Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Niska vs James
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shot fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nazarethyan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shot sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shot lands with a hook. Nazarethyan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy head kick
and Shot counters with a straight right hand.
Shot moves out of range as Nazarethyan throws a body kick.
Shot closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Nazarethyan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Nazarethyan misses with a body kick.#CL#
Shot gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Shot misses with a knee to the head.
A short left from Shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shot stalls.
Shot lands with a short shot to the head.
Nazarethyan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shot's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Shot tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shot will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nazarethyan up against the cage.
Shot pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shot.
Shot blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nazarethyan misses with some punches.
Nazarethyan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shot tries a knee to the head but Nazarethyan blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Shot.
Shot slows down the pace here.
Shot stalling the fight.
Shot cracks Nazarethyan with a nice body shot.
Nazarethyan misses with a punch to the body.
Nazarethyan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shot's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shot.
A nice left hand lands by Shot.
Shot lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Shot blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nazarethyan tries a knee to the head but Shot blocks it.
Shot lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Shot works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T2#
Shot lands a nice knee to the body.
Nazarethyan looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shot lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Good body shot from Shot.
Shot stalling.
Nazarethyan misses with a punch on the inside.
Shot manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Shot pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shot will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nazarethyan up against the cage.
Shot lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nazarethyan or not.
Nazarethyan takes a shot to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Shot.
Nice body punch from Shot.
Nazarethyan being controlled against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Shot.
Shot lands a body shot in the clinch.
Our sources have told us that Shot has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Shot stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T3#
Nazarethyan takes a shot to the head.
Shot lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shot.
Shot lands a nice shot to the body.
A bit of stalling here from Shot.
A hook to the body from Shot.
Shot makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Shot has Nazarethyan pressed against the cage.
A short left from Shot.
Shot is working Nazarethyan over against the cage.
Shot stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Shot lands an elbow that stopped Nazarethyan in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Nazarethyan avoids the elbow strike from Shot, against the cage.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shot connects with a nasty looking knee right to Nazarethyan's face. #ROC#Nazarethyan is rocked!
Shot lands a nice shot to the body.
Shot scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Shot lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nazarethyan backwards.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Shot finish him?
Shot lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Shot pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Shot lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Shot stalling the fight.
Nazarethyan managing to block the knees to the body from Shot.
Shot scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Shot creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nazarethyan's defenses.
Nazarethyan avoids a wild elbow strike from Shot.
Shot lands a hook that snaps the head of Nazarethyan backwards.
Shot landing knees to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shot taking a breather.
Shot lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shot lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shot lands with a left to the head.
Shot with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Shot has Nazarethyan pushed against the cage.
Shot creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Nazarethyan with a big uppercut! Nazarethyan tries to clinch up but Shot pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Nazarethyan to the mat! Nazarethyan covers up and Shot unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sebastian Shot!
Sebastian Shot decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: SMASH: Karlsson vs Lacplesis
Date: Jun 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Some wild striking there from Oezdemir.
Nazarethyan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nazarethyan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Oezdemir scores with a jab. Nazarethyan acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #ROC2#Nazarethyan is rocked!
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Oh Nazarethyan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oezdemir.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Oezdemir! Nazarethyan is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hajlberg Oezdemir!
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: WKBC: Kinneas VS Kueller
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Nazarethyan sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nazarethyan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Yudthangarngamtorn bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nazarethyan takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nazarethyan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Nazarethyan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yudthangarngamtorn.
Yudthangarngamtorn tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nazarethyan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A decent looking cross lands there for Yudthangarngamtorn.
Nazarethyan misses with the body kick
and Yudthangarngamtorn counters with an inside leg kick.
Namsaknoi Yudthangarngamtorn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan avoids the head kick by Yudthangarngamtorn.
Yudthangarngamtorn lands a front kick.
Yudthangarngamtorn pushes Nazarethyan away with a front kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yudthangarngamtorn keeps Nazarethyan at a distance using the push kick.
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the side of the head.
Yudthangarngamtorn bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot by Yudthangarngamtorn.
Yudthangarngamtorn tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Nazarethyan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Crack! A monster head kick from Yudthangarngamtorn and Nazarethyan falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Yudthangarngamtorn!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Namsaknoi Yudthangarngamtorn!
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: WKBC: Cornell VS Ngo
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Nazarethyan tries to keep at a distance but Biernat has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nazarethyan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice glancing elbow lands by Biernat. #CUT2#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Biernat softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Biernat softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Biernat throws an elbow but misses.
Nazarethyan blocks the elbow strike.
Biernat pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Nazarethyan holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Nice elbow from Biernat.
Nazarethyan avoids the elbow strike from Biernat, against the ropes.
Biernat gets through Nazarethyan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Biernat pushes off an throws an elbow but Nazarethyan leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nazarethyan blocks an elbow strike from Biernat. #T1#
Nazarethyan wants to break free but Biernat has control.
Nazarethyan blocks an elbow strike.
Biernat lands an elbow just above Nazarethyan 's eye.
Nazarethyan takes an elbow to the temple.
Biernat lands an elbow inside that Nazarethyan shrugs off.
Biernat misses with an elbow over the top.
Nazarethyan could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Biernat lands an elbow just above Nazarethyan 's eye. #ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!#CUT2#
Suren Nazarethyan's cut is getting worse.
Biernat throws an elbow that misses.
Oh Nazarethyan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Biernat lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
Suren Nazarethyan's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Biernat lands a shoulder strike.
Nazarethyan blocks an elbow strike from Biernat.
Biernat working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Biernat is keeping busy.#BC2#
Biernat pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2##CL2#
Nazarethyan gets tackled into the ropes by Biernat. Biernat maintains the clinch.
Biernat throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nice elbow from Biernat.
Biernat misses with an elbow strike.
Nazarethyan seems to have got his legs back now.
Biernat creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nazarethyan's defenses. #CUT2#
Jeez, Suren Nazarethyan's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Nazarethyan is trying to stall.
Nazarethyan dodges an elbow strike from Biernat.
Nazarethyan wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Biernat pushes off an throws an elbow but Nazarethyan leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nazarethyan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Biernat lands a left hand.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Suren Nazarethyan's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Mateusz Biernat!
During a confident post fight interview, Mateusz Biernat thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Suren Nazarethyan stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: WKBC: Turturro VS Rumble
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Ishii is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Takeru Ishii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ishii connects with a jab.
Ishii wants to clinch up but Nazarethyan keeps it at a distance.
Nazarethyan follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan takes one to the chin there.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Ishii ducks under and follows up with a left that Ishii also avoids with ease.
Ishii seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ishii cracks Nazarethyan with a good jab.
Ishii is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Ishii buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan looks to throw a body kick
and Ishii counters with a nice leg kick.
Ishii punishes Nazarethyan's body with a nice straight punch.
Nazarethyan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ishii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab, cross combination.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
Ishii lands a nice hook to Nazarethyan's body. Nazarethyan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Ishii throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ishii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nazarethyan doesn't seem bothered though.
Ishii is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nazarethyan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nazarethyan looks to land a combination but Ishii avoids it well.
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ishii counters with a nice uppercut.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ishii can pounce on him.
Nazarethyan throws a nice looking combination but Ishii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ishii lands with a cross.
Nice uppercut lands for Ishii. That snapped Nazarethyan's head back.
Ishii tries to clinch there but Nazarethyan circles away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lazy left from Ishii finds it's target.
Ishii slips a jab from Nazarethyan.
Ishii is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Ishii bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Nazarethyan is looking to chop away at Ishii's legs.
Ishii feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ishii is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ishii tries to clinch up.
Ishii tries to clinch up.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ishii misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ishii misses with an elbow strike.
Ishii misses with a punch on the inside.
Ishii misses with some punches.
Ishii throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Ishii throws an elbow but it misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takeru Ishii dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Ishii looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Ishii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ishii wants to clinch.
Nice uppercut there from Ishii.
Nazarethyan tries to land a body kick
and Ishii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Takeru Ishii is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Nazarethyan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ishii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Nazarethyan misses with a body kick.
Ishii moves out of range of the body kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ishii can pounce on him.
Ishii lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nazarethyan at a distance.
Nazarethyan tries to move into range but Ishii moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ishii lands a body shot.
Ishii lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ishii catches Nazarethyan napping and connects with a fantastic 3 punch combination that sends Nazarethyan crashing to the mat! He's still conscious but he's all over the place - can he beat the count?!? 4,5,6,7,8...9...10! He didn't make it back to his feet! Ishii raises both arms skywards and takes in the roar from the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Takeru Ishii!
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Bushido K1: 3
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Ulatov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nazarethyan really is a fat lump.
Nazarethyan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ulatov checks it well.
Ulatov connects with a solid leg kick.
Ulatov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ulatov is looking to clinch but Nazarethyan is avoiding it.
Ulatov scores with a sloppy right hand. Nazarethyan should have avoided that one. #CL2#
Ulatov closes the distance and pushes Nazarethyan back into the ropes.
A body shot lands from Ulatov.
Ulatov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ulatov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nazarethyan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ulatov misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Ulatov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ulatov misses with a punch on the inside.
Nazarethyan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ulatov scores with a hook to the body.
Ulatov misses with some punches.
Nazarethyan is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ulatov is keeping busy.
A short uppercut from Ulatov.
Nazarethyan holding his opponent close, against the ropes. #T2#
Ulatov swings wildly with an uppercut but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ulatov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ulatov misses with the head strike.
Ulatov throws a punch but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nazarethyan working hard to break the clinch.
Ulatov lands with a right to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ulatov as Nazarethyan tries to tie him up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Ulatov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Ulatov scores with a sloppy right hand. Nazarethyan should have avoided that one.
Ulatov feints a jab promting Nazarethyan to slip. Ulatov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Nazarethyan slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses
and Ulatov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sergei Ulatov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan swats away the attempt to clinch by Ulatov.
A lazy left from Ulatov finds it's target.
Ulatov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ulatov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ulatov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ulatov connects with a looping right hand.
A jab from Ulatov does it's job there.#ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Ulatov tries to clinch there but Nazarethyan circles away.
Oh Nazarethyan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ulatov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nazarethyan seems to have got his legs back now.
Ulatov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ulatov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sergei Ulatov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Ulatov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nazarethyan throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and as Nazarethyan looks to reset his feet, Ulatov counters with a string of precision punches, right on the button, sending Nazarethyan crashing to the canvas! Nazarethyan is in big trouble here! The referee has started the count but Nazarethyan is so wobbly that the ref has given up the count at 6 - he's called the bout off! Ulatov is your winner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sergei Ulatov!
An out of breath Sergei Ulatov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Rising Dragon: 4
Date: Mar 07, 2020

#R1#
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Destroyer ducks under and follows up with a left that Destroyer also avoids with ease.
Nazarethyan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nazarethyan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Destroyer avoids a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Destroyer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nazarethyan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Destroyer counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A quick step to the side and Destroyer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Destroyer throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range. #T1#
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that Destroyer avoids nicely.
It looked like Destroyer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Destroyer connects with a nice cross there... Nazarethyan is looking wobbly and Destroyer recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Nazarethyan to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Destroyer jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Chicken Destroyer!
Chicken Destroyer seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 24, 2020

#R1#
Kano will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nazarethyan connects with an inside leg kick.
Nazarethyan scores with a nice body kick.
Kano will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kano has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kano takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kano shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nazarethyan sprawls well. Nazarethyan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kano gets slowly back to his feet.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Goji Kano.
Kano moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice sprawl there from Nazarethyan as Kano shoots in.
Kano shoots in looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan tries to sprawl out of it but Kano keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Left hook, right uppercut from Nazarethyan.
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!
Kano shoots in looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan tries to sprawl out of it but Kano keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Kano shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kano has his takedown stuffed
and Nazarethyan counters with a stiff right hand.
Kano fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kano looks winded!
Kano tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nazarethyan swivels and escapes.
Kano with a poor takedown #CL#
and Nazarethyan counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Nazarethyan. #TD#
Nazarethyan has clasped his hands together around Kano's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Nazarethyan trying to control the action but Kano is working from the bottom.
Nazarethyan just content to control the position.
Kano on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kano to see if he's OK.
Nazarethyan is putting a hurting on Kano here, landing some big shots from side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan wants to control but Kano is keeping him busy.
Nazarethyan creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Kano tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nazarethyan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kano gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Kano makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kano.#SUB2#
Nazarethyan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kano's head.#SUB2#
Kano is looking for a triangle but Nazarethyan pushes his legs off easily.
Kano tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nazarethyan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Nazarethyan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan works over Kano with some ground and pound from guard.#T3##SUB2#
Nazarethyan avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kano working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nazarethyan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nazarethyan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nazarethyan looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nazarethyan preventing the sweep.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nazarethyan cracks Kano with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Nazarethyan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kano has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nazarethyan has managed to get both his arms back between Kano's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Kano has his foot on Nazarethyan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nazarethyan works his way back into a safe position though.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nazarethyan works over Kano with some ground and pound from guard.#T4##SUB2#
Kano working for a triangle but Nazarethyan defends it easily. #SUB2#
Kano throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nazarethyan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Kano looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nazarethyan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Kano's brow. #SUB2#
Kano escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nazarethyan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nazarethyan distracts Kano with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nazarethyan throws a body shot but no joy.
Kano tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kano shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Nazarethyan was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kano shoots in but Nazarethyan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Good leg kick by Nazarethyan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nazarethyan could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kano has a takedown stuffed.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Goji Kano.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kano.
Nazarethyan scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan scores with a body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Nazarethyan, right into the meat.
Nazarethyan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kano has his takedown stuffed
and Nazarethyan counters with a series of strikes. Kano will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kano is breathing heavily.#T1#
Nazarethyan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kano.
Nazarethyan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kano can do to turn this around?
Kano takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Nazarethyan throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kano shoots in and drives through. Nazarethyan sprawls well.
It looked like Nazarethyan was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nazarethyan lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan cracks a nice hook into Kano's ribs.
Nazarethyan stuffs the takedown attempt from Kano. Kano gets slowly back to his feet.
Kano looks for a takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well.
Kano 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.
Kano looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but Kano persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
Nazarethyan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Both fighters circling a little - Nazarethyan finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kano slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan stalks Kano and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kano's face. Kano staggers backwards, shaken.
Kano misses with a takedown attempt
and Nazarethyan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kano shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nazarethyan pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kano tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kano somewhat.
Nazarethyan throwing a counter right hand but Kano manages to avoid it.
Left hook, right uppercut from Nazarethyan.
Kano shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nazarethyan defends it nicely.#T3#
Kano tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kano somewhat.
Nazarethyan throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a nice head kick!
Kano tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kano feints the counter takedown.
Kano fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan throws a series of punches but Kano avoids them all with ease.
A lazy left from Nazarethyan finds it's target.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kano changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nazarethyan tries to avoid it but Kano manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nazarethyan to the ground. Nazarethyan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T4#
Kano takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #ROC#
Kano is rocked!
Nazarethyan goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kano is still on wobbly legs! Can Nazarethyan finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Kano drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Nazarethyan follows Kano to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Suren Nazarethyan!
An out of breath Suren Nazarethyan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 03, 2020

