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Event:
STC12| GP Losers Round 3
Date: Mar 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Markov throws the left hand but Silveiro avoids the punch easily.
Silveiro shoots in looking for a takedown. Markov tries to sprawl out of it but Silveiro keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Markov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Markov misses with a straight left.
Markov misses with a straight left.
Markov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Silveiro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Markov tries to avoid it but Silveiro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Markov to the ground. Markov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Silveiro 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.
Markov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the ropes.
Silveiro tries to pull guard but Markov forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kevin Silveiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silveiro jumps guard but Markov turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Silveiro fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Silveiro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silveiro jumps guard but Markov stands there with Silveiro around his waist. Silveiro gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#BC2#
Markov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Silveiro slips under a jab.#T1#
Silveiro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Silveiro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Markov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Markov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT2#It looks like Kevin Silveiro has been cut.
Markov throws a jab but it's blocked by Silveiro.
Silveiro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Markov avoids it really well and circles away.
Alexey Markov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Silveiro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#KD2#
Markov lands a big right hand that sends Silveiro crashing to the mat! Markov stays standing though and waves Silveiro back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markov throws a jab but it's blocked by Silveiro.
Silveiro looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Markov throws a body punch but Silveiro moves out of range.
Markov throws a hook but Silveiro avoids it easily.
Silveiro darts in looking for a takedown but Markov gets double underhooks and turns Silveiro into the ropes. #BC2#
Markov breaks the clinch.
#T2#
Silveiro ducks under a wild hook from Markov.
Silveiro throws a right hand that misses
and Markov counters with a right hand from hell and Silveiro is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov is the new super heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Alexey Markov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
MMAH 111
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
#R1##KD#
Markov cracks Ramazanov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ramazanov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Markov finish him?
#CUT#It looks like Artem Ramazanov has been cut.#KD#
Markov cracks Ramazanov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ramazanov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Markov finish him?
#ROC#Ramazanov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ramazanov misses with an uppercut
and Markov counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Ramazanov out cold! What a finish! Markov is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Alexey Markov, 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.
In defeat, Artem Ramazanov stepped up to the mic, saying 'Losing sucks! But it fuels me to be stronger.'. |
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Event:
MMAH 101 Christmas Showdown
Date: Dec 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Zak Dos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markov was well out of range. Poor timing from Zak Dos.
Sloppy strikes from Markov. Those never looked like landing.
Good leg kick by Zak Dos.
Zak Dos misses with a hook to the body
and Markov counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Heavy Zak Dos has been cut.
A big right from Markov misses.
Markov throws a lazy right hand but Zak Dos sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Markov misses with a straight left.
Markov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zak Dos on the side of the head.
Markov misses with a straight right.
Zak Dos wants to clinch
and Markov counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick lands for Zak Dos.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zak Dos. Markov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Markov throws out a counter right but Zak Dos avoids it with no problem.#KD2#
Markov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Zak Dos sprawling to the canvas! Zak Dos rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Markov finish him?!
#ROC2#Zak Dos is rocked!
We've been told by Zak Dos's head coaches at Hey Steves Fight Shack that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markov misses with a straight left.
Zak Dos seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Zak Dos fails in his attempt to clinch.
Markov throws a series of punches but Zak Dos avoids them all with ease.
Markov lands with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Markov misses the target.
Markov throws a jab when Zak Dos was well out of range.
Markov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Markov sizes up Zak Dos with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Zak Dos stuns Markov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zak Dos takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Zak Dos slips under a jab from Markov.
Markov misses with an uppercut.
A nice leg kick from Zak Dos, right into the meat of the thigh.
Zak Dos cracks a nice hook into Markov's ribs.#KD2#
Markov drops Zak Dos with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Zak Dos looks back up at him and smiles so Markov waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh Zak Dos is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Zak Dos.
Zak Dos seems to have got his legs back now.
Zak Dos leaves his chin hanging out and Markov seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Zak Dos crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov is the new super heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Alexey Markov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
MMAH 93
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Klegane misses with a leg kick. #KD#
Klegane drops Markov with a right and a left! Klegane comes rushing in but Markov regains his composure and manages to keep Klegane in guard.
#CUT#It looks like Alexey Markov has been cut.
Klegane looking to pass the guard.
Markov wants to get back to his feet but Klegane is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Klegane stopping the sweep attempt from Markov.
Klegane is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T1#
Klegane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Klegane wants to control from the top but Markov keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Markov throws a shot from downtown. Klegane moves away and avoids it.
Klegane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markov manages to avoid it.
Klegane throws a jab when Markov was well out of range.
Markov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Klegane.
