Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: BE 7: Smithers vs Kowalski
Date: Apr 18, 2024

#R1#
Beneke throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Beneke fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kruglov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kruglov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Beneke takes one to the side of the head.
Beneke moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice shot by Kruglov.
Beneke dives in for a single leg takedown but Kruglov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Beneke throws a big shot that misses.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
Beneke throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.
Beneke throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kruglov.
Beneke has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Beneke there as he acknowledges the shot.
Beneke uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Beneke throws a lazy uppercut
and Kruglov counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Beneke scores with a body shot.
Kruglov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kruglov lunges at Beneke with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Beneke's hand.
Kruglov delivers a nice body kick.
Beneke shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kruglov as he avoids it easily.
Beneke avoids the head kick by Kruglov. #T1#
Beneke missing with a left hand there. Kruglov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Beneke lands a really nice looking cross but Kruglov seems unphased.
Kruglov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Beneke momentarily.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kruglov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kruglov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Beneke moved out of range nicely.
Beneke jabs Kruglov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
Beneke shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kruglov as he jumps to the side.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mark Beneke.
Beneke ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kruglov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kruglov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Beneke takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beneke moves out of range of the body kick from Kruglov.
Beneke looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Beneke looks to land a right hand but Kruglov moved out of range.
Kruglov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Kruglov blocks a jab.
Kruglov throwing a counter right hand but Beneke manages to avoid it.
Beneke drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
It looks like Kruglov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Beneke misses with a hook.
Kruglov misses with a body shot
and Beneke counters with a straight right hand.
We've been informed that Beneke 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.
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.
Kruglov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A left lands for Kruglov.
Kruglov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kruglov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kruglov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Beneke keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a jab when Beneke was well out of range.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Beneke.
Beneke throws a nice looking combination but Kruglov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Jab by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a body punch but Beneke moves out of range.
Beneke blocks a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov connects with a solid leg kick.
Kruglov throws a big shot that misses.
Beneke moves out of range of the strikes.
Beneke takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kruglov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Beneke sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Beneke doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kruglov throws a right hand that misses
and Beneke counters with a straight right hand.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
and Beneke cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beneke attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kruglov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Beneke misses with a low kick as Kruglov jumps back.
Kruglov throws a counter high kick but Beneke was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Kruglov throws a hook to the side of Beneke's head but Beneke sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruglov swings widly with a right hand
and Beneke counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Kruglov misses with a looping right.
Beneke looks to throw the jab but Kruglov is out of range.
A big right from Beneke misses.
Kruglov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kruglov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Beneke.
Beneke on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kruglov. Kruglov obviously looking to wear him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beneke. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kruglov misses with a body kick.
Kruglov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kruglov misses with a straight left.
Beneke throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kruglov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from Beneke misses.
Kruglov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Beneke looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kruglov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beneke.
Kruglov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kruglov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kruglov throws a body kick that misses. #T5#
Kruglov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruglov misses with a hook to the body
and Beneke counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Beneke thuds his right hand into Kruglov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kruglov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Beneke gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kruglov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
Beneke tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nice sprawl there from Kruglov as Beneke shoots in.
Beneke uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Beneke thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Kruglov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kruglov swings for the body but Beneke moves out of range.
Kruglov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Beneke under the eye.
Beneke throws a looping overhand right but Kruglov ducks down to avoid it.
Good shot there by Kruglov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beneke moves away from the strike by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruglov lands with a slapping head kick. #T6#
Kruglov scores with a hook to the body. Beneke takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beneke slips under a jab.
Beneke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kruglov momentarily.
Beneke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kruglov.
Kruglov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Beneke moves away from the strike by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a shot from downtown. Beneke moves away and avoids it.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Beneke moved out of range nicely.
Mark Beneke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
A low kick from Beneke is predictable there
and Kruglov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kruglov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Beneke throws out the jab.
Kruglov moves out of range of the leg kick from Beneke.
The fighters circling - Kruglov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kruglov throws a lazy right hand but Beneke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kruglov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T7#
A big right from Beneke misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Beneke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body kick from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a straight left.
Beneke scores with the left hand. Kruglov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kruglov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Beneke misses with a looping right.
Kruglov works Beneke's body with a nice hook.
Beneke moves away from the strike by Kruglov.
Beneke cracks Kruglov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kruglov slips a jab from Beneke.
Beneke misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Beneke throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beneke pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kruglov slips a straight right by Beneke.
Beneke misses with a hook. Kruglov ducked under it nicely. #T8#
Nice straight punches there by Kruglov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kruglov.
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!
Beneke fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kruglov on the side of the head.
Kruglov throws a push kick but Beneke slaps the foot to one side.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kruglov.
Kruglov blocks a jab.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Beneke ducks right into an uppercut from Kruglov.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kruglov misses with a straight left.
Kruglov misses with a looping left.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Beneke looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Beneke paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kruglov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Beneke throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
Kruglov avoids the body shot from Beneke. #T9#
Kruglov looks to throw a body kick
and Beneke counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Beneke keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beneke.
Kruglov moves away from the strike by Beneke.
Kruglov misses with a hook.
Kruglov misses the shot to the body.
Beneke moves out of range as Kruglov throws a body kick.
Beneke uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kruglov.
Beneke looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kruglov moves away from the strike by Beneke.
Beneke takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Beneke with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Beneke blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters circling - Kruglov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Beneke scores with a decent looking hook.
Kruglov slips a jab from Beneke.
Kruglov throws a wild body kick that Beneke sees coming a mile off.
A little jabbing left from Beneke on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Beneke dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Beneke throws a head kick that misses.
Beneke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kruglov throws out the jab.
Beneke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kruglov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kruglov lands a jab to the head.
Kruglov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beneke can do to turn this around?
Beneke scores with a three punch combo!
Kruglov throws an overhand right that lands on Beneke's shoulder, as Beneke tries to avoid the shot.
Kruglov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Beneke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kruglov throws out the jab.
Beneke steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kruglov.
Kruglov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Beneke.
Beneke throws a hook but Kruglov blocks it.
Beneke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kruglov 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!
Beneke throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kruglov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kruglov clobbers Beneke with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Kruglov swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Beneke counter with a right hand.
Beneke bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kruglov's head backwards.
A nice leg kick from Beneke, right into the meat of the thigh.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Beneke might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kruglov has got the better of the exchanges.
Kruglov dips to his left and cracks Beneke with an uppercut!
Beneke has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A jab lands there for Beneke.
Beneke fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kruglov on the side of the head.
Kruglov tries to land a front kick but Beneke steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Donk. Beneke catches Kruglov right on the button with a cross.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
Kruglov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kruglov throws a jab when Beneke was well out of range.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Donk. Beneke catches Kruglov right on the button with a cross.
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!
Kruglov staying out of range there.
Beneke lands a glancing blow to the side of Kruglov's head.
Kruglov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Beneke counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beneke.
Beneke fails to land with a series of punches.
Beneke looks to land a left hand but Kruglov moved out of range nicely.
Beneke takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Viktor Kruglov is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice body punch from Kruglov.
Beneke fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kruglov on the side of the head.
Beneke will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kruglov throwing a counter right hand but Beneke manages to avoid it.
Beneke misses with a right hand
and Kruglov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beneke takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Beneke rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kruglov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Beneke saw that one coming.
Beneke looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beneke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kruglov throws a jab when Beneke was well out of range.
Beneke throws a looping overhand right but Kruglov ducks down to avoid it.
Kruglov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kruglov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T3#
Kruglov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Beneke avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kruglov lands with a cross.
Beneke looks for a takedown but Kruglov sprawls well.
The fighters circling - Beneke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Beneke throws a hook but Kruglov avoids it easily.
Sloppy strikes from Beneke. Those never looked like landing.
Kruglov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kruglov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Beneke throws a hook to the side of Kruglov's head but Kruglov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruglov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Beneke throws a jab when Kruglov was well out of range.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Beneke on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Donk. Kruglov catches Beneke right on the button with a cross.
Beneke misses with a body shot.
Kruglov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jab from Beneke.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beneke lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Beneke throws a hook but Kruglov avoids it easily.
Kruglov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Beneke throws a big shot that misses.
Beneke throws a leg kick
and Kruglov counters with a straight right hand.
Beneke misses with a body shot.
Beneke throws a lazy right hand but Kruglov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Kruglov blocks the leg kick.
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Beneke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kruglov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beneke was well out of range. Poor timing from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a looping right.
Beneke is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kruglov slips under a jab.#T5#
Kruglov sizes up Beneke with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Beneke throws an off balance right hand
and Kruglov counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Beneke is lucky that one didn't land flush. #ROC#Beneke is rocked!
Kruglov blocks a jab.
Kruglov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Beneke is still on wobbly legs! Can Kruglov finish him?
Kruglov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beneke.
Beneke connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Beneke seems to have recovered his senses.
Beneke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Beneke lunges at Kruglov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kruglov's hand.
Kruglov lunges at Beneke with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Beneke's hand.
Kruglov misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Beneke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beneke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kruglov throws out the jab.
Kruglov looks to land a right hand but Beneke moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
A jab from Beneke misses. #T6#
Kruglov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Beneke uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruglov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No joy there for Beneke, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Beneke lands a head kick. Kruglov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Beneke fails with a takedown attempt.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mark Beneke.
Kruglov throws a right and a left that Beneke avoids nicely.
Beneke staying out of range there.
Beneke takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Beneke misses with a body shot.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut.
Beneke lands the left hand.
Beneke goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kruglov misses with a head kick. #T7#
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Beneke misses.
Beneke defending well as Kruglov loads up on a big left hand.
Beneke swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
and Beneke counters with a nice uppercut.
Beneke swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Beneke throws a series of punches but Kruglov moves out of range.
Beneke throws a wild body kick that Kruglov sees coming a mile off.
Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beneke.
Beneke lands a lovely overhand right.
Kruglov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Donk. Beneke catches Kruglov right on the button with a cross.
Kruglov loads up on a big right hand but Beneke slips the punch.
Kruglov throws a lazy body kick
letting Beneke counter with a right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kruglov, as that shot connected.
Beneke throws a big shot that misses.
Beneke paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T8#
Beneke misses with the combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruglov is looking to slow Beneke down with leg kicks.
Kruglov slips a jab from Beneke.
Kruglov misses with a hook. Beneke ducked under it nicely.
Good shot there by Kruglov.
A telegraphed right hand from Kruglov misses the target.
Kruglov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Beneke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruglov.
Kruglov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Beneke lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Beneke misses the jab.
Beneke misses with a looping right.
Kruglov connects with the punch.
Kruglov misses with a head kick. #T9#
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Beneke moved out of range nicely.
Kruglov lands with a cross.
Beneke slips a jab from Kruglov.
Beneke keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Beneke feints a counter leg kick.
Beneke throws an overhand right that lands on Kruglov's shoulder, as Kruglov tries to avoid the shot.
Beneke blocks a jab.
Kruglov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kruglov throws a quick counter kick to the body but Beneke avoids it.
Kruglov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kruglov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Beneke slips under a jab from Kruglov.
Beneke misses with a hook.
Kruglov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Beneke connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kruglov scrambles back to his feet.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
Beneke has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kruglov finds it's way round the side to connect with Beneke's head.
Kruglov moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Kruglov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
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 Viktor Kruglov will probably get the nod.
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#
Kruglov tries to bum rush Beneke with a series of wild strikes but Beneke uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kruglov lands a head kick!
Beneke misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kruglov.
Beneke lands with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Beneke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beneke looks to land a combination but Kruglov avoids it well.
An attempted straight right counter from Kruglov misses the target.
Kruglov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Beneke.
Beneke misses with a leg kick.
Beneke takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kruglov checks a low kick from Beneke.
Kruglov throws a lazy uppercut
letting Beneke counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beneke slips under a jab from Kruglov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Beneke! But no joy.
Beneke throws a hook but Kruglov blocks it.
Beneke paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kruglov throws a hook but Beneke blocks it.
Beneke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kruglov momentarily. #T1#
Beneke tries to land a front kick but Kruglov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Beneke misses with a straight right.
Beneke with a poor takedown
and Kruglov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Beneke looks to land a right hand but Kruglov moved out of range.
Beneke avoids a kick to the body.
Beneke goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Beneke connects with a right hand. Kruglov shakes it off.
Beneke looks to land a combination. Kruglov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Beneke takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Beneke avoids a kick to the body.
Beneke takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Beneke looks to throw the jab but Kruglov is out of range.
Beneke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
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!
Beneke moves out of range of the body kick.
Beneke now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Beneke slips a jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Beneke throws a good cross that connects.
Beneke gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Beneke throws a right and a left that Kruglov avoids nicely.
Beneke jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruglov moves away from the strike by Beneke.
Kruglov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Beneke lands a really nice looking cross but Kruglov seems unphased.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Kruglov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Beneke dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kruglov. That did some damage!
Kruglov throws a body punch but Beneke moves out of range.
Beneke feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kruglovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kruglov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Beneke throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Beneke throws a hook to the side of Kruglov's head but Kruglov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruglov swings for the body but Beneke moves out of range.
Beneke fails to land with a series of punches.
Kruglov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kruglov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Beneke sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Beneke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruglov slips a jab and a cross from Beneke.
Beneke uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kruglov has time to react.
Beneke shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Beneke connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kruglov's hands.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
Beneke gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kruglov.
Beneke takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Beneke blocks a jab.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Beneke takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beneke connects with a body shot that sends Kruglov's belly button to the back.
Beneke scores with a jab to the head.
Beneke scores with a head kick. Kruglov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kruglov moves out of range of the body kick.#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Kruglov and sends Beneke crashing to the mat! Kruglov follows him down to the mat - Beneke regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #SUB2#
Beneke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kruglov wants to stand but Beneke has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Kruglov trying to control from half guard but Beneke is working away. #T5##SU#
Kruglov decides to return to a standing position.
Beneke throws a lazy right hand but Kruglov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
Kruglov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Beneke throws a right hand that Kruglov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kruglov also avoids with ease.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kruglov misses with a straight right.
Kruglov throws a head kick but Beneke moves out of range.
Kruglov misses with a lunging right hand
and Beneke counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kruglov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Beneke has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kruglov moves away from the strike by Beneke.
Beneke has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Beneke there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kruglov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Beneke finds it's way round the side to connect with Kruglov's head. #T6#
Beneke throws a jab when Kruglov was well out of range.
Kruglov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruglov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kruglov lands a nice hook to Beneke's body. Beneke takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beneke keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Beneke saw that one coming.
Beneke tries to counter with a clinch but Kruglov shakes him off and moves away.
Beneke with a poor takedown
letting Kruglov counter with a right hand.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mark Beneke.
Beneke throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kruglov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Beneke misses with a hook. Kruglov ducked under it nicely.
Beneke misses with a straight left.
Beneke with a hook.
Beneke throws a hook to the side of Kruglov's head but Kruglov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good shot there by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a looping overhand right but Beneke ducks down to avoid it.
Beneke looks to throw the jab but Kruglov is out of range. #T7#
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Beneke saw that one coming.
Beneke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kruglov.
Kruglov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kruglov lands with a straight right. Beneke didn't see that one coming.
Kruglov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beneke.
Kruglov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick and Beneke moves out of range easily.
Kruglov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Beneke.
Beneke swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Beneke throws a body shot but no joy.
Beneke works Kruglov's body with a nice hook.
Beneke has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kruglov finds it's way round the side to connect with Beneke's head.
Kruglov defending well as Beneke loads up on a big left hand.
Beneke works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Beneke saw that one coming.#T8#
Beneke tests Kruglov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beneke lands a lovely overhand right.
Beneke takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kruglov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from Kruglov misses its intended target.
Beneke fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kruglov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Beneke throws an overhand right that lands on Kruglov's shoulder, as Kruglov tries to avoid the shot.
Kruglov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Beneke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Beneke thuds his right hand into Kruglov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kruglov throws a lazy right hand but Beneke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kruglov throws out a loose jab but Beneke uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruglov is looking to land body kicks.#T9#
Kruglov is looking to land body kicks.
Kruglov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beneke.
Kruglov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Beneke steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Beneke tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kruglov swivels and escapes.
Kruglov scores with a hook.
Kruglov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kruglov tries to land a body kick
and Beneke connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Beneke takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kruglov throws the left hand but Beneke avoids the punch easily.
Mark Beneke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beneke blocks a jab.
Beneke throws a jab when Kruglov was well out of range.
The fighters circling - Beneke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kruglov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Beneke jabs Kruglov right on the nose. Kruglov blinks but takes it well.
Kruglov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.