#R1#
Nazarethyan missing with a left hand there. Sajid was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice sprawl there from Nazarethyan as Sajid shoots in.
Sajid tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nazarethyan swivels and escapes.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sajid shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazarethyan works over Sajid's head and body with a nice combination.
Sajid blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Sajid looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but Sajid persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
Nazarethyan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sajid shoots and misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a low kick, right behind Sajid 's knee.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sajid dives in and grabs Nazarethyan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan pushes down on Sajid's head and hops out.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick that knocks Sajid off balance momentarily.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sajid.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Sajid bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sajid is breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for Sajid on that attempt.
Sajid dives in and grabs Nazarethyan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan pushes down on Sajid's head and hops out.
Sajid with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Nazarethyan holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD2#
Nazarethyan wants the takedown. Sajid is fighting it off but Nazarethyan persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sajid's guard against the cage.
Nazarethyan distracts Sajid with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Sajid's brow. #SUB#
Sajid looking for a guillotine here but Nazarethyan defends easily.
Nazarethyan is working Sajid over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nazarethyan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nazarethyan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nazarethyan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!#SUB#
Sajid is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sajid escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nazarethyan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nazarethyan distracts Sajid with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
Nazarethyan with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Sajid is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nazarethyan is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Sajid has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nazarethyan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sajid looking for a guillotine here but Nazarethyan defends easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nazarethyan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nazarethyan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nazarethyan landing with the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nazarethyan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nazarethyan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sajid keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sajid looking for a guillotine here but Nazarethyan defends easily. #T3#
Nazarethyan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nazarethyan working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Sajid is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nazarethyan defends well.
Sajid will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Sajid working for a triangle but Nazarethyan defends it easily.
Sajid keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully.
Nazarethyan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Sajid looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Sajid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nazarethyan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sajid swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nazarethyan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sajid's head.
Nazarethyan trying to control but Sajid is working from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Sajid bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nazarethyan's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Sajid is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Nazarethyan has his hands on Sajid's head, controlling the position.
Nazarethyan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Sajid shoots in and drives through. Nazarethyan sprawls well.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
Sajid feinted with a counter takedown.
Sajid tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sajid somewhat.
Sajid fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head kick from Nazarethyan lands but Sajid takes it in his stride.
Sajid tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nazarethyan swivels and escapes.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nazarethyan scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sajid shoots in but Nazarethyan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nazarethyan connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan. #T1#
Sajid shoots for a takedown but Nazarethyan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sajid fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A nice inside leg kick there by Nazarethyan. That's going to slow Sajid down.
Nazarethyan lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Nazarethyan looks to land a combination but Sajid avoids it well.
Sajid tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a nice head kick!
Sajid fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Nazarethyan counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Nazarethyan.
Sajid goes for a takedown attempt but Nazarethyan pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nazarethyan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nazarethyan lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Sajid backs up against the cage.
Sajid tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away easily#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Sajid didn't expect that.
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sajid's head.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of short punches.
Nazarethyan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Sajid working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nazarethyan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nazarethyan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nazarethyan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Sajid has momentary wrist control but Nazarethyan slips an elbow through the middle.
Nazarethyan working some strikes from top position.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of digs.
Nazarethyan pushes down on Sajid's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sajid on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Nazarethyan lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Sajid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sajid has hold of Nazarethyan's hands but Nazarethyan slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice strikes from Nazarethyan there.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan tries to pass to full mount but Sajid defends it.
Nazarethyan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Sajid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nazarethyan slips a nice elbow through Sajid's hands, connecting with Sajid's forehead.
Sajid is refusing to be controlled, as Nazarethyan sits in half guard. #SUB#
Sajid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is nestled in close to Sajid, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Nazarethyan looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Sajid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nazarethyan scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nazarethyan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan is nestled in close to Sajid, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Sajid on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sajid is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nazarethyan scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nazarethyan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nazarethyan uses his free foot to push down on Sajid's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Sajid.
Nazarethyan controlling from mount.
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount.
Sajid slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan misses with a series of wild punches.
Sajid tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sajid somewhat.
Abdullah Sajid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sajid closes the distance and clinches up with Nazarethyan, looking for a takedown. Sajid pushes Nazarethyan against the cage but Nazarethyan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nazarethyan is looking for the big counter here.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Sajid goes for a double leg but Nazarethyan avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nazarethyan continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sajid has his takedown stuffed
and Nazarethyan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sajid circles away quickly and effectively.
Sajid misses with a takedown attempt
and Nazarethyan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nazarethyan misses with a two punch combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Sajid with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nazarethyan counters with a two punch combo.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Sajid ducks under and follows up with a left that Sajid also avoids with ease.
Nazarethyan connects with a leg kick. Sajid looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nazarethyan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sajid doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a left and a right that stings Sajid.
Nazarethyan goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Sajid on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sajid on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
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!
Sajid shoots for a double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well. He's pushed Sajid's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A good leg kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T2#
Sajid shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nazarethyan defends it nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a counter combo.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Sajid. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Nazarethyan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sajid tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nazarethyan swivels and escapes.
Suren Nazarethyan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nazarethyan connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sajid. Sajid circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sajid shoots and misses #CL2#
and Nazarethyan counters by moving into the clinch.
Nazarethyan pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD2#
Nazarethyan gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T3#
Nazarethyan drops an elbow to the side of Sajid's head.
Nazarethyan looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sajid won't allow Nazarethyan to pass to mount. #SUB#
Sajid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Sajid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nazarethyan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sajid on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nazarethyan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sajid keeps working. #SUB#
Sajid looking for submissions off his back.
Nazarethyan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Sajid with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nazarethyan stalling. #SUB#
Sajid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nazarethyan pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sajid looking for submissions off his back.
Nazarethyan perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Sajid actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Sajid actively working from the bottom here.
Nazarethyan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Sajid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Abdullah Sajid has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nazarethyan lands a nice short elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nazarethyan 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 25:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 25:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
Suren Nazarethyan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 30, 2020

#R1#
Hand avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hand wants to clinch.
Hand shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nazarethyan sprawls well. Nazarethyan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hand gets slowly back to his feet.
Hand is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Nazarethyan drops his hands momentarily and Hand takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hand is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hand tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hand is defended easily by Nazarethyan.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Learned Hand.#CL2#
Hand drives through and clinches with Nazarethyan against the cage.
Hand controlling the action here for a moment. #BC2#
Hand manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Nazarethyan gets tackled into the cage by Hand. Hand maintains the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T2##TD#
Nazarethyan wants the takedown. Hand is fighting it off but Nazarethyan persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hand's guard against the cage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hand is looking to sweep but instead, Nazarethyan has passed into half guard.
Nazarethyan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nazarethyan working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Hand tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.
Hand is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nazarethyan scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Hand tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.
Nazarethyan trying to control from half guard but Hand is working away.
Nazarethyan controlling the action here.
Hand wants to get back to full guard.
Hand trying to hold on to Nazarethyan's head to control him but Nazarethyan postures up.
Hand really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nazarethyan. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nazarethyan content to control rather than advance.
Ground and pound from Nazarethyan.
Hand wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Well, if Nazarethyan is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nazarethyan lands a nice short elbow.
Hand is refusing to be controlled, as Nazarethyan sits in half guard.
Nazarethyan lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hand wants to improve his position but Nazarethyan is controlling well.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hand trying to hold on to Nazarethyan's head to control him but Nazarethyan postures up.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hand is looking to escape.
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. Nazarethyan connects with a nice short shot to Hand's temple.
Nazarethyan 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.
Nazarethyan lands strikes from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
Hand fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Learned Hand seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hand fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hand looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nazarethyan is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hand is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nazarethyan quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan swats away the attempt to clinch by Hand.
Nazarethyan is looking to counter with head kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan swats away the attempt to clinch by Hand.
Hand shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nazarethyan sprawls well. Nazarethyan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hand gets slowly back to his feet.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Learned Hand.#T1#
Nazarethyan misses with a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hand tries to clinch but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Nazarethyan avoids the head kick by Hand.
Nazarethyan really is a fat lump.
Hand shoots in but Nazarethyan avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Hand closes the distance and pushes Nazarethyan back into the cage.#BC2#
Hand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hand crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Nazarethyan - the referee stops the clock and Hand gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Nazarethyan. Hand manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hand is defended easily by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hand manages to avoid it.
Hand fails with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a series of strikes. Hand will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hand slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Hand throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nazarethyan's waist but Nazarethyan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hand off to one side.
Nazarethyan misses the jab.
Hand takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
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!
Hand dives in and grabs Nazarethyan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan pushes down on Hand's head and hops out.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Hand is quick to defend against it.#T3##CL2#
Hand has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Hand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for Hand on that attempt.
Nazarethyan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hand is breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Hand fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nazarethyan scores with a body shot.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a jab to the body but Hand is just out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Nazarethyan - that will leave a mark!
Hand is looking to clinch but Nazarethyan is avoiding it. #T4#
Nazarethyan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nazarethyan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hand can do to turn this around?
No joy there for Nazarethyan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hand.
Nazarethyan feints and then cracks Hand's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hand down. #CL2#
Hand has Nazarethyan up against the cage in a clinch.
Hand tries to pull guard but Nazarethyan won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hand fails to pull the fight into his guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan wants a takedown but no success here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Hand ducks under and follows up with a left that Hand also avoids with ease.
Hand shoots for a double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well. He's pushed Hand's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hand slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Hand slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Suren Nazarethyan is winning the standup battle so far.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hand throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nazarethyan's waist but Nazarethyan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hand off to one side.
Nazarethyan went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Nazarethyan lands with a nice combination. Hand backs away looking to recover.
Hand goes for a double leg but Nazarethyan avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nazarethyan continues to drive forward.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Learned Hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hand tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Hand rushes Nazarethyan and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Hand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Hand is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hand tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nazarethyan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Hand bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hand misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hand throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hand misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nazarethyan looks for the body kick but Hand saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
Hand dives in and grabs Nazarethyan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan pushes down on Hand's head and hops out.
Hand takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hand slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is looking to wear down Hand with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hand wants to clinch
and Nazarethyan counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Hand finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nazarethyan is looking for a counter combo.
Suren Nazarethyan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nazarethyan looks to land a left hand but Hand moved out of range nicely.
Hand is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nazarethyan with a body shot.
Hand fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Hand is quick to defend against it.
Sloppy strikes from Nazarethyan. Those never looked like landing.
Hand throws a big counter head kick but Nazarethyan avoids it with no problem.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Hand moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan sets himself, and Hand steps forward looking for the clinch! Nazarethyan avoids it this time.#T3#
Nazarethyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Nazarethyan was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hand.
Hand tries to close the distance and clinch but Nazarethyan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hand shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nazarethyan pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nazarethyan went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hand looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but Hand persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
Hand avoids a kick to the body.
Hand is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hand.
Hand fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Hand checks it.
Nazarethyan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nazarethyan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hand tries to counter with a clinch but Nazarethyan shakes him off and moves away.
Hand blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan works Hand's body with a nice hook.#CL2#
Nazarethyan tries to keep at a distance but Hand has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hand is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Nazarethyan to keep the fight standing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nazarethyan, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
A victorious Suren Nazarethyan thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 22, 2020

#R1#
Viv scores with a punch to the head.
Nazarethyan throws a left and a right that both miss
and Viv counters with a three punch combo that has Nazarethyan backing up. Nazarethyan nods at Viv to acknowledge the strikes.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Viv is defended easily by Nazarethyan.#CL2#
Viv closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Viv has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Nazarethyan regains guard immediately.
Viv stopping the sweep attempt from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Nazarethyan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nazarethyan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Viv chips away with some ground and pound.
Viv landing with the ground and pound.
Viv working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Nazarethyan's head.#ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Nazarethyan wants to improve his position but instead Viv has moved into half guard.
Viv has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Viv controlling the position here and throwing strikes from the top. Nice elbow lands there... and another... and another... oh, Nazarethyan is out! Viv gets to his feet and admires his work - nice finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Chosu Viv!
In defeat, Suren Nazarethyan stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 12, 2020

#R1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Nazarethyan!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kassongo.
Kassongo with a poor takedown
and Nazarethyan makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A left and a right from Nazarethyan both land. Nice combination.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassongo.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nazarethyan sprawls well. Nazarethyan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kassongo gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Kassongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kassongo throws a series of punches but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Kassongo shoots and misses
and Nazarethyan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kassongo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kassongo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a left and a right that stings Kassongo.
Kassongo is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kassongo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A countering left hand to the body from Nazarethyan misses.
Kassongo takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kassongo. #T1#
Nazarethyan misses with a few strikes there.
Kassongo misses with a takedown
enabling Nazarethyan to counter with a crisp jab.
Nazarethyan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Nazarethyan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kassongo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Kassongo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nazarethyan fakes the leg kick and cracks Kassongo in the body.
Kassongo walks into a left hand.
Nazarethyan connects with a solid leg kick.
Kassongo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kassongo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but Kassongo persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
Kassongo has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Kassongo moves out of range easily. #T2#
Nazarethyan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nazarethyan throws a series of strikes that have Kassongo backpedaling.
Nazarethyan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nazarethyan wants it to stay on the feet.
Nazarethyan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nazarethyan explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan shows good takedown defense.
Nazarethyan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nazarethyan scores with a one two! Kassongo had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Nazarethyan scores with a nice body kick.
Kassongo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nazarethyan defends it nicely.#T3#
Nazarethyan tries to bum rush Kassongo with a series of wild strikes but Kassongo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nazarethyan is working the combinations to good effect here.
Kassongo takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kassongo dodges the punch combination from Nazarethyan.
Kassongo shoots and misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a flying knee. Nice. #TD#
Kassongo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nazarethyan to the mat! Nazarethyan manages to get full guard.
Nazarethyan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kassongo's guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kassongo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Kassongo's brow.
Nazarethyan is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan landing some decent shots from guard.
Nazarethyan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nazarethyan lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nazarethyan scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
Nazarethyan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kassongo tries to strike from the bottom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan lands a couple of elbows.
Kassongo throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but Kassongo keeps moving.
Nazarethyan landing with the ground and pound.
Kassongo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nazarethyan is controlling him.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but Kassongo keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kassongo fails with a takedown attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nazarethyan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for Kassongo on that attempt.
Some wild striking there from Nazarethyan.
A punch combination from Nazarethyan misses.
Kassongo is looking for a counter combo.
Nazarethyan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kassongo shoots in looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kassongo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Kassongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazarethyan lands with a kick to the temple. Kassongo shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Sloppy strikes from Nazarethyan. Those never looked like landing.
Kassongo darts in looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan gets double underhooks and turns Kassongo into the cage.
Kassongo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nazarethyan defends well and Kassongo ends up having to push Nazarethyan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nazarethyan throws a counter combo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice combination there by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kassongo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jackson Kassongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kassongo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan lands with a nice body kick.
Nazarethyan connects with a leg kick. Kassongo looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T1#
Nazarethyan works Kassongo's body with a nice hook.
Kassongo sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kassongo misses with a takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a head kick. That will keep Kassongo thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Nazarethyan is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kassongo rather than just go for the knockout.
Nazarethyan works over Kassongo's head and body with a nice combination.
Nazarethyan lands a slapping body shot.
Kassongo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nazarethyan defends well and Kassongo ends up having to push Nazarethyan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kassongo takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kassongo.
Kassongo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
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!
Nazarethyan pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kassongo back to the cage. Nazarethyan follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T2#
Nazarethyan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nazarethyan moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jackson Kassongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kassongo looks for a takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well.
Nazarethyan scores with a head kick.
Good exchange - Nazarethyan coming out on top.
Kassongo shoots in looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan tries to sprawl out of it but Kassongo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nazarethyan steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kassongo.
Kassongo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nazarethyan can pounce on him. #T3#
No joy there for Nazarethyan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nazarethyan as he jumps to the side.
Nazarethyan's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Nazarethyan duly obliges. #TD#
Kassongo drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nazarethyan has control of Kassongo's left arm, preventing Kassongo from doing any damage.
Kassongo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nazarethyan controls Kassongo momentarily but Kassongo frees himself.
Kassongo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kassongo chips away with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan seems keen to control Kassongo's posture.
Kassongo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Nazarethyan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kassongo.
Kassongo pushing down on Nazarethyan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kassongo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nazarethyan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nazarethyan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kassongo's guard. #REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan trying to control but Kassongo is working from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kassongo is looking to stand up but Nazarethyan isn't so interested in that idea.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kassongo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nazarethyan works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan stuffs the takedown attempt from Kassongo. Kassongo gets slowly back to his feet.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nazarethyan slaps away a takedown attempt from Kassongo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nazarethyan lands a head kick!
Kassongo misses with a takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a one-two to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Kassongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazarethyan lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nazarethyan as he jumps to the side.
Nazarethyan misses with a double jab.
Kassongo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
Kassongo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nazarethyan cracks Kassongo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nazarethyan napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Nazarethyan gets back to half guard.
Nazarethyan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kassongo landing some decent shots from guard.
Nazarethyan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Kassongo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kassongo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nazarethyan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nazarethyan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kassongo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kassongo wants to stand but Nazarethyan is controlling the position.
Nazarethyan content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Suren Nazarethyan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kassongo throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Kassongo is looking to stand up but Nazarethyan isn't so interested in that idea.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of elbows.
Kassongo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nazarethyan on the ground.
Kassongo keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully. #T3#
Nazarethyan content to stall in guard here.
Nazarethyan with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson Kassongo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan stops Kassongo from standing up.
Nazarethyan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kassongo.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kassongo takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kassongo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kassongo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kassongo shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan shows good takedown defense.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Kassongo moves out of range.
Kassongo is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
Nazarethyan thuds a left hand into Kassongo's body.
Kassongo shoots and misses #CL2#
and Nazarethyan holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Nazarethyan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kassongo letting Nazarethyan take a breather here.
Kassongo looking for a takedown.
Kassongo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nazarethyan prevents it. #BC2#
Nazarethyan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kassongo fails with a takedown attempt.
Jackson Kassongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan stalks Kassongo and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kassongo's face. Kassongo staggers backwards, shaken.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nazarethyan winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
A relieved looking Suren Nazarethyan thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 02, 2020

