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Event:
IFA 135lbs Round 1
Date: May 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Ecakals stuffs the takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet. #TD2#
Ecakals scores with a takedown into Nurmagomedov's guard.
Ecakals is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Ecakals drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Nurmagomedov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ecakals has Nurmagomedov in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Ecakals has his foot on Nurmagomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nurmagomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ecakals bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurmagomedov's guard. #REVB#
Nurmagomedov keeping moving, preventing Ecakals from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for a guillotine here but Ecakals defends easily.
#T1#
Ecakals is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nurmagomedov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ecakals throws a big elbow that misses.
Ecakals throws a strike but Nurmagomedov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T2#
Ecakals looking to control.
Nurmagomedov throws a strike but Ecakals rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ecakals controlling from the top position.
It looks like Ecakals might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ecakals advances position into side control!
Ecakals wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nurmagomedov keeps working.
Nurmagomedov avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ecakals. #T3#
Nurmagomedov is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ecakals working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Nurmagomedov is trying to get back to half guard.
Ecakals trying to control the action but Nurmagomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ecakals tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ecakals is looking to take a break and control but Nurmagomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ecakals working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ecakals trying to control the position but Nurmagomedov is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andre Ecakals dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Ecakals.
We've been informed that Ecakals has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Nurmagomedov is not content to let Ecakals control the position.
Nurmagomedov is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Ecakals swings around for an armbar but Nurmagomedov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ecakals's guard.
Ecakals manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nurmagomedov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Andre Ecakals has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ecakals trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Nurmagomedov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Ecakals keeps moving.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Nurmagomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Ecakals working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nurmagomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nurmagomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ecakals is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nurmagomedov is controlling him.
Nurmagomedov distracts Ecakals with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Ecakals's brow.
Nurmagomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ecakals's head.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ecakals is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurmagomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Ecakals bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurmagomedov's guard. #REVB#
Ecakals trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ecakals trying to control the position from guard on top but Nurmagomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Nurmagomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ecakals gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Ecakals avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ecakals slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ecakals won't allow Nurmagomedov to sweep him here. #T3#
Ecakals is stalling in the full guard.
Ecakals passes Nurmagomedov's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Ecakals is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Ecakals is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nurmagomedov won't allow Ecakals to pass to mount. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ecakals is trying to control. Nurmagomedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nurmagomedov trying to hold on to Ecakals's head to control him but Ecakals postures up.
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ecakals pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov gets back to full guard.
Ecakals tries to free his leg and advance position but Nurmagomedov is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Andre Ecakals 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ecakals defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Ecakals doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD2#
Ecakals throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Nurmagomedov was covering up waiting for the punch and Ecakals finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nurmagomedov keeping full guard, as Ecakals tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ecakals keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nurmagomedov's head.
Ecakals stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nurmagomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for a guillotine here but Ecakals defends easily.
#T1#
Nurmagomedov keeping full guard, as Ecakals tries to pass.
Ecakals postures up in Nurmagomedov's guard and throws a big left but Nurmagomedov blocks it.
Ecakals is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ecakals is looking to advance position but Nurmagomedov has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Ecakals is looking to improve his position but Nurmagomedov isn't that keen on the idea.
Nurmagomedov cracks Ecakals with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#T2#
Nurmagomedov avoids the attempt from Ecakals to control.
Ecakals is trying desperately to improve position.
Nurmagomedov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ecakals hang on?
Nurmagomedov prevents Ecakals from getting the reversal.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ecakals taking shots to the head.
Nurmagomedov looking to finish Ecakals with some ground and pound. This is bad for Ecakals!
Nurmagomedov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ecakals hang on?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov prevents Ecakals from getting the reversal.
Ecakals tries to hold on but Nurmagomedov postures up.
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Ecakals takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A nice elbow there by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov with a couple of short strikes.#ROC#
Ecakals is rocked!#T3#
Nurmagomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Ecakals is still in real trouble! Can Nurmagomedov finish him?
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot to the head and Ecakals winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
A very excited looking Khabib Nurmagomedov 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.
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Event:
IFA Amsterdam
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1#
Bizihwaeile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nurmagomedov tries to counter with a takedown but Bizihwaeile is quick to defend against it.
Bizihwaeile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bizihwaeile defends it nicely.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bizihwaeile moves out of range of the strikes.
Bizihwaeile shapes to counter with a head kick.
Bizihwaeile connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nurmagomedov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bizihwaeile sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nurmagomedov avoids the head kick by Bizihwaeile.
Penoskip Bizihwaeile seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nurmagomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bizihwaeile lands a nice looking kick to the body. Nurmagomedov takes a step back to recover.