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 Viktor Kruglov.
Well Kruglov 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 Ben Watson scores the fight for Viktor Kruglov!
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight for Viktor Kruglov!
Judge Topper Green scores the fight for Viktor Kruglov!

Viktor Kruglov wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Viktor Kruglov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: BE 6: Smithers vs Axelsen
Date: Mar 22, 2024

#R1#
Kruglov throws a shot from downtown. Ozbourne moves away and avoids it.
Ozbourne lands with a hook. Kruglov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ozbourne throws a hook but Kruglov blocks it.
Ozbourne swings widly with a right hand
and Kruglov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ozbourne thinking.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
Ozbourne throws a shot from downtown. Kruglov moves away and avoids it.
Ozbourne blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
Ozbourne walks into a stiff left hand from Kruglov.
Ozbourne misses with the combination.
Kruglov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Ozbourne lands with a nice body punch.
Ozbourne takes a swing at Kruglov's ribcage but misses.
Ozbourne pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov lands with an overhand left.
The fighters circling - Kruglov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ozbourne blocks the body kick.
Kruglov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've been told by Kruglov's head coaches at Shark Tank Private Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Kruglov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ozbourne.
Ozbourne throws a jab when Kruglov was well out of range.
Kruglov lands a nice looking body shot.
Ozbourne tests Kruglov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ozbourne.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Ozbourne saw that one coming.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ozbourne.
Ozbourne throws the left hand but Kruglov avoids the punch easily.
Kruglov is looking to counter punch.
Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ozbourne.
Kruglov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A big right from Ozbourne misses.
Kruglov swings for the body but Ozbourne moves out of range.
Ozbourne connects with an inside leg kick.
Ozbourne slips under a jab.
Ozbourne connects with a body shot.
Ozbourne keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov backing away here, and Ozbourne unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ozbourne scores with a jab to 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!
Ozbourne avoids a kick to the body. #T2#
Kruglov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ozbourne throws a body shot but no joy.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
Ozbourne swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ozbourne punishes Kruglov's body with a nice straight punch.
Ozbourne lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ozbourne dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kruglov. That did some damage!
Ozbourne takes one on the button.
Kruglov avoids the body shot from Ozbourne.
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ozbourne moves away.
Ozbourne throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.
Ozbourne scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ozbourne lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ozbourne throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ozbourne jabs at Kruglov's body.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kruglov is breathing heavily.
Kruglov throws a lazy head kick
and Ozbourne counters with a straight right hand.
Ozbourne moves away from the strike by Kruglov. #T3#
Kruglov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kruglov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ozbourne swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov throws an off balance right hand
and Ozbourne counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kruglov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ozbourne pounces like a tiger and cracks Kruglov with a vicious hook! Kruglov is down but not out! Ozbourne follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ziggy Ozbourne!
A very excited looking Ziggy Ozbourne 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: BE 5: Smithers vs Bronson 2
Date: Mar 08, 2024

#R1#
Rhat misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kruglov throws a head kick that Rhat semi-blocks.
Jim Rhat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov looks to land a body kick but Rhat moved away.
Kruglov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rhat. Rhat circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kruglov scores with a nice strike.#TD#
Rhat looking to score a takedown here. Kruglov is defending well but Rhat drives through and ends up in Kruglov's 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.
Rhat stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kruglov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rhat is looking to work some ground and pound but Kruglov has wrist control.
Rhat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kruglov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rhat is one step ahead there.
Kruglov is looking to stand back up but Rhat counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Kruglov. #T1#
Kruglov wants to get back to his feet.
Rhat definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kruglov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kruglov is trying to maintain the position but Rhat is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Rhat is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rhat is pressing down on Kruglov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kruglov is holding on for now.
Rhat thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kruglov's head.
Kruglov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Rhat wants to free his trapped foot but Kruglov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rhat throwing shots but Kruglov is blocking nicely. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rhat wants to free his trapped foot but Kruglov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #ES2#
Kruglov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Rhat keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Kruglov.
Kruglov looking to stall.
A short uppercut from Kruglov.
Kruglov cracks Rhat with a nice body shot.
Rhat tries to pull guard but Kruglov holds him up against the ropes and eventually Rhat drops back down to his feet.
Kruglov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rhat is trying to pull guard but Kruglov turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Rhat has Kruglov pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Rhat pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Kruglov tumbling to the mat - Rhat dives into Kruglov's guard.
Kruglov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kruglov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kruglov wants to stand but Rhat is controlling the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Kruglov keeping full guard, as Rhat tries to pass.
Rhat in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kruglov looking to control.
Kruglov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kruglov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rhat stops Kruglov from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rhat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kruglov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rhat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Kruglov moves out of range of the body kick from Rhat. #T4#
A clash of legs there as Kruglov blocks the low kick.
Rhat tries a low kick but Kruglov avoids it.
Kruglov loads up on a big right hand but Rhat slips the punch.
Rhat catches Kruglov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kruglov lunges at Rhat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rhat's hand.
Rhat fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kruglov misses with a kick to the body.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Rhat closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kruglov's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov wants to stand but Rhat is controlling the position.
Rhat wants to pass the guard but Kruglov is keeping the position.
Rhat trying to control but Kruglov is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Kruglov wriggles free and stands up. #T5##TD#
Rhat shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kruglov napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Kruglov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
A thudding body kick lands there by Kruglov!
Rhat takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Rhat moved out of range nicely.
Rhat throws a poor cross that misses
and Kruglov counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Rhat is lucky that one didn't land flush.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rhat gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kruglov counters with a stiff right hand.
Rhat throws a low kick but Kruglov avoids it.
Rhat is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rhat misses with a low kick as Kruglov jumps back.
Rhat slips a straight right by Kruglov.
Kruglov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kruglov scores with a leg kick. #T6#
Rhat ducks right into an uppercut from Kruglov.
Kruglov stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim Rhat. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kruglov stuffs the takedown.
Kruglov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Rhat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rhat shoots in but Kruglov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rhat shoots for a double leg takedown but Kruglov sprawls well. He's pushed Rhat's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rhat lands a glancing blow to the side of Kruglov's head.#TD#
Rhat closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kruglov quickly recovers to half guard.
Kruglov is looking to escape.
Rhat tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kruglov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kruglov looks like he's trying to stand up. #T7#
Rhat passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kruglov!
Rhat lands a nice shot to the head.
Kruglov tries to hold on but Rhat postures up.
Rhat wants to control the action but instead Kruglov gets a body lock and reverses into Rhat's guard! Nice work! #SUB#
Rhat working for a triangle but Kruglov defends it easily.
Kruglov wanted to stand there but Rhat had control of the position.
Rhat wants to sweep but no luck. #T8##SUB#
Rhat is looking for a triangle but Kruglov pushes his legs off easily.
Rhat wants to sweep here but Kruglov controlling him for the moment.
Rhat is working hard here to advance position.
Rhat keeping full guard, as Kruglov tries to pass.
Kruglov wanted to stand there but Rhat had control of the position.
Rhat can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kruglov controls the pace.
Let's hope that Kruglov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Kruglov is looking to stand up but Rhat won't let him. #T9##SU2#
Kruglov gets to his feet - Rhat follows without any prompting.
Kruglov lands a nice shot that snaps Rhat's head back.
Kruglov moves out of range as Rhat strikes.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kruglov moves out of range of the leg kick from Rhat.
Kruglov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rhat manages to avoid it.#TD#
Rhat looking to score a takedown here. Kruglov is defending well but Rhat drives through and ends up in Kruglov's guard.
Rhat wants to pass the guard but Kruglov is keeping the position.
Kruglov is looking to stand up but Rhat isn't so interested in that idea.
Rhat pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kruglov is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Rhat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kruglov scores with a kick to the midsection.#CL2#
Kruglov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Kruglov lands a hook that snaps the head of Rhat backwards.
Kruglov trying to control the position but instead, Rhat has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kruglov into the ropes.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Rhat is trying to pull guard but Kruglov turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Rhat fails to pull guard.
Kruglov is trying to stall.
Kruglov lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kruglov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Rhat looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kruglov is fending him off so far but Rhat persists. Nope, Kruglov circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim Rhat. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rhat tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kruglov defends well and Rhat ends up having to push Kruglov into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Kruglov breaks the clinch.
Kruglov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T1#
Rhat changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kruglov tries to avoid it but Rhat manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kruglov to the ground. Kruglov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rhat rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kruglov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kruglov delivers a nice body kick.
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rhat is just out of range.
Nice body punch from Kruglov.
Rhat scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kruglov thuds a left hand into Rhat's body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rhat blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rhat is just out of range.
Kruglov lands with a shot to the body.
Rhat misses with a looping right.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kruglov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Rhat eats them both and turns towards Kruglov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rhat uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Rhat swinging wildly here. #T2#
Rhat throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
Rhat shoots in for a double leg but Kruglov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kruglov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rhat was well out of range. Poor timing from Kruglov.#CL2#
Kruglov has closed the distance and engaged Rhat in a clinch. #TD#
Rhat has clasped his hands together around Kruglov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Kruglov is looking to regain half guard here but Rhat keeps moving and retains side control.
Rhat trying to control the position but Kruglov is working away.
Kruglov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kruglov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kruglov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rhat wants to free his trapped foot but Kruglov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kruglov wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Rhat is stalling here. Kruglov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rhat seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Kruglov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Rhat tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Kruglov stands up.
Kruglov tries to clinch there but Rhat circles away.
Kruglov looks to land a body kick but Rhat moved away.
Kruglov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rhat's head backwards.
Kruglov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Rhat manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rhat tries to counter with a takedown but Kruglov is quick to defend against it.
Rhat throws the kick towards the body but Kruglov avoids it.
Rhat shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kruglov defends it nicely.#T4#
Kruglov swings for the body but Rhat moves out of range. #TD#
Rhat drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kruglov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov is trying to stand up here but Rhat is controlling him well.
Rhat is looking to advance position but Kruglov won't allow it. #SUB#
Rhat is trying to work for a kimura but Kruglov is defending well. #SUB#
Rhat seems to be working for a kimura but Kruglov defends the submission attempt.
Rhat is thwarting Kruglov's attempts to control the position.
Jim Rhat overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T5#
Rhat tries to pass to full mount but Kruglov defends it.
Kruglov wants to get back to full guard.
Kruglov has hold of Rhat's hands but Rhat slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kruglov is holding on to half guard well.
Rhat throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Rhat is keen to just control but Kruglov is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Rhat is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rhat stops Kruglov from getting back to his feet. #T6#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rhat looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kruglov is trying to stand up here but Rhat is controlling him well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Rhat throws a looping overhand right but Kruglov ducks down to avoid it.
Rhat shoots in but no luck this time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Rhat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rhat has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Kruglov gets a clinch.
Rhat tries to pull guard but Kruglov holds him up against the ropes and eventually Rhat drops back down to his feet.
Rhat fails to pull guard.
Rhat tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kruglov smiles and moves away.
Kruglov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rhat stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T7#
Kruglov punishes Rhat's body with a nice straight punch.
Kruglov avoids the head kick by Rhat.
Kruglov tries to clinch up.
Rhat throws an off balance right hand
and Kruglov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Rhat shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kruglov but Kruglov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rhat throws a jab but it's blocked by Kruglov.
Kruglov scores with a decent looking hook.
Kruglov scores with a jab to the body.
Kruglov throws a series of punches but Rhat moves out of range.
Kruglov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Rhat looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kruglov is fending him off so far but Rhat persists. Nope, Kruglov circles away and we're back to standing.
Rhat misses with a right hand
and Kruglov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rhat sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T8#
Rhat stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruglov.
Rhat will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Rhat throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kruglov was covering up waiting for the punch and Rhat finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rhat tries to free his leg and advance position but Kruglov is retaining full guard.
Rhat trying to control the position from guard on top but Kruglov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rhat prevents Kruglov from getting back to his feet.
Rhat trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rhat is looking to work some ground and pound but Kruglov has wrist control.
Rhat passes Kruglov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rhat is looking to take a break and control but Kruglov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rhat stops Kruglov from getting back to his feet. #T9#
Rhat looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kruglov is trying to stand up here but Rhat is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kruglov.
Rhat fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kruglov on the side of the head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kruglov, as that shot connected.
Rhat is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kruglov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A nice side step and Kruglov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kruglov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rhat to score with a decent uppercut.
Rhat avoids the head kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kruglov slips under a jab.
Kruglov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kruglov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kruglov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kruglov throws a push kick but Rhat slaps the foot to one side.
Rhat ducks under a wild hook from Kruglov.
A clash of legs there as Kruglov blocks the low kick.
Kruglov misses with a kick to the body.
A jab from Kruglov does it's job there.
Rhat looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kruglov is fending him off so far but Rhat persists. Nope, Kruglov circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body kick there by Kruglov.
Rhat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rhat listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Kruglov.
Rhat shoots in for a double leg but Kruglov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rhat.

