RYSE 3 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Raj Jigster (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sheldon Jigster (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sheldon Jigster is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Jigster
vs
Jigster

225 cm
25
205 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

185 cm
25
205 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Cuts easily

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Raj Jigster!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Sheldon Jigster!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Paul Tew and Daniel Bishop.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Raj Jigster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jeez, both these guys look absolutely knackered already, that's not a good sign!
Sheldon Jigster looking for a takedown.

Raj Jigster gets control of Sheldon Jigster's arms and successfully pulls guard. Raj Jigster will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.

Raj Jigster working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sheldon Jigster doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sheldon Jigster manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Raj Jigster will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Sheldon Jigster gets to his feet. Raj Jigster looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Raj Jigster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at RYSE GYM in the buildup to the fight.
Raj Jigster tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sheldon Jigster swivels and escapes.
Raj Jigster shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sheldon Jigster as he avoids it easily.
Sheldon Jigster looks to land a combination but Raj Jigster avoids it well.
Sheldon Jigster throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Raj Jigster.
Horrible takedown by Raj Jigster or perhaps it was just good defense by Sheldon Jigster which made him look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raj Jigster. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sheldon Jigster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Raj Jigster takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Raj Jigster shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sheldon Jigster but Sheldon Jigster pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Horrible takedown by Raj Jigster or perhaps it was just good defense by Sheldon Jigster which made him look bad.
Sheldon Jigster throws a shot from downtown. Raj Jigster moves away and avoids it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Raj Jigster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Raj Jigster goes for a double leg but Sheldon Jigster avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Sheldon Jigster continues to drive forward.
Raj Jigster is trying to pull guard but Sheldon Jigster turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Sheldon Jigster jumps guard but Raj Jigster turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Sheldon Jigster gets underhooks to prevent Raj Jigster's takedown attempt.

Sheldon Jigster has hold of one of Raj Jigster's legs. Raj Jigster is fighting the takedown attempt but Sheldon Jigster gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Sheldon Jigster throws a big right hand that misses.
Sheldon Jigster tries to free his leg and advance position but Raj Jigster is retaining full guard.
Raj Jigster is trying to control the position but Sheldon Jigster postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Raj Jigster holds on and takes a little breather.
Raj Jigster is trying to control the position but Sheldon Jigster postures up.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Raj Jigster wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Raj Jigster avoids a kick to the body.

Sheldon Jigster clinches up with Raj Jigster and pushes him back against the ropes.

Raj Jigster pulls guard successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Raj Jigster keeping full guard, as Sheldon Jigster tries to pass.

Sheldon Jigster gets to his feet - Raj Jigster follows without any prompting.
Sheldon Jigster tries a head kick but it misses.

Sheldon Jigster gets tackled into the ropes by Raj Jigster. Raj Jigster maintains the clinch.
Sheldon Jigster tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Raj Jigster smiles and moves away.
Jab, jab by Raj Jigster - just one landing.

Raj Jigster clinches.
Raj Jigster fails to pull guard.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to break the clinch but Raj Jigster is controlling him.
Raj Jigster fails to pull the fight into his guard.

Sheldon Jigster works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Sheldon Jigster wants to pass the guard but Raj Jigster is keeping the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sheldon Jigster working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster won't allow Raj Jigster to sweep him here.
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.

Sheldon Jigster decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Raj Jigster, up you get!
A punch combination from Sheldon Jigster misses.

Sheldon Jigster gets tackled into the ropes by Raj Jigster. Raj Jigster maintains the clinch.
Raj Jigster tries for a takedown but Sheldon Jigster manages to get underhooks.
Raj Jigster stops a takedown attempt from Sheldon Jigster.
Raj Jigster drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Raj Jigster wants to take the fight to the mat but Sheldon Jigster manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Raj Jigster keeps control of Sheldon Jigster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Raj Jigster drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sheldon Jigster pulls his leg out and moves away.
Raj Jigster tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sheldon Jigster swivels and escapes.
Sheldon Jigster dodges the punch combination from Raj Jigster.
Sheldon Jigster misses with a series of wild punches.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster stuffs the takedown.
Raj Jigster checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sheldon Jigster jabs Raj Jigster right on the nose. Raj Jigster blinks but takes it well.

