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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Alexandr Kuznetsov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bear Stevenson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 6 - 1, fighting out of St Petersburg, Alexandr Kuznetsov!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
29 - 9 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Bear Stevenson!
The judges for this bout are , Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stevenson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stevenson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Stevenson prevents Kuznetsov from improving his position.
Stevenson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kuznetsov wants to improve his position but Stevenson is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stevenson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stevenson's back!
Kuznetsov somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Stevenson wants to control his opponent's hands but Kuznetsov gets his hands free.
You can see the frustration on Stevenson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuznetsov is trying to stick to Stevenson's back but Stevenson is turning into Kuznetsov. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kuznetsov's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Stevenson.
Stevenson content to stall in guard here.
Stevenson preventing the sweep.
Stevenson connects with a couple of short punches.
Stevenson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kuznetsov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Stevenson preventing the sweep.
Stevenson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kuznetsov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kuznetsov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Stevenson.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson wants to control from the top but Kuznetsov keeps moving.
Stevenson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Stevenson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kuznetsov keeping full guard, as Stevenson tries to pass.
Stevenson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Stevenson throwing strikes but missing.
Stevenson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stevenson works over Kuznetsov with some ground and pound from guard.
Stevenson throws a strike but Kuznetsov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kuznetsov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kuznetsov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stevenson looking for a sweep. Not yet Stevenson, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position from guard on top but Stevenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kuznetsov working some strikes from top position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stevenson is on top in guard.
Stevenson passes Kuznetsov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
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. Stevenson connects with a nice short shot to Kuznetsov's temple.
Stevenson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kuznetsov defending well though.
Stevenson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson wants to control but Kuznetsov is keeping him busy.
Stevenson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kuznetsov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stevenson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stevenson's back!
Stevenson covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov is looking to control Stevenson but Stevenson is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kuznetsov has the hooks in. Stevenson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kuznetsov doesn't have the hooks in and Stevenson manages to turn into his guard.
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!
Stevenson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Stevenson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Stevenson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bear Stevenson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Stevenson blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kuznetsov.
A leg kick checked by Kuznetsov.
Stevenson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stevenson swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands with a hook. Stevenson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kuznetsov scores with a push kick.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov connects with a single shot there.
Kuznetsov throws a poor cross that misses
and Stevenson counters with a nice uppercut.
Stevenson throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy uppercut
and Stevenson counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Stevenson finds it's way through Kuznetsov's defenses.
Stevenson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Stevenson.
A slow jab from Kuznetsov misses its intended target.
Stevenson sizes up Kuznetsov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Stevenson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stevenson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stevenson tries to keep at a distance but Kuznetsov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Stevenson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov tries to stall but Stevenson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kuznetsov can't break the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Stevenson scores with a hook to the body.
A shot in the inside from Stevenson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stevenson.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Stevenson controls the action.
Stevenson wants to get back to striking at distance but Kuznetsov won't allow it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kuznetsov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Stevenson.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Stevenson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Our sources have told us that Kuznetsov has been working on his elbows in the gym.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Stevenson taking a breather.
Stevenson manages to break the clinch.
A jab lands there for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stevenson throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Stevenson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stevenson takes one to the side of the head.
A punch lands to the side of Stevenson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov gets a clinch.
Stevenson dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Stevenson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Kuznetsov to the mat. Kuznetsov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Stevenson pushing down on Kuznetsov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Stevenson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson lands with a punch from half guard.
Stevenson looks to land a strike but Kuznetsov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Stevenson throws a big right hand that misses.
Kuznetsov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Stevenson trying to control but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Stevenson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Stevenson looking to sit in guard and control but Kuznetsov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Stevenson wants to sweep here but Kuznetsov controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stevenson is on top in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kuznetsov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Stevenson.
Stevenson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Bear Stevenson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Stevenson creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Stevenson controls the position.
Kuznetsov tries to improve position but can't.
Kuznetsov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Stevenson is trying to ground and pound but Kuznetsov uses the momentary lack of control by Stevenson to regain half guard.
Stevenson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bear Stevenson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Stevenson misses with a head kick.
Nice uppercut there from Stevenson.
Kuznetsov instigates a clinch.
Kuznetsov wants to stall.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
A short left from Stevenson.
Stevenson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stevenson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Stevenson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Stevenson shoots and misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The fighters circling - Stevenson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
Stevenson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Stevenson counters with a straight right hand.
Kuznetsov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Stevenson misses with a body kick.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kuznetsov connects with a single shot there.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stevenson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Stevenson.
Stevenson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov darts in trying to clinch
and Stevenson counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Kuznetsov prevents the takedown attempt.
Stevenson lands a shoulder strike.
Stevenson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Stevenson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bear Stevenson.