Kruglov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kruglov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rhat. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Rhat misses
and Kruglov counters with a big head kick but Rhat shrugs it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kruglov misses with the body kick#TD#
and Rhat counters with a takedown into side control.
Rhat advances nicely into full mount.
Rhat unloads with some shots from mount but Kruglov bucks and avoids them well.
Rhat throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T2##SUB#
Rhat swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Kruglov is now in Rhat's guard. A big mistake from Rhat there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB#
Rhat throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rhat is on top in guard. #REVR##ES2#
Kruglov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Kruglov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rhat throws a head kick that misses.
Rhat takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rhat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A low kick from Rhat is predictable there
and Kruglov counters with a solid body kick. #T3#
Kruglov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rhat was well out of range. Poor timing from Kruglov.
Rhat tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL2#
Kruglov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC2#
Kruglov breaks the clinch.
Kruglov punishes Rhat's body with a nice straight punch.
Rhat throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kruglov.
Kruglov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rhat throws a sloppy head kick
and Kruglov counters with a nice body shot.
Rhat throws a shot from downtown. Kruglov moves away and avoids it.
Rhat shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kruglov as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim Rhat. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kruglov moves out of range as Rhat strikes.
Kruglov swings for the body but Rhat moves out of range.
Kruglov scores with a body shot.
Kruglov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Nice sprawl there from Kruglov as Rhat shoots in.#T4#
Rhat throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rhat takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rhat fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kruglov avoids it really well and circles away.
Rhat tries to land a front kick but Kruglov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rhat misses with a body kick.
Kruglov works the jab nicely.
Rhat looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kruglov lands a slapping body shot.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Rhat saw that one coming.
Rhat rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kruglov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rhat throws a wild body kick that Kruglov sees coming a mile off.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kruglov.#T5#
Kruglov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kruglov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#TD#
Rhat drives through with a takedown into guard.
Rhat throws a big elbow that misses.
Rhat pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kruglov is keeping the position for now.
Rhat stops Kruglov from standing up.
Rhat won't allow Kruglov to sweep him here.
Rhat won't allow Kruglov to get back to his feet.
Rhat advances to half guard.
Kruglov is trying to maintain the position but Rhat is very close to passing his half guard.
Rhat trying to control the action but Kruglov is working from the bottom. #T6#
Rhat wants to pass the guard but Kruglov is defending well.
Kruglov is staying active underneath Rhat, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Rhat is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kruglov wants to improve his position but Rhat is controlling well.
Kruglov gets back to full guard.
Kruglov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T7#
Kruglov wants to stand and escape but Rhat is having none of it.
Rhat trying to control but Kruglov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Rhat uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jim Rhat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruglov stuffs the takedown attempt from Rhat. Rhat gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Kruglov darts in and clinches Rhat up against the ropes.#BC2#
Kruglov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Rhat dives in and scores a takedown into Kruglov's guard.
Rhat has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rhat looking to pass the guard.
Viktor Kruglov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kruglov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T8#
Kruglov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rhat is controlling him.
Rhat is looking to work some ground and pound but Kruglov has wrist control.#ES2#
Kruglov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Rhat throws a leg kick but Kruglov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kruglov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rhat tries a head kick but it misses.
Rhat throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kruglov counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Rhat shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kruglov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Rhat wants to pass the guard but Kruglov is keeping the position.#T9##SUB#
Rhat drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kruglov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kruglov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kruglov! #REVB#
Rhat looking for a sweep but Kruglov has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Rhat is desperately trying to improve his position but Kruglov has a good base and remains in mount.#SU2#
Kruglov gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rhat lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kruglov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kruglov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Nice uppercut lands for Kruglov. That snapped Rhat's head back.
Rhat chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kruglov can pounce on him.
Kruglov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Rhat has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kruglov finds it's way round the side to connect with Rhat's head.
Rhat stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruglov.
Kruglov lands a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Kruglov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kruglov 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight for Viktor Kruglov!
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight for Viktor Kruglov!
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight for Viktor Kruglov!

Viktor Kruglov wins by unanimous decision!
Viktor Kruglov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 80:Akutagawa vs Kruglov 2
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Akutagawa misses with an uppercut. Kruglov saw that one coming.
Akutagawa definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kruglov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Akutagawa.
Kruglov jabs Akutagawa to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kruglov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kruglov punishes Akutagawa's body with a nice straight punch.
Akutagawa takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Akutagawa doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kruglov is looking to land body kicks.
A counter left hand to the body from Akutagawa misses its target.
Akutagawa throws a big shot that misses.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
Akutagawa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Akutagawa tried to counter with a leg kick but Kruglov avoided it.
A cross from Kruglov lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruglov misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
Kruglov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Akutagawa is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kruglov scores with a hook.
Akutagawa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruglov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Akutagawa throwing a counter right hand but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Akutagawa checks a leg kick.
It looked like Akutagawa was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kruglov.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kruglov.
Akutagawa thuds his shin into the meat of Kruglov's side.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov misses with a body punch
and Akutagawa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akutagawa looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruglov is just out of range.
A good leg kick by Kruglov.
Akutagawa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruglov throws a counter combo.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Kruglov lands with a nice body kick.
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akutagawa moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Akutagawa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A bone on bone clash there as Kruglov blocks the leg kick.
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!
Kruglov lands a jab to Akutagawa's midsection.
Kruglov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Akutagawa rather than just go for the knockout.
Kruglov takes a swing at Akutagawa's ribcage but misses.
Kruglov misses with a wild body shot.
Akutagawa connects with a jab.
Jab, jab by Akutagawa - just one landing.
Kruglov staying out of range there.
Kruglov is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Kruglov moves into range and clinches up with Akutagawa.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Akutagawa. #T3#
Kruglov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Akutagawa's efforts to push away.
Kruglov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kruglov stalling the fight.
Nice body punch from Akutagawa - that landed with a thud. #BC#
Akutagawa breaks from the clinch.
Kruglov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kruglov stuns Akutagawa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Akutagawa tries to work over Kruglov's front leg with a kick but Kruglov checks it.
A left and a right from Kruglov both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Ryu Akutagawa has been cut.
Kruglov blocks a leg kick.
A jab from Akutagawa misses.
Akutagawa throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Akutagawa throws out a leg kick but Kruglov moves out of range and Akutagawa only half commits. #T4#
Akutagawa punishes Kruglov's body with a nice straight punch.
A clash of legs there as Kruglov blocks the low kick.
A leg kick checked by Kruglov.
Kruglov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Akutagawa with a body shot.
Akutagawa on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov cracks a nice hook into Akutagawa's ribs.
Crunch! Kruglov slams his shin into Akutagawa's torso.
Kruglov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Akutagawa counters with a right hand to the body.
Kruglov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Akutagawa.
Kruglov tries to clinch up.
Kruglov throws a lazy right hand but Akutagawa sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Both fighters circling a little - Kruglov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Akutagawa thows a leg kick but Kruglov checks it
and Kruglov 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.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryu Akutagawa's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Akutagawa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Akutagawa.
Akutagawa throws a leg kick which misses Kruglov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kruglov tries to avoid it.
Akutagawa throws out a loose jab but Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kruglov throws the kick towards the body but Akutagawa avoids it.
Akutagawa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses the jab.
Akutagawa appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov connects with a body shot that sends Akutagawa's belly button to the back.
Akutagawa fakes the leg kick and cracks Kruglov in the body.
Akutagawa throws a chopping leg kick but Kruglov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kruglov takes one on the button.#T1#
Kruglov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Akutagawa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Akutagawa misses with a body shot.
Akutagawa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akutagawa takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kruglov blocks a leg kick.
Akutagawa tries to work over Kruglov's front leg with a kick but Kruglov checks it.
Kruglov thuds a left hand into Akutagawa's body.
Kruglov tries to clinch but Akutagawa is having none of it.
Kruglov throws a poor cross that misses
and Akutagawa counters with a stiff right hand.
Akutagawa throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
Akutagawa tried to counter with a leg kick but Kruglov avoided it.
Kruglov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Akutagawa counters with an outside leg kick.
Akutagawa jabs at Kruglov's body.
Kruglov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Akutagawa misses its target.
Kruglov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Akutagawa walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Akutagawa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akutagawa stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kruglov takes a swing at Akutagawa's ribcage but misses.
Akutagawa with a jab.
Kruglov is looking to clinch. #T3#
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick and Akutagawa moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.
Akutagawa throws a hook to the side of Kruglov's head but Kruglov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruglov punishes Akutagawa's body with a nice straight punch.
Kruglov throws a jab but it's blocked by Akutagawa.
Akutagawa blocks the body kick.
As Kruglov backs away, Akutagawa returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Akutagawa avoids the head kick by Kruglov.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kruglov throws a jab but it's blocked by Akutagawa.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Akutagawa.
Akutagawa moves out of range of the body kick.#T4#
Akutagawa misses with a head kick.
Kruglov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Akutagawa with a body shot.
Akutagawa throws the left hand but Kruglov avoids the punch easily.
Kruglov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Akutagawa takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Akutagawa connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A telegraphed right hand from Kruglov misses the target.
Akutagawa throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Akutagawa to counter with a crisp jab.
Akutagawa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Akutagawa scores with a hook to the body. Kruglov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kruglov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Akutagawa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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 Ryu Akutagawa will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ryu Akutagawa's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kruglov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akutagawa.
Kruglov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAkutagawa.
Kruglov misses with the body kick
and Akutagawa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kruglov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kruglov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Akutagawa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kruglov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Akutagawa misses with a body kick.
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Akutagawa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A shot to the body from Kruglov misses
and Kruglov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akutagawa thuds a left hand into Kruglov's body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Akutagawa crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kruglov - the referee stops the clock and Akutagawa gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kruglov. Akutagawa manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Akutagawa throws a front kick that sends Kruglov stumbling back into the cage.
Akutagawa is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T1#
Kruglov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Akutagawa throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kruglov avoids it.
Akutagawa missing with a left hand there. Kruglov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kruglov throws a head kick but Akutagawa moves out of range.
Akutagawa thuds his shin into the meat of Kruglov's side.
Kruglov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Akutagawa throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Akutagawa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kruglov.
And Kruglov responds with a good body kick, but Akutagawa manages to step out the way in time.
Akutagawa smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Akutagawa is just out of range.
Akutagawa throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kruglov lands a nice hook to Akutagawa's body. Akutagawa takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Akutagawa connects with a body shot that sends Kruglov's belly button to the back.
Akutagawa swats away the attempt to clinch by Kruglov.#CL2#
Kruglov has Akutagawa up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Akutagawa breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov misses with a wild body shot.
Akutagawa throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Kruglov takes one to the chin there.
Akutagawa misses with a shot to the body
and Kruglov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akutagawa on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Akutagawa takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kruglov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akutagawa was well out of range. Poor timing from Kruglov.
Akutagawa tried to counter with a leg kick but Kruglov avoided it.
Akutagawa connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kruglov tries to clinch up.
Akutagawa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Akutagawa throws a jab when Kruglov was well out of range.
Akutagawa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kruglov throws a push kick but Akutagawa slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Akutagawa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Akutagawa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kruglov throws out the jab.
Akutagawa misses with a looping right.
Kruglov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Akutagawa misses with a hook. Kruglov ducked under it nicely.
Akutagawa takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov works Akutagawa's body with a nice hook.
Akutagawa misses with an uppercut.
Akutagawa fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kruglov misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Akutagawa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kruglov closes the distance but Akutagawa moves to the side
and Akutagawa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

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 Ryu Akutagawa.
I think Akutagawa 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:29
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ryu Akutagawa!
A relieved looking Ryu Akutagawa 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: HFC 76
Date: Dec 02, 2023

