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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Dan Kolov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Irek Ismagilov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kolov comes to the cage accompanied by Metallica - Enter Sandman. Both these fighters are unbeaten, so somebody's 0 has got to go!Dan Kolov could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Irek Ismagilov's chin.
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176 lbs
5 - 0 - 0 |
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178 cm
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180 lbs
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Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
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Good wrestler
Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Dan Kolov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Irek Ismagilov!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Lou da Vinci and Franklyn Lucas.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ismagilov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kolov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kolov shoots in for a double leg but Ismagilov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kolov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ismagilov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kolov somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Kolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown. Ismagilov tries to sprawl out of it but Kolov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ismagilov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No joy there for Ismagilov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kolov looks for a takedown but Ismagilov sprawls well.
Ismagilov has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Ismagilov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolov has his takedown stuffed
and Ismagilov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kolov thinking.
A combination from Ismagilov does no damage.
Ismagilov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kolov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kolov closes the distance and clinches up with Ismagilov, looking for a takedown. Kolov pushes Ismagilov against the cage but Ismagilov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ismagilov lands with a good body shot.
Ismagilov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ismagilov wants it to stay on the feet.
Kolov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kolov misses with a takedown
and Ismagilov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kolov is breathing heavily.
Kolov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ismagilov to the mat! Ismagilov manages to get full guard.
Ismagilov wants to stand up but Kolov is controlling him.
Ismagilov pulls Kolov in to control the position.
Kolov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ismagilov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ismagilov can't keep his opponent in guard - Kolov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kolov wants to free his trapped foot but Ismagilov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ismagilov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ismagilov trying to control from the bottom.
Kolov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kolov is pressing down on Ismagilov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ismagilov is holding on for now.
Ismagilov wants to control but Kolov is keeping busy.
Kolov prevents Ismagilov from improving his position.
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!
Kolov is looking to take a break and control but Ismagilov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ismagilov trying to control but Kolov postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ismagilov sees it coming and defends easily.
Kolov uses his free foot to push down on Ismagilov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ismagilov.
Kolov takes Ismagilov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Ismagilov is in trouble.
Kolov gets his hands free as Ismagilov looks to control.
Kolov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ismagilov is trying to break free.
Kolov working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Ismagilov is doing well to defend. Kolov seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Ismagilov is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dan Kolov!
During a confident post fight interview, Dan Kolov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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energy
A | B |
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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