Klegane misses with a hook. Markov ducked under it nicely.
Markov throws a counter combo.
Markov digs a good body shot into Klegane's ribs.
Markov clobbers Klegane with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT2#It looks like Sandor Klegane has been cut.
Markov lands a glancing blow to the side of Klegane's head.
Klegane slips under a jab from Markov.
A little feinted left hand from Klegane on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Markov throws out a loose jab but Klegane uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Markov misses the jab.
Klegane throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Markov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Markov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Markov feints with a jab and clips Klegane right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Klegane is sent crashing into the canvas and Markov leaps in for the kill! Klegane tries to get to his feet but Markov is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Klegane is in need of a savior and steps in!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexey Markov!
Our winner, Alexey Markov, 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.
The defeated Sandor Klegane had this to say: 'Grrrr'. |
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Event:
MMAH 85
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Markov blocks the body kick.
Zak Dos has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#It looks like Heavy Zak Dos has been cut.
Markov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Zak Dos. That one must have hurt.
Markov lands an overhand right.
Zak Dos wants to clinch.
Both fighters circling a little - Zak Dos finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markov cracks a nice hook into Zak Dos's ribs.
Markov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Zak Dos takes one on the button.#T1#
Zak Dos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Zak Dos swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Markov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Markov swings for the body but Zak Dos moves out of range.
#CL2#
Zak Dos closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Zak Dos misses with some punches.
#BC#
Markov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Markov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Markov slips a jab from Zak Dos.
Zak Dos cracks Markov with a good jab.
Zak Dos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Markov.
Zak Dos replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Markov blocks it well.
Markov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice jab there from Markov.
Markov throws the left hand but Zak Dos avoids the punch easily.
Zak Dos wants to counter the offense by Markov and move into the clinch position.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Markov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zak Dos throws out the jab.
Markov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markov lands with a good body shot.
Zak Dos takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
It looks like Markov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#KD#
Markov drops Zak Dos with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Zak Dos looks back up at him and smiles so Markov waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Markov cracks Zak Dos with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Zak Dos falls to his knees and Markov doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov retains his super heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Alexey Markov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
MMAH 78
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Markov throws a good cross that connects.
Alexey Markov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mamma tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mamma looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mamma throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
It seemed like Markov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Markov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Markov misses with a two punch combination.
Mamma looks to land a right hand but Markov moved out of range.
Mamma avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mamma loads up on a big right hand but Markov slips the punch.
Markov digs a good hook to Mamma's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Markov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Mamma counters with a nice double leg into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mamma accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mamma engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Mamma seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Markov for as long as he can get away with.
Mamma has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Markov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mamma is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Mamma closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Markov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mamma misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mamma fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Mamma is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Markov to keep the fight standing.
Mamma lands a left hand that snaps the head of Markov backwards.
Mamma wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Din Mamma. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mamma fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mamma misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mamma tries for a takedown but Markov manages to get underhooks.
#T3#
Markov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mamma has him pressed against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mamma misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Markov breaks the clinch.
Mamma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Markov.
Mamma pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mamma throws a hook but Markov avoids it easily.
Markov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mamma. Mamma circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mamma on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Markov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Markov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As Markov tries to get set, Mamma tries to push him back and clinch up but Markov manages to avoid the attempt.
Markov misses with a looping left.#T4#
Markov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mamma.
The fighters circling - Mamma throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Markov misses with a series of wild punches.
A big right from Mamma misses.
Mamma throws a hook but Markov blocks it.
Markov lands a right hook to the body.
Mamma blocks a jab.
Markov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Markov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markov scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alexey Markov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Markov lands with an overhand left.
Markov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mamma shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Good shot there by Markov.#CL#
Mamma has managed to clinch.
Mamma misses with a punch on the inside.
Mamma manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#BC2#
Markov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markov scores with a jab. Mamma acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Markov cracks Mamma with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mamma fails to land with a series of punches.
#T1#
Markov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mamma backs up against the cage.
#KD2#
Markov lands a big uppercut and Mamma crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Mamma looks OK. Markov waves Mamma back to his feet!#ROC2#Mamma is rocked!
Mamma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Markov throws out the jab.
Markov tests Mamma's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mamma slips under a jab from Markov.
Mamma shoots in and drives through. Markov sprawls well.
Mamma tries to bum rush Markov with a series of wild strikes but Markov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Markov throws a body shot but no joy.
Mamma was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Markov misses with an uppercut.
Markov scores with a three punch combo!
#T2#
Markov scores with a body shot.
Markov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mamma.
