigowiegow slows the pace down in half guard.
Marowadoigowiegow has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov is looking to improve his position.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dokov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dokov tries to get out of the position.
Dokov moves into full guard. #SUB#
Dokov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dokov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Marowadoigowiegow sitting in guard here, content to control.
Dokov wants to stand but Marowadoigowiegow is controlling the position.
Marowadoigowiegow stays in close to Dokov's body and controls the position.
Marowadoigowiegow's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Dokov is looking to control Marowadoigowiegow's arms but Marowadoigowiegow gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dokov has his back to the cage.
Dokov avoiding damage.
Dokov jumps guard but Marowadoigowiegow turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marowadoigowiegow paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Dokov is trying to push Marowadoigowiegow away but Marowadoigowiegow has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A head punch on the inside from Marowadoigowiegow fails to land.
Marowadoigowiegow looking for a takedown.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a punch to the body.
Marowadoigowiegow avoiding damage as Dokov throws knees to the body.
Dokov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Marowadoigowiegow lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Marowadoigowiegow gets through Dokov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dokov is trying to break free.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Marowadoigowiegow scores with a sloppy right hand. Dokov should have avoided that one.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.
Dokov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Marowadoigowiegow moves into the clinch successfully.
Marowadoigowiegow swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marowadoigowiegow swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Marowadoigowiegow gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Marowadoigowiegow drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dokov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A head punch on the inside from Marowadoigowiegow fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a punch on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov is trying to push Marowadoigowiegow away but Marowadoigowiegow has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dokov.
Marowadoigowiegow tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Marowadoigowiegow is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dokov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dokov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a head punch that misses.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marowadoigowiegow has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Marowadoigowiegow creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov lands a left hand.
Marowadoigowiegow throws a head punch that misses.
Dokov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Dokov manages to break the clinch.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Marowadoigowiegow swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Marowadoigowiegow circles away.#CL2#
Marowadoigowiegow gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
Marowadoigowiegow wants to take the fight to the mat but Dokov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow.
Dokov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Marowadoigowiegow or not.
Dokov tries to throw a body punch but Marowadoigowiegow avoids it by throwing Dokov back against the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dokov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Marowadoigowiegow stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Marowadoigowiegow wants it to stay on the feet.
Dokov closes the distance and clinches up with Marowadoigowiegow, looking for a takedown. Dokov pushes Marowadoigowiegow against the cage but Marowadoigowiegow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Marowadoigowiegow on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dokov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dokov lands an elbow inside.
Dokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Dokov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3#
Marowadoigowiegow is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Marowadoigowiegow content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Marowadoigowiegow lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Marowadoigowiegow backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Marowadoigowiegow takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Dokov fails to pull guard.
A short right from Dokov.
Dokov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#
Marowadoigowiegow is rocked!
Marowadoigowiegow lands with a short shot to the head.
Marowadoigowiegow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marowadoigowiegow doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marowadoigowiegow is looking to take this one to the mat.#T4#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Marowadoigowiegow drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov is looking to clinch.
Dokov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marowadoigowiegow.
Dokov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marowadoigowiegow swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
Marowadoigowiegow drives through with a takedown into Dokov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Marowadoigowiegow off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Marowadoigowiegow looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Dokov has one foot on Marowadoigowiegow's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#CL#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Doko Dokov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Marowadoigowiegow.
Dokov takes one to the side of the head.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Marowadoigowiegow circles away.
Dokov scores with a one two! Marowadoigowiegow had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Marowadoigowiegow is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?#CL2#
Marowadoigowiegow rushes Dokov and presses him up against the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Marowadoigowiegow seems to have recovered his senses.#BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Marowadoigowiegow circles away.
Marowadoigowiegow paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marowadoigowiegow lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dokov moves in looking to clinch but Marowadoigowiegow pushes him off.
Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dokov on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Marowadoigowiegow misses with a hook. Dokov ducked under it nicely.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marowadoigowiegow swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dokov connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Marowadoigowiegow tumbling to the canvas! Dokov pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Marowadoigowiegow was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Doko Dokov!
A victorious Doko Dokov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Aslambek Marowadoigowiegow stepped up to the mic, saying 'Opponent to strong. Sorry fans. I back in future.'.