#R1#
McCaffrey fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
McCaffrey changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nazarethyan looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nazarethyan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Nazarethyan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nazarethyan is trying to control but can't.
McCaffrey takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nazarethyan works his way to full guard. Good work.
McCaffrey lands a couple of elbows.
McCaffrey trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McCaffrey in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nazarethyan has his hands on McCaffrey's head, controlling the position.
Nazarethyan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCaffrey.
Nazarethyan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McCaffrey manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
McCaffrey is looking for a triangle but Nazarethyan pushes his legs off easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
McCaffrey escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nazarethyan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
McCaffrey working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nazarethyan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nazarethyan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB#
McCaffrey is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nazarethyan pushes down on McCaffrey's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McCaffrey taking some punishment here, with Nazarethyan in his half guard. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McCaffrey has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nazarethyan slows the pace down in half guard.
Nazarethyan is nestled in close to McCaffrey, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
McCaffrey has hold of Nazarethyan's hands but Nazarethyan slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
McCaffrey actively working from the bottom here.
Nazarethyan is trying to control the action in half guard but McCaffrey is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Nazarethyan passes to full mount!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nazarethyan cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
McCaffrey is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
McCaffrey throwing hammer fists to the chest of Nazarethyan. What's that going to do exactly?
Nazarethyan is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. McCaffrey can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McCaffrey knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nazarethyan on the ground.
McCaffrey tries to reverse the position but Nazarethyan maintains control.
Nazarethyan with good strikes from the mount here!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
McCaffrey really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McCaffrey flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
McCaffrey is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCaffrey is working hard here to advance position.
McCaffrey swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #T3#
McCaffrey is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
McCaffrey is in a horrible position here. Nazarethyan smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Nazarethyan blocks McCaffrey's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Nazarethyan looking to control and managing it successfully.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of good shots and McCaffrey has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Nazarethyan cracks McCaffrey with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing McCaffrey from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Nazarethyan is hanging on to McCaffrey's back as he tries to escape.
Nazarethyan scores with punches and elbows.
McCaffrey tries to break free.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is working the ground and pound. Can McCaffrey escape?
Nazarethyan scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. McCaffrey is looking for a way out.
Nazarethyan really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for McCaffrey.
McCaffrey tries to escape but Nazarethyan has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Nazarethyan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan landing with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCaffrey covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
McCaffrey is taking damage to the body and head.
McCaffrey tries to roll but Nazarethyan sticks to his back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting McCaffrey!
Nazarethyan has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for McCaffrey.
McCaffrey is in bad spot here.
Nazarethyan tries to keep control of the position but McCaffrey is staying busy.
Nazarethyan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control McCaffrey haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
McCaffrey is really stuck here.
Nazarethyan throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting McCaffrey!
Nazarethyan is looking to control McCaffrey but McCaffrey is wriggling around and keeping busy.
McCaffrey is in bad spot here.
Nazarethyan scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. McCaffrey is looking for a way out. #ROC2#
McCaffrey is rocked!
Nazarethyan has the hooks in. McCaffrey is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McCaffrey doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Nazarethyan holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
McCaffrey changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nazarethyan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but McCaffrey avoids it easily.
McCaffrey shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stewart McCaffrey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCaffrey fails with a takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
McCaffrey bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Nazarethyan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked McCaffrey off and has taken his back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan trying to control momentarily.
McCaffrey is in bad spot here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Nazarethyan lands shots from the back.
McCaffrey is taking damage to the body and head. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan is looking for the choke from the back position but McCaffrey is controlling his hands well.
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Nazarethyan. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
You can see the frustration on McCaffrey's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Nazarethyan's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Nazarethyan keeps control of the position as McCaffrey tries to break free.
Nazarethyan lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
McCaffrey tries to break free.
McCaffrey is covering up but some of the strikes from Nazarethyan are getting through and doing damage.
Can McCaffrey hold on?! Nazarethyan is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
McCaffrey is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. McCaffrey defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
McCaffrey can't escape the position. #T2#
Nazarethyan tries to keep control of the position but McCaffrey is staying busy.
Nazarethyan scores with punches from the back.
Nazarethyan lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can McCaffrey hold on?!
This has been an exciting period of action!
You can see the frustration on McCaffrey's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
McCaffrey covers up after that shot from Nazarethyan.
McCaffrey breaks Nazarethyan's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
McCaffrey throwing strikes but missing.
Nazarethyan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCaffrey's guard. #REVB#
McCaffrey keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nazarethyan got a little sloppy there for a moment and McCaffrey has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nazarethyan has managed to get both his arms back between McCaffrey's legs - danger averted.
Nazarethyan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McCaffrey on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if McCaffrey tries to get out of the position.
McCaffrey is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T3#
McCaffrey looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nazarethyan is trying is best to control the position here.
Nazarethyan is pressing down on McCaffrey's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nazarethyan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
McCaffrey taking some punishment here, with Nazarethyan in his half guard.
McCaffrey punching from the bottom. #SUB#
McCaffrey looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McCaffrey is trying to get back to full guard.
McCaffrey flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Nazarethyan winds up and cracks McCaffrey with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
McCaffrey actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Nazarethyan wants to lay and pray for a moment but McCaffrey keeps working.
Nazarethyan lands strikes from half guard.
Nazarethyan moves nicely into side control.
Nazarethyan lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear McCaffrey down.
McCaffrey taking punishment in the form of punches.
McCaffrey throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
McCaffrey tries to bench press Nazarethyan off him but Nazarethyan keeps the position.
McCaffrey takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
McCaffrey is trying to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan trying to control the action but McCaffrey is working from the bottom.
Nazarethyan moves into full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
McCaffrey doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a one-two to the body.
McCaffrey walks forward, straight into a front kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick which misses McCaffrey's front leg but catches the back leg as McCaffrey tries to avoid it.
McCaffrey looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but McCaffrey persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
McCaffrey with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nazarethyan counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stewart McCaffrey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCaffrey takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nazarethyan scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Stewart McCaffrey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan works McCaffrey's body with a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCaffrey tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away easily
and Nazarethyan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan feints a jab promting McCaffrey to slip. Nazarethyan then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McCaffrey slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Oh McCaffrey is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCaffrey looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but McCaffrey persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Nazarethyan.
Nice body kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan connects with a high kick.
McCaffrey takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Nazarethyan connects with a right that clearly hurt McCaffrey. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Nazarethyan proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till McCaffrey collapses and taps out under the pressure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Suren Nazarethyan!
Suren Nazarethyan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 23, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan misses with a head kick.
Talis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nazarethyan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Talis loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
Talis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nazarethyan misses with the combination.
Nazarethyan throws a shot from downtown. Talis moves away and avoids it.
Talis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Talis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Talis.
Nazarethyan fails with a takedown attempt.
Talis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talis works the jab nicely.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.#KD#
Talis sends Nazarethyan crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Talis is motioning to the referee to let Nazarethyan up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!#T1#
Nazarethyan shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Talis pinned against the cage. Talis gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Talis finish him?
Digi Talis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nazarethyan seems to have recovered his senses.
Talis fakes the leg kick and cracks Nazarethyan in the body. #KD#
Talis feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Nazarethyan sprawling to the canvas! Nazarethyan rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Talis finish him?!
Talis is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nazarethyan looks winded!
Talis throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan drops his hands momentarily and Talis needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Nazarethyan just on the top of the head. Nazarethyan drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Nazarethyan - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Digi Talis!
An out of breath Digi Talis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 05, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan leaves Sanchez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sanchez tries to clinch
and Nazarethyan counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sanchez tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sanchez fails with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leon Pablo Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sanchez doesn't manage to clinch there - Nazarethyan circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanchez moves out of range as Nazarethyan throws a body kick.
Sanchez dodges the punch combination from Nazarethyan.
Sanchez doesn't manage to clinch there - Nazarethyan circles away. #T1#
Sanchez shoots in for a double leg but Nazarethyan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
As Sanchez backs off Nazarethyan throws a huge counter combo but Sanchez manages to avoid it all.
Sanchez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sanchez closes the distance and clinches up with Nazarethyan, looking for a takedown. Sanchez pushes Nazarethyan against the cage but Nazarethyan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sanchez shoots in but Nazarethyan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sanchez moves in looking to clinch but Nazarethyan pushes him off.
Leon Pablo Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sanchez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A punch combination from Nazarethyan misses.
Sanchez attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.
Nazarethyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sanchez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Sanchez throws a head kick that misses.
Sanchez throws a head kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan lands a jab to Sanchez's midsection.
Sanchez lands a lovely overhand right.
Sanchez tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan prevents Sanchez from improving his position.
Nice strikes from Nazarethyan there.
Nazarethyan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sanchez is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nazarethyan scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nazarethyan wants to pass the guard but Sanchez is defending well. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sanchez is just riding it out for now. Nazarethyan eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Ground and pound from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan winds up and cracks Sanchez with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Sanchez has hold of Nazarethyan's hands but Nazarethyan slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nazarethyan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nazarethyan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nazarethyan lands strikes from half guard.
Nice strikes from Nazarethyan there.
Sanchez wants to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Sanchez wants to get back to his feet.
Sanchez trying to control but Nazarethyan postures up.
Sanchez tries to get to full guard but Nazarethyan has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sanchez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nazarethyan.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Nazarethyan lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
Sanchez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan takes a swing at Sanchez's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Sanchez throws a lazy head kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sanchez throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Nazarethyan moves into the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sanchez is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan leaning his opponent against the cage.
Nazarethyan is pressed up against the cage. Sanchez has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nazarethyan down to the mat. Nazarethyan avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1#
A big left from Nazarethyan misses.
Sanchez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nazarethyan but Nazarethyan pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sanchez moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromNazarethyan.
Sanchez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leon Pablo Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazarethyan stuffs the takedown.
As Sanchez backs off Nazarethyan throws a huge counter combo but Sanchez manages to avoid it all.
Sanchez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nazarethyan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sanchez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Leon Pablo Sanchez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan lands with a kick to the ribs. #T2#
Sanchez's corner calls for a 1-2. Sanchez obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sanchez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nazarethyan as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Nazarethyan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Sanchez wants to get back to full guard.
Nazarethyan content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sanchez trying to control here.
Sanchez taking some punishment here, with Nazarethyan in his half guard.
Nazarethyan working the head and body with strikes.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sanchez has hold of Nazarethyan's hands but Nazarethyan slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nazarethyan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sanchez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nazarethyan on the ground.
Nazarethyan takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nazarethyan not doing much here.
Sanchez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Nazarethyan is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nice strikes from Nazarethyan there.
Nazarethyan looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nazarethyan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Sanchez with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ground and pound from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nazarethyan scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Sanchez trying to control here.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nazarethyan winds up and cracks Sanchez with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nazarethyan in particular looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sanchez has a takedown stuffed.
Sanchez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nazarethyan as he jumps to the side.
Sanchez doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Nazarethyan counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leon Pablo Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanchez blocks an elbow strike.
Nazarethyan dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Sanchez is trying to stall. #T1#
Nazarethyan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sanchez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A counter left hand to the body from Sanchez misses its target.
Sanchez shoots in but Nazarethyan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nazarethyan tries to counter by closing the distance.
Sanchez misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Nazarethyan to counter with a crisp jab.
Sanchez dives in and grabs Nazarethyan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan pushes down on Sanchez's head and hops out.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD2#
Nazarethyan fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sanchez to the ground. Nazarethyan is now in Sanchez's guard.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Nazarethyan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nazarethyan stands up over Sanchez, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nazarethyan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nazarethyan lands a couple of digs.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of digs.
Nazarethyan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Suren Nazarethyan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nazarethyan advances position into side control!
Nazarethyan happy to just control the position for now.
Nazarethyan is continuing to stall.#T3#
Nazarethyan lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Sanchez down.
Check out the look on Nazarethyan's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Nazarethyan lands a decent elbow from side control.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nazarethyan scoring with punches and elbows.
Nazarethyan landing strikes.
Nazarethyan scores with punches from side control.
Nazarethyan controls the position from side control.#T4#
The adventures of Nazarethyan the control monster continue. Boring.
Let's hope that Nazarethyan has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Nazarethyan working the body and head with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nazarethyan lands a few punches from side control.
Nazarethyan cracks Sanchez with a big right hand but Sanchez just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Leon Pablo Sanchez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Sanchez's shoulder. That is not cool.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nazarethyan 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 26:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 26:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
Suren Nazarethyan thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Nazarethyan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Omarov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Omarov is looking for a sweep.
Nazarethyan working the head with strikes.
Omarov is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Nazarethyan working the body and head with strikes.
Nazarethyan moves into full mount!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nazarethyan cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Nazarethyan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nazarethyan blocks Omarov's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
The referee warns Omarov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Omarov is trying desperately to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Omarov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan raining down hammerfists from mount.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Omarov is in trouble!
Nazarethyan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Omarov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Omarov tries to get out of the position.
Nazarethyan landing punches.
Nazarethyan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Omarov swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Nazarethyan landing shots from mount.
Omarov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Omarov is looking to improve his position but Nazarethyan isn't that keen on the idea.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Nazarethyan putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Omarov is bucking up trying to escape but Nazarethyan cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Nazarethyan controlling from mount.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Omarov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nazarethyan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nazarethyan landing punches.
Nazarethyan in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Omarov taking shots to the head.
Omarov is trying to escape the mount.
Omarov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nazarethyan on the ground.
Nazarethyan lands a big shot there that rocks Omarov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Nazarethyan is in the full mount, landing strikes.
A nice elbow there by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Omarov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T2#
Nazarethyan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Omarov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Omarov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Nazarethyan. What's that going to do exactly?
Nazarethyan punishing his opponent with strikes.
Omarov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Nazarethyan prevents Omarov from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan controlling from the full mount.
Omarov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Omarov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan trying to control but Omarov is having none of it.
Omarov working to try and regain half guard. #T3#
Nazarethyan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nazarethyan lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Nazarethyan lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nazarethyan cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Omarov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan controlling from mount.
Omarov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Nazarethyan punishing his opponent with strikes.
Omarov is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
Omarov is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Omarov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Omarov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Nazarethyan. What's that going to do exactly?
Omarov is trying to escape the mount.
BOOM! Nazarethyan connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Nazarethyan lands a big elbow.
Omarov working to try and regain half guard.
Nazarethyan controlling his opponent.
The referee warns Omarov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Omarov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
Nazarethyan wants to control the pace but Omarov is squirming around nicely.
Omarov is looking to improve his position but Nazarethyan isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
Omarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a right hand to the body.
Omarov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away.
Omarov has his takedown stuffed
and Nazarethyan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomedsaid Omarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Omarov moves out of range.
Omarov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#TD2#
Nazarethyan scores with a takedown into Omarov's guard.
Omarov has momentary wrist control but Nazarethyan slips an elbow through the middle.
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Omarov's head.
Omarov tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan cracks Omarov with a solid left hand.
Nazarethyan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nazarethyan landing some decent shots from guard.
Nazarethyan works over Omarov with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Nazarethyan chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Omarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nazarethyan is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Omarov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nazarethyan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nazarethyan landing some decent shots from guard.
Omarov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Nazarethyan passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Nazarethyan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Omarov keeps working.
Nazarethyan in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Omarov throws a few strikes from the bottom but Nazarethyan takes advantage and mounts!
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Omarov is in trouble!
Omarov is looking to improve his position but Nazarethyan isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Nazarethyan has hold of Omarov's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Omarov manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #T2#
Omarov is trying to escape the mount.
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nazarethyan pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Omarov is looking to get to half guard.
Nazarethyan controlling the pace for now.
Nazarethyan lands with some strikes.
Nazarethyan looking to control but Omarov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Omarov is looking to get to half guard.
Omarov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Nazarethyan with good strikes from the mount here!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan scoring with strikes but Omarov is staying in there. #T3#
Omarov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nazarethyan lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Nazarethyan lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Omarov is in trouble!
Nazarethyan in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Omarov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Omarov is bucking up trying to escape but Nazarethyan cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount.
Omarov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan cracks Omarov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Omarov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nazarethyan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Omarov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount.
Nazarethyan is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Nazarethyan tries to control but Omarov wriggling away. #T4#
Nazarethyan scoring with strikes but Omarov is staying in there.
Nazarethyan cracks Omarov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nazarethyan cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nazarethyan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Omarov is looking to escape.
Nazarethyan controlling the position easily from mount.
Omarov is trying desperately to improve position.
Omarov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Omarov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nazarethyan pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Omarov is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Omarov is in trouble!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Omarov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Omarov quickly recovers to half guard.
Nazarethyan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Nazarethyan landing punches.
Nazarethyan wants to control the pace but Omarov is squirming around nicely.
Nazarethyan scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Omarov?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan with the ground and pound from mount.
Nazarethyan looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nazarethyan unloading with bombs!
Nazarethyan blocks Omarov's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Nazarethyan landing punches.
Omarov is working to get back to half guard. #T1#
Nazarethyan landing shots from mount.
Nazarethyan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Omarov is looking to escape.
Omarov working to try and regain half guard.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Omarov is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
Nazarethyan has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Omarov's face.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Omarov is in trouble!
Omarov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Omarov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Omarov hang on?
Nazarethyan lands a big shot there that rocks Omarov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Nazarethyan landing strikes, looking to finish!
Omarov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T2#
Nazarethyan takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nazarethyan landing shots from mount.
Nazarethyan lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Omarov hang on?
Nazarethyan lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Nazarethyan raining down hammerfists from mount.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Nazarethyan pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Suren Nazarethyan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nazarethyan lands a big shot there that rocks Omarov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Nazarethyan controlling the pace for now.
Omarov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Omarov throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Omarov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Omarov can't escape the position. #T3#
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Omarov is in trouble!
Omarov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Nazarethyan scoring with strikes but Omarov is staying in there.
Nazarethyan controlling from the full mount.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of good shots and Omarov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
You can see the frustration on Omarov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Nazarethyan.
Omarov tries to break free.
Nazarethyan scores with punches and elbows.
Omarov can't escape the position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan biding his time, controlling Omarov.
I really don't envy Omarov right now. #T4#
Nazarethyan controls the position.
Omarov is really stuck here.
Nazarethyan controlling from the back.
Omarov tries to escape the position.
Omarov is taking damage to the body and head.
Omarov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nazarethyan.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Nazarethyan. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Nazarethyan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Magomedsaid Omarov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Omarov tries to roll but Nazarethyan sticks to his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nazarethyan 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 25:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 25:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
Suren Nazarethyan thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 16, 2019