#R1#
Hammer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kruglov counters with a nice body kick.
Hammer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hammer swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov tried to counter with a leg kick but Hammer avoided it.
Hammer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hammer.
It looked like Kruglov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hammer.
A big left from Kruglov misses.
A nice side step and Hammer releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Hammer takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kruglov dips to his left and cracks Hammer with an uppercut!
Hammer misses with a hook to the body
letting Kruglov counter with a right hand.
Hammer just misses with a punch to the body.
Hammer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Hammer is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kruglov rather than just go for the knockout.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hammer.
Kruglov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kruglov digs a good hook to Hammer's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov lands with a shot to the body.
No joy there for Kruglov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hammer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Hammer swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
As Hammer tries to get set, Kruglov tries to push him back and clinch up but Hammer manages to avoid the attempt.#T1#
A combination from Kruglov does no damage.
Kruglov throws a wild body kick that Hammer sees coming a mile off.
Hammer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hammer.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hammer. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Hammer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov catches Hammer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hammer throws a body shot but no joy.
Kruglov throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hammer avoids it.
Kruglov scores with a jab. Hammer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hammer sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kruglov lands a nice hook to Hammer's body. Hammer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kruglov throws a hook to the side of Hammer's head but Hammer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hammer. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruglov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hammer lands a nice hook to Kruglov's body. Kruglov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hammer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hammer misses the shot to the body.
Kruglov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kruglov thuds a left hand into Hammer's body.
Hammer avoids the body shot from Kruglov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hammer. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hammer looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruglov is just out of range.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hammer.
Kruglov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Kruglov. Beautiful body shot.
Hammer avoids the head kick by Kruglov.
Hammer misses with a wild body shot.
Kruglov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kruglov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kruglov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hammer with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kruglov to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Kruglov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Hammer throws a big shot that misses.
Kruglov connects with a high kick.
Kruglov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Hammer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruglov.
Kruglov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hammer lands a nice looking body shot.
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Hammer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hammer takes a swing at Kruglov's ribcage but misses.
Kruglov misses with a series of wild punches.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kruglov - that will leave a mark!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hammer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hammer.#T4#
Kruglov misses with a double jab.
Hammer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kruglov moves away.
Hammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruglov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hammer. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hammer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Kruglov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hammer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kruglov misses the shot to the body.
Kruglov swings for the body but Hammer moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Kruglov - just one landing.
Kruglov avoids the body shot from Hammer.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kruglov lands with a good body shot.
Chad Hammer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hammer misses with a wild body shot.
Kruglov is looking to counter the offense by Hammer and move into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
That's time! Kruglov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kruglov.
Hammer takes one on the button.
Hammer digs a good hook to Kruglov's body.
Hammer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruglov thinks about countering with a body kick.
Hammer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kruglov moves away.
Hammer thuds a left hand into Kruglov's body.
Kruglov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hammer. Hammer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hammer. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hammer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kruglov.
Hammer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hammer blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Kruglov misses.
A shot to the liver by Hammer. Beautiful body shot.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hammer.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
Hammer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hammer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hammer.
Kruglov delivers a nice body kick.
Kruglov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Hammer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hammer takes a head kick and keeps coming. #ROC#Hammer is rocked!
Kruglov scores with a jab.
Hammer is still on wobbly legs! Can Kruglov finish him?
Hammer takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hammer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A lazy left from Kruglov finds it's target.
Hammer gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Kruglov gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Hammer is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Kruglov!
An out of breath Viktor Kruglov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 72:Taranin vs Leonidas
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Graham takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Graham moves away.
Graham is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kruglov.
Kruglov scores with a punch to the head.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kruglov.
Kruglov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Graham .
We've been told by Graham 's head coaches at Dangerous Fight Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kruglov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Graham if he has to take too many more of those.
Graham is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kruglov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kruglov.
Kruglov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kruglov tries to clinch up.
Graham takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kruglov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
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!
Graham is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kruglov.
Kruglov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kruglov cracks Graham with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Kruglov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Graham manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kruglov scores with a jab.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Graham is looking to counter the offense by Kruglov and move into the clinch.
Graham takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kruglov lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kruglov tries to clinch up but Graham circles away and keeps his distance.
Graham throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kruglov's waist but Kruglov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Graham off to one side.
Kruglov lands with a kick to the temple. Graham shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kruglov misses the shot to the body.
Kruglov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Graham moves out of range as Kruglov throws a body kick. #T2#
Graham missing with a left hand there. Kruglov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Graham darts in trying to clinch
and Graham takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Graham .
Kruglov tests Graham 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kruglov lands a slapping body shot.
Kruglov slips a jab from Graham .#CL#
Graham closes the distance and pushes Kruglov back into the cage.#BC2#
Kruglov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kruglov misses with a wild body shot.
Graham tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kruglov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Graham on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Kruglov as Graham shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Graham . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kruglov.
Graham sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Graham shoots in and drives through. Kruglov sprawls well.
Kruglov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kruglov tries to clinch but Graham moves out of range.
Kruglov scores with a jab to the body.
Kruglov digs a good body shot into Graham 's ribs.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov lands a right hook to the body.
Kruglov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kruglov scores with a spinning back kick!
Graham will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Graham is breathing heavily.
Kruglov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kruglov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Graham is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Graham tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Graham throws a shot from downtown. Kruglov moves away and avoids it.
Kruglov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kruglov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kruglov works the jab nicely.
Kruglov throws a series of punches but Graham avoids them all with ease.
Graham seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kruglov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Graham had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Kruglov lands an overhand right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov 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#
Kruglov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Graham tries to clinch
and Kruglov counters with a stiff right hand.
Graham closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Graham throws a hook but Kruglov blocks it.
Kruglov lands a slapping body shot.
Graham takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kruglov fakes the leg kick and cracks Graham in the body.
Kruglov lands a leg kick that knocks Graham off balance momentarily.
Graham takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kruglov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A cross from Kruglov lands.
Kruglov scores with a spinning back kick!#T1#
Graham doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Graham takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kruglov scores with a jab. Graham acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kruglov punishes Graham 's body with a nice straight punch.
Kruglov lands a jab to Graham 's midsection.
Kruglov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Graham has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice body punch from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a head kick that half lands.
Graham on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kruglov. Kruglov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kruglov swings for the body but Graham moves out of range.
Kruglov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov lands a right hook to the body.
Kruglov misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL#
and Graham counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Graham . #BC2#
Kruglov breaks from the clinch.
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Graham .
Kruglov is looking to clinch.
Kruglov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Graham tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kruglov dips to his left and cracks Graham with an uppercut!
Kruglov thuds his right hand into Graham 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Graham smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kruglov - that will leave a mark!
Kruglov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Graham rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Kruglov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kruglov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Graham under the eye.
Graham uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruglov.
A cross from Graham lands.
Kruglov cracks Graham with an open hand slap.
Kruglov connects with a body shot that sends Graham 's belly button to the back.
Graham on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kruglov tries to land a front kick but Graham steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Graham wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kruglov takes a swing at Graham 's ribcage but misses.
Graham looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kruglov is fending him off so far but Graham persists. Nope, Kruglov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kruglov digs a good hook to Graham 's body. #T4#
Kruglov keeps Graham at a distance using the push kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left lands for Kruglov.
Whack! Kruglov lands a heavy head kick that drops Graham . The ref tackles Kruglov to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Graham was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Viktor Kruglov!
After the big win, Viktor Kruglov made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Champion Apparel and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: HFC 69
Date: Oct 14, 2023

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a right hand that misses
and Maldita counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kruglov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maldita manages to avoid it.
Maldita looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A jab from Kruglov finds it's way through Maldita's defenses.
Maldita keeps the fight on the outside.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maldita! But no joy.
A punch combination from Maldita misses.
Maldita misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Maldita swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Maldita throws a lazy uppercut
and Kruglov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Maldita thinking.
Kruglov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Maldita. That did some damage!#T1#
Kruglov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kruglov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maldita. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Maldita scores with a jab to the head.
Kruglov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maldita.
Kruglov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Maldita swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maldita misses with a body punch
enabling Kruglov to counter with a crisp jab.
Maldita uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a hook to the side of Maldita's head but Maldita sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruglov scores with a hook to the body. Maldita takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A swing and a miss from Maldita.
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.#T2#
Kruglov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maldita manages to avoid it.
A jab from Maldita misses.
Maldita tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Maldita.
Kruglov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.
Kruglov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Maldita looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Maldita.
Maldita connects with a single shot there.
Kruglov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kruglov doesn't manage to clinch there - Maldita circles away.
Kruglov loads up on a big right hand but Maldita slips the punch.
A nice side step and Maldita releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Maldita swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Maldita.#T3#
Kruglov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maldita manages to avoid it.
Kruglov is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maldita! But no joy.
Maldita misses with a jab to the body
and Kruglov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kruglov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick
and Maldita counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Maldita avoids the body shot from Kruglov.
A countering left hand to the body from Maldita misses.
Kruglov clobbers Maldita with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Maldita throws a series of punches but Kruglov avoids them all with ease.
Kruglov looks to throw the jab but Maldita is out of range.
Kruglov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kruglov lands the left hand.#T4#
Kruglov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
Maldita keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Maldita is just out of range.
Maldita throws a big shot that misses.
Maldita takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Maldita thuds a left hand into Kruglov's body.
Maldita misses with a looping right.
Kruglov throws a body punch but Maldita moves out of range.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Maldita swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
A slow jab from Maldita misses its intended target.
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 Viktor Kruglov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kruglov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruglov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kruglov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Maldita counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Maldita throws the left hand but Kruglov avoids the punch easily.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maldita.
Maldita slips under a jab from Kruglov.
Maldita misses with a hook
and Kruglov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Maldita thinking.
Kruglov avoids the body shot from Maldita.
Kruglov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Maldita.
Kruglov misses with a body shot
and Maldita counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruglov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Maldita stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kruglov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Maldita takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Maldita is just out of range.#T1#
Maldita avoids the head kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws the kick towards the body but Maldita avoids it.
Maldita appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maldita. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Maldita keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Maldita throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruglov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Maldita has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kruglov.
Maldita displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kruglov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maldita throws out the jab.
Kruglov connects with a right hand. Maldita shakes it off.
Good shot there by Kruglov.
Kruglov is looking to wear down Maldita with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
Kruglov throws a head kick but Maldita moves out of range.
Maldita doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice body kick there by Kruglov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Maldita does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Maldita throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kruglov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Maldita walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kruglov.
Maldita throws a hook but Kruglov blocks it.
Maldita uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Maldita looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Maldita lands a nice hook to Kruglov's body. Kruglov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kruglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Maldita keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kruglov scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Maldita does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Maldita lands a nice hook to Kruglov's body. Kruglov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Maldita swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov avoids the body shot from Maldita.
Kruglov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kruglov scores with a jab to the body.
Maldita avoids the body shot from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a shot from downtown. Maldita moves away and avoids it.
Maldita looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Maldita on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kruglov throws a leg kick but Maldita moved away.
Kruglov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruglov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T4#
Maldita takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kruglov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maldita can do to turn this around?
Kruglov swings widly with a right hand
and Maldita counters with a nice uppercut.
Maldita uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruglov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maldita! But no joy.
Kruglov lands a nice hook to Maldita's body. Maldita takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maldita lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Maldita.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Kruglov misses with a low kick.
Kruglov throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Maldita counters with a nice uppercut.
Maldita throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Viktor Kruglov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruglov tries to clinch up.
Kruglov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maldita looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kruglov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kruglov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruglov swings for the body but Maldita moves out of range.
Maldita now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kruglov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kruglov misses with a looping left.
Maldita takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Maldita keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
Maldita doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maldita has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kruglov.#CL#
Kruglov moves into the clinch successfully.
Maldita misses with some punches.
Maldita has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kruglov.
Kruglov lands a hook that snaps the head of Maldita backwards.
Maldita tries to work over Kruglov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Maldita misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kruglov lands a body punch.
Good body shot from Maldita.
Maldita has a couple of punches blocked by Kruglov.
Kruglov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maldita lands a body punch.
Maldita tries a body shot but Kruglov blocks it.
Kruglov presses Maldita against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Maldita misses with a short punch on the inside.
Maldita tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kruglov's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kruglov.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A short body shot lands from Kruglov as the two fighters clinch. #BC#
Kruglov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Maldita misses with a body shot.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut
enabling Maldita to counter with a crisp jab.
Kruglov lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Kruglov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kruglov throws a shot from downtown. Maldita moves away and avoids it.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
Maldita is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kruglov with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruglov lands a jab to Maldita's midsection.
Kruglov lands a nice looking body shot.
Kruglov misses with a straight left.
Maldita swats away the attempt to clinch by Kruglov.
Decent striking displayed by Kruglov there.
Viktor Kruglov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Maldita takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3#
Maldita swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruglov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kruglov lands with a shot to the body.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Kruglov lands with a shot to the body.
Kruglov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kruglov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Maldita counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kruglov scores with a jab to the body.
Kruglov misses with a body kick.
Kruglov lands a nice hook to Maldita's body. Maldita takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kruglov tries to land a front kick but Maldita steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T4#
A jab from Maldita misses.
Kruglov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maldita. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruglov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kruglov misses with a hook. Maldita ducked under it nicely.
Maldita throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.
Kruglov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maldita.
Maldita rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Kruglov to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice side step and Maldita releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Maldita keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Maldita misses.
Maldita takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kruglov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Maldita counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Velha Maldita has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Maldita misses with a straight right.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Kruglov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kruglov 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Kruglov!
After the big win, Viktor Kruglov made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Champion Apparel and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: HFC Fight Night 13
Date: Sep 13, 2023

#R1#
Kruglov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Akutagawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruglov.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kruglov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Akutagawa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Akutagawa throws a looping overhand right but Kruglov ducks down to avoid it.
Kruglov throws a hook but Akutagawa blocks it.
It seemed like Akutagawa was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kruglov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kruglov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kruglov needs to keep his hands up - Akutagawa had a free shot at his head there.
Akutagawa is looking to score with low kicks.
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
Kruglov cracks Akutagawa with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
and Akutagawa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A bone on bone clash there as Akutagawa blocks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Akutagawa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Akutagawa takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Akutagawa throws a solid leg kick but Kruglov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Akutagawa.
A leg kick checked by Akutagawa.
Kruglov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kruglov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akutagawa was well out of range. Poor timing from Kruglov.
Akutagawa takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice shot by Akutagawa.
Akutagawa lands a nice shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Akutagawa, as that shot connected.
Kruglov misses with a hook to the body
and Akutagawa counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Akutagawa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A good leg kick by Akutagawa. #T2#
Akutagawa lands a front kick.
Kruglov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akutagawa.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akutagawa pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Akutagawa.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kruglov, as that shot connected.
Kruglov 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.
Akutagawa is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kruglov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Akutagawa throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.
Akutagawa fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kruglov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kruglov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akutagawa avoids the body shot from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Akutagawa has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A jab from Akutagawa does it's job there.#T3#
Kruglov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kruglov is looking to wear down Akutagawa with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kruglov misses the body punch
and Akutagawa counters with a nice kick to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kruglov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kruglov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Akutagawa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A shot to the body from Akutagawa misses
and Kruglov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Akutagawa thinking.
A head kick by Kruglov misses
and Akutagawa counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruglov lands a right hook to the body.
Kruglov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kruglov throws a head kick but Akutagawa moves out of range.
Akutagawa looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Akutagawa throws a push kick but Kruglov slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kruglov lands a head kick!
Kruglov with a jab.
Akutagawa misses with an uppercut
and Kruglov counters with a straight right hand.
Akutagawa pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A counter left hand to the body from Kruglov misses its target.
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.
Akutagawa misses with a body shot
and Kruglov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Akutagawa slips under a jab from Kruglov.
Akutagawa counters with a body kick.
Akutagawa throws the left hand but Kruglov avoids the punch easily.
Akutagawa moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Kruglov has closed the distance and engaged Akutagawa in a clinch. #BC#
Kruglov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ryu Akutagawa will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Kruglov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akutagawa.
Kruglov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akutagawa scoring well with a low kick there.
Kruglov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Kruglov. That snapped Akutagawa's head back.
Akutagawa misses the shot to the body.
Akutagawa misses with a lunging right hand
and Kruglov makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Akutagawa really felt that one!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akutagawa moves away.
Akutagawa throws a body shot but no joy.
Kruglov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Akutagawa throws a hook to the side of Kruglov's head but Kruglov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Kruglov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Akutagawa thows a leg kick but Kruglov checks it
and Kruglov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akutagawa checks a low kick from Kruglov.
Viktor Kruglov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruglov misses with a looping right.
Akutagawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruglov.
A nice side step and Akutagawa releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kruglov scores with a hook.
Akutagawa moves out of range of the body kick from Kruglov.
Kruglov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromAkutagawa.
Kruglov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Akutagawa in his tracks.
Kruglov checks the leg kick nicely there.
An attempted straight right counter from Kruglov misses the target.
Akutagawa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruglov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Akutagawa.#T2#
Akutagawa keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Akutagawa throws a right hand that misses
and Kruglov counters with a nice body kick.
Akutagawa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akutagawa rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kruglov counters with a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruglov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akutagawa manages to avoid it.
Kruglov misses with a hook to the body
and Akutagawa counters with a right hand to the body. #CL#
Kruglov has closed the distance and engaged Akutagawa in a clinch.
A hook to the body from Akutagawa. #BC#
Kruglov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kruglov jabs at Akutagawa's body.
Kruglov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Akutagawa counters with a stiff right hand.
Kruglov takes a swing at Akutagawa's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Akutagawa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akutagawa scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kruglov doesn't seem bothered though.
Akutagawa cracks Kruglov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kruglov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Akutagawa counters with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Kruglov instigates a clinch.
Kruglov tries a body shot but Akutagawa blocks it.
Kruglov prevents a body shot from Akutagawa.
Akutagawa prevents a body shot from Kruglov. #BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Akutagawa with the inside leg kick.
Kruglov avoids a kick to the body.
Crunch! Akutagawa slams his shin into Kruglov's torso.
Kruglov throws the left hand but Akutagawa avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Kruglov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Akutagawa counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Akutagawa lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akutagawa scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Akutagawa with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Akutagawa lands with a nice body punch.
Kruglov checks a leg kick nicely.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Kruglov thows a leg kick but Akutagawa checks it
and Akutagawa counters with a good low kick that Kruglov was not able to check.
Akutagawa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruglov is looking to counter with a body kick.
Akutagawa just misses with a punch to the body.
Akutagawa blocks the body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ryu Akutagawa will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Kruglov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
A nice leg kick from Kruglov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kruglov misses with a body shot
and Akutagawa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akutagawa lands a leg kick that knocks Kruglov off balance momentarily.
Kruglov wants to clinch up but Akutagawa keeps it at a distance.
Kruglov throws the kick towards the body but Akutagawa avoids it.
Kruglov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Akutagawa moves out of range as Kruglov throws a body kick.
A big left from Akutagawa misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akutagawa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kruglov looks to land a right hand but Akutagawa moved out of range.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
Kruglov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akutagawa scores with a jab to the jaw.
Akutagawa takes one to the side of the head.
Kruglov throws a right hand that misses
and Akutagawa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Akutagawa there.
Akutagawa throws a head kick but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Akutagawa connects with a crisp jab.
Akutagawa looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruglov is just out of range.#T2#
Kruglov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kruglov throws an off balance right hand
and Akutagawa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kruglov throws a leg kick
and Akutagawa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC2#Kruglov is rocked!
Akutagawa moves out of range of the body kick from Kruglov.
Akutagawa throws a leg kick but Kruglov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Akutagawa punishes Kruglov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Akutagawa looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Akutagawa checks a low kick from Kruglov.
Akutagawa keeps Kruglov at a distance using the push kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Akutagawa tries to land a body kick
and Kruglov counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Akutagawa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kruglov blocks a jab.
Akutagawa lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kruglov is looking to clinch.
Viktor Kruglov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruglov throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Akutagawa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kruglov misses the body punch
and Akutagawa counters with a thumping low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Akutagawa there.
Akutagawa uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kruglov has time to react.
Oh Kruglov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kruglov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kruglov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#KD2#
Akutagawa feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kruglov sprawling to the canvas! Kruglov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Akutagawa finish him?!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov throws a sloppy body shot
and Akutagawa scores with a counter punch that sends Kruglov to the canvas! Akutagawa smells blood - he's punishing Kruglov with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Kruglov has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ryu Akutagawa!
During a confident post fight interview, Ryu Akutagawa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HFC 61:Yamasaki vs Standifer
Date: Aug 19, 2023