Raj Jigster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Raj Jigster has Sheldon Jigster pressed against the ropes, preventing Sheldon Jigster from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Raj Jigster keeps control of Sheldon Jigster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Raj Jigster fails to pull guard.

Sheldon Jigster has clasped his hands together around Raj Jigster's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Raj Jigster struggling a bit here.
Raj Jigster is looking for a sweep.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Sheldon Jigster landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Sheldon Jigster in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Raj Jigster is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sheldon Jigster's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sheldon Jigster dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Raj Jigster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.

Raj Jigster takes the fight into the clinch.
Raj Jigster wants a takedown but no success here.
Sheldon Jigster fails to pull guard.
Sheldon Jigster tries to pull guard but Raj Jigster won't allow it.
Raj Jigster has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sheldon Jigster after a bit of a struggle.
Raj Jigster is working for takedown but Sheldon Jigster is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raj Jigster. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Raj Jigster is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sheldon Jigster pulls him back up using the underhooks.

Sheldon Jigster ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Sheldon Jigster no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Raj Jigster postures up in Sheldon Jigster's guard and throws a big left but Sheldon Jigster blocks it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sheldon Jigster trying to keep a closed guard but Raj Jigster is proving a slippery customer.
Raj Jigster trying to control but Sheldon Jigster is working from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Raj Jigster pushes down on Sheldon Jigster's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Raj Jigster working Sheldon Jigster over with strikes.
Raj Jigster with the ground and pound but Sheldon Jigster uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Sheldon Jigster pulls Raj Jigster in to control the position.
Sheldon Jigster wants to get back to his feet but Raj Jigster is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Raj Jigster stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sheldon Jigster swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster keeping moving, preventing Raj Jigster from controlling successfully.
Raj Jigster is really struggling to control Sheldon Jigster but he's trying to hold on to the position.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Raj Jigster wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Nice sprawl there from Sheldon Jigster as Raj Jigster shoots in.
Raj Jigster really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.

Raj Jigster moves into range and clinches up with Sheldon Jigster.

Sheldon Jigster successfully pulls guard.
Sheldon Jigster working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Raj Jigster.
Raj Jigster trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Raj Jigster throws a strike but Sheldon Jigster rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Sheldon Jigster drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sheldon Jigster jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sheldon Jigster looking to pass the guard.

Sheldon Jigster decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Raj Jigster, up you get!
Raj Jigster checks the leg kick.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sheldon Jigster is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to break the clinch but Raj Jigster is controlling him.

Raj Jigster pulls guard.
Raj Jigster utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Raj Jigster seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster won't allow Raj Jigster to sweep him here.

Raj Jigster is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

Raj Jigster is looking for a triangle but Sheldon Jigster pushes his legs off easily.

Raj Jigster throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Sheldon Jigster throwing strikes from guard but Raj Jigster blocks nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Raj Jigster dominated that second 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Raj Jigster closes the distance and pushes Sheldon Jigster back into the ropes.
Sheldon Jigster gets underhooks to prevent Raj Jigster's takedown attempt.
Sheldon Jigster tries to circle away but Raj Jigster has him pinned against the ropes.

Sheldon Jigster manages to break the clinch.
Raj Jigster slips a jab and a cross from Sheldon Jigster.
Raj Jigster is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Raj Jigster moves into range and clinches up with Sheldon Jigster.
Sheldon Jigster tries to break the clinch but Raj Jigster is controlling the position.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Raj Jigster pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to pull guard but Raj Jigster turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.

Raj Jigster jumps guard and drags Sheldon Jigster to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Raj Jigster wants to improve his position but instead Sheldon Jigster has moved into half guard.
Sheldon Jigster not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Sheldon Jigster stands up from half guard.
A solid leg kick lands there for Raj Jigster.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sheldon Jigster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!