#R1#
Keter attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan throws a quick counter head kick but Keter was just out of range.
Keter throws a quick inside leg kick. #TD#
Nazarethyan looking to score a takedown here. Keter is defending well but Nazarethyan drives through and ends up in Keter's guard.
Keter wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment.
Keter is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Nazarethyan cracks Keter with a solid left hand.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Keter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of digs.
Keter really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nazarethyan. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keter managing to control the position.
Nazarethyan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Keter tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Nazarethyan throws a strike but Keter rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Nazarethyan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Nazarethyan wants to sweep here but Keter controlling him for the moment.
Keter is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nazarethyan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Keter controlling from the top position.
Nazarethyan working a defensive guard here.
Nazarethyan could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Keter not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nazarethyan controls Keter momentarily but Keter frees himself.
Nazarethyan has Keter pulled in close to control his posture.
Keter sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Keter throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A left lands for Keter.#TD2#
Keter darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Nazarethyan is looking to control Keter's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nazarethyan avoid being mounted?#T3#
Nazarethyan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nazarethyan seems keen to control Keter's posture.
Nazarethyan looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Nazarethyan is working an open guard so Keter takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown but Keter shows good takedown defense.
Keter flicks out a counter leg kick but Nazarethyan steps away.
Nazarethyan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nazarethyan tries to bum rush Keter with a series of wild strikes but Keter uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Keter connects with a right hand. Nazarethyan shakes it off.
A slapping leg kick lands for Keter.
Keter keeps Nazarethyan at a distance using the push kick.
Nazarethyan looks to land a body kick but Keter moved away.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Keter.
Nazarethyan is breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan is being controlled here. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Keter wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nazarethyan keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan taking a bit of punishment here - Keter scoring with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wilfred Keter dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Keter counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wilfred Keter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keter throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan is looking for a counter combo.
Keter lands a front kick.
Nazarethyan swinging wildly here.
Keter is looking to slow Nazarethyan down with leg kicks.
Nazarethyan thows a leg kick but Keter checks it
and Keter counters with a thumping low kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Keter!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan loads up on a big right hand but Keter slips the punch.
Keter lands a head kick. Nazarethyan smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A nice inside leg kick there by Keter. That's going to slow Nazarethyan down.
Keter connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Keter dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nazarethyan. That did some damage!#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Keter - that will leave a mark!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Keter, right into the meat.
Keter bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Keter.
Keter fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nazarethyan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A head kick from Keter lands but Nazarethyan takes it in his stride.
Both fighters circling a little - Keter finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Keter counters with a body kick that stops Nazarethyan in his tracks momentarily.
Keter lands with a kick to the temple. Nazarethyan shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
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!
Nazarethyan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Keter defends well and Nazarethyan ends up having to push Keter into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Keter. That's going to slow Nazarethyan down.
Nazarethyan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Keter.#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Keter.
Keter scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Keter throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Nice body punch from Keter.
Nazarethyan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Keter throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nazarethyan will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses
and Keter counters with an outside leg kick.
Keter stuns Nazarethyan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Keter looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nazarethyan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!#T3#
Nazarethyan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nazarethyan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Keter sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Keter has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Nazarethyan is landing a low percentage of strikes.#KD2#
Keter lands a left and a right that send Nazarethyan crashing to the mat, dazed. Keter thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Oh Nazarethyan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A good leg kick by Keter.
Keter cracks Nazarethyan with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Nazarethyan falls to his knees and Keter doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wilfred Keter!
A victorious Wilfred Keter thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: XF Brawl 4
Date: Oct 14, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Cheating throws a right and a left that Nazarethyan avoids nicely.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Cheating misses with a looping left.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Nazarethyan has eaten all the pies!
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazarethyan appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cheating lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Nazarethyan with a poor takedown
and Cheating counters with a huge left! Nazarethyan is in big trouble! He's backing up but Cheating isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Nazarethyan from any more damage. A dominating finish by Cheating!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mom Cheating!
Mom Cheating managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Sully's Bar & Grill, into his post fight interview.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: XF 32
Date: Sep 18, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan dives in for a single leg takedown but Dominiguez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dominiguez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away.
Dominiguez takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nazarethyan could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#CL2#
Dominiguez has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Dominiguez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dominiguez lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #CUT2#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.#TD2#
Dominiguez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Nazarethyan on his heels. He'll look to pass Nazarethyan's guard now, I'm sure.
Nazarethyan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nazarethyan managing to control the position.
Dominiguez trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Dominiguez throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Dominiguez seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Nazarethyan looking for a sweep. Not yet Nazarethyan, not yet. #SU2#
Dominiguez decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Nazarethyan, up you get!
Nazarethyan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dominiguez walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nazarethyan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL2#
Dominiguez closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Dominiguez breaks the clinch.
Nazarethyan throws an overhand right that lands on Dominiguez's shoulder, as Dominiguez tries to avoid the shot.
Dominiguez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Dominiguez closes the distance and clinches.
Nazarethyan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2##BC2#
Dominiguez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nazarethyan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dominiguez defends it nicely.
Dominiguez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dominiguez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Dominiguez throws a one two combo.
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!
Dominiguez is looking to land body kicks.
Nazarethyan appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Dominiguez clinches up with Nazarethyan and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Dominiguez pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dominiguez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nazarethyan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
A punch combination from Nazarethyan misses. #CL2#
Dominiguez takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Dominiguez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nazarethyan stuffs the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Nazarethyan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dominiguez misses with a kick to the body.
Dominiguez ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for Dominiguez on that attempt.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dominiguez moves away.
A punch combination from Dominiguez misses.
A jab lands there for Dominiguez.
Dominiguez dives in for a single leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T4#
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Dominiguez ducked under it nicely.
Dominiguez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Nazarethyan drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Dominiguez has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Nazarethyan has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dominiguez effectively controlling the action here.#BC2#
Dominiguez pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Dominiguez rushes Nazarethyan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cruz Dominiguez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dominiguez misses with a body kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
Dominiguez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nazarethyan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#KD2#
Dominiguez lands a big head kick that sends Nazarethyan tumbling to the mat! Dominiguez takes a step backwards and waves Nazarethyan back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Dominiguez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nazarethyan drops his hands momentarily and Dominiguez needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Nazarethyan just on the top of the head. Nazarethyan drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Nazarethyan - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Cruz Dominiguez!
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: XF 24
Date: Aug 16, 2019

#R1#
Prevot closes the distance and clinches up with Nazarethyan, looking for a takedown. Prevot pushes Nazarethyan against the cage but Nazarethyan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Prevot fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Nazarethyan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Nazarethyan throws an elbow but Prevot slips to the side and avoids it well.
Nazarethyan working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Prevot is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Prevot can't do much from the bottom here.
Prevot taking punishment in the form of punches.
Prevot takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nazarethyan slows the pace down.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan in side control lands a decent elbow.
Prevot struggling a bit here.
Nazarethyan creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T1#
Nazarethyan throws an elbow but Prevot slips to the side and avoids it well.
Nazarethyan wants to control but Prevot is keeping him busy.
Nazarethyan working the ground and pound.
Nazarethyan lands a decent elbow from side control.
Nazarethyan controls the position from side control.
Nazarethyan 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.
Nazarethyan working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Prevot is looking to regain half guard here but Nazarethyan keeps moving and retains side control.
Nazarethyan is looking to take a break and control but Prevot is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Prevot tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.#T2#
BOOM! Nazarethyan connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Prevot is working to get back to half guard.
Prevot taking shots to the head.
Nazarethyan lands a big elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nazarethyan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nazarethyan with good strikes from the mount here!
A nice elbow there by Nazarethyan.
Prevot really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #T3#
Prevot is bucking up trying to escape but Nazarethyan cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Nazarethyan lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Nazarethyan controlling the pace for now.
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount and Prevot is in trouble!
Nazarethyan avoids the attempt from Prevot to control.
Nazarethyan controlling the pace for now.
Nazarethyan lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Prevot hang on?
Nazarethyan putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Prevot is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan controlling the pace for now.
Nazarethyan lands with some strikes.#T4#
Nazarethyan avoids the attempt from Prevot to control.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nazarethyan cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Nazarethyan with a couple of short strikes.
Nazarethyan could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Nazarethyan with good strikes from the mount here!
Prevot is squirming around, avoiding Nazarethyan's attempts to control the action.
Nazarethyan cracks Prevot with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Nazarethyan working the ground and pound effectively.
Nazarethyan looking to control but Prevot is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nazarethyan landing punches.
Prevot is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Prevot connects with a body shot that sends Nazarethyan's belly button to the back.
Prevot 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.
Prevot tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Nazarethyan.
Prevot avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Nazarethyan. #SUB#
Nazarethyan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Nazarethyan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nazarethyan advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prevot taking shots to the head.
Nazarethyan lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Prevot is working to get back to half guard. #T1#
Prevot takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Nazarethyan landing punches.
Nazarethyan landing shots from mount.
The referee warns Prevot that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Prevot wants to hold on but Nazarethyan pushes him away.
Nazarethyan raining down shots from the mount!
Nazarethyan scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Prevot?
Nazarethyan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Prevot wants to control but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Nazarethyan postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Prevot looks a forlorn figure. #T2#
Prevot really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan landing strikes from the mount.
Nazarethyan raining down hammerfists from mount.
Nazarethyan lands a heavy elbow.
Nazarethyan is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of good shots and Prevot has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Nazarethyan controls the position.
Nazarethyan lands strikes to the head.
Nazarethyan punches Prevot on the ear.
Nazarethyan landing with strikes.
Nazarethyan lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. #T3#
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Nazarethyan.
Prevot trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Nazarethyan scores with punches and elbows.
Nazarethyan scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Nazarethyan is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Nazarethyan is landing with strikes from the back.
Good control from Nazarethyan.
Prevot prevents Nazarethyan from getting a body triangle.
Prevot is covering up but some of the strikes from Nazarethyan are getting through and doing damage.
Nazarethyan lands strikes to the head. #T4#
Nazarethyan scores with strikes from the back.
Suren Nazarethyan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan has Prevot flattened out and is raining down punches.
Nazarethyan scores with strikes from the back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Prevot takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Prevot staying busy and making it hard for Nazarethyan to control.
Nazarethyan is punishing Prevot with strikes - can he finish him?!
Nazarethyan keeps control of the position easily here as Prevot tries to buck him off.
Nazarethyan is landing with strikes from the back.
Nazarethyan controls the position.#SUB#
Nazarethyan looking to break Prevot's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Prevot remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Nazarethyan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but Prevot moves out of range.
Nazarethyan lands a two punch combo.
Prevot looks for a takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well.
Prevot throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Nazarethyan counters with a one-two to the body.
Prevot throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Nazarethyan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Nazarethyan shoots in and bounces Prevot off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of short punches.
Prevot is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nazarethyan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Prevot's brow.
Nazarethyan won't allow Prevot to sweep him here.
Nazarethyan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nazarethyan chips away with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Prevot can do to turn this around?
Nazarethyan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nazarethyan cracks Prevot with a solid left hand.
Prevot pulls Nazarethyan in to control the position.
Nazarethyan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nazarethyan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Nazarethyan seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Nazarethyan chips away with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nazarethyan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but Prevot keeps moving.
Suren Nazarethyan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nazarethyan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Prevot preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nazarethyan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Nazarethyan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Prevot looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nazarethyan in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nazarethyan controlling the position.
Nazarethyan working the head and body with strikes.
Nazarethyan working away.
Prevot is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
You can see the frustration on Prevot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Nazarethyan just content to control the position.
Nazarethyan's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Guilhaume Prevot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan cracks Prevot with a big right hand but Prevot just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nazarethyan is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nazarethyan 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:25
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:26
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
Our winner, Suren Nazarethyan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 19, 2019

#R1##TD#
Nazarethyan looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McDougall!
McDougall striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
McDougall on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
McDougall misses with a strike from the bottom.
Nazarethyan lands a few punches from side control.
Nazarethyan taking a breather here.
McDougall sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
McDougall misses with some strikes from the bottom.
McDougall tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
McDougall tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan controlling the action here.
Nazarethyan seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down McDougall for as long as he can get away with.
McDougall is looking to improve his position.
Nazarethyan lands strikes from half guard.
McDougall punching from the bottom.
Nazarethyan slips a nice elbow through McDougall's hands, connecting with McDougall's forehead.#T1#
Nazarethyan takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nazarethyan blocks the strikes from McDougall.
McDougall is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
McDougall actively working from the bottom here.
Nazarethyan looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan working over McDougall with some ground and pound. McDougall looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
McDougall flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Nazarethyan lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
McDougall throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDougall on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ROC#
McDougall is rocked!
Nazarethyan lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
McDougall is still in real trouble! Can Nazarethyan finish him?
Nazarethyan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
McDougall has hold of Nazarethyan's hands but Nazarethyan slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nazarethyan lands with a punch from half guard.
Nazarethyan stalling.
Nazarethyan is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, McDougall is hurt! He's hurt bad - Nazarethyan fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save McDougall from any more punishment! Congratulations to Nazarethyan! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Suren Nazarethyan!
A very excited looking Suren Nazarethyan 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.

Event: AEW 11
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
A combination from Nazarethyan does no damage.
Perkins scores with a hook to the body. Nazarethyan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Perkins digs a good hook to Nazarethyan's body.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Perkins .
Perkins swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Perkins throws the left hand but Nazarethyan avoids the punch easily.
Perkins lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Perkins on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Perkins as he avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Perkins bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nazarethyan's head backwards.
We've been informed that Perkins has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Perkins ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nazarethyan misses with a takedown
and Perkins counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Nazarethyan swings widly with a right hand
enabling Perkins to counter with a crisp jab.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Perkins .
A bone on bone clash there as Nazarethyan blocks the leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a shot to the body.
Perkins misses with a hook. Nazarethyan ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Jab, jab by Perkins - just one landing.
Perkins throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Perkins blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Kai Perkins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nazarethyan motions for Perkins to come forward. Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Perkins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nazarethyan doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Perkins counters with a good low kick that Nazarethyan was not able to check.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Perkins .
Perkins is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Perkins comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nazarethyan swings away with a body shot that misses
and Perkins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Perkins cracks Nazarethyan on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Nazarethyan falls backwards against the cage. Perkins follows up with more strikes that drop Nazarethyan to his knees. Perkins keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Nazarethyan! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kai Perkins !
A determined Kai Perkins didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 31, 2019

#R1#
Cunningham doesn't manage to clinch there - Nazarethyan circles away.
Cunningham falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Nazarethyan moves into the clinch.#BC#
Cunningham breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cunningham lands a glancing blow to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Cunningham falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Nazarethyan to counter with a crisp jab.
Nazarethyan swats away the attempt to clinch by Cunningham.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Cunningham bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Cunningham moves to clinch but Nazarethyan breaks away
and Nazarethyan counters with a stiff right hand.
Cunningham falls off balance throwing a combination
and Nazarethyan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham wants to clinch but Nazarethyan slips to the side
and Nazarethyan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A right-left combo lands from Nazarethyan.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cunningham closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nazarethyan counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Cunningham falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Nazarethyan counters by clinching up. #BC#
Cunningham manages to break the clinch.
Percy Cunningham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cunningham moves in looking to clinch but Nazarethyan pushes him off.
Nazarethyan steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cunningham.
Cunningham rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nazarethyan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Cunningham bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nazarethyan thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Cunningham if he has to take too many more of those.
Cunningham tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice low kick that buckles Cunningham's knee momentarily.
Cunningham tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Nazarethyan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Cunningham gets caught napping as Nazarethyan dives in and scores a takedown. Cunningham manages to retain guard.
Cunningham throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Nazarethyan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Nazarethyan preventing the sweep.
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Cunningham's head.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of digs.
Cunningham thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cunningham can't keep his opponent in guard - Nazarethyan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Still in half guard, Nazarethyan seems content to control.
Cunningham misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Cunningham missing with punches from the bottom.
Cunningham strikes from the bottom but Nazarethyan passes into mount!
Nazarethyan is landing with some decent strikes but Cunningham is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Nazarethyan pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC2#
Cunningham is rocked!
Cunningham is in all sorts of trouble here.
Oh Cunningham is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nazarethyan dominating with strikes here.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Nazarethyan! Cunningham is hurt baaadly! Nazarethyan is firing away with more strikes - Cunningham is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Suren Nazarethyan!
During a confident post fight interview, Suren Nazarethyan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 27, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donde fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Donde scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD2#
Donde throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nazarethyan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Donde is in Nazarethyan's guard.
Nazarethyan pulls Donde in to control the position.
Nazarethyan is trying to control the position but Donde postures up.
Donde pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nazarethyan is keeping the position for now.
Nazarethyan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nazarethyan is on top in guard. #REVR#
Donde 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.#T1#
Nazarethyan is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan with a nice head shot there.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but Donde keeps moving.
Nazarethyan scoring with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Donde is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nazarethyan stands up over Donde, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Donde utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Donde keeping full guard, as Nazarethyan tries to pass.
Nazarethyan chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Donde is looking to cinch up a triangle. Nazarethyan throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Donde's body to avoid the submission. Donde has instead reached around Nazarethyan's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Donde arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Raymond Donde!
Raymond Donde bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 10, 2019