#R1#
Kruglov loads up on a big right hand but Raynard slips the punch.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
and Raynard cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Raynard ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kruglov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Raynard gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Kruglov to counter with a crisp jab.
Raynard bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Raynard with the counter takedown but Kruglov avoids it easily.
Kruglov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kruglov throws a body punch but Raynard moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raynard gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Raynard fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kruglov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Raynard at a distance.
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Raynard throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Raynard takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Raynard shoots and misses
and Kruglov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruglov with a hook.
Kruglov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A jab lands there for Kruglov.#CUT#It looks like Marlon Raynard has been cut.
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Raynard moves away.
Kruglov leaves Raynard with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlon Raynard.#CL2#
Kruglov gets tackled into the cage by Raynard. Raynard maintains the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kruglov lands a left hand. #BC2#
Raynard breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kruglov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Both fighters circling a little - Kruglov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T2#
Kruglov swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Raynard holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kruglov lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Kruglov finds it's way through Raynard's defenses.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Raynard has closed the distance and engaged Kruglov in a clinch.
Kruglov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kruglov avoids the elbow strike from Raynard, against the cage.
Kruglov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Raynard manages to break the clinch.
Raynard shoots in but Kruglov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kruglov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Raynard misses with a takedown attempt
and Kruglov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Raynard takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kruglov lands with a right hand.
Kruglov lands a jab.
Kruglov throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Raynard counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Raynard jumps guard but Kruglov stands there with Raynard around his waist. Raynard gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch.
Kruglov looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL2#
Raynard moves into the clinch.#BC#
Kruglov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kruglov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kruglov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kruglov sets himself, and Raynard steps forward looking for the clinch! Kruglov avoids it this time.
That kick from Kruglov tenderised Raynard's leg. Raynard is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from Kruglov does it's job there.#T4#
Kruglov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. Raynard saw that one coming.
Raynard throws out a counter right but Kruglov avoids it with no problem.
Kruglov scores with a jab.
Kruglov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Raynard moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Raynard shoots in for a takedown but Kruglov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Raynard looks to land a combination but Kruglov avoids it well.
Kruglov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kruglov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Raynard.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kruglov. That's going to slow Raynard down.
Kruglov throws out a powerful jab.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Raynard was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Raynard moved out of range nicely.
Raynard darts in trying to clinch
and Kruglov counters with an outside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marlon Raynard'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#
Kruglov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Raynard wants to slow Kruglov down by chopping away at his legs.
Raynard needs to keep his hands up - Kruglov had a free shot at his head there.
Raynard looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kruglov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kruglov. That's going to slow Raynard down.
Raynard shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kruglov but Kruglov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Raynard stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kruglov scores with a spinning back kick!
Viktor Kruglov is winning the standup battle so far.
A low kick lands for Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Despite the aggression on Raynard's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Kruglov throws a shot to the body.
Kruglov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And Raynard tries to counter it with a takedown but Kruglov pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL2#
Raynard closes the distance and clinches.
Raynard tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kruglov avoids it.
Kruglov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Raynard can do to turn this around?
Kruglov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Raynard wants to clinch up but Kruglov keeps it at a distance.
Raynard displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kruglov throws out the jab.
Kruglov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRaynard.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kruglov.
Kruglov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Raynard's hands.
Raynard shoots in and drives through. Kruglov sprawls well.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlon Raynard.
Kruglov slaps away a takedown attempt from Raynard, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Raynard shoots for a double leg takedown but Kruglov sprawls well. He's pushed Raynard's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Raynard is breathing heavily.#T2#
Kruglov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kruglov throws a front kick aimed at Raynard's knee but Raynard avoids it well.
A right-left combo lands from Kruglov.
Marlon Raynard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Raynard bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kruglov lands with a thumping leg kick.
A good leg kick by Kruglov.
Raynard's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Raynard has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Raynard there as he acknowledges the shot.
Raynard misses with a head kick.
Kruglov connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice body punch from Kruglov.
Raynard throws a head kick that misses.
Raynard drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#That has opened up Marlon Raynard's cut even more.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kruglov.
Kruglov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruglov scores with a kick to the body.
Raynard fails with the takedown
and Kruglov counters with a body kick that stops Raynard in his tracks momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruglov. Raynard does a little dance to reset his feet.
Raynard is trying desperately to land a takedown but Kruglov is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Raynard.
Kruglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That kick from Kruglov tenderised Raynard's leg. Raynard is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kruglov scores with a nice body kick.
Kruglov throws the left hand but Raynard avoids the punch easily.
Raynard tries to counter with a clinch but Kruglov shakes him off and moves away.
Kruglov keeps Raynard at a distance using the push kick.
Kruglov jabs Raynard to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Raynard takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4#
Raynard on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruglov throws a body kick that misses.
Kruglov throws a looping overhand right but Raynard ducks down to avoid it.
Raynard moves out of range as Kruglov throws a body kick.
Kruglov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Raynard wants to clinch up but Kruglov keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Raynard moves into the clinch.
Kruglov lands with a right to the head.
Raynard has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kruglov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Raynard can turn it around.
Kruglov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kruglov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Raynard looking for a takedown. #BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marlon Raynard's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Kruglov moves into range and clinches up with Raynard.
Kruglov digs a right hand into Raynard's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Raynard's gas tank. #BC#
Kruglov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kruglov swings for the body but Raynard moves out of range.
Raynard fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kruglov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Raynard has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kruglov.
Kruglov swinging wildly here.
Kruglov lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Kruglov.#CL#
Kruglov closes the distance and clinches.
Kruglov gets through Raynard's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Raynard misses with a body punch.
Kruglov scores with a shot to the side of Raynard's head.
Kruglov is trying to break free.
Kruglov is trying to break the clinch but Raynard has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Kruglov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kruglov scores with a nice head shot.
Kruglov scores with a jab to the head.
Kruglov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Raynard takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kruglov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Raynard moves out of range as Kruglov throws a body kick.
Raynard steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kruglov. That one must have hurt.
Raynard pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Raynard takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov throws a poor cross that misses
and Raynard makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Raynard walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kruglov throws a body punch but Raynard moves out of range.
Kruglov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Raynard manages to avoid it.
Kruglov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kruglov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kruglov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kruglov punishes Raynard's body with a nice straight punch.
Raynard has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Raynard takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Kruglov drives through and clinches with Raynard against the cage.
Kruglov misses with a punch to the body.
Viktor Kruglov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD2#
Raynard manages to pull guard. #SU#
Kruglov stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3#
Kruglov connects with an inside leg kick.
Kruglov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Raynard.
Raynard wants to clinch.
Marlon Raynard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Raynard misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Raynard is looking to clinch but Kruglov is avoiding it.
Kruglov is looking to counter punch.
Kruglov cracks Raynard with a good jab.
Kruglov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Raynard was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Raynard unleashes a big counter combination but Kruglov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Raynard takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Kruglov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kruglov lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL#
Kruglov gets a clinch.
Kruglov taking a breather.
Raynard has Kruglov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kruglov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marlon Raynard.
A head punch on the inside from Kruglov fails to land.
Kruglov just leaning against Raynard, taking a breather.
Kruglov digs a right hand into Raynard's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Raynard's gas tank. #BC#
Kruglov manages to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Kruglov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kruglov jabs at Raynard's body.
Raynard throws a series of punches but Kruglov moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Kruglov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Kruglov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kruglov, 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:26
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:26
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Kruglov!
Viktor Kruglov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 57: Caceres vs Standifer
Date: Jul 22, 2023