 

Event: RFC Showdown in Tokyo 8     
Date:   May 25, 2019
#R1#
Dokov doesn't manage to clinch there - Thift circles away.
Thift appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dokov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dokov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Dokov misses its intended target.
Thift drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dokov sprawls and moves away.
Dokov looks to clinch #TD#
and Thift counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dokov!
Dokov is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thift works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Dokov is not content to let Thift control the position.
Dokov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Thift cracks Dokov with a big right hand but Dokov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Thift controls the position.
Dokov is looking for a sweep.
Check out the look on Thift's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T1#
Dokov tries to improve position but can't.
Thift wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dokov keeps working.
Dokov is trying to get back to his feet.
Dokov is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Thift lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Dokov throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Thift working the ground and pound from side control.
Thift landing a few strikes.
Thift cracks Dokov with a big elbow.
Dokov is trying to buck Thift off.
Thift 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.
Thift lands a nice forearm strike.
Thift working the ground and pound.
Thift in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Dokov pushes Thift away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Thift gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T2#
Dokov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Thift is working Dokov over with some ground and pound from side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thift avoids the strikes from the bottom by Dokov.
Thift working the ground and pound.
Dokov tries to improve position but can't.
We've been hearing that Thift has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dokov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Thift connects with a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thift is working Dokov over with some ground and pound from side control.
Thift cracks Dokov with a big right hand but Dokov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #ROC#
Dokov is rocked!
Dokov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dokov is still in real trouble! Can Thift finish him?
Dokov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Thift. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Thift is putting a hurting on Dokov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Thift cracks Dokov with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Thift immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Dokov is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Thift!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sydney Thift!

 

Event: The Island Season 9, 155 lbs, Round 1     
Date:   May 04, 2019
#R1#
Dokov swinging wildly here.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Johnson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dokov or perhaps it was just good defense by Johnson, which made it look bad.
Dokov tries to clinch but Johnson moves out of range.
Dokov tries to clinch but Johnson is having none of it.
Dokov misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Johnson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dokov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Johnson on the ground.
Johnson pushing down on Dokov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Johnson is nestled in close to Dokov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nice strikes from Johnson there.
Dokov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Johnson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dokov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ground and pound from Johnson.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Johnson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dokov wants to get back to his feet.
Johnson slips a nice elbow through Dokov's hands, connecting with Dokov's forehead.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dokov is looking to improve his position.
Dokov is looking to escape.#T1#
Nice strikes from Johnson there.
Johnson drops an elbow to the side of Dokov's head. #ROC2#
Dokov is rocked!
Johnson lands a big elbow - Dokov is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Johnson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dwayne Johnson!
After winning the bout, Dwayne Johnson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 26, 2019
#R1##CL#
Dokov drives through and clinches with Rodriguez against the cage.
Dokov has Rodriguez pressed against the cage.
Rodriguez on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
Dokov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dokov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rodriguez can't break the clinch.
Rodriguez drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dokov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rodriguez is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez wants to take the fight to the mat but Dokov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rodriguez avoids a wild elbow strike from Dokov.#T1#
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rodriguez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dokov to keep the fight standing.
Doko Dokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gonzalo Rodriguez.
Rodriguez misses with a body punch.
The referee calls for Dokov to work.
Rodriguez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rodriguez trying to land knees to the body.
Rodriguez jumps guard but Dokov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Dokov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rodriguez uses from the top position. #SUB#
Dokov is looking for a triangle but Rodriguez pushes his legs off easily.
Dokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Dokov, not yet.
Dokov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T2#
Dokov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nice strikes from Dokov there. #CUT#
It looks like Gonzalo Rodriguez has been cut.
Nice strikes from Dokov there. #ROC#
Rodriguez is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Dokov decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Rodriguez is still on wobbly legs! Can Dokov finish him?#CL#
Dokov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rodriguez, pushing him back against the cage.
Rodriguez seems to have recovered his senses.
Rodriguez wants a takedown. #TD#
Dokov jumps into guard, dragging Rodriguez to the mat. #SUB#
Dokov working for a triangle but Rodriguez defends it easily. #SUB#
Dokov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Rodriguez throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Dokov's body to avoid the submission. Dokov has instead reached around Rodriguez's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Dokov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Doko Dokov!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 15, 2019
#R1#
Dokov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hayesless's hands.#CUT2#
It looks like Anderson Hayesless has been cut.#CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hayesless wants a takedown but no success here.
Hayesless content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Dokov misses with an elbow strike.
Dokov lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#
Hayesless is rocked!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dokov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Oh Hayesless is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dokov throws a big uppercut that drops Hayesless! More strikes from Dokov and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Hayesless lies dazed against the cage as Dokov celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doko Dokov!

 

 
 
 
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