#R1#
Taranin blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan moves out of range as Taranin strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Taranin as Nazarethyan shoots in.
Nazarethyan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Taranin.
The fight stays on the outside here - Taranin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Taranin clinches up against the cage.
Taranin is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taranin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nazarethyan avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Taranin has picked Nazarethyan up - he's going for a ride! Taranin dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Nazarethyan keeping hold of Taranin's head, controlling as best he can.
Taranin looks to land a strike but Nazarethyan avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T1#
Taranin throws a big elbow that misses.
Nazarethyan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Taranin cracks Nazarethyan with a solid left hand.
Taranin slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Nazarethyan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Taranin preventing the sweep.
Nazarethyan pulls Taranin in close to prevent any damage.
Taranin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Taranin stopping the sweep attempt from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Taranin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Taranin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nazarethyan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Taranin is in close to Nazarethyan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Taranin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Taranin throwing strikes but missing.
Nazarethyan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nazarethyan seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Taranin throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Taranin postures up.
Taranin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Taranin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nazarethyan working a defensive guard here.
Taranin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nazarethyan wants to improve his position but instead Taranin has moved into half guard.
Ground and pound from Taranin.
Taranin looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan wants to control but Taranin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nazarethyan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nazarethyan.
Taranin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Taranin preventing the sweep.
Nazarethyan keeps trying to improve his position.
Taranin advances to half guard.
Taranin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nazarethyan is controlling Taranin's trapped leg to prevent Taranin from advancing to side control.
Taranin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nazarethyan is refusing to be controlled, as Taranin sits in half guard.
Nazarethyan wants to control but Taranin is keeping busy.
Taranin wants to free his trapped foot but Nazarethyan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Segey Taranin dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown but Taranin shows good takedown defense.
Taranin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nazarethyan walks into a straight right hand from Taranin.
A big left from Taranin misses.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nazarethyan defending well as Taranin loads up on a big left hand.
Taranin lands a nice shot to the body.
Segey Taranin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Nazarethyan looking to score a takedown here. Taranin is defending well but Nazarethyan drives through and ends up in Taranin's guard.
Taranin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Taranin throwing strikes from guard but Nazarethyan blocks nicely.
Taranin missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Taranin with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nazarethyan looking to control.
Nazarethyan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Taranin controls the pace.
Taranin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Nazarethyan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Taranin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nazarethyan defends well.
Taranin trying to keep a closed guard but Nazarethyan is proving a slippery customer.
Taranin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Taranin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Nazarethyan is trying to get back to full guard.
Taranin passes to full mount!
Taranin is landing with some decent strikes but Nazarethyan is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Taranin looking to control but Nazarethyan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Taranin postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Nazarethyan looks a forlorn figure.
Nazarethyan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Taranin working the ground and pound effectively. #ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
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!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Taranin! Nazarethyan is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Segey Taranin!
A victorious Segey Taranin thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2019

#R1#
A left and a right from Choi both land. Nice combination.
Nazarethyan defending well as Choi loads up on a big left hand.
Choi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nazarethyan moves away from the strike by Choi.
Choi misses with a left hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a left and a right that stings Choi.
Nazarethyan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Choi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
DooHo Choi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Choi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Choi ducks under and follows up with a left that Choi also avoids with ease.
Choi lands a head kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan throws a wild body kick that Choi sees coming a mile off.
Choi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nazarethyan counters with a one-two to the body.
Choi swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Choi lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Choi misses its target.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Choi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nazarethyan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Choi.
Choi scores with a shot to the body.
Choi connects with a jab.
Choi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Choi lands with an overhand left.#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!#TD2#
Nazarethyan gets the takedown into side control.
Nazarethyan is still in real trouble! Can Choi finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan is putting a hurting on Choi here, landing some big shots from side control.
Nazarethyan seems to have recovered his senses.
Choi is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
An elbow from Nazarethyan crashes against the mat.
Choi pushes Nazarethyan away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Nazarethyan gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T2#
Choi is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Choi tries to escape but Nazarethyan is in control.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position but Choi is working away.
Choi is trying to buck Nazarethyan off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nazarethyan tries to score with some ground and pound. Choi controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Nazarethyan throws a strike aimed at the side of Choi's head but Choi avoids it well.
Choi wants to get back to his feet.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A combination from Nazarethyan does no damage. #T3#
Choi thuds a left hand into Nazarethyan's body.
Choi throws a head kick that misses.
Jab by Choi.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy body shot
and Choi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Choi sizes up Nazarethyan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Choi throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.#TD2#
Nazarethyan shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Choi is trying to defend but Nazarethyan finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Nazarethyan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Choi defending well though.
Nazarethyan prevents Choi from standing back up.
Choi is staying active underneath Nazarethyan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nazarethyan stops Choi from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Nazarethyan thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Choi's head.
Nazarethyan prevents Choi from standing back up.
Choi is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nazarethyan scores with a couple of nice shots.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Choi wants to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan slips a nice elbow through Choi's hands, connecting with Choi's forehead.
Choi wants to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan is looking to take a break and control but Choi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Nazarethyan.
Choi is trying to stand up here but Nazarethyan is controlling him well.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Choi tries to kick Nazarethyan off but Nazarethyan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nazarethyan trying to control the action but Choi is working from the bottom.
Choi is trying to stand back up but Nazarethyan is controlling him
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Nazarethyan missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
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 DooHo Choi will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Choi. #TD2#
Nazarethyan gets a takedown into half guard.
Nazarethyan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nazarethyan takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Choi is trying to stand up here but Nazarethyan is controlling him well. #ES#
Choi kicks Nazarethyan off and gets back to his feet.
Choi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nazarethyan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Choi digs a good hook to Nazarethyan's body.
A shot to the liver by Choi. Beautiful body shot.
DooHo Choi is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Choi.
Choi lands with a cross.
Nazarethyan takes one on the button.
Choi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Choi misses the shot to the body.
Choi throws a jab but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nazarethyan is defended easily by Choi.
Choi scores with a decent looking hook.
Choi lands a jab to Nazarethyan's midsection.#T2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nazarethyan.
Choi throws a shot from downtown. Nazarethyan moves away and avoids it.
The crowd cheers as Choi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nazarethyan doesn't seem phased though.
Good shot there by Choi.#KD#
Choi lands a big head kick that sends Nazarethyan tumbling to the mat! Choi takes a step backwards and waves Nazarethyan back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Choi drops Nazarethyan with a huge uppercut! Nazarethyan drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Choi is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). DooHo Choi!
A relieved looking DooHo Choi thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Trash Fights 20(Qualifiers)
Date: Feb 25, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Nazarethyan shoots in and bounces Alli off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Alli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alli wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Nazarethyan manages to pass to side control.
Well, if Nazarethyan is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Nazarethyan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan working Alli over with strikes.
Nazarethyan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nazarethyan working over Alli with some ground and pound. Alli looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Alli wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nazarethyan is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan trying to control the pace.
Alli knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nazarethyan on the ground.
Nazarethyan working Alli over with strikes.
Nazarethyan is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Still in half guard, Nazarethyan seems content to control.
Nazarethyan looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2#
Alli is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nazarethyan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Alli with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nazarethyan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nazarethyan drops an elbow to the side of Alli's head.
Nazarethyan looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Alli has hold of Nazarethyan's hands but Nazarethyan slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Alli is trying to stand.
Nazarethyan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Alli is trying to stand.
Nazarethyan lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Nazarethyan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nazarethyan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nazarethyan is controlling the pace.
Alli tries to kick Nazarethyan off but Nazarethyan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nazarethyan is nestled in close to Alli, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nazarethyan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nazarethyan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ROC2#
Alli is rocked!#T4#
Nazarethyan frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Nazarethyan fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Oh Alli is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nazarethyan has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Alli's face.
Nazarethyan controlling his opponent.
Nazarethyan looking to finish Alli with some ground and pound. This is bad for Alli!
Nazarethyan lands a big shot there that rocks Alli but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Nazarethyan lands a big elbow - Alli is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Alli is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Suren Nazarethyan!
A very excited looking Suren Nazarethyan 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.

Event: Trash Fights - Qualifiers 1
Date: Jan 22, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Georgiadis circles away quickly and effectively.
Georgiadis appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Georgiadis darts in and clinches Nazarethyan up against the cage.
Georgiadis is looking to control Nazarethyan's arms but Nazarethyan gets an underhook and turns him. Now Georgiadis has his back to the cage.
Georgiadis is stalling here.
The referee calls for Georgiadis to work.
Nazarethyan is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Georgiadis gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Georgiadis pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Georgiadis taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Georgiadis leaning against his opponent.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Helios Georgiadis.#CL2#
Georgiadis moves into the clinch.
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan wants a takedown but no success here.
Georgiadis looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##BC2#
Georgiadis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nazarethyan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Georgiadis. That snapped Nazarethyan's head back.
Georgiadis throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Nazarethyan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Georgiadis.
Nazarethyan swats away the attempt to clinch by Georgiadis.
Georgiadis moves out of range of the body kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Georgiadis counters with a left and a right that stings Nazarethyan.
Georgiadis lands a nice shot to the body. #TD#
Georgiadis gets caught napping as Nazarethyan dives in and scores a takedown. Georgiadis manages to retain guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan cracks Georgiadis with a solid left hand.
Georgiadis wants to stand and escape but Nazarethyan is having none of it. #T2##ES2#
Georgiadis kicks Nazarethyan off and gets to his feet.
Helios Georgiadis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Georgiadis tries to clinch but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Helios Georgiadis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Nazarethyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Georgiadis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nazarethyan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nazarethyan shoots in and drives through. Georgiadis sprawls well.#CL2#
Georgiadis rushes Nazarethyan and presses him up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Georgiadis takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nazarethyan is trying to drag Georgiadis to the mat but Georgiadis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Georgiadis works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3#
Georgiadis avoiding damage.
Nazarethyan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Georgiadis tries to work over Nazarethyan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Georgiadis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Georgiadis. #CL2#
Georgiadis has closed the distance and engaged Nazarethyan in a clinch.
Georgiadis missing with knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Georgiadis.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Georgiadis takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Georgiadis fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Georgiadis trying to stall but Nazarethyan improves his position.
Georgiadis throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Georgiadis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nazarethyan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Georgiadis wants to counter with a clinch but Nazarethyan pushes him away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nazarethyan or perhaps it was just good defense by Georgiadis, which made it look bad.
Georgiadis unleashes a big counter combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Georgiadis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nazarethyan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Georgiadis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nazarethyan.
Georgiadis throws a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Helios Georgiadis dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
Nice body kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nazarethyan misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nazarethyan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Georgiadis throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nazarethyan counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Georgiadis tries to clinch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Georgiadis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan up against the cage in a clinch.
Georgiadis with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Georgiadis lands a nice shot to the body.
Georgiadis is struggling to control the position.#T1#
The referee calls for Georgiadis to work.
Georgiadis is struggling to control the position.
Georgiadis looking to stall.
A left hand lands to the body for Georgiadis.
Georgiadis tries to land knees in the clinch but Nazarethyan avoids the damage to the body.
Helios Georgiadis seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Nazarethyan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Georgiadis forces Nazarethyan back against the cage and clinches.
Georgiadis unloads a knee to the mid-section. Nazarethyan lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #T2#
Nazarethyan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Georgiadis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nazarethyan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Georgiadis prevents it. #BC2#
Georgiadis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Georgiadis is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Georgiadis closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nazarethyan being controlled against the cage.
Georgiadis misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nazarethyan. #T3#
Georgiadis stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Georgiadis taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Georgiadis stalling.
Georgiadis receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Helios Georgiadis.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Georgiadis moves out of range easily.
Georgiadis is looking for the big counter here.
Nazarethyan misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Georgiadis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Georgiadis avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Georgiadis appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nazarethyan takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fight stays on the outside here - Georgiadis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nazarethyan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4##CL2#
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan up against the cage in a clinch.
Georgiadis tries a knee to the head but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Georgiadis is struggling to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nazarethyan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Georgiadis after a bit of a struggle.
Georgiadis is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Nazarethyan has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Georgiadis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nazarethyan takes a knee to the side of the body.
Georgiadis missing with knees to the body.
Georgiadis leaning his opponent against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Helios Georgiadis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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!
#R3##CL2#
Georgiadis takes the fight into the clinch.
Georgiadis's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Georgiadis has Nazarethyan pushed against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Georgiadis's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.#TD#
Nazarethyan gets a trip takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan off looking to stand but Nazarethyan dives back in and keeps control.
Nazarethyan looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Georgiadis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan off looking to stand but Nazarethyan dives back in and keeps control.
Nazarethyan content to control rather than advance.
Nazarethyan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Georgiadis with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Georgiadis is trying to stand back up but Nazarethyan is controlling him
Nazarethyan slips a nice elbow through Georgiadis's hands, connecting with Georgiadis's forehead.
Nazarethyan is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Nazarethyan there.
Nazarethyan working the head and body with strikes.
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan off looking to stand but Nazarethyan dives back in and keeps control.
Nazarethyan 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.
Georgiadis won't allow Nazarethyan to pass to mount. #T2#
Georgiadis tries to kick Nazarethyan off but Nazarethyan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Georgiadis tries to kick Nazarethyan off in order to stand up. Nazarethyan Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan landing strikes.
Georgiadis is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nazarethyan has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Nazarethyan cracks Georgiadis with a big right hand but Georgiadis just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nazarethyan prevents Georgiadis from escaping the position.
Nazarethyan is working Georgiadis over with some ground and pound from side control.
Georgiadis pushes Nazarethyan away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Nazarethyan gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3#
Georgiadis takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Georgiadis takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Georgiadis is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nazarethyan has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Nazarethyan scoring with punches and elbows.
Georgiadis is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Nazarethyan lands a few punches from side control.
Nazarethyan moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Georgiadis is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nazarethyan has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Suren Nazarethyan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan is putting a hurting on Georgiadis here, landing some big shots from side control.
Georgiadis is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nazarethyan asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
Nazarethyan working the body and head with strikes.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Georgiadis to see if he's OK.
Nazarethyan lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Georgiadis down.
Nazarethyan creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Georgiadis is trying to get back to his feet.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Georgiadis takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Georgiadis on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Helios Georgiadis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
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!
Nazarethyan lands an elbow.
Nazarethyan working the ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Georgiadis has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Helios Georgiadis!
A victorious Helios Georgiadis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 145
Date: Jan 10, 2019

