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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Karim Bashorov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Zeus Obliteratii (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bashorov's entrance music is Hangar 18. A fine choice. Obliteratii comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Walkürenritt kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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194 lbs
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204 lbs
24 - 6 - 0 |
Great wrestler
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Olympic wrestler
World class MT
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
30 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Karim Bashorov!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
24 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Zeus Obliteratii!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Obliteratii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bashorov.
Obliteratii doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Obliteratii slips under a jab from Bashorov.
Obliteratii wants to counter with a clinch but Bashorov pushes him away.
Bashorov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Obliteratii.
Obliteratii throws a hook but Bashorov avoids it easily.
Obliteratii throws the kick towards the body but Bashorov avoids it.
Bashorov misses with a hook. Obliteratii ducked under it nicely.
Obliteratii tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bashorov loads up on a big right hand but Obliteratii slips the punch.
Obliteratii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bashorov manages to avoid it.
Bashorov is looking to counter punch.
Obliteratii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bashorov moves away.
Obliteratii misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obliteratii with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bashorov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Obliteratii under the eye.
Obliteratii tries to close the distance and clinch but Bashorov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It looked like Bashorov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Obliteratii.
Bashorov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Obliteratii.
Karim Bashorov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bashorov connects with the punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bashorov, as that shot connected.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The crowd cheers as Bashorov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Obliteratii doesn't seem phased though.
Obliteratii lands with a shot to the body.
Bashorov takes a swing at Obliteratii's ribcage but misses.
Bashorov darts in looking for a takedown but Obliteratii gets double underhooks and turns Bashorov into the cage.
Obliteratii lands with a right hand.
Obliteratii gets caught napping as Bashorov dives in and scores a takedown. Obliteratii manages to retain guard.
Obliteratii has control of Bashorov's left arm, preventing Bashorov from doing any damage.
Bashorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Obliteratii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bashorov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bashorov postures up in Obliteratii's guard and throws a big left but Obliteratii blocks it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bashorov throws a big right hand that misses.
Bashorov wants to control from the top but Obliteratii keeps moving.
Bashorov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bashorov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Obliteratii manages to avoid it.
Bashorov misses with a takedown attempt - Obliteratii sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Obliteratii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bashorov.
Obliteratii was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bashorov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Obliteratii was well out of range. Poor timing from Bashorov.
And Obliteratii responds with a good body kick, but Bashorov manages to step out the way in time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Obliteratii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bashorov moves out of range as Obliteratii throws a body kick.
Bashorov avoids the body shot from Obliteratii.
Bashorov misses with a takedown attempt - Obliteratii sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Karim Bashorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bashorov.
Bashorov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Obliteratii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bashorov was well out of range. Poor timing from Obliteratii.
Bashorov throws a big shot that misses.
Bashorov slips a straight right by Obliteratii.
Obliteratii fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bashorov is out of range.
Bashorov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Obliteratii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Obliteratii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bashorov.
Bashorov misses the shot to the body.
Obliteratii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bashorov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Obliteratii.
It seemed like Obliteratii was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Obliteratii walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bashorov looks to land a left hand but Obliteratii moved out of range nicely.
Obliteratii loads up on a big right hand but Bashorov slips the punch.
Obliteratii is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bashorov.
Bashorov slips under a jab.
Obliteratii avoids the body shot from Bashorov.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bashorov misses with a wild body shot.
Bashorov misses with a body shot.
Bashorov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bashorov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Obliteratii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Obliteratii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bashorov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Obliteratii lands a slapping body shot.
Bashorov ducks under a wild hook from Obliteratii.
Zeus Obliteratii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Obliteratii misses with a kick to the body
and Bashorov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Obliteratii connects with a leg kick. Bashorov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Bashorov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bashorov lands with a nice body punch.
Bashorov digs a good hook to Obliteratii's body.
Bashorov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Obliteratii.
Bashorov ducks under a wild hook from Obliteratii.
Bashorov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Karim Bashorov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Obliteratii misses the body punch
and Bashorov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bashorov lands with a good body shot.
Obliteratii defending well as Bashorov loads up on a big left hand.
Obliteratii throws out a counter right but Bashorov avoids it with no problem.
Bashorov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Obliteratii takes a swing at Bashorov's ribcage but misses.
Obliteratii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Obliteratii is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Obliteratii misses with an attempted mid kick.
Obliteratii connects with a body shot that sends Bashorov's belly button to the back.
Obliteratii is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bashorov rather than just go for the knockout.
Obliteratii moves out of range of the strikes.
Bashorov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A telegraphed right hand from Obliteratii misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bashorov avoids the body shot from Obliteratii.
