PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Emil Jagerkokov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fabian Kabakov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Jagerkokov
vs
Kabakov

169 cm
20
190 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

213 cm
27
196 lbs
5 - 6 - 1

Powerful takedowns
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Determined

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 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Emil Jagerkokov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 6 - 1, fighting out of St Petersburg, Fabian Kabakov!
The judges for this bout are Vladimir Khabensky, Aleksandr Martynov and Illya Tyunina.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kabakov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jagerkokov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jagerkokov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kabakov throws a head kick but Jagerkokov moves out of range.
Jagerkokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kabakov is fending him off so far but Jagerkokov persists. Nope, Kabakov circles away and we're back to standing.
Jagerkokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kabakov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kabakov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emil Jagerkokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kabakov lands with a right hand.

Kabakov has managed to clinch.
Jagerkokov is trying to drag Kabakov to the mat but Kabakov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A knee to the head by Kabakov.
Kabakov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kabakov working Jagerkokov over with knees to the body.
Kabakov misses with a knee strike.
Jagerkokov has been working on his balance at Bobby B's Gem, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Kabakov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jagerkokov tries for a takedown but Kabakov manages to get underhooks.
Kabakov prevents the takedown attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jagerkokov takes an elbow to the temple.
Kabakov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.

Kabakov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jagerkokov shoots in for a double leg but Kabakov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kabakov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kabakov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kabakov misses with a kick to the body.
Jagerkokov dives in for a single leg takedown but Kabakov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.

Kabakov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jagerkokov, pushing him back against the cage.
Jagerkokov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kabakov prevents it.
Jagerkokov tries to pull guard but Kabakov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jagerkokov is working for takedown but Kabakov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jagerkokov is looking for a takedown.
Kabakov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jagerkokov backwards.
Jagerkokov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kabakov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jagerkokov's elbow.
Jagerkokov is working for takedown but Kabakov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jagerkokov is breathing heavily.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kabakov.
Kabakov is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kabakov trying to land knees to the body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kabakov lands an elbow inside that Jagerkokov shrugs off.

It looks like Emil Jagerkokov has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Kabakov manages to break the clinch.
Kabakov misses with a body shot.
Kabakov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jagerkokov's sensitive parts.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kabakov. Jagerkokov shrugs it off though.
Jagerkokov has a takedown stuffed.
Kabakov has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Kabakov lands a slapping body shot.
Jagerkokov dives in and grabs Kabakov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kabakov pushes down on Jagerkokov's head and hops out.
Kabakov thinks about the counter body kick.
A head kick from Kabakov lands but Jagerkokov takes it in his stride.
Jagerkokov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kabakov. That one must have hurt.

Jagerkokov tries to keep at a distance but Kabakov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kabakov is pressed up against the cage. Jagerkokov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kabakov down to the mat. Kabakov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jagerkokov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jagerkokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kabakov's waist but Kabakov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jagerkokov off to one side.
A left and a right from Kabakov both land. Nice combination.
Emil Jagerkokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jagerkokov avoids the body shot from Kabakov.
It looked like Jagerkokov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jagerkokov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kabakov defends it nicely.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kabakov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jagerkokovs head.
Jagerkokov tries to score a body lock takedown but Kabakov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kabakov lands a knee to the body.
Kabakov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Jagerkokov in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A short right from Kabakov.
Kabakov crunches a lovely knee into Jagerkokov's ribcage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kabakov.
Kabakov landing knees to the head.
Kabakov lands an elbow that stopped Jagerkokov in his tracks for a moment.
Jagerkokov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kabakov prevents it.
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!
Kabakov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kabakov breaks from the clinch.
Jagerkokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jagerkokov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jagerkokov shoots in for a takedown but Kabakov shows good takedown defense.
Jagerkokov shoots in but Kabakov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kabakov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kabakov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jagerkokov circles away quickly and effectively.
Jagerkokov shoots in for a takedown but Kabakov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jagerkokov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kabakov pinned against the cage. Kabakov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kabakov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kabakov swinging wildly here.

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

Fabian Kabakov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Emil Jagerkokov'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.

Jagerkokov looks for a takedown but Kabakov sprawls well.
Jagerkokov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kabakov counters with a two punch combo.
Kabakov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jagerkokovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jagerkokov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kabakov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jagerkokov.
Kabakov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kabakov lands with a slapping head kick.
Jagerkokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emil Jagerkokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kabakov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.

Kabakov clinches up with Jagerkokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Jagerkokov blocks a body shot from Kabakov.
Fabian Kabakov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jagerkokov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kabakov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kabakov lands an elbow that stopped Jagerkokov in his tracks for a moment.
Kabakov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jagerkokov.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jagerkokov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kabakov fights it off and pushes away nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kabakov throws a nice head kick!
Kabakov tries to land a body kick
and Jagerkokov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Jagerkokov.