#R1#
Nazarethyan swings for the body but Alviso moves out of range.
Alviso was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
Nazarethyan shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Alviso is trying to defend but Nazarethyan finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Alviso wants to improve his position but Nazarethyan is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan trying to mount his opponent but Alviso defends it.
Alviso is looking to control Nazarethyan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Alviso avoid being mounted?
Alviso striking from the bottom.
Alviso is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB#
Alviso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alviso manages to get to full guard.
Alviso is trying to keep Nazarethyan in close.
Nazarethyan trying to control the position from guard on top but Alviso is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Nazarethyan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nazarethyan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nazarethyan is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Alviso is looking for a triangle but Nazarethyan pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Nazarethyan content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Alviso has locked up a guillotine! Alviso's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Nazarethyan is holding on here and Alviso must be using up a lot of energy. Nazarethyan has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Alviso gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jerome Alviso!
Jerome Alviso opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 144
Date: Dec 26, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
Pedan throws the left hand but Nazarethyan avoids the punch easily.
Pedan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nazarethyan misses with a left hand
and Pedan counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Nazarethyan is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Pedan thuds his shin into the meat of Nazarethyan's side.
Pedan throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pedan throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Nice body punch from Pedan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pedan.
Nazarethyan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pedan throws out the jab.
Nazarethyan fails to land the takedown.
Pedan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nazarethyan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pedan's head.#T1#
Pedan cracks Nazarethyan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Pedan scores with a hook.
Pedan goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pedan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pedan throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Nazarethyan counters with a left and a right that stings Pedan.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nazarethyan is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nazarethyan takes a swing at Pedan's ribcage but misses.
Pedan misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan shoots in but no luck this time.
Pedan throws a right and a left that Nazarethyan avoids nicely.
Nazarethyan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T2#
Good leg kick by Pedan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pedan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pedan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nazarethyan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pedan.
Pedan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Alexander Pedan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pedan lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pedan throws a head kick that misses.
Pedan tries a head kick but it misses.
Pedan scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pedan scores with a punch to the head.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Pedan counters with a left to the body.
Alexander Pedan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pedan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pedan scores with a jab.#T3#
Nice straight punches there by Pedan. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Pedan.
Nazarethyan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pedan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Alexander Pedan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan avoids the head kick by Pedan.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Pedan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pedan with a nice cross.
Nazarethyan goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pedan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nazarethyan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pedan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pedan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pedan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick
and Pedan counters with a three punch combo that has Nazarethyan backing up. Nazarethyan nods at Pedan to acknowledge the strikes.
Pedan is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Pedan throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pedan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Pedan pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Pedan finish him?#T4#
Pedan throws a looping overhand right but Nazarethyan ducks down to avoid it.
Nazarethyan seems to have recovered his senses.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Pedan moves out of range easily.
Pedan feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Pedan scores with a sloppy right hand. Nazarethyan should have avoided that one.
Pedan tests Nazarethyan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pedan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Nazarethyan's head.
Pedan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pedan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nazarethyan 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.
Pedan scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pedan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Pedan avoids it easily.
Pedan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nazarethyan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Pedan dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Pedan throws a head kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan wants to counter with a clinch but Pedan pushes him away.#TD2#
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Pedan tries to improve position but can't.
Nazarethyan throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Pedan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Pedan struggling a bit here.
Nazarethyan scoring with punches and elbows.
Nazarethyan creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pedan sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Nazarethyan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pedan keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pedan taking a bit of punishment here - Nazarethyan scoring with strikes. #T1#
Pedan managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Nazarethyan.
Pedan is trying to escape the position but Nazarethyan is controlling the position.
Nazarethyan taking a break here but Pedan is having none of it and regains half guard.
Nazarethyan throwing shots but Pedan is blocking nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Pedan to regain full guard.
Nazarethyan throwing strikes from guard but Pedan blocks nicely.
Pedan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Nazarethyan trying to control but Pedan is working from the bottom.
Pedan keeping full guard, as Nazarethyan tries to pass.
Nazarethyan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Pedan bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Pedan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
Pedan slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Pedan lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Pedan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3##TD2#
Nazarethyan shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Pedan is trying to defend but Nazarethyan finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pedan regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan connects with a couple of short punches.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pedan is on top in guard. #REVR#
Nazarethyan looking for a sweep. Not yet Nazarethyan, not yet.
Pedan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pedan postures up. #T4##SU#
Pedan stands up from Nazarethyan's guard - Pedan perhaps looking for a knockout.
Nazarethyan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nazarethyan takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Nazarethyan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pedan misses with a right hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combo that has Pedan backing up. Pedan nods at Nazarethyan to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan darts in looking for a takedown but Pedan gets double underhooks and turns Nazarethyan into the cage.
Pedan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nazarethyan takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Pedan throws a head kick that misses.
Nazarethyan blocks a jab.
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 Alexander Pedan will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan misses with a takedown
and Pedan counters with a one-two to the body.
Pedan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nazarethyan with a poor takedown
and Pedan counters with a big head kick but Nazarethyan shrugs it off.
Pedan 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.
Pedan's corner calls for a 1-2. Pedan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Pedan throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Pedan is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A low kick from Pedan misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nazarethyan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pedan. Pedan obviously looking to wear him down.
Alexander Pedan is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Pedan misses.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Pedan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pedan. That's going to slow Nazarethyan down.
Pedan stuffs the takedown attempt from Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan gets slowly back to his feet.
Alexander Pedan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.#T1#
A left lands for Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab to the body
and Pedan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazarethyan lands a head kick!
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Pedan looks to land a combination. Nazarethyan sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Nazarethyan throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Pedan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nazarethyan walks forward, straight into a front kick from Pedan.
Pedan blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Pedan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nazarethyan.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pedan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pedan as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Nazarethyan gets a takedown into half guard.
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nazarethyan thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pedan's head.
Nazarethyan thows a huge punch but Pedan dodges it nicely.
Nazarethyan wants to control but Pedan is keeping him busy.
Pedan regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throwing strikes from guard but Pedan blocks nicely. #T3#
Pedan is adopting a defensive guard.
Nazarethyan throws a strike but Pedan rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Nazarethyan seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Pedan seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Pedan's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pedan postures up.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SU#
Pedan stands up and waves to Nazarethyan to follow him.
Pedan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pedan misses with a body punch
and Nazarethyan counters with a head kick. That will keep Pedan thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Pedan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alexander Pedan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pedan, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexander Pedan!
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Live 68
Date: Dec 05, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Anders jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ingemar Anders seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Anders misses the jab.
No joy there for Anders, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
As Anders backs off Nazarethyan throws a huge counter combo but Anders manages to avoid it all.
Nazarethyan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Anders moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Anders looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A big left from Anders misses.
Anders lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Anders throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anders throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nazarethyan checks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Anders 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.#T1##CL#
Anders moves into the clinch.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Anders pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nazarethyan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anders.
Nice cross by Anders.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Anders.
Nazarethyan shoots in looking for a takedown. Anders tries to sprawl out of it but Nazarethyan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Anders manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Nazarethyan.
Anders is looking for a sweep.#T2#
The ground and pound from Nazarethyan seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Anders sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Anders controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Nazarethyan throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Anders trying to control here.
Nazarethyan prevents Anders from improving his position.
Nazarethyan is trying to control the action in half guard but Anders is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Anders looking for submissions off his back.
Nazarethyan throwing shots but Anders is blocking nicely. #T3#
Anders is controlling Nazarethyan's trapped leg to prevent Nazarethyan from advancing to side control.
Nazarethyan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Anders is trying to get back to full guard.
Nazarethyan winds up and cracks Anders with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan throws a strike but Anders avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nazarethyan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Anders trying to control the position.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Anders's brow. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Anders preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ingemar Anders is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anders tries to clinch but Nazarethyan moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Anders pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ingemar Anders has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Anders is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Anders wants to land a leg kick but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Anders throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Anders fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nazarethyan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nazarethyan shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Anders connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nazarethyan lands a nice looking kick to the body. Anders takes a step back to recover.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ingemar Anders dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Anders fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nazarethyan.
Nice shot by Anders.
Ingemar Anders is winning the standup battle so far.
Anders misses with a few strikes there.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Anders throws a leg kick but Nazarethyan moved away.
Despite the aggression on Nazarethyan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL#
Anders moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anders.
Anders pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks from the clinch.
Anders connects with a leg kick. Nazarethyan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A punch combination from Nazarethyan misses. #T1##CL#
Anders has taken the fight to the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Anders.
Anders prevents the takedown attempt. #TD2#
Nazarethyan has hold of one of Anders's legs. Anders is fighting the takedown attempt but Nazarethyan gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Anders looking for a guillotine here but Nazarethyan defends easily.
Nazarethyan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anders preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan scoring with punches to the head and body.
Anders wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Anders is working hard here to advance position.
Anders is pulling down on Nazarethyan's head. It's preventing any offense from Nazarethyan, at least for the moment.
Nazarethyan postures up in Anders's guard and throws a big left but Anders blocks it.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but Anders keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Anders scores with a sloppy right hand. Nazarethyan should have avoided that one.
Nazarethyan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Anders. #T3#
Anders falls off balance throwing a combination
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combo that has Anders backing up. Anders nods at Nazarethyan to acknowledge the strikes.
Anders dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nazarethyan. That did some damage!
The fighters circling - Anders throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Anders throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan staying out of range there.
Nazarethyan misses with a few strikes there.
Some wild striking there from Nazarethyan.
Anders throws a right and a left that both miss.
An inside leg kick from Anders misses.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Anders.#T4#
Anders's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Anders duly obliges.
Anders lands a head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anders swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Anders throws an off balance right hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a good low kick that Anders was not able to check.
Anders is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Anders throws a shot from downtown. Nazarethyan moves away and avoids it.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a clinch but Anders shakes him off and moves away.
Anders ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
Anders lands an overhand right.
Nazarethyan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Anders.
Anders ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nazarethyan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Anders defends well and Nazarethyan ends up having to push Anders into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Anders tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ingemar Anders dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Anders looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Anders chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Anders throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Anders misses the jab.
Anders just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab lands there for Anders.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Nazarethyan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan is looking to take a break and control but Anders is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Anders is trying to control Nazarethyan's posture but Nazarethyan avoids it. #T1#
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Anders is looking to reverse the position.
Nazarethyan in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anders defending against the ground and pound.
Nazarethyan tries to score with some ground and pound. Anders controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Anders tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nazarethyan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Anders is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Nazarethyan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Nazarethyan is trying to control the action in half guard but Anders is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Anders is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nazarethyan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nazarethyan's back!
Anders is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T2#
Anders gets his hands free as Nazarethyan looks to control. #SU#
Anders has Nazarethyan's back but decides to stand back up... Obviously he fancies his chances in the standup department!
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
A low kick from Anders misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a series of strikes. Anders will be more careful next time no doubt.
Anders looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A lazy left from Anders finds it's target.
Anders misses with a looping right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anders throws an off balance right hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a left and a right that stings Anders.
Anders lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nazarethyan at a distance.
Anders will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nazarethyan throws a fast counter high kick but Anders manages to duck under it in time.#T3#
Anders fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Donk. Anders catches Nazarethyan right on the button with a cross.
Anders scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Anders misses with a wild body shot.
Anders looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.
Anders misses with a left hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a two punch combo.
Anders misses with a looping left.
A low kick from Anders is predictable there
and Nazarethyan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anders fails to land with a series of punches. #T4#
Nazarethyan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Anders.
Ingemar Anders is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Anders throws a poor cross that misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a straight right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donk. Anders catches Nazarethyan right on the button with a cross.
Anders takes a kick to the side of the head.
Anders throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Anders throws a leg kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combo that has Anders backing up. Anders nods at Nazarethyan to acknowledge the strikes.
Anders lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nazarethyan at a distance.
Anders connects with a right hand. Nazarethyan shakes it off.
Nice jab there from Anders.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut
letting Anders counter with a right hand.

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 Ingemar Anders.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Anders, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ingemar Anders!
A victorious Ingemar Anders thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 240
Date: Nov 21, 2018

#R1#
A head kick from Pedan lands but Nazarethyan takes it in his stride.
Pedan lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nazarethyan's sensitive parts.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A clash of legs there as Pedan blocks the low kick.
It seemed like Pedan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pedan moves away.
Nazarethyan connects with a looping right hand.
A swing and a miss from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've been told by Nazarethyan's head coaches at Jitsu Jim that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nazarethyan takes one to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pedan connects with a single shot there.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Pedan unleashes a big counter combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nazarethyan misses with a kick to the body.
Pedan comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan feints and then cracks Pedan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pedan down.
Nazarethyan misses the jab.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a jab to the body but Pedan is just out of range.
And Pedan responds with a good body kick, but Nazarethyan manages to step out the way in time.
Nazarethyan needs to keep his hands up - Pedan had a free shot at his head there.
A slow jab from Nazarethyan misses its intended target.
Pedan is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Nazarethyan 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Good leg kick by Nazarethyan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pedan follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Pedan lands with a nice body punch.
Nazarethyan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nazarethyan scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pedan in his tracks.
Pedan is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nazarethyan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pedan under the eye.
Pedan misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Nazarethyan with a jab.
Pedan throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Pedan - that will leave a mark!
A slapping leg kick lands for Nazarethyan. #T2#
Good exchange - Pedan coming out on top.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Pedan sees it coming and moves out of range.
Pedan throws a fast counter high kick but Nazarethyan manages to duck under it in time.
Pedan moves out of range of the strikes.
Pedan looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Pedan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pedan lands a leg kick that knocks Nazarethyan off balance momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nazarethyan. Pedan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pedan looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
A slow jab from Nazarethyan misses its intended target.
Pedan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pedan cracks the inside of Nazarethyan's front leg.
A swing and a miss from Nazarethyan.
Pedan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pedan scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Pedan can pounce on him. #T3#
Pedan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nazarethyan. That did some damage!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Pedan.
Nazarethyan misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pedan! But no joy.
Pedan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Pedan.
Pedan throws a front kick aimed at Nazarethyan's knee but Nazarethyan avoids it well.
Pedan throws a head kick that misses.
Pedan ducks under a wild hook from Nazarethyan.
Pedan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nazarethyan circles away quickly and effectively.
Nazarethyan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pedan's corner calls for a 1-2. Pedan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nazarethyan avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Pedan throws a head kick that misses.
Pedan cracks Nazarethyan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy uppercut
and Pedan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Pedan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pedan tries a head kick but it misses.
Nazarethyan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pedan moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the side of Pedan's head but Pedan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pedan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A jab from Pedan finds it's way through Nazarethyan's defenses.
Nazarethyan tries to work over Pedan's front leg with a kick but Pedan checks it.
Pedan scores with a nice head shot.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
Nazarethyan feints and then cracks Pedan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pedan down.
Nazarethyan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but Pedan avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Pedan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Pedan scores with a nice right hand.
Pedan sizes up Nazarethyan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pedan with a jab.
Pedan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pedan goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick that misses.
Pedan cracks Nazarethyan with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pedan. That's going to slow Nazarethyan down.
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Pedan moves out of range of the body kick from Nazarethyan.
Pedan only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Oh Nazarethyan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Pedan sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Pedan.
Nazarethyan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pedan lands with a cross.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Pedan.
Nazarethyan looks to land a left hand but Pedan moved out of range nicely.
Pedan was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nazarethyan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Pedan lands a brutal head kick. Nazarethyan looks out on his feet and Pedan throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Alexander Pedan!
In defeat, Suren Nazarethyan stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 315
Date: Nov 03, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonald throws out the jab.
And Nazarethyan responds with a good body kick, but McDonald manages to step out the way in time.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonald is just out of range.
McDonald is looking to counter the offense by Nazarethyan and move into the clinch.
Nazarethyan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McDonald shoots for a double leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well. He's pushed McDonald's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nazarethyan throws the left hand but McDonald avoids the punch easily.
McDonald misses with a takedown
and Nazarethyan makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. McDonald really felt that one!
McDonald scores with a sloppy right hand. Nazarethyan should have avoided that one.
Nazarethyan swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nazarethyan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but it's checked well by McDonald.
McDonald has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
McDonald connects with a looping right hand.
Nazarethyan slaps away a takedown attempt from McDonald, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronnie McDonald. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Some bone on bone action there as McDonald checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McDonald plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
McDonald bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazarethyan tries a low kick but McDonald avoids it.
McDonald tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nazarethyan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McDonald misses with a head kick.
McDonald tests Nazarethyan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nazarethyan swings for the body but McDonald moves out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick that misses.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Nazarethyan delivers a nice body kick.
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for McDonald on that attempt.
Nazarethyan's jab looks to have found its range, popping McDonald under the eye.
McDonald scores with a jab to the head.
Nazarethyan lands a jab to McDonald's midsection.
McDonald shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McDonald looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nazarethyan is fending him off so far but McDonald persists. Nope, Nazarethyan circles away and we're back to standing.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McDonald is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
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!
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nazarethyan paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD#
McDonald closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
McDonald is looking to advance position but Nazarethyan won't allow it.
McDonald performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonald working Nazarethyan over with strikes. #T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McDonald in particular looking to stall.
McDonald landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McDonald thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nazarethyan's head.
McDonald thows a huge punch but Nazarethyan dodges it nicely.
McDonald thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nazarethyan's head.
Nazarethyan trying to control here.
McDonald wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping him busy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nazarethyan wants to improve his position but McDonald is controlling well.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
McDonald perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nazarethyan throws an overhand right that lands on McDonald's shoulder, as McDonald tries to avoid the shot.
Nazarethyan lands a nice looking kick to the body. McDonald takes a step back to recover.
McDonald tries to close the distance and clinch but Nazarethyan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McDonald throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
McDonald backing away here, and Nazarethyan unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
McDonald tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nazarethyan swivels and escapes.
Nazarethyan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McDonald scores with a nice head shot.
Nazarethyan lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nazarethyan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McDonald misses with a straight left.
Nazarethyan looks to throw the jab but McDonald is out of range.
Nazarethyan wants to slow McDonald down by chopping away at his legs.
Nazarethyan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nazarethyan lands a nice looking body shot.
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McDonald tries to clinch up but Nazarethyan circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Nazarethyan gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows McDonald to score an easy takedown into full guard.
McDonald looking to sit in guard and control but Nazarethyan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Nazarethyan sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Nazarethyan is fighting to break McDonald's control of his arms but McDonald is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McDonald's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nazarethyan works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McDonald is looking for a sweep. Nazarethyan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McDonald is holding on to half guard well.
McDonald tries to get to full guard but Nazarethyan has control of the leg. #T3#
McDonald keeping control of the position.
Nazarethyan wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonald keeps working.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
McDonald tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nazarethyan throws a push kick but McDonald slaps the foot to one side.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy right hand but McDonald sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL#
McDonald darts in and clinches Nazarethyan up against the cage.#BC#
McDonald breaks the clinch.
Nazarethyan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A good leg kick by Nazarethyan.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan scores with a push kick.
Nazarethyan throws the kick towards the body but McDonald avoids it.
McDonald blocks a jab.
Nazarethyan stuffs the takedown.
McDonald dives in for a single leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nazarethyan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McDonald moves away from the strike by Nazarethyan.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the side of McDonald's head but McDonald sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonald is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Nazarethyan.
McDonald shoots in looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan tries to sprawl out of it but McDonald keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan misses with a body punch
and McDonald counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazarethyan thuds his right hand into McDonald's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nazarethyan misses with a lunging right hand
and McDonald counters with a big head kick but Nazarethyan shrugs it off.
McDonald cracks Nazarethyan with an open hand slap.
McDonald fails in his attempt to clinch.
McDonald ducks under a wild hook from Nazarethyan.
McDonald is looking to counter the offense by Nazarethyan and move into the clinch.
Nazarethyan walks into a jab.
Nazarethyan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nazarethyan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jab, jab by Nazarethyan - just one landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonald's corner calls for a 1-2. McDonald obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nazarethyan misses with a low kick as McDonald jumps back.
McDonald looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McDonald throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nazarethyan's waist but Nazarethyan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McDonald off to one side.
It seemed like Nazarethyan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
McDonald tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nazarethyan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fighters circling - Nazarethyan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McDonald takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nazarethyan, as that shot connected.
McDonald throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonald lands a lovely overhand right.
Jab, jab by Nazarethyan - just one landing.
McDonald swinging wildly here.
Nazarethyan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonald blocks the body kick.
McDonald with a poor takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronnie McDonald. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McDonald takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2#
McDonald uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nazarethyan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan misses the jab.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nazarethyan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nazarethyan wants it to stay on the feet.
Nazarethyan follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
McDonald scores with a head kick.
McDonald slips under a jab.
McDonald looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McDonald staying out of range there.#CL#
Nazarethyan gets tackled into the cage by McDonald. McDonald maintains the clinch.
McDonald wants a takedown.
McDonald drops down looking for an ankle pick but Nazarethyan pulls his leg out and moves away.
McDonald blocks a jab.#CL#
McDonald clinches up with Nazarethyan and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McDonald throws a head kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
McDonald throws a head kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Nazarethyan. McDonald does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonald checks a leg kick nicely.
McDonald drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a push kick but McDonald slaps the foot to one side.
Nazarethyan just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMcDonald.
McDonald misses with an uppercut. Nazarethyan saw that one coming.
McDonald misses with a leg kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazarethyan thuds his right hand into McDonald's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nazarethyan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McDonald wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL#
McDonald darts in and clinches Nazarethyan up against the cage.
McDonald tries to pull guard but Nazarethyan holds him up against the cage and eventually McDonald drops back down to his feet.
Nazarethyan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McDonald's elbow.
Nazarethyan looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nazarethyan lands with a left to the head.
McDonald blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4#
McDonald tries to score a body lock takedown but Nazarethyan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McDonald avoids the elbow strike from Nazarethyan, against the cage. #TD#
McDonald has Nazarethyan pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. McDonald pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nazarethyan tumbling to the mat - McDonald dives into Nazarethyan's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonald trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ronnie McDonald has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McDonald wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Ronnie McDonald overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McDonald throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nazarethyan winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
A very excited looking Suren Nazarethyan 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.