Bashorov clobbers Obliteratii with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Obliteratii throws a jab but it's blocked by Bashorov.
Obliteratii fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bashorov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Obliteratii circles away quickly and effectively.
Bashorov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Obliteratii thinks about the counter body kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice uppercut lands for Obliteratii. That snapped Bashorov's head back.
Bashorov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Obliteratii manages to avoid it.
Obliteratii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bashorov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Obliteratii misses.
No joy there for Bashorov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bashorov cracks Obliteratii with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Obliteratii. Bashorov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Obliteratii tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bashorov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Obliteratii swings for the body but Bashorov moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Bashorov misses the target.
Obliteratii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bashorov.
Obliteratii let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bashorov throws a hook to the side of Obliteratii's head but Obliteratii sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bashorov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Obliteratii was well out of range. Poor timing from Bashorov.
Obliteratii throws a hook but Bashorov avoids it easily.
Bashorov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Obliteratii.
Bashorov scores with a decent looking hook.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice defenses there by Bashorov.
Obliteratii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bashorov throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bashorov throws a hook but Obliteratii blocks it.
Obliteratii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Obliteratii throws a big shot that misses.
Obliteratii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bashorov doesn't seem bothered though.
Bashorov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bashorov controlling the action here.
Obliteratii is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Obliteratii is looking to control Bashorov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Obliteratii avoid being mounted?
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bashorov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Obliteratii wants to improve his position but Bashorov is controlling well.
Obliteratii on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bashorov in particular looking to stall.
Bashorov wants to control but Obliteratii is keeping him busy.
Bashorov trying to pass the guard but Obliteratii defending well.
Obliteratii is staying active underneath Bashorov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Still in half guard, Bashorov seems content to control.
Bashorov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Obliteratii wants to improve his position but Bashorov is controlling well.
Obliteratii controlling the position for now.
Obliteratii is not content to let Bashorov control the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Obliteratii is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bashorov misses the jab.
Bashorov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Karim Bashorov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Obliteratii drops his hands momentarily and Bashorov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bashorov checks a leg kick.
Obliteratii lands a head shot.
Obliteratii leaves Bashorov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Obliteratii lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bashorov's sensitive parts.
Obliteratii throws a body punch but Bashorov moves out of range.
Bashorov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Obliteratii on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bashorov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Obliteratii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big left from Obliteratii misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Obliteratii misses its intended target.
Obliteratii cracks the inside of Bashorov's front leg.
A jab from Bashorov finds it's way through Obliteratii's defenses.
Obliteratii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bashorov manages to avoid it.
Bashorov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A shot to the liver by Bashorov. Beautiful body shot.
Obliteratii swings for the body but Bashorov moves out of range.
Obliteratii lands a jab to the head.
Bashorov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Obliteratii's guard.
Obliteratii trying to keep a closed guard but Bashorov is proving a slippery customer.
Bashorov trying to control but Obliteratii is working from the bottom.
Obliteratii wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Obliteratii is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bashorov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Obliteratii manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Bashorov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Bashorov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Obliteratii is one step ahead there.
Obliteratii is pushing down on Bashorov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bashorov is fighting to maintain full guard but Obliteratii has managed to sneak the leg through.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Obliteratii wants to free his trapped foot but Bashorov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Obliteratii is looking to take a break and control but Bashorov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii prevents Bashorov from improving his position.
Bashorov wants to control but Obliteratii is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Obliteratii controlling the action here.
Bashorov is trying to control but Obliteratii passes into side control!
Obliteratii just content to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bashorov sneaks back into half guard.
Bashorov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Obliteratii trying to control the position from guard on top but Bashorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bashorov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Obliteratii throws a body shot but no joy.
Obliteratii gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Obliteratii has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Obliteratii there as he acknowledges the shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zeus Obliteratii really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Obliteratii misses with a wild body shot.
Bashorov throws a shot from downtown. Obliteratii moves away and avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Obliteratii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bashorov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bashorov dives in and grabs Obliteratii's left leg, looking for a takedown. Obliteratii pushes down on Bashorov's head and hops out.
Bashorov swings widly with a right hand
and Obliteratii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bashorov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Obliteratii appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bashorov misses with a wild combination.
Good leg kick by Obliteratii there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Obliteratii misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obliteratii scores with a jab. Bashorov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zeus Obliteratii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A lazy left from Bashorov finds it's target.
A shot to the body from Obliteratii misses
and Bashorov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bashorov takes a swing at Obliteratii's ribcage but misses.
Bashorov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bashorov connects with a body shot that sends Obliteratii's belly button to the back.