Alexey Markov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Markov throws out a loose jab but Mamma uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab from Markov.
Mamma ducks under a wild hook from Markov.
Mamma slips under a jab.
Markov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Mamma counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Markov wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mamma controlling the action here.
Mamma wants to take a breather but Markov is having none of it. #T3#
Markov wants to get back to his feet.
Mamma seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Markov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mamma keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Markov is trying to get back to full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Mamma tries to pass the half guard into mount. Markov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mamma misses with a hook
and Markov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Markov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Markov defending well as Mamma loads up on a big left hand.
Alexey Markov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Markov lands with a nice combination. Mamma backs away looking to recover.#T4#
Markov misses with a looping left.
Markov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD#
Mamma drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Markov seems a little lost for a moment, as Mamma dominates the positioning.
Mamma wants to control but Markov is keeping him busy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mamma controls the position.
Mamma is looking to take a break and control but Markov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Markov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alexey Markov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Mamma loads up on a big right hand but Markov slips the punch.
Markov throws a shot to the body.
Markov looks to score with a jab to the body but Mamma is just out of range.
A quick step to the side and Mamma tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Markov throws a body shot but no joy.
Markov checks a low kick from Mamma.
Markov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mamma tries to clinch up.
Markov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mamma sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mamma uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markov.
Mamma takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mamma with a lazy takedown attempt
and Markov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1##KD2#
Markov cracks Mamma with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mamma looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Markov finish him?
Markov lands a nice hook to Mamma's body. Mamma takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #KD2#
Markov cracks Mamma with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Markov has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Mamma to stand back up!
Oh Mamma is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!
Mamma glances at the clock... BAM! Markov nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Mamma crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Mamma is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov is the new super heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Alexey Markov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Din Mamma spoke after the fight, saying 'Unfortunately i lost today, i’m going to come back stronger than ever, I will be champion one day.'. |
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Event:
HFC 62:Petrov vs Cleever
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Markov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Valo counter with a right hand.
Markov scores with a nice right hand.
#CUT#It looks like Ville Valo has been cut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Markov, as that shot connected.
#KD#
Markov lands a big right hand that sends Valo crashing to the mat! Markov stays standing though and waves Valo back to his feet!#ROC#Valo is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Valo walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Markov! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
A relieved looking Alexey Markov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Ville Valo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Sleep with both your eyes open. '. |
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Event:
HFC 58: Kangee vs Burgess
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Wagner bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wagner raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Markov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wagner sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wagner lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Markov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Shark Tank Private Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Wagner avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wagner unleashes a big counter combination but Markov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Markov scores with a body shot.
Wagner misses with a takedown attempt
letting Markov counter with a right hand.
Wagner on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CUT#It looks like Buck Wagner has been cut.
Wagner buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#CL2#
Wagner moves into range and clinches up with Markov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Wagner has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Markov uses from the top position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wagner can do anything to dispel that myth.
Markov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wagner looking for a sweep. Not yet Wagner, not yet. #T1#
Wagner pulls Markov in close to prevent any damage.
Wagner trying to keep a closed guard but Markov is proving a slippery customer.
Wagner has his hands on Markov's head, controlling the position.
Markov looking to pass the guard.
Markov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wagner is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Wagner wants to control from the top but Markov keeps moving. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wagner won't allow Markov to get back to his feet.
Wagner is working Markov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Markov keeping full guard, as Wagner tries to pass.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Wagner's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Wagner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Markov is keeping the position for now. #SU2#
Wagner gets to his feet - Markov follows without any prompting.
Markov swinging wildly here.
#TD2#
Wagner shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Wagner showed some decent athleticism there.
Markov wants to get back to his feet.#T3#
Wagner wants to control but Markov is keeping him busy.
Wagner is looking to advance position but Markov won't allow it. #SU2#
Wagner decides to stand and escape the position.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Wagner!
Wagner misses with a takedown attempt
and Markov counters with a one-two to the body.
A jab lands there for Markov.#T4#
Wagner throws an off balance right hand
#KD#
and Markov counters with a big uppercut that knocks Wagner off his feet! Markov dives into side control looking to finish!#ROC#Wagner is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wagner is looking for a sweep.
Markov wants to stand but Wagner has his arm trapped. #SU#
Markov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Wagner to his feet.
Wagner has his takedown stuffed#KD#
and Markov lands a stunning uppercut that sends Wagner to the mat!
Wagner is still in real trouble! Can Markov finish him?#CUT#That has opened up Buck Wagner's cut even more.
Alexey Markov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Buck Wagner.
Markov works his way into full mount!
Wagner seems to have recovered his senses.
Markov controlling the position easily from mount.