Event: CEFC 312
Date: Oct 20, 2018

#R1#
The Zealot has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nazarethyan.
The Zealot misses with a body shot.
The Zealot stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nazarethyan.
The Zealot scores with a nice strike.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut. The Zealot saw that one coming.
The Zealot takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The Zealot looks to land a left hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but The Zealot moves out of range easily.
The Zealot lands a jab-cross combination.
The Zealot jabs at Nazarethyan's body.
Nazarethyan swings for the body but The Zealot moves out of range.
The Zealot lands with an uppercut that bounces Nazarethyan off the cage and back into range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body punch from The Zealot.
Nazarethyan tries to move into range but The Zealot moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nazarethyan's coach down at Jitsu Jim was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Nazarethyan's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
The Zealot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nazarethyan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The Zealot with a hook.
A jab from The Zealot finds it's way through Nazarethyan's defenses.
The Zealot just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
The Zealot is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
The Zealot lands a two punch combo.
The Zealot displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The Zealot connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Nazarethyan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and The Zealot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can The Zealot finish him?
The Zealot moves out of range of the body kick.
Nazarethyan seems to have recovered his senses.
The Zealot fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but The Zealot moves out of range.
Nazarethyan lands with a kick to the temple. The Zealot shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
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!
A low kick from Nazarethyan misses #KD#
and The Zealot counters with a leg kick then a big left hand that sends Nazarethyan down! The Zealot is looking to finish but Nazarethyan is intelligently defending himself.
The Zealot throwing strikes but missing.
The Zealot throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nazarethyan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The Zealot throwing strikes but missing.
The Zealot stands up over Nazarethyan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
The Zealot with a flurry of punches that miss.
The Zealot works over Nazarethyan with some ground and pound from guard.
The Zealot throws a big elbow that misses.
Nazarethyan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from The Zealot.
The Zealot postures up in Nazarethyan's guard and throws a big left but Nazarethyan blocks it.
The Zealot is looking to work some ground and pound but Nazarethyan has wrist control.
We've been hearing that The Zealot has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The Zealot throwing strikes but missing.
The Zealot missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Zealot keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
The Zealot lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nazarethyan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Nazarethyan has momentary wrist control but The Zealot slips an elbow through the middle.
Nazarethyan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nazarethyan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nazarethyan pulls The Zealot in to control the position.
The Zealot throws a big elbow that misses.
The Zealot with a flurry of punches that miss.
The Zealot loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nazarethyan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The Zealot with a flurry of punches that miss.
The Zealot will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The Zealot in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The Zealot throws an elbow that misses. Nazarethyan uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in The Zealot's guard. Nice move by Nazarethyan!#REVB#
Nazarethyan trying to control but The Zealot is working from the bottom. #T4#
The Zealot has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but The Zealot keeps moving.
Nazarethyan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Masada The Zealot dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
The Zealot looks to land a combination. Nazarethyan sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Nazarethyan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Masada The Zealot is winning the standup battle so far.
Nazarethyan swings for the body but The Zealot moves out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but it's checked well by The Zealot.
The Zealot swinging wildly here.
The Zealot stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nazarethyan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Zealot blocks the body kick.
The Zealot is looking to counter punch.
The Zealot tries to bum rush Nazarethyan with a series of wild strikes but Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Zealot moves away.
Nazarethyan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nazarethyan is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down The Zealot rather than just go for the knockout.
Nazarethyan takes one to the side of the head.
The Zealot is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T1#
Nazarethyan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract The Zealot.
Nazarethyan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but The Zealot is out of range.
The Zealot moves away from the strike by Nazarethyan.
The Zealot ducks under a wild hook from Nazarethyan.
The Zealot throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The Zealot lands with a nice body punch.
Nazarethyan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The Zealot misses with a looping left.
The Zealot checks a low kick from Nazarethyan.
The Zealot is looking to counter punch.
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that The Zealot avoids nicely.
The Zealot connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nazarethyan momentarily.
The Zealot closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The Zealot lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Zealot cracks Nazarethyan with a good jab.
A shot to the body from Nazarethyan misses
and The Zealot counters with a nice uppercut.
The Zealot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
The Zealot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nazarethyan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Nazarethyan throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan misses with the body kick
and The Zealot counters with a crisp right that sends Nazarethyan to the canvas! The Zealot follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Masada The Zealot!
Masada The Zealot gave a mention to Sin City Allstars in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 308
Date: Sep 29, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan fails to land with a series of punches.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Anderson.
Nazarethyan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A combination from Nazarethyan does no damage.
Good shot there by Anderson.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Anderson scores with a jab to the head.
Anderson avoids the body shot from Nazarethyan.
Anderson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Nazarethyan lands a nice hook to Anderson's body. Anderson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Anderson gets a clinch.
Anderson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
Anderson is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Anderson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Nazarethyan clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Anderson controlling well, preventing Nazarethyan from escaping the position.
Nazarethyan biding his time here by controlling the hands, looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #T2#
Anderson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nazarethyan trying to control the hands but Anderson won't let him.
Anderson throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Anderson punches the canvas rather than the man.
Anderson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nazarethyan.
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!
Nazarethyan can't escape the position.
Anderson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Nazarethyan defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Anderson's arms. #T3##SUB#
Anderson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Anderson missing with punches from the back.
Nazarethyan trying to control the hands but Anderson won't let him. #SUB#
Anderson is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Nazarethyan is defending well though. Anderson let's go of the attempt for now.
Anderson gets his hands free as Nazarethyan looks to control.
What can Nazarethyan do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Anderson throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #T4#
Anderson lands with a hammerfist to the side of Nazarethyan's head.#SUB#
Nazarethyan defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Anderson has the hooks in. Nazarethyan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Anderson keeps control of the position easily here as Nazarethyan tries to buck him off.
Nazarethyan trying to control the hands but Anderson won't let him.
Anderson has the hooks in. Nazarethyan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Nazarethyan just trying to survive but Anderson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Anderson has his arm under Nazarethyan's chin here. Game over son! Anderson squeezes tightly and Nazarethyan is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 234
Date: Sep 19, 2018

#R1#
Szczęsny blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Good exchange - Szczęsny coming out on top.
Nazarethyan fails with a takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan throws the kick towards the body but Szczęsny avoids it.
Szczęsny lands a jab.
Nazarethyan takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Szczęsny throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Szczęsny misses with an uppercut. Nazarethyan saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nazarethyan with a poor takedown
and Szczęsny counters with a nice uppercut.
Nazarethyan lands a nice looking body kick.
Szczęsny tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Szczęsny misses with a wild body shot.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Szczęsny pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Szczęsny shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nazarethyan as he jumps to the side.
Szczęsny showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny thuds a left hand into Nazarethyan's body.
Nazarethyan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Szczęsny throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Szczęsny throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Szczęsny really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nazarethyan throws a jab but it's blocked by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Szczęsny misses with a hook.
Nazarethyan feints and then cracks Szczęsny's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Szczęsny down.
Victor Szczęsny seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan needs to keep his hands up - Szczęsny had a free shot at his head there.#TD2#
Nazarethyan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Szczęsny looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan in side control, throwing shots but Szczęsny defends.
Szczęsny manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Szczęsny gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Szczęsny seems keen to control Nazarethyan's posture.
Nazarethyan postures up.
Szczęsny has momentary wrist control but Nazarethyan slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Szczęsny is looking for a triangle but Nazarethyan pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Nazarethyan avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3#
Szczęsny is trying to control the position but Nazarethyan postures up.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nazarethyan slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Nazarethyan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nazarethyan cracks Szczęsny with a solid left hand.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Nazarethyan working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Nazarethyan throws a big elbow that misses.
Nazarethyan wants to control from the top but Szczęsny keeps moving.
Szczęsny looking for a sweep. Not yet Szczęsny, not yet.
Nazarethyan controlling from the top position.
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Szczęsny's head.
Nazarethyan working some strikes from top position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nazarethyan scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nazarethyan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Szczęsny working a defensive guard here.
Szczęsny is really struggling to control Nazarethyan but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Szczęsny tries a head kick but it misses.
A lazy left from Szczęsny finds it's target.
Szczęsny chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick which misses Nazarethyan's front leg but catches the back leg as Nazarethyan tries to avoid it.
Szczęsny clobbers Nazarethyan with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Szczęsny tries to land a front kick but Nazarethyan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nazarethyan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Szczęsny circles away quickly and effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Szczęsny dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nazarethyan is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Victor Szczęsny is winning the standup battle so far.
Nazarethyan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Szczęsny scores with a hook to the body. Nazarethyan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nazarethyan swinging wildly here.
A shot to the liver by Nazarethyan. Beautiful body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nazarethyan checks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan unleashes a big counter combination but Szczęsny bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nazarethyan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Szczęsny is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Szczęsny connects with a right hand. Nazarethyan shakes it off.
Nazarethyan shoots and misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Nazarethyan dives in for a single leg takedown but Szczęsny sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Szczęsny connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Szczęsny or perhaps it was just good defense by Nazarethyan, which made it look bad.
Szczęsny closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away.#TD2#
Nazarethyan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Nazarethyan throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Szczęsny regains half guard.
Szczęsny controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Nazarethyan wants to pass to mount but Szczęsny is defending the position. #T2#
Szczęsny is trying to maintain the position but Nazarethyan is very close to passing his half guard.
Nazarethyan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Szczęsny looking for submissions off his back.
Nazarethyan lands strikes from half guard.
Nazarethyan working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Nazarethyan content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nazarethyan lands strikes from half 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!
Ground and pound from Nazarethyan. #T3#
Szczęsny is staying active underneath Nazarethyan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nazarethyan working Szczęsny over with strikes.
Nazarethyan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nazarethyan is thwarting Szczęsny's attempts to control the position.
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Szczęsny looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is looking to advance position but Szczęsny won't allow it.
Szczęsny trying to control but Nazarethyan postures up. #SUB#
Szczęsny looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Szczęsny tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nazarethyan lands with a punch from half guard.
Nazarethyan throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Szczęsny to regain full guard. #SUB#
Szczęsny throws his legs up looking for a submission but Nazarethyan uses it to pass to side control.
Nazarethyan lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Szczęsny down.
Nazarethyan cracks Szczęsny with a big elbow.
Nazarethyan working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Szczęsny is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Szczęsny wants to control but Nazarethyan postures up.
Nazarethyan lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nazarethyan trying to control the action but Szczęsny is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Szczęsny misses with a wild body shot.
Szczęsny is looking to chop away at Nazarethyan's legs.
Szczęsny fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it really well and circles away.
Szczęsny stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Szczęsny wants it to stay on the feet.
Nice jab there from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice combination there by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Szczęsny throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Szczęsny looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.#T1#
Szczęsny throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Nazarethyan counters by clinching up.
Szczęsny throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan wants to take the fight to the mat but Szczęsny manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC#
Szczęsny breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Szczęsny keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nazarethyan wants to counter with a clinch but Szczęsny pushes him away.
Nazarethyan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Szczęsny is fending him off so far but Nazarethyan persists. Nope, Szczęsny circles away and we're back to standing.
Victor Szczęsny has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny cracks Nazarethyan with an open hand slap.
Szczęsny throws a low kick but it's checked well by Nazarethyan.
A punch lands to the side of Nazarethyan 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Nazarethyan shoots for a double leg takedown but Szczęsny sprawls well. He's pushed Nazarethyan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Szczęsny is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Szczęsny fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nazarethyan manages to avoid it.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Szczęsny jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Szczęsny is defended easily by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan thuds a left hand into Szczęsny's body.#T3#
A good leg kick by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny lands with a nice body punch.
Nazarethyan misses with a looping left.
Szczęsny appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Szczęsny struggling a bit here.
Szczęsny sneaks back into half guard.
Szczęsny moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nazarethyan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nazarethyan preventing the sweep.
Nazarethyan scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4#
Szczęsny tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nazarethyan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nazarethyan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Szczęsny's head.
Nazarethyan postures up.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Szczęsny's brow.
Nazarethyan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Szczęsny looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Szczęsny's brow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of digs.#ROC2#
Szczęsny is rocked!
Nazarethyan postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Oh Szczęsny is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nazarethyan is working Szczęsny over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Szczęsny showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Szczęsny 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Szczęsny!
Victor Szczęsny got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Live 62
Date: Aug 29, 2018