Raj Jigster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Raj Jigster has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Raj Jigster keeps control of Sheldon Jigster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to break the clinch but Raj Jigster has him pressed against the ropes.
Raj Jigster tries for a takedown but Sheldon Jigster manages to get underhooks.
Raj Jigster is trying to pull guard but Sheldon Jigster has him pressed against the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raj Jigster. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Raj Jigster avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Raj Jigster missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Raj Jigster content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Raj Jigster tries to free his leg and advance position but Sheldon Jigster is retaining full guard.
Raj Jigster wants to get up but he can't break Sheldon Jigster's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Raj Jigster works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Raj Jigster seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
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!
Raj Jigster not landing any meaningful shots this time.

Raj Jigster is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sheldon Jigster doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Raj Jigster.
Raj Jigster wants to pass to mount but Sheldon Jigster is defending the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Raj Jigster trying to control the action but Sheldon Jigster is working from the bottom.
Raj Jigster stops Sheldon Jigster from getting back to his feet.
Raj Jigster trying to mount his opponent but Sheldon Jigster defends it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
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.
Sheldon Jigster is looking to improve his position.
Raj Jigster trying to control from Sheldon Jigster's half guard. Sheldon Jigster has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Raj Jigster throws a big elbow that misses.
Sheldon Jigster wants to stand but Raj Jigster is controlling the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Raj Jigster throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sheldon Jigster works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Raj Jigster showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Raj Jigster 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raj Jigster!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
76%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Onni Kojo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mica Gavric (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gavric has chosen Frank Zappa - Cocaine Decisions as his entrance music. Onni Kojo is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

Kojo
vs
Gavric

190 cm
25
205 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

187 cm
24
210 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Self confident

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Determined

FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!)
KAISER

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Onni Kojo!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Mica Gavric!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Chris Edwards and James Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kojo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Gavric paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kojo fails with the takedown

and Gavric decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kojo's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Gavric content to stall in guard here.
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.
Gavric advances position into side control!
Kojo trying to remain calm as Gavric controls from the top position.
Kojo is trying to work for a sweep but Gavric has mounted him!
Kojo is breathing heavily.

Gavric quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Gavric but it's paid off an Kojo is forced to tap! Nice work by Gavric.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mica Gavric!
Mica Gavric is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Mica Gavric thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
49%

Main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Selestion Mudisbarov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Einear Yi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!

Mudisbarov
vs
Yi

182 cm
20
180 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

178 cm
26
161 lbs
5 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent elbows
Cardio machine

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Granite chin

Cold Blooded Kemists ↑ 5x160Q

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Selestion Mudisbarov!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Einear Yi!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Andrew Berry and Colin Fotheringham.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mudisbarov scoring well with a low kick there.
Yi swings for the body but Mudisbarov moves out of range.

Mudisbarov rushes Yi and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Yi just leaning against Mudisbarov, taking a breather.
Yi wants to break free but Mudisbarov has control.
Mudisbarov throws an elbow but it misses.
Yi blocks the elbow strike.
Mudisbarov blocks the elbow strike.
Yi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Yi managing to block the knees to the body from Mudisbarov.
Yi wants to stall.
Yi has a couple of punches blocked by Mudisbarov.
Yi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yi is trying to break free.
Mudisbarov lands an elbow inside that Yi shrugs off.
Yi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Mudisbarov has a couple of punches blocked by Yi.
Yi wants to get back to striking at distance but Mudisbarov won't allow it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Yi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Mudisbarov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Yi is trying to maintain a safe position but Mudisbarov gets an underhook and turns Yi into the ropes.

Yi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mudisbarov lands with a kick to the temple. Yi shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Mudisbarov tries a head kick but it misses.

Yi has managed to clinch.
Mudisbarov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yi is trying to stall.
Yi working hard to break the clinch.
Mudisbarov keeps control of Yi as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yi.
Yi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Mudisbarov throws a head punch that misses.
Yi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mudisbarov pushes off an throws an elbow but Yi leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.