#R1#
Kruglov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Good exchange - Kruglov coming out on top.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
enabling Rapheal to counter with a crisp jab.
Kruglov throws a poor cross that misses
and Rapheal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#KD2#
Kruglov sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Rapheal to the ground! Kruglov dives into full mount looking to finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rapheal wants to control but Kruglov is having none of it.
Kruglov content just to control the position here.
Kruglov trying to control but Rapheal is having none of it. #T1#
Kruglov controlling from the full mount.
Rapheal tries to lock up and control but Kruglov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rapheal is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rapheal tries to lock up and control but Kruglov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kruglov wants to take his opponent's back but Rapheal doesn't allow it.
Kruglov wants to control the pace but Rapheal is squirming around nicely. #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.
Kruglov controlling from mount.
Kruglov trying to control but Rapheal is having none of it. #SU2#
Kruglov stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Kruglov throws the kick towards the body but Rapheal avoids it.#T3#
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Nice defenses there by Rapheal.
Kruglov misses with a hook.
Rapheal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kruglov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rapheal looks to land a right hand but Kruglov moved out of range.
Kruglov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rapheal.
Rapheal throwing a counter right hand but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Kruglov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rapheal counters with a nice uppercut.
Rapheal misses with a straight left.
Kruglov tries to counter with a clinch but Rapheal shakes him off and moves away.
Rapheal avoids the head kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've been told by Rapheal's head coaches at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov misses with a straight right.
Rapheal is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Rapheal lands an overhand right.
Kruglov misses with a body kick.
Rapheal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rapheal moves away from the strike by Kruglov.
A little feinted left hand from Rapheal on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
Rapheal misses the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick from Kruglov lands but Rapheal takes it in his stride.
Kruglov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rapheal counters with a stiff right hand.
Kruglov misses the jab.
Rapheal lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kruglov throws a jab when Rapheal was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov 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#
Rapheal works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kruglov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kruglov lands a really nice looking cross but Rapheal seems unphased.
A swing and a miss from Rapheal.
Kruglov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rapheal.
Rapheal is looking to counter punch.
Kruglov swings widly with a right hand
and Rapheal counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kruglov lands a jab.
Rapheal slips a jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rapheal is just out of range.
Rapheal has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rapheal counters with a nice uppercut.
Rapheal is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rapheal ducks under a wild hook from Kruglov.
Rapheal connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Kruglov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rapheal ducks under a wild hook from Kruglov.
Kruglov loads up on a big right hand but Rapheal slips the punch.
Rapheal swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Rapheal is looking to counter punch.
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
It looked like Rapheal wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kruglov throws a big shot that misses.
Rapheal just misses with a punch to the body.
Rapheal blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
Rapheal is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rapheal uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses
and Rapheal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kruglov throws out a loose jab but Rapheal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rapheal swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Rapheal ducks under a wild hook from Kruglov.
It looked like Rapheal was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kruglov.
Kruglov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rapheal makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Rapheal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rapheal keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruglov.
Kruglov blocks a jab.
Rapheal slips under a jab from Kruglov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rapheal slips a straight right by Kruglov.
Rapheal misses with a shot to the body
and Kruglov counters with a straight right hand.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut.
Kruglov staying out of range there.#T3#
Kruglov misses with a lunging right hand
and Rapheal counters with a right hand to the body.
Rapheal uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
Rapheal connects with a body shot.
Rapheal swings widly with a right hand
and Kruglov counters with a straight right hand.
Kruglov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruglov takes a swing at Rapheal's ribcage but misses.
Rapheal throwing a counter right hand but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Kruglov misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Rapheal to counter with a crisp jab.
Kruglov throws a lazy right hand but Rapheal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rapheal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kruglov throws a looping overhand right but Rapheal ducks down to avoid it.
Rapheal is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rapheal misses with a body punch
and Kruglov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T4#
Kruglov jabs at Rapheal's body.
Rapheal lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruglov misses with a double jab
and Rapheal counters with a straight right hand.
Danga de danga de dang - Kruglov scores with a four punch combination!
Rapheal moves out of range of the body kick from Kruglov.
Rapheal swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kruglov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rapheal throws out the jab.
Rapheal takes one to the side of the head.
Rapheal slips a jab from Kruglov.
Rapheal swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rapheal lands a nice shot that snaps Kruglov's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Viktor Kruglov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kruglov throws a lazy right hand but Rapheal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rapheal is looking to counter punch.
Rapheal cracks a nice hook into Kruglov's ribs.
Kruglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rapheal takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A left lands for Rapheal.
Kruglov throws a lazy uppercut
letting Rapheal counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov throws a lazy uppercut
letting Rapheal counter with a right hand.
Kruglov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rapheal appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Rapheal misses the target.
Kruglov swings widly with a right hand
and Kruglov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Kruglov misses with a lunging right hand
and Rapheal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kruglov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A quick step to the side and Rapheal tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rapheal throws a lazy right hand but Kruglov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rapheal swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov wants to counter with a clinch but Rapheal pushes him away.#KD#
Rapheal feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kruglov sprawling to the canvas! Kruglov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Rapheal finish him?! #ROC#Kruglov is rocked!
Kruglov misses with a hook
and Rapheal counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kruglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kruglov misses the shot to the body.
Kruglov connects with a jab.
Kruglov throws a lazy body kick
and Rapheal counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Kruglov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rapheal looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruglov is just out of range.
Rapheal looks to throw the jab but Kruglov is out of range.
Rapheal staying out of range there.
Rapheal swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kruglov swings widly with a right hand
letting Rapheal counter with a right hand.
Kruglov thows a left - swing and a miss!
A quick step to the side and Rapheal tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut
and Rapheal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kruglov is still on wobbly legs! Can Rapheal finish him?
Kruglov lands with an uppercut that bounces Rapheal off the cage and back into range.
Kruglov seems to have recovered his senses.
Rapheal with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kruglov to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Kruglov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rapheal.
Kruglov sizes up Rapheal with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kruglov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rapheal.
A lazy body kick from Kruglov
enabling Rapheal to counter with a crisp jab.
Rapheal avoids the head kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a straight right.
Rapheal throwing a counter right hand but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Rapheal ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rapheal punishes Kruglov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kruglov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kruglov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T4#
Rapheal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
and Rapheal counters with a nice body shot.
Kruglov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kruglov 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.
Rapheal scores with a nice strike.
Kruglov throws a lazy uppercut
and Rapheal counters with a right hand to the body.
Rapheal slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A lazy body kick from Kruglov
and Rapheal counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kruglov thinking.
A jab from Rapheal misses.
Kruglov throws a lazy uppercut
and Rapheal counters with a straight right hand.
Rapheal dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mark Rapheal clearly takes 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.#R4#
Kruglov misses with a lunging right hand
and Rapheal counters with a big right hand! Oh Kruglov is in trouble here! Rapheal follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mark Rapheal!
Mark Rapheal retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Mark Rapheal 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: HFC 53: Caceres vs Akutagawa
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
Kuzmitch takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kruglov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuzmitch.
Kruglov throws out a counter right but Kuzmitch avoids it with no problem.
Kuzmitch swats away the attempt to clinch by Kruglov.
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Kuzmitch.
Kruglov slips under a jab.
Kuzmitch throws a lazy uppercut
letting Kruglov counter with a right hand.
Kuzmitch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kruglov can pounce on him.
Kuzmitch jabs at Kruglov's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov thumps Kuzmitch with a low kick.
Kuzmitch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kuzmitch has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Berloga in the buildup to the fight.
Kruglov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kuzmitch counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kruglov thinking.
Kruglov throws the left hand but Kuzmitch avoids the punch easily.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kruglov moves out of range of the body kick from Kuzmitch.
Kuzmitch sets himself, and Kruglov steps forward looking for the clinch! Kuzmitch avoids it this time.
Kuzmitch throws a hook but Kruglov avoids it easily.
Kruglov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kruglov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kruglov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kuzmitch scores with a nice head shot.
Kuzmitch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kruglov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruglov sizes up Kuzmitch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kuzmitch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruglov.#T2#
Kruglov connects with a right hand. Kuzmitch shakes it off.
Kuzmitch lands with a nice combination. Kruglov backs away looking to recover.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov is looking to clinch.
Kuzmitch looks to land a right hand but Kruglov moved out of range.
Kruglov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kuzmitch circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kuzmitch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kuzmitch lands with a cross.
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuzmitch is just out of range.
Kruglov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruglov tries to clinch but Kuzmitch moves out of range.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Kuzmitch throws a jab but it's blocked by Kruglov.
Kruglov looks to land a right hand but Kuzmitch moved out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kruglov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kruglov scores with the left hand. Kuzmitch knows he should have avoided that one.
Kruglov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kruglov swings for the body but Kuzmitch moves out of range.
Kuzmitch throwing a counter right hand but Kruglov manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Kruglov clinches with his opponent.
Kruglov scores with a hook to the body.
Kuzmitch softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Kuzmitch on the inside. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kruglov.
Kruglov is looking to control Kuzmitch's arms but Kuzmitch gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kruglov has his back to the cage. #BC#
Kuzmitch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kruglov connects with a right hand. Kuzmitch shakes it off.
Kuzmitch throws a jab when Kruglov was well out of range.
Kuzmitch cracks Kruglov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kuzmitch tries to work over Kruglov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kruglov is leaning against Kuzmitch and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kuzmitch dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Kuzmitch's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kuzmitch misses with the head strike.
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 Petr Kuzmitch will probably get the nod.
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#
Kuzmitch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Kuzmitch misses the target.
Kruglov scores with a push kick.
Kuzmitch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Petr Kuzmitch is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruglov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruglov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuzmitch.
Kuzmitch keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Kuzmitch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kuzmitch digs a good body shot into Kruglov's ribs.
Kruglov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov misses the shot to the body.
Kruglov moves out of range of the strikes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kruglov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Kruglov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuzmitch.
Kuzmitch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kruglov. That's going to slow Kuzmitch down.
Kuzmitch looks to land a right hand but Kruglov moved out of range.
Kuzmitch bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kuzmitch connects with the punch.
Kuzmitch throws an overhand right that lands on Kruglov's shoulder, as Kruglov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuzmitch throws out a loose jab but Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuzmitch looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kruglov moves out of range as Kuzmitch strikes.
Kruglov lands a nice shot to the body. #T2##CL2#
Kruglov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kuzmitch's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A bit of stalling here from Kuzmitch.
Kruglov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuzmitch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuzmitch is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kruglov tries to throw a body punch but Kuzmitch avoids it by throwing Kruglov back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kruglov pushes Kuzmitch back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kuzmitch wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kruglov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kruglov working aggressively here.
Kuzmitch blocking some punches. #BC#
Kuzmitch manages to break the clinch.
Kruglov wants to clinch up but Kuzmitch keeps it at a distance.#T3#
A big right from Kuzmitch misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kruglov! But no joy.
Kruglov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuzmitch.
Kruglov loads up on a big right hand but Kuzmitch slips the punch.
Kuzmitch misses with a wild body shot.
Kruglov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kruglov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuzmitch.
Kruglov sizes up Kuzmitch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kruglov throws a body kick that misses
and Kuzmitch counters with a nice uppercut.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kuzmitch!
Kuzmitch throws a body shot but no joy.
Kruglov flicks out a counter leg kick but Kuzmitch steps away.
Kuzmitch throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kruglov.
Kruglov staying out of range there.#T4#
Kruglov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuzmitch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruglov moves in looking to clinch but Kuzmitch pushes him off.
Kuzmitch throws a big shot that misses.
Kuzmitch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kruglov.
An attempted straight right counter from Kuzmitch misses the target.
Kruglov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kruglov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kuzmitch misses with a body shot.
Kruglov wants to 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 Petr Kuzmitch 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#
Kuzmitch looks to land a left hand but Kruglov moved out of range nicely.
Kruglov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kruglov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuzmitch was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL2#
Kruglov clinches up with Kuzmitch and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Kuzmitch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kruglov needs to keep his hands up - Kuzmitch had a free shot at his head there.
Kuzmitch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruglov.
Nice defenses there by Kuzmitch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
A little feinted left hand from Kuzmitch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuzmitch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kruglov can pounce on him.
Kruglov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuzmitch.
Kruglov misses with a right hand
and Kuzmitch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Kuzmitch takes one on the button.
Kruglov misses with a leg kick.
Kruglov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuzmitch backing away here, and Kruglov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kuzmitch takes a swing at Kruglov's ribcage but misses.
Kruglov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kuzmitch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kruglov is looking to clinch but Kuzmitch is avoiding it.
Kuzmitch half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kruglov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kuzmitch misses with an attempted mid kick.
Petr Kuzmitch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kuzmitch throws a hook to the side of Kruglov's head but Kruglov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick and Kuzmitch moves out of range easily.
Kruglov throws an off balance right hand
and Kuzmitch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kruglov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kuzmitch misses the jab.
Kruglov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kruglov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kuzmitch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuzmitch is looking to chop away at Kruglov's legs.
A lazy left from Kuzmitch finds it's target.
Kruglov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kruglov misses with a straight right.
Kuzmitch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kruglov. #T3##CL2#
Kruglov closes the distance and pushes Kuzmitch back into the cage.
Kruglov blocks a body shot from Kuzmitch.
A short right from Kruglov.
Kruglov prevents Kuzmitch from breaking the clinch.
Kruglov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kuzmitch tries to pull guard but Kruglov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kuzmitch.
A nice left hand lands by Kuzmitch.
Viktor Kruglov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruglov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kruglov stalling in the clinch but Kuzmitch improves position.
Kuzmitch is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kruglov to keep the fight standing.#T4#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kruglov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kruglov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuzmitch doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuzmitch misses with a body punch.
Kruglov lands a right hand.
Kruglov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kuzmitch goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kruglov misses with a punch on the inside.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kuzmitch - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kuzmitch stalls.
A short right from Kuzmitch on the inside.

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 Petr Kuzmitch.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kuzmitch, 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Viktor Kruglov!
A very excited looking Viktor Kruglov rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: HFC 52: Sidorov vs Chai
Date: Jun 10, 2023

#R1#
Kruglov lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kruglov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Banik momentarily. #CUT2#It looks like Branko Banik has been cut.
Kruglov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kruglov thuds a left hand into Banik's body.
Kruglov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kruglov.
Kruglov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Banik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruglov.
Banik tries to counter with a takedown but Kruglov is quick to defend against it.
Kruglov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Banik on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice defenses there by Kruglov.
A big right from Banik misses.
Banik takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kruglov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kruglov delivers a nice body kick.#T1#
Kruglov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Kruglov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Banik effectively controlling the action here.
A left hand lands to the body for Kruglov.
Banik is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kruglov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kruglov lands with a right to the head.
Kruglov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Banik throws a punch but it's blocked by Kruglov. #TD#
Banik has picked Kruglov up - he's going for a ride! Banik dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Banik'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.
Kruglov is controlling Banik's trapped leg to prevent Banik from advancing to side control.
Banik is nestled in close to Kruglov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T2#
Kruglov tries to kick Banik off but Banik keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Banik stalling.
Kruglov wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Banik wants to control but Kruglov is keeping him busy.
Kruglov tries to roll over but Banik keeps him under control.
Banik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kruglov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kruglov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Banik. #T3#
Banik throwing shots but Kruglov is blocking nicely.
Banik slips a nice elbow through Kruglov's hands, connecting with Kruglov's forehead.
Banik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kruglov keeps working.
Kruglov wants to control but Banik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Banik throwing shots but Kruglov is blocking nicely.
Banik looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kruglov pushes Banik off looking to stand but Banik dives back in and keeps control.
Kruglov is controlling Banik's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kruglov wants to control but Banik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Banik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kruglov scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Banik manages to mount him! #T4#
Kruglov is in a horrible position here. Banik smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Kruglov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kruglov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Banik controlling the pace for now.
Banik postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kruglov looks a forlorn figure.
Banik in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The referee warns Kruglov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to 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!
Banik scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kruglov?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Viktor Kruglov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Branko Banik'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#
Kruglov is looking to clinch but Banik is avoiding it.
Kruglov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Banik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Kruglov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Banik, pushing him back against the cage.
Banik's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Banik'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.
Banik misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kruglov is pressed up against the cage. Banik has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kruglov down to the mat. Kruglov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banik misses with a hook.
Kruglov counters with a body kick.
Banik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kruglov.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Banik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Banik misses with a straight right. #T1#
Banik bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kruglov's head backwards.#CL2#
Kruglov pushes Banik up against the cage in a clinch.
Kruglov scores with a shoulder strike.
Kruglov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kruglov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kruglov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Still in the clinch, Kruglov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Banik wants to take the fight to the mat but Kruglov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kruglov misses with the head strike.
Kruglov tries to work over Banik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kruglov looking to slow down the pace here.
Banik blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kruglov lands a body punch. #T2#
Banik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kruglov lands a left hand.
Banik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kruglov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Banik is working for takedown but Kruglov is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Branko Banik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kruglov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Banik looking for a takedown.
Banik drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kruglov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kruglov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Kruglov clinches with his opponent.
Banik is pushing Kruglov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Banik goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kruglov prevents it. #T3#
Banik tries a body shot but Kruglov blocks it.
Banik blocks an uppercut.
Kruglov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Banik is trying to break free.
Kruglov blocking some punches.
Kruglov is stalling here.
Kruglov has a couple of punches blocked by Banik.
Banik is stalling here. #BC#
Banik breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Banik misses with a hook to the body
and Kruglov counters with a body kick that stops Banik in his tracks momentarily.
Banik misses with a hook. Kruglov ducked under it nicely.
Banik sets himself, and Kruglov steps forward looking for the clinch! Banik avoids it this time.
Banik moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Banik swings for the body but Kruglov moves out of range.
Banik closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kruglov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Banik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruglov thuds his shin into the meat of Banik's side.
Banik loads up on a big right hand but Kruglov slips the punch.
Kruglov stuffs the takedown.
Banik throws a hook but Kruglov blocks it.
Banik fails with the takedown
and Kruglov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Branko Banik's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Banik pushes Kruglov up against the cage in a clinch.
Kruglov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kruglov is stalling here.
Kruglov misses with a body punch.
Kruglov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Banik drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kruglov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Banik misses with an uppercut
and Kruglov counters with a straight right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kruglov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banik takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Banik doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kruglov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Kruglov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Banik, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Banik changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kruglov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Branko Banik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A punch lands to the side of Banik 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kruglov misses with a few strikes there.
Donk. Banik catches Kruglov right on the button with a cross.
Kruglov pushes Banik away with a front kick.
Banik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Banik.
Banik sets himself, and Kruglov steps forward looking for the clinch! Banik avoids it this time.#CL#
Banik closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kruglov.
Banik throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kruglovs head.
Banik drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kruglov pulls his leg out and moves away. #T2#
Kruglov lands the left hand.
Kruglov tries to clinch there but Banik circles away.
Banik will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kruglov scores with a spinning back kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Banik attempts a counter takedown but Kruglov avoids it well and moves away.
Banik takes a swing at Kruglov's ribcage but misses.
Kruglov throws a lazy right hand but Banik sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Banik shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Viktor Kruglov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kruglov connects with the punch.
Kruglov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T3#
A lazy left from Kruglov finds it's target.
Kruglov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Banik misses with an uppercut. Kruglov saw that one coming.
Banik avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kruglov 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.
Branko Banik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruglov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Banik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kruglov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Banik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kruglov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kruglov slips a jab from Banik.
Banik missing with a left hand there. Kruglov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Banik tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Banik on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kruglov.
Banik takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov cracks Banik with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Banik. Kruglov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Banik takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Kruglov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Banik working aggressively here.
Banik tries to circle away but Kruglov has him pinned against the cage.
Kruglov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Banik swings away with an uppercut that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Kruglov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kruglov 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Kruglov!
Viktor Kruglov 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.