Wagner is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alexey Markov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Buck Wagner'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#
Wagner shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Markov as he jumps to the side.
Markov throws out a loose jab but Wagner uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Wagner shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Wagner was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Markov tries to escape but Wagner is in control.
Markov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Wagner on the ground.#SU2#
Wagner has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Wagner throws a head kick but Markov moves out of range.
A left lands for Markov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markov throws a good cross that connects.
#CL2#
Wagner rushes Markov and presses him up against the cage.
Markov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Wagner has him pressed against the cage.
Wagner goes for a takedown in the clinch but Markov prevents it.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T1#
Markov wants to break free but Wagner has control.
Wagner can't get the takedown.
Alexey Markov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Buck Wagner.
Wagner slows down the pace here.
Markov lands a hook that snaps the head of Wagner backwards.
Wagner lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wagner is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Markov is defending well.
Wagner tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Markov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Markov has had enough of the clinch but Wagner keeps him there for the moment.
Markov working aggressively here.
#T2#
Markov tries to break the clinch but Wagner is controlling the position.
Markov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wagner can do to turn this around?
Markov can't break the clinch.
Markov can't break the clinch.
Markov tries to break free but Wagner pushes him back against the cage.
Markov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Markov tries to break free but Wagner pushes him back against the cage.
Wagner prevents Markov from breaking the clinch.
Markov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Wagner is working for takedown but Markov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Wagner tries to land knees in the clinch but Markov avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Wagner stalls.
Markov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Markov is trying to force a seperation but Wagner has the dominant position.
Markov stalling in the clinch but Wagner improves position.
Markov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Markov working hard to break the clinch.
Wagner wants to take the fight to the mat but Markov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wagner has Markov pressed against the cage, preventing Markov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Markov has had enough of the clinch but Wagner keeps him there for the moment.
Wagner is working for takedown but Markov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Markov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Wagner is trying to drag Markov to the mat but Markov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Wagner goes for a takedown attempt but Markov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wagner shoots and misses
and Markov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#The cut above Buck Wagner's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Markov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Markov backs off Wagner throws a huge counter combo but Markov manages to avoid it all.
Markov lands a nice shot to the body.
Wagner is breathing heavily.#KD#
Markov waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Wagner. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Wagner to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
We've been informed that Wagner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Markov wanted to stand there but Wagner had control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU#
Markov stands up from guard. Let's bang! #KD#
Markov cracks Wagner with a big right hand and Wagner goes down!#ROC#Wagner is rocked!#CUT#Buck Wagner's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Buck Wagner's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov made sure to mention his sponsor, Conviction in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
HFC 53: Caceres vs Akutagawa
Date: Jun 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Manau takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Manau looks to land a left hand but Markov moved out of range nicely.
Manau has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Markov finds it's way round the side to connect with Manau's head.
Manau throws a right hand that Markov ducks under and follows up with a left that Markov also avoids with ease.
Manau moves forwards but Markov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Manau doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Manau looks winded!
Markov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Manau on the side of the head. #KD#
Markov lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Manau sprawling to the canvas. Markov follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Manau hang on? #ROC#Manau 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!
Markov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Manau controls his leg.
Manau is still in real trouble! Can Markov finish him?#SU#
Markov stands up from half guard.
Markov cracks Manau with a left hook right on the temple and Manau goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Markov lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Manau is OK!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
After winning the bout, Alexey Markov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Sherman Manau was interviewed post fight and said 'I made a severe and continuous lapse in my judgement, and I don’t expect to be forgiven. I’m simply here to apologize. What we came across that day in the woods was obviously unplanned. The reactions you saw on tape were raw; they were unfiltered. None of us knew how to react or how to feel. I s'. |
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Event:
HFC 51:Taranin vs Caceres 2
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Markov sizes up Mkenn with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT#It looks like Justin Mkenn has been cut.
Mkenn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mkenn looks to clinch
and Markov counters with a right hand to the body.
Mkenn looks winded!
Markov lands with an uppercut that bounces Mkenn off the cage and back into range.#KD#
Markov cracks Mkenn with an uppercut from hell and Mkenn crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of Markov's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing!
#ROC#Mkenn is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Markov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mkenn is still in real trouble! Can Markov finish him?
Markov continues to stall.
Markov'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.
Markov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Mkenn seems to have recovered his senses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Markov.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mkenn slips a jab from Markov.#KD#
Markov cracks Mkenn with a big right hand and Mkenn goes down!
Markov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SU#
Markov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Mkenn leaves his chin hanging out and Markov seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Mkenn crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexey Markov!
Alexey Markov decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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