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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Pablo Mara�on (ranked 264 p4p, 34 weight class) and Nikolai Kuznetsov (ranked 485 p4p, 60 weight class). Mara�on's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Pistolero. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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186 lbs
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Great wrestler
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank |
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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
43 - 15 - 2, fighting out of London, Pablo Mara�on!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
20 - 12 - 0, fighting out of London, Nikolai Kuznetsov!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Andrew Berry and Sam Margolis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kuznetsov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mara�on circles away quickly and effectively.
Mara�on throws a body kick that misses.
A left lands for Mara�on.
An inside leg kick from Mara�on misses.
Kuznetsov thumps Mara�on with a low kick.
Mara�on throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mara�on blocks the body kick.
Mara�on throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Kuznetsov. Those never looked like landing.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mara�on throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kuznetsov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Mara�on defending well as Kuznetsov loads up on a big left hand.
Mara�on has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Mara�on wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab. Mara�on acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick but Mara�on moves out of range easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Mara�on back to the cage. Kuznetsov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kuznetsov misses with a right hand
and Mara�on counters with a good, hard body kick but Kuznetsov shrugs it off.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mara�on misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that Mara�on avoids nicely.
Kuznetsov throws a series of strikes that have Mara�on backpedaling.
Kuznetsov gets tackled into the cage by Mara�on. Mara�on maintains the clinch.
Mara�on lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mara�on lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Mara�on misses with an elbow over the top.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to break the clinch but Mara�on is controlling the position.
Mara�on can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Mara�on tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kuznetsov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sloppy strikes from Kuznetsov. Those never looked like landing.
Mara�on is looking to land body kicks.
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!
Mara�on has Kuznetsov up against the cage in a clinch.
Mara�on misses with a hook to the ribs.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kuznetsov duly obliges.
Mara�on lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mara�on tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kuznetsov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mara�on manages to avoid it.
Mara�on goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mara�on connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Kuznetsov cracks Mara�on with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kuznetsov throws a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Mara�on.
Mara�on misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Mara�on.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Mara�on.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Mara�on is looking to wear down Kuznetsov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mara�on avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Mara�on is out of range.
Kuznetsov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mara�on.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Mara�on's front leg with a kick but Mara�on checks it.
Kuznetsov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mara�on blocks a jab.
Mara�on goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mara�on tries to clinch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut
and Mara�on counters with a left to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mara�on.
Mara�on scores with a leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Mara�on pushes Kuznetsov away with a front kick.
Mara�on lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kuznetsov's sensitive parts.
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 misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mara�on.
Mara�on is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Mara�on darts in and clinches Kuznetsov up against the cage.
Kuznetsov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mara�on can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Mara�on is trying to stall.
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Mara�on throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Mara�on's head but Mara�on sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Mara�on misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov thumps Mara�on with a low kick.
Mara�on avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mara�on throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mara�on with a nice cross.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nikolai Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Mara�on's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Mara�on uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kuznetsov has time to react.
Mara�on tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov tries a quick counter leg kick but Mara�on is wise to it.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
As Kuznetsov backs away, Mara�on returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick but Mara�on avoids it.
Kuznetsov scores with a leg kick.
A cross from Mara�on lands.
Kuznetsov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mara�on. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mara�on throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A low kick from Kuznetsov is predictable there
and Mara�on counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mara�on steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mara�on smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mara�on bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mara�on takes one to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick but Mara�on moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov throws a series of punches but Mara�on moves out of range.
Mara�on throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Mara�on moves out of range.
Mara�on takes one on the button.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kuznetsov misses with a combination
and Mara�on counters with a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mara�on has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Mara�on throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kuznetsov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mara�on stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mara�on misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Mara�on.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kuznetsov - that will leave a mark!
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!
Mara�on bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy uppercut
and Mara�on counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot that sends Mara�on's belly button to the back.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mara�on is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses
and Mara�on counters with a nice body kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Mara�on moves out of range easily.
Mara�on moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mara�on can pounce on him.
Kuznetsov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mara�on at a distance.
Mara�on slips under a jab from Kuznetsov.
Mara�on cracks Kuznetsov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mara�on.
Mara�on throws a head kick that misses.
Mara�on throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov misses with a double jab.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mara�on scores with a jab. Kuznetsov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mara�on clinches up with Kuznetsov and pushes him back against the cage.
Mara�on lands with a left to the head.
Kuznetsov stalling in the clinch.
Kuznetsov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kuznetsov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mara�on connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kuznetsov scrambles back to his feet.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mara�on.
Mara�on uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mara�on counters with a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mara�on with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mara�on looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mara�on is looking to clinch.
Kuznetsov unleashes a big counter combination but Mara�on bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nikolai Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kuznetsov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick
and Mara�on counters with a leg kick.
A solid body kick from Mara�on.
Mara�on connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Kuznetsov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kuznetsov moves forwards but Mara�on connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A lazy body kick from Mara�on
and Kuznetsov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mara�on.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Mara�on sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kuznetsov misses with an attempted mid kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mara�on throws a right and a left that Kuznetsov avoids nicely.
Kuznetsov takes one on the button.
Mara�on works the jab nicely.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the body
and Mara�on counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Pablo Mara�on dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Nice body kick from Kuznetsov.
Mara�on keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mara�on looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Mara�on connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kuznetsov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Mara�on ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mara�on lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mara�on dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Mara�on scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mara�on.
Mara�on swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mara�on thuds his right hand into Kuznetsov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Good standup being displayed there by Mara�on as he connects with a hook.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Good leg kick by Mara�on there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kuznetsov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mara�on dodges the punch combination from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mara�on is looking to counter punch.
Mara�on tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mara�on throws a leg kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mara�on.
Kuznetsov walks into a straight right hand from Mara�on.
A thudding body kick lands there by Mara�on!
Kuznetsov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kuznetsov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Mara�on lands a jab to the nose.
Mara�on uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kuznetsov has time to react.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mara�on jabs Kuznetsov right on the nose. Kuznetsov blinks but takes it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Mara�on moves out of range.
Mara�on throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mara�on connects with a right hand. Kuznetsov shakes it off.
Mara�on lands a head shot.
Mara�on on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mara�on thows a body kick. Kuznetsov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Mara�on is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks.
Nice body punch from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mara�on bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mara�on was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mara�on throws a low kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
That kick from Kuznetsov tenderised Mara�on's leg. Mara�on is trying to keep his angry face on.
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetsov throws a nice looking combination but Mara�on bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Mara�on slips the punch.
Mara�on jabs Kuznetsov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mara�on showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Mara�on lands a nice shot that snaps Kuznetsov's head back.
Mara�on slips under a jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mara�on was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kuznetsov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mara�on. Mara�on obviously looking to wear him down.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
A good leg kick by Mara�on.
Mara�on lands with a straight right. Kuznetsov didn't see that one coming.
Kuznetsov takes one to the side of the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov throws a poor cross that misses
and Mara�on counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.
Mara�on blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mara�on circles away quickly and effectively.
Mara�on tests Kuznetsov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mara�on moves out of range of the strikes.
Mara�on swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov swats away the attempt to clinch by Mara�on.
Kuznetsov throws out a counter right but Mara�on avoids it with no problem.
Kuznetsov misses with the combination.
Mara�on scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good standup being displayed there by Mara�on as he connects with a hook.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Mara�on showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mara�on has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Mara�on!
A very excited looking Pablo Mara�on made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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