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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Ivan Russovich (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alexander Smirnov (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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183 lbs
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195 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
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BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Ivan Russovich!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Alexander Smirnov!
The judges for this bout are Dmitry Maklakov, Fedor Mirinova and Viktor Lagutenko.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Russovich keeps the fight on the outside.
No luck for Russovich with that takedown attempt.
Russovich closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Russovich is trying to work for a kimura but Smirnov is defending well.
Russovich thows a huge punch but Smirnov dodges it nicely.
Smirnov is looking to escape.
Russovich seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Russovich wants to work for an arm triangle but Smirnov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Russovich seems to be looking for submissions.
Russovich wants to work for an arm triangle but Smirnov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Russovich perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Russovich seems to be looking for submissions.
Smirnov is defending against the submission attempts here by Russovich.
Smirnov is trying to stand.
Russovich trying to control the action but Smirnov is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Russovich seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Smirnov has recovered full guard.
Smirnov pushes Russovich off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
A head kick misses from Smirnov.
Smirnov closes the distance and clinches.
Russovich is trying to break the clinch but Smirnov is controlling him.
Smirnov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Smirnov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smirnov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Russovich manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Russovich shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Smirnov pinned against the cage. Smirnov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Russovich is breathing heavily.
Smirnov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Russovich's waist but Russovich gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Smirnov off to one side.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Russovich tries for a takedown but Smirnov circles away easily
and Smirnov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Russovich. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Russovich has Smirnov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Smirnov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Smirnov misses with a knee strike.
Russovich tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Smirnov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Russovich is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Smirnov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Smirnov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Smirnov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Russovich.
Smirnov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Smirnov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Smirnov rushes Russovich and presses him up against the cage.
Russovich drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smirnov scores with a knee to the head.
Smirnov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Smirnov landing knees to the head.
Smirnov lands a knee to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smirnov scores with a knee to the head.
Smirnov is pressed up against the cage. Russovich has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smirnov down to the mat. Smirnov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Russovich gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Smirnov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Russovich takes an elbow to the forehead.
A nice right hand lands inside from Smirnov.
Smirnov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Russovich is trying to drag Smirnov to the mat but Smirnov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Smirnov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Russovich has his takedown stuffed
and Smirnov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Smirnov.
Smirnov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smirnov tries to land knees in the clinch but Russovich avoids the damage to the body.
Smirnov gets underhooks to prevent Russovich's takedown attempt.
Russovich misses with a punch to the body.
Russovich is working for takedown but Smirnov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Smirnov lands a knee to the head.
Smirnov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Smirnov dominated that round.
That's time! Russovich's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Smirnov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Russovich closes the distance looking to clinch
and Smirnov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Smirnov.
Smirnov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Smirnov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Russovich has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Russovich looking for a takedown.
Smirnov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Smirnov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Smirnov tries to stall but Russovich uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Russovich throws a head punch that misses.
Russovich tries for a takedown but Smirnov manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Russovich. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Russovich tries for a takedown. No joy.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smirnov lands a knee to the body.
Russovich can't get the takedown.
Smirnov pulls guard.
Russovich postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Smirnov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Russovich, into his guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Russovich preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Russovich controlling Smirnov's posture.
Russovich is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Smirnov is controlling him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Smirnov stands up and waves to Russovich to follow him.
Smirnov throws a nice head kick!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Russovich shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Russovich is looking to stall here but Smirnov recovers full guard.
Smirnov is looking to stand up but Russovich isn't so interested in that idea.
Russovich drops back, looking for a kneebar! Smirnov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Smirnov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Smirnov!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Russovich is trying to control Smirnov's posture but Smirnov avoids it.
Russovich tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Smirnov easily slips into full mount!
Smirnov lands with some strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Smirnov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Smirnov rushes Russovich and presses him up against the cage.
Russovich has picked Smirnov up - he's going for a ride! Russovich dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Russovich tries to pass to full mount but Smirnov defends it.
Smirnov is trying to stand.
Smirnov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Smirnov clinches with his opponent.
Russovich tries to score a body lock takedown but Smirnov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Russovich wants a takedown but no success here.
Russovich jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smirnov walks away with a smile on his face. Russovich gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Russovich. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Russovich fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Smirnov throws a head kick but Russovich moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Russovich tries to sprawl but Smirnov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Russovich actively working from the bottom here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smirnov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Russovich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smirnov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Smirnov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Russovich keeps working.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Russovich is controlling Smirnov's trapped leg to prevent Smirnov from advancing to side control.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Alexander Smirnov wasn't active enough on the ground.
Russovich closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Smirnov quickly recovers to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smirnov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Russovich wants to control but Smirnov is keeping him busy.
Smirnov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Russovich is looking for a kimura here.
Russovich wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smirnov keeps working.
That's four 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.
Smirnov is trying to stand up here but Russovich is controlling him well.
Russovich wants to work for an arm triangle but Smirnov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Russovich content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ivan Russovich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Russovich is looking for a kimura here.
Alexander Smirnov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Russovich throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ivan Russovich.
I think Smirnov 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexander Smirnov!
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energy
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FIGHT
RATING
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