Bashorov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bashorov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Bashorov misses the target.
Obliteratii missing with a left hand there. Bashorov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Obliteratii moves out of range as Bashorov strikes.
Bashorov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Obliteratii throws out the jab.
Bashorov lands a nice looking body shot.
Bashorov looks to score with a jab to the body but Obliteratii is just out of range.
Obliteratii misses with a looping right.
Bashorov is looking for a counter combo.
A jab from Obliteratii finds it's way through Bashorov's defenses.
Obliteratii has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bashorov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A good leg kick by Obliteratii.
Bashorov throws a series of strikes that have Obliteratii backpedaling.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Obliteratii. Bashorov does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A slow jab from Obliteratii misses its intended target.
Nice uppercut lands for Obliteratii. That snapped Bashorov's head back.
Obliteratii misses with a wild body shot.
Bashorov moves forwards but Obliteratii connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Obliteratii swings for the body but Bashorov moves out of range.
Bashorov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice cross by Bashorov.
Bashorov slips under a jab.
Bashorov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Danga de danga de dang - Bashorov scores with a four punch combination!
Obliteratii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bashorov with a jab.
Obliteratii throws a low kick, looking for Bashorov's leg but Bashorov calmly moves out of range.
Bashorov scores with a sloppy right hand. Obliteratii should have avoided that one.
Bashorov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Obliteratii wants to get back to full guard.
Bashorov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bashorov.
Bashorov is thwarting Obliteratii's attempts to control the position.
Obliteratii keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Obliteratii trying to control but Bashorov postures up.
Karim Bashorov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Obliteratii keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Obliteratii is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bashorov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bashorov's back!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Obliteratii 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, Bashorov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Bashorov rolls, trying to escape but Obliteratii keeps control of the position.
A lull in the action here.
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 Karim Bashorov will probably get the nod.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Obliteratii pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bashorov throws a looping overhand right but Obliteratii ducks down to avoid it.
Bashorov throws a series of strikes that have Obliteratii backpedaling.
A looping hook to the body misses from Obliteratii. Bashorov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Obliteratii throws a body shot but no joy.
Obliteratii scores with a hook to the body. Bashorov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bashorov throws out a powerful jab.
Obliteratii looks to score with a jab to the body but Bashorov is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bashorov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Obliteratii with a hook.
Bashorov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bashorov looks to score with a jab to the body but Obliteratii is just out of range.
Obliteratii tries to work over Bashorov's front leg with a kick but Bashorov checks it.
Bashorov throws a hook but Obliteratii avoids it easily.
Obliteratii stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Obliteratii wants it to stay on the feet.
Obliteratii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bashorov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Obliteratii stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Obliteratii wants it to stay on the feet.
Obliteratii steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Obliteratii is looking to chop away at Bashorov's legs.
Bashorov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bashorov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Obliteratii manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Obliteratii misses.
Bashorov throws a nice looking combination but Obliteratii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bashorov clobbers Obliteratii with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Obliteratii lands a glancing blow to the side of Bashorov's head.
Bashorov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bashorov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bashorov lands a slapping body shot.
Bashorov gets tackled into the cage by Obliteratii. Obliteratii maintains the clinch.
Bashorov breaks the clinch.
Obliteratii sizes up Bashorov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bashorov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bashorov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii misses with an uppercut. Bashorov saw that one coming.
Bashorov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bashorov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bashorov showed some decent athleticism there.
Bashorov wants to control but Obliteratii is keeping him busy.
Zeus Obliteratii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Obliteratii gets back to full guard.
Bashorov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bashorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Obliteratii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii has Bashorov pulled in close to control his posture.
Bashorov trying to control but Obliteratii is working from the bottom.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice uppercut there from Bashorov.
Bashorov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Obliteratii lands with a shot to the body.
Karim Bashorov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Obliteratii ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Obliteratii misses the target.
Bashorov is looking to counter punch.
Obliteratii jabs Bashorov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bashorov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Obliteratii throws a right hand that misses
and Bashorov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Obliteratii misses with the body kick
and Bashorov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bashorov. Obliteratii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bashorov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bashorov moves out of range of the strikes.
Bashorov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Obliteratii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bashorov manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Obliteratii.
Bashorov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Obliteratii's guard.
Obliteratii is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
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 Karim Bashorov.
I think Bashorov 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 47:49
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Karim Bashorov!
Karim Bashorov retains his middleweight title!
A relieved looking Karim Bashorov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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B |
G |
|
S |
C |
G |
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energy
A | B |
|
hype
A | B |
|
pop
A | B |
|
mgr
A | B |
|
FIGHT
RATING
56% |
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