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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Krisko Kurtev (ranked 1661 p4p, 2180 weight class) and Dmitry Boytsov (ranked 230 p4p, 289 weight class). Boytsov has chosen AMAZING as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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Solid boxing
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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 38 - 45 - 2, fighting out of Hilo, Krisko Kurtev!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 21 - 1, fighting out of St Petersburg, Dmitry Boytsov!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Paulsen Ambrosius and Saam Ante.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boytsov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kurtev!
Kurtev is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boytsov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boytsov is working for a kimura but Kurtev is defending it quite comfortably.
Boytsov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Boytsov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Boytsov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kurtev has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kurtev is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Fryes pit, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurtev throwing hammer fists to the chest of Boytsov. What's that going to do exactly?
Kurtev is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Boytsov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Boytsov has control of Kurtev's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Kurtev regains control of the situation pretty easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kurtev is squirming around, avoiding Boytsov's attempts to control the action.
Kurtev gets back to half guard.
Boytsov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kurtev is just riding it out for now. Boytsov eventually gives up the hold.
Boytsov blocks the strikes from Kurtev.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kurtev is trying to stand back up but Boytsov is controlling him
Kurtev missing with punches from the bottom.
Kurtev flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Boytsov is working for a kimura but Kurtev is defending it quite comfortably.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kurtev is defending against the submission attempts here by Boytsov.
Kurtev landing small, sideways elbows.
Kurtev throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Boytsov is looking to take a break and control but Kurtev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boytsov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kurtev wants to get back to full guard.
Kurtev is in trouble now - Boytsov has advanced to mount!
Kurtev throwing hammer fists to the chest of Boytsov. What's that going to do exactly?
Kurtev swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kurtev is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Boytsov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Boytsov trying to control but Kurtev is having none of it.
Kurtev can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurtev wants to hold on but Boytsov pushes him away.
Boytsov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kurtev throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Boytsov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kurtev is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Boytsov is working for a guillotine from mount but Kurtev frees his head quite easily.
Boytsov has hold of Kurtev's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Kurtev manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boytsov moves to back control.
Boytsov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Boytsov has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Kurtev has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Boytsov gets his hands free as Kurtev looks to control.
Kurtev preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Boytsov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boytsov tightening his grip on Kurtev, looking for the choke.
Boytsov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dmitry Boytsov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Boytsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kurtev darts in and clinches Boytsov up against the cage.
Boytsov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Boytsov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Kurtev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boytsov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kurtev has managed to get both his arms back between Boytsov's legs - danger averted.
Boytsov looking for a guillotine here but Kurtev defends easily.
Kurtev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kurtev throwing strikes from guard but Boytsov blocks nicely.
Kurtev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boytsov is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boytsov working for submissions but it's allowed Kurtev to get to half guard.
Kurtev takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Boytsov wants to get back to full guard.
Kurtev wants to control but Boytsov is keeping him busy.
Kurtev slips a nice elbow through Boytsov's hands, connecting with Boytsov's forehead.
Dmitry Boytsov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boytsov trying to control from the bottom.
Boytsov is trying is best to control the position here.
Boytsov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kurtev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Boytsov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Boytsov keeping moving, preventing Kurtev from controlling successfully.
Boytsov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boytsov is looking for a triangle but Kurtev pushes his legs off easily.
Kurtev will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boytsov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kurtev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kurtev content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kurtev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Boytsov's head.
Boytsov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boytsov has his foot on Kurtev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kurtev works his way back into a safe position though.
Boytsov is breathing heavily.
Kurtev scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Boytsov looking to control.
Kurtev forces his way into half guard.
Boytsov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kurtev connects with a nice short shot to Boytsov's temple.
Kurtev is nestled in close to Boytsov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Boytsov tries to roll over but Kurtev keeps him under control.
Boytsov is not content to let Kurtev control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kurtev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Boytsov tries to get to full guard but Kurtev has control of the leg.
Kurtev is trying to control. Boytsov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kurtev trying to pass the guard but Boytsov defending well.
Kurtev working the head and body with strikes.
Kurtev lands strikes from half guard.
Kurtev is trying to control. Boytsov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kurtev lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Boytsov actively working from the bottom here.
Ground and pound from Kurtev.
Kurtev is nestled in close to Boytsov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kurtev connects with a nice short shot to Boytsov's temple.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boytsov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boytsov looking for submissions off his back.
Kurtev content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boytsov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Kurtev.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boytsov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kurtev pulls his head out easily.
Kurtev is trying to control. Boytsov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boytsov 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.
Krisko Kurtev dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
The fight stays on the outside here - Kurtev looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And Boytsov tries to counter it with a takedown but Kurtev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Boytsov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Boytsov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boytsov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurtev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boytsov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Kurtev is trying to control the position but Boytsov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boytsov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurtev has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boytsov has managed to get both his arms back between Kurtev's legs - danger averted.
Kurtev looking to control.
Kurtev punching from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kurtev striking off his back, scoring a few points.
Kurtev striking off his back but it's not causing Boytsov any problems.
Boytsov slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Kurtev.
Kurtev is looking to control Boytsov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kurtev avoid being mounted?
Boytsov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kurtev regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kurtev tries to strike from the bottom.
Boytsov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boytsov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kurtev controls Boytsov momentarily but Boytsov frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurtev throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boytsov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kurtev throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kurtev escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boytsov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boytsov wants to control from the top but Kurtev keeps moving.
Boytsov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boytsov trying to control but Kurtev is working from the bottom.
Boytsov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kurtev 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boytsov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kurtev's guard.
Boytsov wants to pass the guard but Kurtev is keeping the position.
Boytsov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Boytsov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Boytsov is pushing down on Kurtev's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kurtev is fighting to maintain full guard but Boytsov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boytsov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kurtev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kurtev lands with a few short shots to the body.
Kurtev tries to get to full guard but Boytsov has control of the leg.
Boytsov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Kurtev wants to control but Boytsov is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boytsov has hold of Kurtev's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Kurtev manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Boytsov is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Kurtev has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Kurtev!
Boytsov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kurtev lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Boytsov is trying to control the position but Kurtev postures up.
Kurtev working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Boytsov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boytsov is looking to sweep but instead, Kurtev has passed into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurtev working the head and body with strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dmitry Boytsov.
I think Boytsov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dmitry Boytsov!
Dmitry Boytsov spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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