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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Rama Tampubulon Sihotang (ranked 4021 p4p, 3842 weight class) and Darren Ahkmedov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Rama Tampubulon Sihotang!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Darren Ahkmedov!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ahkmedov misses with a takedown attempt - Sihotang sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sihotang was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ahkmedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Sihotang tries to sprawl out of it but Ahkmedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sihotang manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ahkmedov dodges the punch combination from Sihotang.
Ahkmedov shoots in for a takedown but Sihotang shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Rama Tampubulon Sihotang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Ahkmedov.
Sihotang gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ahkmedov counters with a three punch combo that has Sihotang backing up. Sihotang nods at Ahkmedov to acknowledge the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sihotang keeps the fight on the outside.
Sihotang tries to clinch up.
Sihotang is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ahkmedov's half guard.
Sihotang trying to control from half guard but Ahkmedov is working away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ahkmedov wants to get back to full guard.
Sihotang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ahkmedov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Sihotang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sihotang trying to mount his opponent but Ahkmedov defends it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ahkmedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sihotang.
Sihotang performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ahkmedov wants to control but Sihotang is keeping busy.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sihotang clinches with his opponent.
Sihotang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ahkmedov walks away with a smile on his face. Sihotang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Sihotang lands with a straight right. Ahkmedov didn't see that one coming.
Ahkmedov avoids the body shot from Sihotang.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice takedown defense from Ahkmedov. No joy for Sihotang on that attempt.
Ahkmedov misses with a body kick.
Ahkmedov shoots in but Sihotang avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ahkmedov shoots in but Sihotang avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sihotang lands a slapping body shot.
Sihotang leaves Ahkmedov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ahkmedov tries to clinch but Sihotang is having none of it.
Ahkmedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ahkmedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sihotang paws at him with a jab and circles away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ahkmedov is defended easily by Sihotang.
Ahkmedov looks winded!
Ahkmedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sihotang counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sihotang takes the fight into the clinch.
Sihotang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ahkmedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sihotang moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sihotang thinks about countering with a head kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahkmedov leaves Sihotang with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ahkmedov is looking for the big counter here.
Ahkmedov stuffs the takedown attempt from Sihotang. Sihotang gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rama Tampubulon Sihotang dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Sihotang tries a head kick but it misses.
Sihotang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ahkmedov.
Sihotang seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A good leg kick by Ahkmedov.
Ahkmedov misses with a double jab
and Sihotang counters with a two punch combo.
Sihotang avoids the head kick by Ahkmedov.
Sihotang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ahkmedov can do to turn this around?
Sihotang darts in looking for a takedown but Ahkmedov gets double underhooks and turns Sihotang into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahkmedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sihotang instigates a clinch.
Sihotang is trying to pull guard but Ahkmedov has him pressed against the cage.
Sihotang has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ahkmedov after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rama Tampubulon Sihotang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sihotang looking to throw knees to the head but Ahkmedov is blocking nicely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sihotang jumps guard but Ahkmedov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sihotang manages to break the clinch.
Ahkmedov darts in and clinches Sihotang up against the cage.
Sihotang tries to pull guard but Ahkmedov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sihotang gets underhooks to prevent Ahkmedov's takedown attempt.
Ahkmedov can't get the takedown.
Ahkmedov is breathing heavily.
Ahkmedov successfully pulls guard.
Sihotang trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahkmedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sihotang might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sihotang gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ahkmedov keeps the fight on the outside.
Sihotang pushes Ahkmedov up against the cage in a clinch.
Ahkmedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sihotang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ahkmedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ahkmedov swats away the attempt to clinch by Sihotang.
Sihotang slips a straight right by Ahkmedov.
Sihotang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ahkmedov moves away.
Ahkmedov keeps the fight on the outside.
And Ahkmedov tries to counter it with a takedown but Sihotang pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sihotang rushes Ahkmedov and presses him up against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sihotang breaks from the clinch.
Ahkmedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Sihotang sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sihotang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ahkmedov unleashes a big counter combination but Sihotang bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ahkmedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Sihotang circles away.
Sihotang walks into a stiff left hand from Ahkmedov.
Sihotang lands a right hook to the body.
Ahkmedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sihotang circles away.
Sloppy strikes from Sihotang. Those never looked like landing.
Sihotang shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ahkmedov but Ahkmedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ahkmedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ahkmedov can't get the takedown.
Sihotang tries to pull guard but Ahkmedov won't allow it.
Ahkmedov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sihotang pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ahkmedov slaps away a takedown attempt from Sihotang, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ahkmedov unleashes a big counter combination but Sihotang bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sihotang misses with a takedown attempt - Ahkmedov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sihotang takes a kick to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rama Tampubulon Sihotang will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Sihotang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ahkmedov counters with a series of strikes. Sihotang will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ahkmedov throws a series of punches but Sihotang avoids them all with ease.
Ahkmedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Sihotang pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sihotang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ahkmedov has closed the distance and engaged Sihotang in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Ahkmedov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahkmedov tries to break the clinch but Sihotang is controlling the position.
Ahkmedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ahkmedov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sihotang gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Sihotang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ahkmedov smiles and moves away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ahkmedov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sihotang is looking for a counter combo.
Ahkmedov slaps away a takedown attempt from Sihotang, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ahkmedov looks for a takedown but Sihotang sprawls well.
Sihotang is looking to counter punch.
Rama Tampubulon Sihotang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Ahkmedov.
Ahkmedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Sihotang shoots in for a double leg but Ahkmedov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sihotang takes the fight into the clinch.
Ahkmedov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sihotang is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sihotang can't get the takedown.
Sihotang jumps guard but Ahkmedov stands there with Sihotang around his waist. Sihotang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sihotang successfully pulls guard.
Ahkmedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sihotang pulls Ahkmedov in close to his closed guard and prevents Ahkmedov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sihotang has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ahkmedov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sihotang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ahkmedov stands up from Sihotang's guard - Ahkmedov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Ahkmedov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ahkmedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sihotang throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ahkmedov's waist but Ahkmedov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sihotang off to one side.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
A low kick lands for Ahkmedov.
Ahkmedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sihotang swivels and escapes.
Sihotang lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sihotang closes the distance and clinches up with Ahkmedov, looking for a takedown. Sihotang pushes Ahkmedov against the cage but Ahkmedov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ahkmedov shoots in for a double leg but Sihotang sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ahkmedov leaves Sihotang with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nice cross by Ahkmedov.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sihotang dives in and grabs Ahkmedov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ahkmedov pushes down on Sihotang's head and hops out.
Darren Ahkmedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ahkmedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Ahkmedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sihotang 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight for Rama Tampubulon Sihotang!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Rama Tampubulon Sihotang!
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Rama Tampubulon Sihotang!
Rama Tampubulon Sihotang wins by unanimous decision!
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