Yi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yi is looking to score with low kicks.
Yi fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mudisbarov checks it well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yi steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mudisbarov. That one must have hurt.
Yi fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mudisbarov checks it well.

Yi rushes Mudisbarov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Mudisbarov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mudisbarov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Yi's defenses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mudisbarov.
Yi takes an elbow to the forehead.
Yi pushes off an throws an elbow but Mudisbarov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Yi is pushing Mudisbarov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Mudisbarov working aggressively here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mudisbarov misses with a knee to the head.
Yi is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mudisbarov is keeping busy.
Mudisbarov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Mudisbarov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Yi wants to break free but Mudisbarov has control.
Mudisbarov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mudisbarov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Yi's face.
Yi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mudisbarov misses with a punch on the inside.
Yi is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Mudisbarov crunches a lovely knee into Yi's ribcage.
Yi stalling in the clinch but Mudisbarov improves position.
Yi is trying to force a seperation but Mudisbarov has the dominant position.
Yi blocks an elbow strike.
Yi blocks the elbow strike.
Yi stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Mudisbarov lands an elbow inside that Yi shrugs off.
Yi with a knee to the head.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Yi looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Yi stalling in the clinch but Mudisbarov improves position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Yi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mudisbarov lands an overhand right.
Decent striking displayed by Mudisbarov there.
Yi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Yi tries to work over Mudisbarov's front leg with a kick but Mudisbarov checks it.
Mudisbarov throws a body kick that misses.
Mudisbarov tries a head kick but it misses.

Mudisbarov drops Yi with a beautiful combination! Yi stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Mudisbarov is looking for the KO!

Yi is rocked!
Mudisbarov thuds a left hand into Yi's body.
Yi avoids the head kick by Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Einear Yi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yi wants to land a leg kick but Mudisbarov is out of range.
Yi throws a push kick but Mudisbarov slaps the foot to one side.

Yi instigates a clinch.
Yi tries to stall but Mudisbarov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Yi dodges an elbow strike from Mudisbarov.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Yi wants to break the clinch but can't.
Yi throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Mudisbarov misses with an elbow strike.

Yi breaks from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Selestion Mudisbarov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Mudisbarov lands a head kick. Yi smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Yi thows a leg kick but Mudisbarov checks it
enabling Mudisbarov to counter with a crisp jab.

Mudisbarov clinches up with Yi and pushes him back against the ropes.
Yi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Yi is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Mudisbarov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Yi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Yi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Yi working hard to break the clinch.
Mudisbarov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mudisbarov lands an elbow just above Yi 's eye.
Mudisbarov lands with a short shot to the head.
Mudisbarov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Yi misses with an elbow strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mudisbarov.
Yi leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Mudisbarov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yi or not.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Yi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Yi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mudisbarov lands a nice hook to Yi's body. Yi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.

Yi has Mudisbarov up against the ropes in a clinch.
Mudisbarov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Yi is defending well for now.
Mudisbarov misses with an elbow strike.
Mudisbarov avoids a wild elbow strike from Yi.
Mudisbarov throws an elbow but it misses.
Yi blocks the elbow strike.
Mudisbarov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Yi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Einear Yi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Yi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Yi wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mudisbarov misses with a hook from the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yi avoiding damage as Mudisbarov throws knees to the body.
Mudisbarov avoiding damage as Yi throws knees to the body.

Yi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Yi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov scores with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yi misses with a low kick.
Mudisbarov scores with a jab.
Mudisbarov throws a sloppy head kick and Yi moves out of range easily.
Yi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yi avoids the head kick by Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Selestion Mudisbarov is winning the standup battle so far.
Mudisbarov tries to clinch there but Yi circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mudisbarov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mudisbarov ducks under a wild hook from Yi.
Mudisbarov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Yi swats away the attempt to clinch by Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov dips to his left and cracks Yi with an uppercut!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mudisbarov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mudisbarov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Donk. Mudisbarov catches Yi right on the button with a cross.
Yi takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick from Mudisbarov lands but Yi takes it in his stride.
Yi is still on wobbly legs! Can Mudisbarov finish him?
Yi fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mudisbarov checks it well.
Yi seems to have recovered his senses.
Mudisbarov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mudisbarov throws a leg kick but Yi moved away.