Event: HFC 44:Mogh vs Akutagawa
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1#
Kruglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Spong showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kruglov.
Spong has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a big shot that misses.
Kruglov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kruglov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Viktor Kruglov has been cut.
Nice shot by Kruglov.
Spong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kruglov moves away.
Spong throws a hook but Kruglov avoids it easily.#T1#
Kruglov walks into a straight right hand from Spong.
Kruglov lands an overhand right.
Kruglov throws a lazy uppercut
and Spong counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kruglov misses with a hook
and Spong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kruglov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Spong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Spong seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Spong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Spong feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kruglov misses with a kick to the body
and Spong makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kruglov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Spong connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Kruglov is looking to clinch but Spong is avoiding it.
Spong drops his hands momentarily and Kruglov takes advantage with a crisp shot to 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!
Spong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kruglov scores with a body shot.
A shot to the body from Kruglov misses
and Spong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spong works the jab nicely.#KD#
Spong lands a big right hand that sends Kruglov crashing to the mat! Spong stays standing though and waves Kruglov back to his feet!
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Spong.
Kruglov misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Spong slips under a jab.
Spong throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kruglov avoids it.#KD#
Spong lands a big right hand that sends Kruglov crashing to the mat! Spong stays standing though and waves Kruglov back to his feet!#ROC#Kruglov is rocked!
Spong is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kruglov ducks under a wild hook from Spong.
Kruglov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jab from Kruglov.
We've been told by Spong's head coaches at The Italian Job that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#KD#
Spong cracks Kruglov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kruglov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Spong finish him?
Kruglov is still on wobbly legs! Can Spong finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov throws a shot from downtown. Spong moves away and avoids it.
Kruglov seems to have recovered his senses.
Spong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kruglov.
A little feinted left hand from Spong on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Spong appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kruglov connects with the punch.
Kruglov throws a body kick that misses
and Spong cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Kruglov misses with an uppercut.
Spong swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kruglov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Spong.
And Kruglov responds with a good body kick, but Spong manages to step out the way in time.
Kruglov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Spong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Spong tried to score with a low kick but Kruglov checks it.
A head kick misses from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a left hand #KD#
and Spong counters with a nice right hand that sends Kruglov toppling to the canvas! Kruglov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Spong finish him?!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spong lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Kruglov head around and knocks him out cold! Spong hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jerome Spong!
Jerome Spong bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: HFC39
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Khamaev slips under a jab.
Khamaev misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Kruglov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kruglov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kruglov throws a right and a left that Khamaev avoids nicely.
Khamaev is looking to clinch but Kruglov is avoiding it.
Khamaev misses the jab.
Khamaev tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kruglov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Khamaev staying out of range there.
Khamaev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kruglov moves away.
Kruglov goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Khamaev fails with a takedown attempt.
Khamaev lands a nice shot that snaps Kruglov's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2#
Khamaev closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
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!
Khamaev is working Kruglov over with some ground and pound from side control.
Khamaev landing a few strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Khamaev is looking to take a break and control but Kruglov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Khamaev working the head and body with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Khamaev tries to score with some ground and pound. Kruglov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kruglov is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Shark Tank Private Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
You can see the frustration on Kruglov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kruglov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Kruglov is pressing down on Khamaev's thigh, looking to free his foot. Khamaev is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Khamaev looking for submissions off his back.
Kruglov is controlling the pace. #T2#
Khamaev is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Khamaev actively working from the bottom here.
Khamaev tries to get to full guard but Kruglov has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Khamaev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SU#
Kruglov decides to stand up. #T3##TD2#
Khamaev shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kruglov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kruglov bucks up and tries to throw Khamaev off but instead Khamaev has got his back!
You can see the frustration on Kruglov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kruglov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
My spies in 3Band MMA inform me that Khamaev has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Khamaev is looking to control Kruglov but Kruglov is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kruglov is trying to get back to his feet but Khamaev has full control of the position and if anything, Kruglov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Khamaev avoiding Kruglov 's attempts to control his hands. #T4#
Kruglov is trying to stand back up.
Kruglov is trapped and Khamaev is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Khamaev cracks Kruglov with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Kruglov from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Kruglov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Kruglov 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Khamaev throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Kruglov!
Kruglov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chimzat Khamaev dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Khamaev dives in and grabs Kruglov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kruglov pushes down on Khamaev's head and hops out.
Khamaev closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kruglov counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL2#
Khamaev clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch.
Kruglov throws a jab when Khamaev was well out of range.
Khamaev tries to close the distance and clinch but Kruglov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kruglov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Khamaev connects with a body shot that sends Kruglov's belly button to the back.
Kruglov misses with a body kick. #CL2#
Khamaev forces Kruglov back against the cage and clinches.
Khamaev wants to take the fight to the mat but Kruglov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khamaev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chimzat Khamaev.
Khamaev tries to score a body lock takedown but Kruglov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kruglov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kruglov is trying to break the clinch but Khamaev is controlling him.
Khamaev drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T1#
Kruglov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Khamaev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kruglov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A frustrated look appears on Kruglov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Khamaev has Kruglov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kruglov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Khamaev tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kruglov lands with a light punch inside.
Kruglov gets underhooks to prevent Khamaev's takedown attempt.
Kruglov tries to break the clinch but Khamaev is controlling the position.
Khamaev is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kruglov is defending well.
Kruglov gets underhooks to prevent Khamaev's takedown attempt.
Kruglov is pressed up against the cage. Khamaev has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kruglov down to the mat. Kruglov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Khamaev is breathing heavily.#T2#
Kruglov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kruglov 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.
Khamaev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruglov.
Khamaev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruglov was well out of range. Poor timing from Khamaev.
Chimzat Khamaev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Khamaev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruglov.
Khamaev wants to clinch up but Kruglov keeps it at a distance.
Khamaev stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Khamaev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Khamaev there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD2#
Khamaev 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.

Kruglov pushes Khamaev off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Khamaev gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kruglov counters with a head kick.
Kruglov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice jab there from Kruglov. #ROC#Khamaev is rocked!
Kruglov cracks Khamaev with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Viktor Kruglov!
Viktor Kruglov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Chimzat Khamaev spoke after the fight, saying 'I trained so hard for this fight! I’ll be back! Keel everybody! '.

Event: HFC 32:Wallace vs Campbell
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Kruglov looks to land a right hand but Thai moved out of range.
Kruglov backing away here, and Thai unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kruglov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Thai tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kruglov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kruglov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thai.
A head kick misses from Thai.
A nice leg kick from Kruglov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Thai tries a head kick but it misses.
Thai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Thai throws a lazy right hand but Kruglov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kruglov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Thai on the side of the head.
Thai lands a front kick.
Thai tries to clinch there but Kruglov circles away.
Kruglov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thai misses with a looping left.
Kruglov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Thai on the side of the head.
Kruglov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
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!
Kruglov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick and Thai moves out of range easily. #T1#
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy.
A good leg kick by Thai.
Thai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kruglov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Thai momentarily.
Kruglov avoids a kick to the body.
Kruglov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL2#
Thai clinches.
Kruglov is trying to break free.
Thai is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kruglov is defending well for now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kruglov. #BC#
Kruglov manages to break the clinch.
Thai wants to land a leg kick but Kruglov is out of range.
Kruglov is looking to counter punch.
Thai lands a head kick!
Kruglov lands a glancing blow to the side of Thai's head.
A low kick from Thai is predictable there #KD#
and Kruglov counters with a head kick that drops Thai! #ROC#Thai is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU#
Kruglov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Thai is still on wobbly legs! Can Kruglov finish him?
Kruglov throws a monster overhand right that drops Thai! Kruglov follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Kruglov!
A victorious Viktor Kruglov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Taisto Thai was interviewed post fight and said 'Back To the gym.. '.

Event: HFC 27:Taranin vs Sage 2
Date: Dec 17, 2022

#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Kruglov.
Maldita fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kruglov manages to avoid it.
Kruglov misses with a leg kick
and Maldita counters with a series of strikes. Kruglov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Maldita moved out of range nicely.
A nice side step and Maldita releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Maldita lands a nice shot that snaps Kruglov's head back.
Kruglov blocks a jab.
Kruglov is looking to land body kicks.
Maldita throws a good cross that connects.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Maldita checks the leg kick nicely there.
A big right from Maldita misses.
Maldita throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maldita throws an overhand right that lands on Kruglov's shoulder, as Kruglov tries to avoid the shot.
Maldita stuns Kruglov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Maldita slips a straight right by Kruglov.
Maldita pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Maldita stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruglov.
Maldita takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Maldita throws an overhand right that lands on Kruglov's shoulder, as Kruglov tries to avoid the shot.
Kruglov throws an off balance right hand
and Maldita counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Maldita throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Kruglov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kruglov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Maldita.
Kruglov throws a sloppy body shot
and Maldita cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Maldita thuds his right hand into Kruglov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kruglov misses with a low kick. #T2#
Kruglov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruglov misses with a leg kick.
Maldita misses the body punch
and Maldita takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kruglov throws a wild body kick that Maldita sees coming a mile off.
Kruglov cracks Maldita with a good jab.
Kruglov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kruglov throws a hook but Maldita blocks it.
A jab from Maldita finds it's way through Kruglov's defenses.
Kruglov throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD2#
and Maldita counters with a nice right hand that sends Kruglov toppling to the canvas! Kruglov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Maldita finish him?!#ROC2#Kruglov is rocked!
Kruglov misses with an uppercut
and Maldita counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Kruglov falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Velha Maldita! Velha Maldita retains his welterweight title!

Event: HFC 21:Raynard vs Maldita
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Kruglov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Robinson moves away.
Robinson takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT#It looks like Howie Robinson has been cut.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
We've been told by Kruglov's head coaches at Shark Tank Private Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A nice leg kick from Kruglov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Robinson wants to counter with a clinch but Kruglov pushes him away.
Nice shot by Kruglov.#TD2#
Robinson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Robinson is looking to advance position but Kruglov won't allow it. #SUB2#
Robinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Kruglov defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Robinson is looking for a kimura but Kruglov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Robinson to get the leverage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruglov is looking to improve his position.
Kruglov is positioning himself well to prevent Robinson advancing to mount. #T1#
Kruglov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Robinson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kruglov wants to get back to full guard.
Kruglov trying to control from the bottom.
Robinson working over Kruglov with some ground and pound. Kruglov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kruglov wants to get back to full guard.
Kruglov wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kruglov pushes Robinson off looking to stand but Robinson dives back in and keeps control.
Kruglov is not content to let Robinson control the position.#SUB2#
Robinson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kruglov is just riding it out for now. Robinson eventually gives up the hold.
Kruglov won't allow Robinson to pass to mount. #T2#
Robinson stops Kruglov from getting back to his feet.
Robinson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ground and pound from Robinson.
Kruglov is not content to let Robinson control the position.
Kruglov pushes Robinson off looking to stand but Robinson dives back in and keeps control.
Kruglov tries to get to full guard but Robinson has control of the leg.
Robinson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Robinson throwing shots but Kruglov is blocking nicely.
Robinson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Robinson trying to control from half guard but Kruglov is working away. #SUB2#
Robinson is looking for a kimura here.
Robinson trying to mount his opponent but Kruglov defends it. #T3#
Kruglov is trying to stand.
Kruglov is refusing to be controlled, as Robinson sits in half guard.
Robinson thows a huge punch but Kruglov dodges it nicely.
Robinson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kruglov keeps working.
Robinson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kruglov is looking to escape.
Robinson throwing shots but Kruglov is blocking nicely.
Kruglov is trying to stand.
Kruglov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Robinson.
Robinson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kruglov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4#
Robinson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kruglov defending well though.
Robinson is keen to just control but Kruglov is a slippery customer.
Robinson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Robinson is trying to control. Kruglov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kruglov pushes Robinson off looking to stand but Robinson dives back in and keeps control.
Robinson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kruglov wants to get back to full guard.
Robinson trying to control the action but Kruglov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Robinson seems to be looking for submissions.
Kruglov is trying to stand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kruglov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Robinson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Robinson working Kruglov over with strikes.
Kruglov is looking for a sweep. Robinson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Robinson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kruglov defending well though.
Kruglov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Howie Robinson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Howie Robinson'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#
A jab lands there for Kruglov.
Kruglov wants to clinch up but Robinson keeps it at a distance.
Robinson shoots in and drives through. Kruglov sprawls well.
Robinson tries to clinch but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov leaves Robinson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Robinson throws a body punch but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kruglov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Howie Robinson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Robinson tries to move into range but Kruglov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kruglov scores with a spinning back kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Robinson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kruglov counters with a nice uppercut.
Viktor Kruglov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Howie Robinson.
Robinson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jab by Kruglov.#T1#
Kruglov works the jab nicely.
Robinson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kruglov lands with a cross. #ROC#Robinson is rocked!
Kruglov fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Robinson square on the jaw! Damn, Robinson is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Viktor Kruglov!
A very excited looking Viktor Kruglov 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: HFC17:Peramaki vs Tight
Date: Oct 15, 2022