Bizihwaeile has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaeile feints and then cracks Nurmagomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nurmagomedov down.
Bizihwaeile stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bizihwaeile wants it to stay on the feet.
Bizihwaeile cracks the inside of Nurmagomedov's front leg.
Bizihwaeile defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Bizihwaeile slaps away a takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Bizihwaeile throws a nice inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Bizihwaeile there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Penoskip Bizihwaeile is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bizihwaeile tries to avoid it but Nurmagomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bizihwaeile to the ground. Bizihwaeile escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bizihwaeile throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nurmagomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bizihwaeile tries a quick counter leg kick but Nurmagomedov is wise to it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bizihwaeile.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Bizihwaeile scores with a leg kick.
Bizihwaeile is looking to slow Nurmagomedov down with leg kicks.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nurmagomedov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bizihwaeile can pounce on him.
Bizihwaeile throws a sloppy head kick and Nurmagomedov moves out of range easily. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bizihwaeile.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nurmagomedov goes for a double leg but Bizihwaeile avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bizihwaeile continues to drive forward.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Bizihwaeile sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov blocks a head kick by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Bizihwaeile scores with a push kick.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bizihwaeile.
Nurmagomedov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
Nurmagomedov looks for a takedown but Bizihwaeile sprawls well.
Bizihwaeile lands a head kick. Nurmagomedov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Bizihwaeile plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bizihwaeile lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T3#
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bizihwaeile feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nurmagomedov's calf.
Nurmagomedov misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
Nurmagomedov feinted with a counter takedown.
Bizihwaeile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nurmagomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bizihwaeile swivels and escapes.
Bizihwaeile fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bizihwaeile!
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nurmagomedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Bizihwaeile sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bizihwaeile throws a nice head kick!
Nurmagomedov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A good leg kick by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
Bizihwaeile misses with a head kick.
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
Bizihwaeile lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T4#
Nurmagomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bizihwaeile swivels and escapes.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bizihwaeile pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nurmagomedov.
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses.
Bizihwaeile throws a nice head kick!
A slapping leg kick lands for Bizihwaeile.
Nurmagomedov shoots in and drives through. Bizihwaeile sprawls well.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Bizihwaeile sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bizihwaeile throws a sloppy head kick and Nurmagomedov moves out of range easily.
Nurmagomedov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws a nice head kick!
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Penoskip Bizihwaeile dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nurmagomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses.
Nurmagomedov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bizihwaeile's waist but Bizihwaeile gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nurmagomedov off to one side.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses.
Bizihwaeile throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Bizihwaeile, looking for a takedown. Nurmagomedov pushes Bizihwaeile against the cage but Bizihwaeile circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaeile scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Nurmagomedov might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bizihwaeile ducks under a wild hook from Nurmagomedov.
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD#
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half 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!
Bizihwaeile wants to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Nurmagomedov prevents Bizihwaeile from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bizihwaeile manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bizihwaeile wants to stand up but Nurmagomedov is controlling him.
Bizihwaeile trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov stops Bizihwaeile from standing up. #SUB2#
Bizihwaeile working for a triangle but Nurmagomedov defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov scoring with some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bizihwaeile can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Bizihwaeile keeps moving.
Bizihwaeile really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurmagomedov postures up.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Bizihwaeile is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Bizihwaeile tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bizihwaeile keeps trying to improve his position.
Nurmagomedov stands up over Bizihwaeile, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nurmagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nurmagomedov prevents Bizihwaeile from getting back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Nurmagomedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bizihwaeile wants to stand but Nurmagomedov is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nurmagomedov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bizihwaeile throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Bizihwaeile throws a sloppy head kick and Nurmagomedov moves out of range easily.
Bizihwaeile throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown.
Nurmagomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bizihwaeile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nurmagomedov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bizihwaeile can pounce on him.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but Bizihwaeile avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that half lands.
Nice sprawl there from Bizihwaeile as Nurmagomedov shoots in.
Penoskip Bizihwaeile seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bizihwaeile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nurmagomedov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Bizihwaeile lands a high kick!
Nurmagomedov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bizihwaeile can pounce on him.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Bizihwaeile tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bizihwaeile manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Bizihwaeile sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bizihwaeile throws a nice head kick!
Bizihwaeile has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bizihwaeile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bizihwaeile dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nurmagomedov. That did some damage!
Nurmagomedov blocks a head kick by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws a sloppy head kick and Nurmagomedov moves out of range easily.
Nurmagomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bizihwaeile.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bizihwaeile lands a head kick!
Nurmagomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bizihwaeile tries to avoid it but Nurmagomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bizihwaeile to the ground. Bizihwaeile escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bizihwaeile stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bizihwaeile wants it to stay on the feet.
Nurmagomedov avoids the head kick by Bizihwaeile.
Nurmagomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bizihwaeile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Penoskip Bizihwaeile showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice body kick there by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile tries a head kick but it misses.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nurmagomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bizihwaeile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nurmagomedov tries to counter with a takedown but Bizihwaeile is quick to defend against it.
Bizihwaeile misses with a head kick.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses.
Nurmagomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Bizihwaeile gets double underhooks and turns Nurmagomedov into the cage.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bizihwaeile did well to prevent Nurmagomedov getting side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bizihwaeile is trying to get back to full guard.
Bizihwaeile controlling the position well. #T1#
Bizihwaeile is looking to escape.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Bizihwaeile is trying to stand.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bizihwaeile is looking to escape.
Nurmagomedov is trying to control. Bizihwaeile wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bizihwaeile looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bizihwaeile defending well though.
Bizihwaeile is looking to improve his position.
Bizihwaeile is trying to stand up here but Nurmagomedov is controlling him well.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov wants to take a breather but Bizihwaeile is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A head kick by Bizihwaeile misses #TD#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a takedown into side control.
Nurmagomedov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Khabib Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bizihwaeile avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Nurmagomedov.
Bizihwaeile is looking for a sweep.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound from side control.
Bizihwaeile is trying to get back to half guard.
Nurmagomedov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T3#
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Bizihwaeile is trying to get back to his feet.
Bizihwaeile defending against the ground and pound.
Bizihwaeile wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Nurmagomedov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bizihwaeile is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Nurmagomedov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
The strikes coming from Nurmagomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Bizihwaeile is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T4#
Nurmagomedov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Nurmagomedov lands an elbow.
Bizihwaeile is pushing Nurmagomedov's head away, looking to escape. Nurmagomedov manages to hold on to the position though.
Nurmagomedov looks up at the clock and then as Bizihwaeile takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Nurmagomedov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Nurmagomedov 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.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagomedov.
Bizihwaeile is trying to buck Nurmagomedov off.
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bizihwaeile to see if he's OK.
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!
Bizihwaeile takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khabib Nurmagomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bizihwaeile 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Penoskip Bizihwaeile!
Penoskip Bizihwaeile was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Ecklar lands a nice hook to Nurmagomedov's body. Nurmagomedov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ecklar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nurmagomedov at a distance.
Ecklar connects with a body shot that sends Nurmagomedov's belly button to the back.
Ecklar looks to land a combination but Nurmagomedov avoids it well.
Ecklar stuffs the takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
The crowd cheers as Ecklar lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nurmagomedov doesn't seem phased though.
Ecklar lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ecklar.
A left lands for Ecklar.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov fails to land with a series of punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ecklar manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nurmagomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nurmagomedov walks into a left hand.
Ecklar looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nurmagomedov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ecklar as he jumps to the side.
Nurmagomedov walks into a jab.#T1#
Good exchange - Ecklar coming out on top.
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch but Ecklar is having none of it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nurmagomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Ecklar, which made it look bad.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown.
Nurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ecklar darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ecklar avoids it really well and circles away.
Ecklar throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
Ecklar looks to land a combination. Nurmagomedov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ecklar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thomas Ecklar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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#
Ecklar tries to sprawl but Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Ecklar manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Nurmagomedov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Ecklar is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Ecklar breaks from the clinch.
Ecklar with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ecklar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ecklar throws a combination. Nurmagomedov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ecklar!
Nurmagomedov shoots and misses
and Ecklar counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Nurmagomedov is rocked!
Ecklar jabs at Nurmagomedov's body.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ecklar with a jab.#T3#
Ecklar stalks Nurmagomedov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Nurmagomedov's face. Nurmagomedov staggers backwards, shaken.
Oh Nurmagomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nurmagomedov shoots and misses
and Ecklar counters with a two punch combo.
Ecklar cracks Nurmagomedov with an open hand slap.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a double leg but Ecklar sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A nice combination there by Ecklar.
Jab by Ecklar.
No luck for Nurmagomedov with that takedown attempt.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ecklar sprawls well. Ecklar wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ecklar lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nurmagomedov seems to have got his legs back now.
Ecklar slaps away a takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ecklar with a nice cross.
Nurmagomedov shoots for a takedown but Ecklar saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ecklar scores with a three punch combo!
#T4#
Ecklar misses with a double jab.