Yi closes the distance and clinches.
Mudisbarov tries to land a knee to the head but Yi blocks with his arms.
Mudisbarov misses with a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Yi breaks from the clinch.

Mudisbarov instigates a clinch.
Mudisbarov tries to land knees in the clinch but Yi avoids the damage to the body.

Yi breaks the clinch.
Yi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A head kick by Mudisbarov misses
and Yi counters with an outside leg kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mudisbarov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Yi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mudisbarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.

Mudisbarov closes the distance and clinches.
Mudisbarov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Yi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Yi is trying to break the clinch but Mudisbarov has him pressed against the ropes.
Yi is trying to break the clinch but Mudisbarov is controlling him.

Yi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yi throws a head kick that misses.
Yi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Yi avoids the head kick by Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Mudisbarov is looking to land body kicks.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Mudisbarov connects with a nice looking jab.
Mudisbarov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Yi.
Yi throws a big shot that misses.

Mudisbarov tries to keep at a distance but Yi has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Selestion Mudisbarov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Yi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Good exchange - Mudisbarov coming out on top.
Mudisbarov checks the leg kick nicely there.

Mudisbarov forces Yi back against the ropes and clinches.
Mudisbarov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Yi's efforts to push away.
Yi is trying to stall.

Yi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mudisbarov thumps Yi with a low kick.
Yi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mudisbarov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yi throws a hook to the side of Mudisbarov's head but Mudisbarov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Yi keeps the fight on the outside.
A good leg kick by Mudisbarov.
Yi misses with a hook.

Mudisbarov closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mudisbarov.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Mudisbarov fails to land.
Yi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Yi misses with an elbow strike.
Yi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Yi tries to circle away but Mudisbarov has him pinned against the ropes.
Yi blocking some punches.
Mudisbarov swings wildly with an uppercut but Yi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mudisbarov lands a damaging elbow.
Mudisbarov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Yis head.
Yi looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Mudisbarov throws an elbow that misses.
Mudisbarov misses with an elbow over the top.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mudisbarov.
Yi throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Mudisbarov blocks it with crossed arms.
Mudisbarov lands a hook that snaps the head of Yi backwards.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Mudisbarov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Yi's brow.
Nice elbow from Mudisbarov.
Mudisbarov trying to land knees to the body.
Mudisbarov working aggressively here.
Mudisbarov swings wildly with an uppercut but Yi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mudisbarov lands an elbow inside that Yi shrugs off.
Mudisbarov landing knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Mudisbarov lands an elbow inside that Yi shrugs off.
Mudisbarov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Yi wants to stall.

Yi breaks from the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.

Mudisbarov takes the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Mudisbarov throws an elbow but misses.
Mudisbarov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Yi in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Yi is trying to maintain a safe position but Mudisbarov gets an underhook and turns Yi into the ropes.
Mudisbarov missing with knees to the body.
Mudisbarov misses with an elbow strike.
Mudisbarov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mudisbarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yi can do to turn this around?
Mudisbarov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.

Yi breaks the clinch.

Mudisbarov has managed to clinch.
Yi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
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!
Mudisbarov throws a head punch that misses.
Mudisbarov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mudisbarov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mudisbarov being controlled against the ropes.
Selestion Mudisbarov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Yi misses with a punch on the inside.
Einear Yi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yi is trying to break free.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mudisbarov lands a hook to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Yi is trying to push Mudisbarov away but Mudisbarov has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Mudisbarov has Yi pressed against the ropes, preventing Yi from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mudisbarov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Yi using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mudisbarov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Selestion Mudisbarov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mudisbarov 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Selestion Mudisbarov!
Selestion Mudisbarov retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Selestion Mudisbarov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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