#R1##CL#
Kruglov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kozmas manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC#
Kruglov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kruglov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've been told by Kruglov's head coaches at Shark Tank Private Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#KD#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Kruglov and Kozmas goes tumbling to the canvas! Kruglov follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard. #ROC#Kozmas is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Magomed Kozmas has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kozmas trying to hold on to Kruglov's head to control him but Kruglov postures up.
Kozmas is still in real trouble! Can Kruglov finish him?
Kozmas looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kruglov wants to free his trapped foot but Kozmas is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kozmas seems to have recovered his senses.
Kruglov wants to stand up but Kozmas manages to regain full guard.
Kozmas controls Kruglov momentarily but Kruglov frees himself. #T1#
Kruglov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kozmas wants to stand and escape but Kruglov is having none of it.
Kruglov postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kozmas lands with an uppercut that bounces Kruglov off the cage and back into range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kruglov.
Kruglov throws a hook to the side of Kozmas's head but Kozmas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A punch combination from Kozmas misses.
Kruglov looks to land a right hand but Kozmas moved out of range.#T2#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kruglov.
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Kozmas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kruglov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kozmas scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kozmas misses the jab.
Kozmas blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
Kozmas avoids the head kick by Kruglov. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kruglov stops a takedown attempt from Kozmas.
Kruglov prevents a takedown attempt there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov digs a right hand into Kozmas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kozmas's gas tank. #BC#
Kruglov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3##KD#
Kruglov knocks Kozmas to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?
Kozmas tries to escape but Kruglov is in control.
Kruglov takes a little break here. Kozmas wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kozmas struggling a bit here.
Kozmas seems a little lost for a moment, as Kruglov dominates the positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kozmas tries to bench press Kruglov off him but Kruglov keeps the position.
Kruglov tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Kruglov advances to mount. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruglov misses with a head shot.
Kruglov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Magomed Kozmas'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#
A slapping leg kick lands for Kruglov.
Kruglov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kozmas.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kruglov.
A jab from Kozmas misses.
Kruglov stuffs the takedown attempt from Kozmas. Kozmas gets slowly back to his feet.
Kozmas misses with a straight left.
Kruglov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kruglov throws a head kick that misses.
Kruglov blocks a jab.
Kozmas throws a hook but Kruglov avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kozmas.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruglov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kozmas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Kruglov does it's job there.
Kozmas ducks under a wild hook from Kruglov.
Kozmas shoots for a takedown but Kruglov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
A big right from Kozmas misses.
Kruglov is looking to clinch.
We've been informed that Kozmas has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kruglov misses with a straight left.
Kozmas tries to clinch but Kruglov is having none of it.
It looked like Kruglov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#KD#
Kruglov cracks Kozmas with a big right hand and Kozmas goes down!
Kruglov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kozmas 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.
Kruglov postures up.
Kruglov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kruglov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Kozmas is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kruglov wants to stand but Kozmas has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Kozmas isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kruglov stacks Kozmas 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 Kruglov!
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!
Kruglov tries to stand but Kozmas is controlling his head.
Kozmas tries to bench press Kruglov off him but Kruglov keeps the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Kozmas is looking to regain half guard here but Kruglov keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Kozmas being controlled for a moment.
Kruglov wants to stand but Kozmas has his arm trapped. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kruglov swats away the attempt to clinch by Kozmas.
Viktor Kruglov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kozmas lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nice defenses there by Kozmas.
Kozmas blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
A jab from Kozmas misses.
Kruglov throws a low kick but Kozmas avoids it.
Viktor Kruglov is winning the standup battle so far.#KD#
Kruglov lands a big shot that drops Kozmas! Can he finish him?
Kruglov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kozmas is looking to stand up but Kruglov isn't so interested in that idea.
Kozmas is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kruglov stays in close to Kozmas's body and controls the position.
Kruglov is looking to stand up but Kozmas won't let him.
Kruglov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Magomed Kozmas's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kozmas fails with a takedown attempt.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Kozmas moved out of range nicely.#KD#
Kruglov knocks Kozmas to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?
Kruglov slows the pace down.
Kruglov working away.
Kozmas sneaks a leg under to get back 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!
Kruglov trying to pass the guard but Kozmas defending well.
Kozmas tries to roll over but Kruglov keeps him under control.
Kruglov controlling the action here.#T1#
Kruglov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Kozmas controls his leg.
Kozmas is looking for a sweep. Kruglov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viktor Kruglov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kozmas trying to hold on to Kruglov's head to control him but Kruglov postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kruglov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kozmas pushes Kruglov off looking to stand but Kruglov dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kruglov throws a head kick but Kozmas moves out of range.
Kozmas misses with an uppercut. Kruglov saw that one coming.
Kruglov lands with a right hand. #TD2#
Kozmas fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kruglov to the ground. Kozmas is now in Kruglov's guard.
Kruglov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kozmas prevents Kruglov from getting back to his feet.
Kozmas looking to sit in guard and control but Kruglov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SU#
Kruglov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Kruglov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kozmas can do to turn this around?
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick
and Kozmas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kruglov missing with a left hand there. Kozmas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kozmas with a nice cross.
Kozmas moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Kozmas misses with a hook
and Kruglov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kozmas takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kruglov throws a head kick but Kozmas moves out of range.
Kozmas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
An inside leg kick lands from Kruglov.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Jab, jab by Kozmas - just one landing. #KD#
Kruglov cracks Kozmas with an uppercut from hell and Kozmas crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of Kruglov's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruglov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Viktor Kruglov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Kozmas wants to sweep here but Kruglov controlling him for the moment.
Kruglov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kruglov wants to stand and escape but instead Kozmas has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Kruglov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kruglov 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Kruglov!
Viktor Kruglov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC12:Khamaev vs Hattori
Date: Sep 17, 2022

#R1#
Kruglov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Viktor Kruglov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maldita throws a body punch but Kruglov moves out of range.
Kruglov avoids the body shot from Maldita.
Kruglov walks into a stiff left hand from Maldita.
Kruglov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Maldita looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Maldita swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruglov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kruglov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Kruglov moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov scores with a hook to the body.
Kruglov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kruglov misses with a body punch.
Maldita misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kruglov struggles to land a body shot inside as Maldita controls his hands.
Maldita has a couple of punches blocked by Kruglov. #T1#
Kruglov swings wildly with an uppercut but Maldita uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruglov tries to break the clinch but Maldita is controlling the position.
Maldita blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maldita swings wildly with an uppercut but Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Kruglov fails to land.
Maldita lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kruglov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Malditas head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maldita.
Kruglov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Kruglov breaks from the clinch.
Kruglov misses with a hook.
We've been told by Kruglov's head coaches at Shark Tank Private Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Maldita blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
Kruglov lands a head kick!
Maldita misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Kruglov throws a shot from downtown. Maldita moves away and avoids it.
Kruglov keeps the fight on the outside.
A combination from Kruglov does no damage.
Maldita appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Maldita gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov blocking some punches.
Maldita fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Maldita misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maldita misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maldita.
Maldita lands with a light punch inside.
Maldita goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Maldita lands with a short shot to the head.
Maldita struggles to land a body shot inside as Kruglov controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kruglov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Maldita.
Maldita blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Kruglov blocking some punches.
Maldita cracks Kruglov with a nice body shot.
Maldita lands a right hand.
Kruglov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Maldita letting Kruglov take a breather here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Maldita.
Maldita lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kruglov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maldita backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Maldita.
Maldita blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maldita lands a shoulder strike.
Maldita blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Maldita fails to land.
Maldita tries a body shot but Kruglov blocks it.
Kruglov is trying to break the clinch but Maldita has him pressed against the cage.
Kruglov prevents a body shot from Maldita.
Maldita misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Kruglov has a couple of punches blocked by Maldita.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kruglov.
Maldita misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kruglov tries a body shot but Maldita blocks it.
Maldita lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kruglov backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maldita blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kruglov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Maldita working aggressively here.
Maldita lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kruglov misses with the head strike.
Kruglov misses with some punches.
Maldita blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kruglov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kruglov misses with some punches.
Maldita tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kruglov has a couple of punches blocked by Maldita.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Velha Maldita will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kruglov throws a nice head kick!
Kruglov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kruglov looks to land a left hand but Maldita moved out of range nicely.
Maldita is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kruglov with a body shot.
Maldita blocks a head kick by Kruglov.
Maldita misses with a straight left.
Kruglov scores with a jab. Maldita acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Maldita walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov lands a jab to Maldita's midsection.
A swing and a miss from Kruglov.
A swing and a miss from Maldita.
Viktor Kruglov is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Maldita pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Maldita lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Viktor Kruglov has been cut.
Kruglov throws a right hand that misses
and Maldita counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Maldita misses the shot to the body.
Kruglov works Maldita's body with a nice hook.
Kruglov slips a jab from Maldita.
As Maldita looks to move away, Kruglov throws a big counter combo but Maldita just gets out of the way.
Maldita throws a jab but it's blocked by Kruglov.
Maldita connects with a nice looking jab.
Kruglov misses with a two punch combination.
Maldita lands an overhand right.
Some wild striking there from Kruglov. #T2##CL2#
Kruglov tries to keep at a distance but Maldita has taken the fight into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov misses with the head strike.
Maldita takes a shot to the head.
Kruglov swings wildly with an uppercut but Maldita uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maldita blocks an uppercut.
Kruglov working aggressively here.
Kruglov throws a punch but it's blocked by Maldita.
Kruglov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kruglov blocking some punches.
Maldita throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kruglovs head.
Maldita blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Maldita misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Velha Maldita seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Maldita scores with a shoulder strike.
Kruglov throws a head punch that misses.
Maldita lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Maldita misses with some punches.
Maldita misses with some punches.
Maldita misses with a hook from the clinch.
Maldita working aggressively here.
Kruglov swings wildly with an uppercut but Maldita uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruglov'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.
Maldita blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maldita tries to throw a body punch but Kruglov avoids it by throwing Maldita back against the cage. #BC#
Kruglov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kruglov misses with a head kick.
Kruglov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4#
Kruglov throws a right hand that misses
and Maldita counters with a stiff right hand.
Kruglov lands with a straight right. Maldita didn't see that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruglov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Good exchange - Maldita coming out on top.#KD2#
Maldita feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kruglov sprawling to the canvas! Kruglov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Maldita finish him?! #ROC2#Kruglov is rocked!
Kruglov misses with an uppercut
and Maldita counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Velha Maldita!

Event: HFC 6:Patterson vs Raynard
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
Noseworthy throws a wild body kick that Kruglov sees coming a mile off.
Good exchange - Kruglov coming out on top.
Kruglov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Noseworthy's head.
Kruglov misses with a body shot.
Noseworthy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kruglov counters with a flying knee. Nice.
A low kick lands for Kruglov.
Kruglov catches Noseworthy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Noseworthy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruglov.
Noseworthy scores with a jab to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruglov throws a sloppy head kick
and Noseworthy counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruglov takes one on the button.
Kruglov misses with a left hand
and Noseworthy counters with a series of strikes. Kruglov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kruglov throws an off balance right hand
and Noseworthy counters with a stiff right hand.
Noseworthy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kruglov throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Noseworthy drives through with a takedown into Kruglov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Noseworthy's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Noseworthy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Noseworthy won't allow Kruglov to sweep him here.
Kruglov wants to stand but Noseworthy is controlling the position.
Noseworthy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kruglov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kruglov tries to get out of the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Noseworthy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kruglov's waist but Kruglov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Noseworthy off to one side.
Kruglov swings for the body but Noseworthy moves out of range.
Kruglov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kruglov throws a series of punches but Noseworthy avoids them all with ease.
Noseworthy takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kruglov stuffs the takedown.
Kruglov is looking to counter punch.#KD#
Kruglov throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Noseworthy stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Kruglov follows into mount! #ROC#Noseworthy is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Sid Noseworthy has been cut.
Kruglov content just to control the position here.
Noseworthy is still in real trouble! Can Kruglov finish him?
Noseworthy is controlling an arm, preventing Kruglov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Kruglov is looking to stand but Noseworthy has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Noseworthy seems to have recovered his senses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruglov controlling the position easily from mount.
Kruglov wants to control the pace but Noseworthy is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Kruglov controlling from the full mount.
Kruglov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruglov looking to control but Noseworthy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Noseworthy is working to get back to half guard.
Kruglov controlling the position easily from mount.
Kruglov looking to control but Noseworthy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kruglov can't control as he wanted to and Noseworthy manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Kruglov is trying to control the action in half guard but Noseworthy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sid Noseworthy'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##CL#
Kruglov moves into the clinch.
Kruglov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Noseworthy tries to circle away but Kruglov has him pinned against the cage.
Kruglov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kruglov is leaning against Noseworthy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kruglov misses with a punch to the body.
Kruglov lands a body punch.
Kruglov lands a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruglov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Noseworthy blocks a body shot from Kruglov. #T1#
A short right from Kruglov.
Kruglov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kruglov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kruglov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kruglov tries a body shot but Noseworthy blocks it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Kruglov - that landed with a thud.
Noseworthy is looking to break free of the clinch but Kruglov has double underhooks.
Noseworthy wants to take the fight to the mat but Kruglov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kruglov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kruglov lands a left hand. #T2#
Noseworthy blocking some punches.
I was talking to Kruglov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kruglov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Noseworthy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kruglov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kruglov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kruglov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Noseworthy can do to turn this around?
Kruglov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Noseworthy working hard to break the clinch.
Kruglov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kruglov swings wildly with an uppercut but Noseworthy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Viktor Kruglov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kruglov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Kruglov misses with a short punch on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kruglov lands a nice shot to the body.
Noseworthy swings wildly with an uppercut but Kruglov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruglov swings wildly with an uppercut but Noseworthy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Noseworthy is working for takedown but Kruglov is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kruglov gets through Noseworthy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kruglov avoiding damage.
Kruglov lands with a right to the head.
Kruglov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kruglov can't find room to land a body shot as Noseworthy controls the action.
Noseworthy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kruglov scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Noseworthy.
Noseworthy takes a shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Kruglov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sid Noseworthy's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kruglov lands with an uppercut that bounces Noseworthy off the cage and back into range.
Noseworthy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kruglov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruglov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kruglov drops Noseworthy with a huge uppercut! Noseworthy drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Kruglov is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Kruglov!
Our winner, Viktor Kruglov, 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: HFC 1:New Era
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1#
Kruglov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Makhdoom on the side of the head.
Makhdoom tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kruglov looks to score with a jab to the body but Makhdoom is just out of range.
A jab from Kruglov misses.
Kruglov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Makhdoom throws out the jab.
Makhdoom throws a looping overhand right but Kruglov ducks down to avoid it.
Kruglov tries a head kick but it misses.
Makhdoom tries to clinch
and Kruglov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A big left from Makhdoom misses.
Kruglov throwing a counter right hand but Makhdoom manages to avoid it.
Kruglov lands with a good body shot.
Kruglov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Makhdoom misses with a wild body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kruglov.
Kruglov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#ROC#Makhdoom is rocked!
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!
Makhdoom leaves his chin hanging out and Kruglov seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Makhdoom crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Viktor Kruglov!
After winning the bout, Viktor Kruglov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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