The referee is keeping an eye on Stevenson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kuznetsov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Stevenson throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov being controlled against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson misses with the head strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands with a short shot to the head.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Stevenson blocks with his arms.
Stevenson pulls Kuznetsov into guard.
Kuznetsov throwing strikes from guard but Stevenson blocks nicely.
Kuznetsov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Stevenson wants to improve his position but instead Kuznetsov has moved into half guard.
Stevenson wants to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson wants to sweep but Kuznetsov has passed to side control!
Kuznetsov stands up.
Stevenson slips under a jab from Kuznetsov.
Stevenson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kuznetsov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Stevenson ducks under and follows up with a left that Stevenson also avoids with ease.
Stevenson throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stevenson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stevenson digs a good body shot into Kuznetsov's ribs.
Stevenson dodges the punch combination from Kuznetsov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Stevenson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kuznetsov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Stevenson slips a jab from Kuznetsov.
Stevenson avoids a kick to the body.
Stevenson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stevenson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Stevenson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kuznetsov finds it's way round the side to connect with Stevenson's head.
Kuznetsov lands a slapping body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy uppercut
and Stevenson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kuznetsov's guard.
Kuznetsov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Stevenson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
Kuznetsov lands a body punch.
Stevenson controlling the action here for a moment.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Stevenson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stevenson's elbow.
Stevenson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Stevenson blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Stevenson.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Stevenson is defending well for now.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Stevenson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Stevenson dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stevenson lands with a nice body punch.
Kuznetsov scores with a one two! Stevenson had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Stevenson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov connects with a jab.
Stevenson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kuznetsov counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Stevenson misses.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Stevenson slips the punch.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Stevenson.
Stevenson throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Kuznetsov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kuznetsov.
Stevenson avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromStevenson.
Kuznetsov swings widly with a right hand
enabling Stevenson to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson stuns Kuznetsov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Stevenson.
Kuznetsov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Stevenson.
Kuznetsov lands with a straight right. Stevenson didn't see that one coming.
Stevenson swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stevenson cracks Kuznetsov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Stevenson.
Stevenson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A punch combination from Kuznetsov misses.
Stevenson misses with a body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Stevenson.
Stevenson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kuznetsov finds it's way round the side to connect with Stevenson's head.
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!
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Stevenson moves away and avoids it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stevenson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot that sends Stevenson's belly button to the back.
Stevenson throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A decent looking cross lands there for Stevenson.
Kuznetsov tries to score with a low kick but Stevenson moves his leg out of the way.
Stevenson throws a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice cross by Kuznetsov.
Nice sprawl there from Kuznetsov as Stevenson shoots in.
Kuznetsov is looking to land body kicks.
Stevenson throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov thuds his right hand into Stevenson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Stevenson scores with a three punch combo!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kuznetsov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Stevenson's sensitive parts.
Stevenson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kuznetsov.
Stevenson lands a nice shot that snaps Kuznetsov's head back.
Stevenson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stevenson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Stevenson slips the punch.
Stevenson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stevenson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Stevenson is looking to score with low kicks.
Stevenson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stevenson scores with a sloppy right hand. Kuznetsov should have avoided that one.
Stevenson avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stevenson shoots in looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov tries to sprawl out of it but Stevenson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stevenson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kuznetsov dips to his left and cracks Stevenson with an uppercut!
Stevenson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Stevenson digs a good body shot into Kuznetsov's ribs.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy right hand. Stevenson should have avoided that one.
Stevenson misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Stevenson keeps it at a distance.
Stevenson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kuznetsov at a distance.
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. Stevenson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Stevenson's ribcage but misses.
Stevenson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Stevenson's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Stevenson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stevenson defending well as Kuznetsov loads up on a big left hand.
Nice cross by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Stevenson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Stevenson.
Stevenson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a quick counter head kick but Stevenson was just out of range.
Stevenson throws a body shot but no joy.
As Stevenson backs away, Kuznetsov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Stevenson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Stevenson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kuznetsov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kuznetsov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Stevenson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kuznetsov ducks right into an uppercut from Stevenson.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stevenson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Stevenson ducked under it nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetsov, as that shot connected.
Kuznetsov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stevenson throws an off balance right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a straight right hand.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut
and Stevenson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stevenson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Stevenson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKuznetsov.
Stevenson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kuznetsov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov moves in looking to clinch but Stevenson pushes him off.
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Stevenson avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Stevenson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kuznetsov tries a body shot but Stevenson blocks it.
Stevenson lands a left hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stevenson looking for a takedown.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bear Stevenson.
Stevenson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stevenson lands a body punch.
Stevenson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kuznetsov stalls.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Stevenson is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Stevenson is defending well for now.
Stevenson slows down the pace here.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Stevenson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
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 Alexandr Kuznetsov.
I think Kuznetsov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
Alexandr Kuznetsov is the new lightweight champion!
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