#TD#
Nurmagomedov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ecklar wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Nurmagomedov is thwarting Ecklar's attempts to control the position.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Ecklar dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nurmagomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ecklar tries to avoid it but Nurmagomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ecklar to the ground. Ecklar escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nurmagomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ecklar lands a body shot.
Thomas Ecklar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ecklar lands with a right hand. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ecklar enables Nurmagomedov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ecklar manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Nurmagomedov won't allow Ecklar to sweep him here.
Ecklar trying to control the position.
Ecklar really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurmagomedov landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov connects with a couple of short punches.
Nurmagomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nurmagomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Nurmagomedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov works over Ecklar with some ground and pound from guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nurmagomedov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nurmagomedov is in close to Ecklar's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov with a nice head shot there.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nurmagomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of digs.
Nurmagomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nurmagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Ecklar.
Nurmagomedov cracks Ecklar with a solid left hand.#T2#
Nurmagomedov scoring with some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov forces his way into half guard.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Ecklar's head.
Nice strikes from Nurmagomedov there.
Khabib Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ecklar on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Ecklar taking some punishment here, with Nurmagomedov in his half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov trying to control from half guard but Ecklar is working away.
Nurmagomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nurmagomedov working over Ecklar with some ground and pound. Ecklar looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ecklar has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.#T3#
Ecklar is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ecklar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nurmagomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Ecklar's head.
Nurmagomedov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov.
Ecklar is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nurmagomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nurmagomedov working Ecklar over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Ecklar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurmagomedov is working away from the top position though.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4#
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nurmagomedov winds up and cracks Ecklar with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nurmagomedov winds up and cracks Ecklar with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ecklar has hold of Nurmagomedov's hands but Nurmagomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ecklar sees it coming and defends easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ecklar is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard.
Nice strikes from Nurmagomedov there.
Nurmagomedov winds up and cracks Ecklar with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Ecklar's head.
Nurmagomedov moves nicely into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Nurmagomedov gets the takedown into side control.
Nurmagomedov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Ecklar taking punishment in the form of punches.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nurmagomedov scores with punches from side control.
Nurmagomedov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov lands an elbow.
Nurmagomedov cracks Ecklar with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ecklar is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Ecklar is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov connects with a decent elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagomedov looks up at the clock and then as Ecklar takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Nurmagomedov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ecklar to see if he's OK.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ecklar to see if he's OK.
Nurmagomedov is chipping away with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Nurmagomedov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ecklar's shoulder. That is not cool.
Nurmagomedov looks up at the clock and then as Ecklar takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Nurmagomedov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ecklar is looking for a sweep.
Ecklar takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Nurmagomedov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Check out the look on Nurmagomedov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ecklar is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov connects with a decent elbow.
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound.
Ecklar is looking for a sweep.
Ecklar is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Check out the look on Nurmagomedov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Nurmagomedov looks up at the clock and then as Ecklar takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Nurmagomedov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T2#
Nurmagomedov is chipping away with strikes.
Nurmagomedov grinds an elbow into Ecklar's temple.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov lands a few punches from side control.
Check out the look on Nurmagomedov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Check out the look on Nurmagomedov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Nurmagomedov working the body and head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov lands some shots froms side control.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound.
Ecklar wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Nurmagomedov lands a nice forearm strike.
Nurmagomedov landing a few strikes.
Nurmagomedov cracks Ecklar with a big right hand but Ecklar just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Ecklar tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nurmagomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice forearm strike.
Ecklar can't do much from the bottom here.
Nurmagomedov is putting a hurting on Ecklar here, landing some big shots from side control.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice forearm strike.
Ecklar is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nurmagomedov is chipping away with strikes.
Nurmagomedov cracks Ecklar with a big elbow.
Nurmagomedov lands a decent elbow from side control. #ROC#
Ecklar is rocked!
Ecklar on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Ecklar is still in real trouble! Can Nurmagomedov finish him?
Nurmagomedov working the body and head with strikes. #T4#
Nurmagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ecklar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Ecklar down.
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov cracks Ecklar with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ecklar on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov is working Ecklar over with some ground and pound from side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ecklar is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov connects with a decent elbow.
Ecklar tries to buck Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov is having none of it.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov scoring with punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov working away.
Nurmagomedov lands an elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khabib Nurmagomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nurmagomedov 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Khabib Nurmagomedov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Ramirez wants to clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Nurmagomedov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Nurmagomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov scoring with some ground and pound. #ROC#
Ramirez is rocked!
Nurmagomedov arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Ramirez'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 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
A relieved looking Khabib Nurmagomedov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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