Kabakov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Kabakov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
No luck for Jagerkokov with that takedown attempt.
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!
Jagerkokov has his takedown stuffed
and Kabakov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kabakov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jagerkokov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kabakov defends well and Jagerkokov ends up having to push Kabakov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jagerkokov sets himself, and Kabakov steps forward looking for the clinch! Jagerkokov avoids it this time.
Nice cross by Kabakov.
Kabakov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters circling a little - Kabakov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kabakov lands with a nice body punch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kabakov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kabakov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kabakov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jagerkokov doesn't seem bothered though.
Kabakov cracks a nice hook into Jagerkokov's ribs.
Kabakov jabs at Jagerkokov's body.
Jagerkokov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kabakov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kabakov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kabakov misses with a leg kick.
Jagerkokov shoots in for a double leg but Kabakov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

Kabakov closes the distance and clinches.
Kabakov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Jagerkokov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kabakov gets the underhooks and prevents it.

Kabakov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jagerkokov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kabakov.
Kabakov misses with a low kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kabakov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jagerkokov manages to avoid it.
Fabian Kabakov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kabakov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kabakov throws a push kick but Jagerkokov slaps the foot to one side.

Kabakov has Jagerkokov up against the cage in a clinch.
Kabakov throws an elbow that misses.
Kabakov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jagerkokov blocking some punches.
Kabakov prevents the takedown attempt.
Jagerkokov tries to score a body lock takedown but Kabakov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Jagerkokov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jagerkokov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nice body punch from Kabakov - that landed with a thud.
Kabakov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kabakov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kabakov tries to work over Jagerkokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

Kabakov breaks from the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Jagerkokov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kabakov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.

Kabakov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kabakov throws out a powerful jab.

Kabakov clinches up with Jagerkokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Kabakov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kabakov trying to land knees to the body.
Kabakov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Jagerkokov takes an elbow to the temple.

Kabakov manages to break the clinch.
Kabakov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jagerkokov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That kick from Kabakov tenderised Jagerkokov's leg. Jagerkokov is trying to keep his angry face on.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kabakov.
Jagerkokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kabakov's waist but Kabakov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jagerkokov off to one side.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jagerkokov.
Kabakov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jagerkokov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fabian Kabakov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Emil Jagerkokov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Kabakov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jagerkokov avoids the head kick by Kabakov.
Jagerkokov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jagerkokov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kabakov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kabakov.
Jagerkokov shoots in for a takedown but Kabakov shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emil Jagerkokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kabakov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kabakov stuffs the takedown attempt from Jagerkokov. Jagerkokov gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Kabakov drives through and clinches with Jagerkokov against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kabakov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Jagerkokov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Kabakov lands an elbow inside.
Jagerkokov is working for takedown but Kabakov is calmly controlling the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kabakov prevents the takedown attempt.
Kabakov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kabakov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Kabakov - that landed with a thud.
Kabakov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kabakov.
Kabakov landing knees to the body.
Jagerkokov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kabakov scores with a knee to the head.
Kabakov working Jagerkokov over with knees to the body.

Kabakov breaks from the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jagerkokov.
Kabakov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Kabakov. No joy for Jagerkokov on that attempt.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kabakov.

Jagerkokov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Jagerkokov showed some decent athleticism there.

Kabakov has one foot on Jagerkokov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Fabian Kabakov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kabakov leaves Jagerkokov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kabakov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jagerkokov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kabakov tries to avoid it but Jagerkokov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kabakov to the ground. Kabakov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kabakov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

Kabakov clinches up against the cage.
Kabakov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kabakov misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Kabakov.
Jagerkokov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kabakov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jagerkokov shoots in and drives through. Kabakov sprawls well.
Kabakov throws a leg kick which misses Jagerkokov's front leg but catches the back leg as Jagerkokov tries to avoid it.
Kabakov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jagerkokov.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kabakov slaps away a takedown attempt from Jagerkokov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kabakov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jagerkokov rather than just go for the knockout.

Kabakov moves into the clinch.
Jagerkokov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kabakov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Jagerkokov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kabakov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kabakov scores a nice knee to the body.
Kabakov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Jagerkokov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A short right from Kabakov.
Kabakov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jagerkokov jumps guard but Kabakov stands there with Jagerkokov around his waist. Jagerkokov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.

Kabakov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kabakov delivers a nice body kick.
Kabakov plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
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!
Jagerkokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kabakov is fending him off so far but Jagerkokov persists. Nope, Kabakov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kabakov scores with a leg kick.
Jagerkokov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jagerkokov or perhaps it was just good defense by Kabakov, which made it look bad.
Kabakov lands with a slapping head kick.

Kabakov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Jagerkokov blocks an elbow strike.
Kabakov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jagerkokov can't get the takedown.
Kabakov misses with a knee to the head.
Kabakov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jagerkokov.
Jagerkokov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fabian Kabakov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kabakov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight for Fabian Kabakov!
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight for Fabian Kabakov!
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight for Fabian Kabakov!

Fabian Kabakov wins by unanimous decision!