#R1#
Buchanan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nazarethyan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Buchanan misses with a lunging right hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice low kick that buckles Buchanan's knee momentarily.
Nazarethyan thumps Buchanan with a low kick.
Nazarethyan looks to throw the jab but Buchanan is out of range.
Buchanan throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.
Buchanan takes one on the button.
Buchanan throws a big shot that misses.
Nazarethyan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Buchanan throws a jab but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nazarethyan.
Buchanan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Buchanan lands with a slapping head kick.
Buchanan scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buchanan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Buchanan.
Nazarethyan throws a big counter head kick but Buchanan avoids it with no problem.
Buchanan throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Buchanan. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan misses with a looping left.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick which misses Buchanan's front leg but catches the back leg as Buchanan tries to avoid it.
Nazarethyan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ross Buchanan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Buchanan misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Buchanan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nazarethyan can pounce on him.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Decent striking displayed by Buchanan there.
Buchanan thuds his shin into the meat of Nazarethyan's side.
Nazarethyan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Buchanan.
Nazarethyan follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buchanan misses with the combination.
Buchanan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Buchanan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nazarethyan.
Buchanan throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Buchanan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nazarethyan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Buchanan throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Buchanan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Buchanan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Buchanan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Nazarethyan to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Buchanan loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Nice defenses there by Buchanan.
Buchanan just misses with a punch to the body.
Buchanan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
Buchanan throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Nice shot by Buchanan.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses.
Buchanan lands a lovely overhand right.
Buchanan misses with an uppercut
and Buchanan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nazarethyan lands a jab to the head.
A big left from Buchanan misses.
Buchanan scores with a kick to the midsection.
Nazarethyan throws a wild body kick that Buchanan sees coming a mile off.
Decent striking displayed by Nazarethyan there.
Buchanan tries to bum rush Nazarethyan with a series of wild strikes but Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A big right from Buchanan misses.
Nazarethyan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Buchanan's calf.
Buchanan is looking to land body kicks.
Nazarethyan blocks a head kick by Buchanan.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the body kick.#T3#
Nazarethyan dips to his left and cracks Buchanan with an uppercut!
Nazarethyan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Buchanan under the eye.
Buchanan fails to land with a series of punches.
Buchanan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nazarethyan.
Buchanan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Buchanan backing away here, and Nazarethyan unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Buchanan jabs Nazarethyan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nazarethyan blocks a head kick by Buchanan.
Nazarethyan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Buchanan throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buchanan blocks it well.
Nazarethyan throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan looks to land a right hand but Buchanan moved out of range.
Buchanan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Buchanan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Buchanan throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nazarethyan scores with a leg kick.
Buchanan misses with a body kick. #T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Buchanan.
Buchanan walks into a stiff left hand from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a push kick but Buchanan slaps the foot to one side.
Nazarethyan has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the body kick.
Nazarethyan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Buchanan throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Buchanan looks to throw the jab but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but Buchanan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan lands a jab to the nose.
Buchanan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Buchanan.
Buchanan missing with a left hand there. Nazarethyan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Buchanan takes one to the side of the head.
Buchanan walks into a left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses.
Nazarethyan is looking to score with low kicks.
Buchanan throws a head kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Buchanan misses with a body kick.
Nazarethyan throws the left hand but Buchanan avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ross Buchanan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Buchanan.
A little jabbing left from Nazarethyan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nazarethyan is looking to slow Buchanan down with leg kicks.
Buchanan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nazarethyan.
Ross Buchanan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Nazarethyan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nazarethyan tries a low kick but Buchanan avoids it.
Buchanan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Buchanan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Buchanan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Buchanan scores with a kick to the midsection.
Good work by Buchanan as he checks the leg kick.
Buchanan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Buchanan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Buchanan throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Buchanan cracks Nazarethyan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan throws out a powerful jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Some bone on bone action there as Buchanan checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jab from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nazarethyan looks to throw the jab but Buchanan is out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Nazarethyan might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Buchanan has got the better of the exchanges.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Buchanan.
Buchanan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Nazarethyan scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Buchanan tries to work over Nazarethyan's front leg with a kick but Nazarethyan checks it.
Buchanan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Buchanan works Nazarethyan's body with a nice hook.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Some wild striking there from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is looking to chop away at Buchanan's legs.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Buchanan.
Nazarethyan cracks Buchanan with an open hand slap.
A punch combination from Buchanan misses.
Nazarethyan steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Buchanan. Those never looked like landing.
Nazarethyan appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nazarethyan.
The fighters circling - Nazarethyan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Buchanan feints and then cracks Nazarethyan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nazarethyan down.
Buchanan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Buchanan misses.
Buchanan thuds his shin into the meat of Nazarethyan's side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buchanan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nazarethyan manages to avoid it.#T2#
Buchanan throws a right and a left that Nazarethyan avoids nicely.
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses.
Buchanan throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nazarethyan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Buchanan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Donk. Nazarethyan catches Buchanan right on the button with a cross.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Buchanan.
Buchanan blocks the body kick.
Nice body kick there by Nazarethyan.
Buchanan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Buchanan throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ross Buchanan is winning the standup battle so far.
Buchanan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nazarethyan has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Buchanan.
Buchanan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nazarethyan lands a jab to the nose.
A looping hook to the body misses from Buchanan. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but Buchanan moves out of range easily.
Buchanan is looking to counter punch.
Buchanan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Buchanan avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan. #T3#
Nazarethyan tries to score with a low kick but Buchanan moves his leg out of the way.
Buchanan throws a right hand that Nazarethyan ducks under and follows up with a left that Nazarethyan also avoids with ease.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick which misses Buchanan's front leg but catches the back leg as Buchanan tries to avoid it.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Buchanan.
A lazy left from Buchanan finds it's target.
Buchanan tries a low kick but Nazarethyan avoids it.
Buchanan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nazarethyans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nazarethyan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Buchanan looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Buchanan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Buchanan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nazarethyan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nazarethyan throws out a leg kick but Buchanan moves out of range and Nazarethyan only half commits.
Nazarethyan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but Buchanan avoids it easily.
Buchanan went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Buchanan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan throws a body kick that misses.
Buchanan throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buchanan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Buchanan appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Buchanan lands a slapping body shot.
Nazarethyan lands a glancing blow to the side of Buchanan's head.
Nazarethyan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan connects with the punch.
Buchanan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nazarethyan only half commits to the counter leg kick.
The fighters circling - Nazarethyan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Buchanan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Buchanan misses with a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Buchanan.
Buchanan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Nazarethyan's head.
Buchanan scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Buchanan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut. Buchanan saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan scores with a nice strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nazarethyan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Buchanan moves out of range of the body kick from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nazarethyan just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBuchanan.
Buchanan scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
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 Ross Buchanan will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Buchanan.
Buchanan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nazarethyan tried to score with a low kick but Buchanan checks it.
An inside leg kick from Nazarethyan misses.
Buchanan throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nazarethyan avoids it.
Buchanan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nazarethyan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Buchanan looks to land a body kick but Nazarethyan moved away.
Buchanan lands a head kick. Nazarethyan smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Buchanan scores with the left hand. Nazarethyan knows he should have avoided that one.
Buchanan throws a looping overhand right but Nazarethyan ducks down to avoid it.
Buchanan throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buchanan throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Buchanan misses with the body kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nazarethyan connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nazarethyan walks into a straight right hand from Buchanan.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Buchanan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nazarethyan misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Nazarethyan lands a slapping body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan tests Buchanan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sloppy strikes from Nazarethyan. Those never looked like landing.
Nazarethyan loads up on a big right hand but Buchanan slips the punch.
Nazarethyan thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Buchanan if he has to take too many more of those.
Buchanan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Buchanan moves out of range of the leg kick from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buchanan moves away.
Nazarethyan staying out of range there.
Buchanan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Buchanan.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Buchanan.
It seemed like Nazarethyan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nazarethyan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan throws a nice inside leg kick.
Buchanan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nazarethyan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nazarethyan takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Buchanan checks a leg kick.
Buchanan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Buchanan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Buchanan scores with a push kick.
Buchanan thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it
letting Nazarethyan counter with a right hand.
Nazarethyan moves out of range as Buchanan throws a body kick.
Nazarethyan was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but Buchanan blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Buchanan. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but Buchanan moves out of range.
Buchanan lands a high kick!
Nazarethyan dodges the punch combination from Buchanan.
Buchanan ducks under a wild hook from Nazarethyan.
Buchanan lands with a slapping head kick.
Buchanan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nazarethyan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nazarethyan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Buchanan checks it well. #T3#
Buchanan throws a head kick that misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a left to the body.
Buchanan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nazarethyan.
Buchanan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Nazarethyan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Buchanan throws a sloppy head kick
and Buchanan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nazarethyan tries to land a leg kick but Buchanan saw it coming and moves away.
Buchanan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nazarethyan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nazarethyan throws out a counter right but Buchanan avoids it with no problem.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick that misses.
It looked like Buchanan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Some bone on bone action there as Buchanan checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Nazarethyan lands a body shot.
Buchanan loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Ross Buchanan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Buchanan.
Buchanan moves out of range of the body kick.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Buchanan.
Nazarethyan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Buchanan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Buchanan slips under a jab from Nazarethyan.#T4#
Nazarethyan looks to throw the jab but Buchanan is out of range.
Buchanan throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Buchanan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nazarethyan.
Buchanan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nazarethyan misses the jab.
A head kick misses from Buchanan.
Buchanan throws a sloppy head kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a low kick, right behind Buchanan 's knee.
Buchanan looks to land a body kick but Nazarethyan moved away.
Nazarethyan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nazarethyan throws a shot from downtown. Buchanan moves away and avoids it.
Buchanan lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nazarethyan throws a jab when Buchanan was well out of range.
Nazarethyan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buchanan manages to avoid it.
Nazarethyan scores with the left hand. Buchanan knows he should have avoided that one.
Sloppy strikes from Buchanan. Those never looked like landing.
Nazarethyan throws out a counter right but Buchanan avoids it with no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Buchanan 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ross Buchanan!
Ross Buchanan thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Live 61
Date: Aug 15, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Szczęsny moves out of range.
Szczęsny definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Szczęsny really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick
and Szczęsny counters with a series of strikes. Nazarethyan will be more careful next time no doubt.
Nazarethyan loads up on a big right hand but Szczęsny slips the punch.
Nazarethyan throws a wild body kick that Szczęsny sees coming a mile off.
Nazarethyan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Nazarethyan throws an off balance right hand
and Szczęsny counters with a nice body kick.
Szczęsny scores with a hook to the body. Nazarethyan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Szczęsny avoids the body shot from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan looks for the body kick but Szczęsny saw that one coming.
A solid body kick from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Szczęsny tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nazarethyan manages to circle out of the way.
Nazarethyan is looking to chop away at Szczęsny's legs.
Nazarethyan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Szczęsny sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Szczęsny tries to score with a low kick but Nazarethyan moves his leg out of the way.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Szczęsny counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Szczęsny. #T1#
Szczęsny staying out of range there.
Szczęsny throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nazarethyan avoids it.
Nazarethyan drops his hands momentarily and Szczęsny takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nazarethyan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nazarethyan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan throws out a leg kick but Szczęsny moves out of range and Nazarethyan only half commits.
Szczęsny throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nazarethyan avoids it.
A head kick by Nazarethyan misses
and Nazarethyan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Szczęsny staying out of range there.
Szczęsny half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild body shot.
Szczęsny throwing a counter right hand but Nazarethyan manages to avoid it.
Szczęsny is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Szczęsny scores with a jab to the head.
Nazarethyan blocks the body kick.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Szczęsny gets a clinch.
Nazarethyan is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Szczęsny throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Szczęsny stalls.
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!#BC#
Szczęsny breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Szczęsny counters with a straight right hand.
Szczęsny throws a head kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Szczęsny throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Szczęsny tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nazarethyan goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nazarethyan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Szczęsny counters with a left and a right that stings Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nazarethyan motions for Szczęsny to come forward. Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild body shot.
Szczęsny connects with a solid leg kick.
Szczęsny fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Szczęsny connects with a leg kick. Nazarethyan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nazarethyan has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T3#
Szczęsny tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nazarethyan swivels and escapes.
Nazarethyan throws out a counter right but Szczęsny avoids it with no problem.
Nazarethyan throws a push kick but Szczęsny slaps the foot to one side.
Szczęsny connects with a single shot there.
Nazarethyan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a wild body kick that Szczęsny sees coming a mile off.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook
and Szczęsny makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Szczęsny showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nazarethyan.
A low kick from Nazarethyan is predictable there
and Szczęsny counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazarethyan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Szczęsny counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Szczęsny checks a leg kick.
Szczęsny is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Szczęsny fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
An inside leg kick lands from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Szczęsny dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nazarethyan. That did some damage!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Szczęsny connects with a solid leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Szczęsny on the side of the head.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up but Nazarethyan circles away and keeps his distance.
Nazarethyan misses with a looping left.
Nazarethyan scores with a leg kick.
Szczęsny lands a jab.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny wants to land a leg kick but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Szczęsny.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A chopping leg kick lands by Nazarethyan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Szczęsny dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan throws a low kick, looking for Szczęsny's leg but Szczęsny calmly moves out of range.
Nazarethyan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Szczęsny bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Nazarethyan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Szczęsny was well out of range. Poor timing from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny throws a quick counter head kick but Nazarethyan was just out of range.
Szczęsny feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nazarethyan's calf.
Szczęsny throws a sloppy head kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazarethyan misses with a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Szczęsny. Szczęsny obviously looking to wear him down.
Nazarethyan takes one on the button.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut.
A combination from Szczęsny does no damage.
Nazarethyan thows a leg kick but Szczęsny checks it
and Szczęsny counters with a body kick.
A big left from Nazarethyan misses.
Szczęsny lands with a hook. Nazarethyan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Nazarethyan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Szczęsny bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nazarethyan's head backwards.
Szczęsny has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan 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.
Szczęsny tests Nazarethyan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nazarethyan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nazarethyan missing with a left hand there. Szczęsny was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Szczęsny throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Szczęsny ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nazarethyan throws a jab but it's blocked by Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Szczęsny pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Szczęsny throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nazarethyan walks into a jab.#T2#
Szczęsny fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny scores with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nazarethyan fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Szczęsny wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Szczęsny misses with a low kick.
Szczęsny misses with a hook. Nazarethyan ducked under it nicely.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up.
Nazarethyan takes one to the side of the head.
Szczęsny throws a quick inside leg kick.
Szczęsny tries a low kick but Nazarethyan avoids it.
Nazarethyan tries to bum rush Szczęsny with a series of wild strikes but Szczęsny uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nazarethyan checks a low kick from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan throws out a counter right but Szczęsny avoids it with no problem.
Szczęsny takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Szczęsny tries to clinch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick but Nazarethyan sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Szczęsny scores with a decent looking hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the side of Szczęsny's head but Szczęsny sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nazarethyan tries to move into range but Szczęsny moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Nazarethyan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Szczęsny manages to avoid it.
It looked like Szczęsny was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A lazy body kick from Nazarethyan
and Szczęsny connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Szczęsny throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Szczęsny cracks the inside of Nazarethyan's front leg.
Horrible takedown attempt by Szczęsny or perhaps it was just good defense by Nazarethyan, which made it look bad.
Szczęsny wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Szczęsny throws a leg kick
and Nazarethyan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nazarethyan takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan throws a jab but it's blocked by Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Szczęsny throws a right and a left that Nazarethyan avoids nicely.
Good leg kick by Nazarethyan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Szczęsny bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but Szczęsny blocks it.
Szczęsny with a hook.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
A big right from Nazarethyan misses.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Szczęsny connects with a looping right hand.
Szczęsny digs a good hook to Nazarethyan's body.
Nazarethyan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Szczęsny cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Szczęsny dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Szczęsny throws a hook but Nazarethyan avoids it easily.
Szczęsny thumps Nazarethyan with a low kick.
Nazarethyan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Szczęsny scores with a jab.
Nazarethyan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Szczęsny digs a good hook to Nazarethyan's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Szczęsny. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Szczęsny's calf.
Szczęsny fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Szczęsny lands a nice looking body shot.
Nazarethyan tries to work over Szczęsny's front leg with a kick but Szczęsny checks it.
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that both miss.
A quick step to the side and Szczęsny tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body kick there by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Szczęsny.#T1#
Nazarethyan throws a big shot that misses.
Szczęsny swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Szczęsny lands a leg kick that knocks Nazarethyan off balance momentarily.
Szczęsny ducks under a wild hook from Nazarethyan.
A head kick from Szczęsny lands but Nazarethyan takes it in his stride.
Szczęsny looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.
Szczęsny lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nazarethyan misses with a left hand
and Szczęsny counters with a body kick.
Nazarethyan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Szczęsny wants to clinch up but Nazarethyan keeps it at a distance.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Szczęsny sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but Szczęsny moves out of range.
A cross from Szczęsny lands.
Nazarethyan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Szczęsny lands an overhand right.
Szczęsny lands a glancing blow to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan scores with a leg kick.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A leg kick checked by Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Szczęsny uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny misses with a body kick.
Szczęsny stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nazarethyan attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Good standup being displayed there by Szczęsny as he connects with a hook.
Szczęsny throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Szczęsny misses the target.#T3#
Szczęsny lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL#
Szczęsny rushes Nazarethyan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Szczęsny looking to slow down the pace here.
Szczęsny gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Nazarethyan on the inside.
Nazarethyan tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nazarethyan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Szczęsny blocks a body shot from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny is looking to control Nazarethyan's arms but Nazarethyan gets an underhook and turns him. Now Szczęsny has his back to the cage.
Szczęsny lands an elbow inside that Nazarethyan shrugs off.
Nazarethyan has had enough of the clinch but Szczęsny keeps him there for the moment.
Nazarethyan has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny slowing the pace effectively.
Nazarethyan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nazarethyan misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Szczęsny has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny misses with the combination.
A thudding body kick lands there by Szczęsny!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Szczęsny lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nazarethyan throws an off balance right hand
letting Szczęsny counter with a right hand.
Victor Szczęsny is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A slapping leg kick lands for Szczęsny.
Szczęsny thumps Nazarethyan with a low kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Szczęsny!
Nazarethyan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nazarethyan throws a jab but it's blocked by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body kick there by Szczęsny.

And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Szczęsny showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Szczęsny 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Szczęsny!
A determined Victor Szczęsny didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
In defeat, Suren Nazarethyan stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Live 59
Date: Jul 25, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan scores with a push kick.
Chernishev throws a lazy right hand but Nazarethyan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nazarethyan lands with a nice body kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Chernishev is defended easily by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chernishev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nazarethyan drops his hands momentarily and Chernishev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chernishev looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.
A nice side step and Nazarethyan releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nazarethyan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chernishev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernishev blocks a jab.
Chernishev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nazarethyan.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chernishev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Nazarethyan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nazarethyan takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nazarethyan misses with a straight left.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nazarethyan.
Chernishev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Left hook, right uppercut from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan takes one to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan lands with a straight right. Chernishev didn't see that one coming.
Chernishev shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Chernishev throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Chernishev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Chernishev steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Nazarethyan. That one must have hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chernishev throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Chernishev lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T2#
Chernishev lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A left lands for Chernishev.#TD#
Chernishev changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nazarethyan looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Chernishev creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Nazarethyan sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Nazarethyan tries to escape but Chernishev is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chernishev wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nazarethyan keeps working.
The ground and pound from Chernishev seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Chernishev working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Chernishev taking a breather here.
Nazarethyan is not content to let Chernishev control the position. #T3#
Chernishev throws an elbow but Nazarethyan slips to the side and avoids it well.
Chernishev will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Chernishev working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Nazarethyan is not content to let Chernishev control the position.
Nazarethyan tries to bench press Chernishev off him but Chernishev keeps the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nazarethyan being controlled for a moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nazarethyan lands with a hook. Chernishev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Chernishev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chernishev connects with a leg kick. Nazarethyan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Chernishev tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chernishev misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from Nazarethyan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Chernishev's corner calls for a 1-2. Chernishev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Chernishev scores with a body shot.
Chernishev lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Chernishev dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chernishev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nazarethyan on the side of the head.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the side of Chernishev's head but Chernishev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chernishev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nazarethyan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nazarethyan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nazarethyan staying out of range there.
Chernishev scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Some bone on bone action there as Chernishev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Chernishev lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Nazarethyan stuns Chernishev with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD#
Chernishev closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chernishev is pressing down on Nazarethyan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nazarethyan is holding on for now.
Chernishev not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Chernishev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nazarethyan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chernishev in particular looking to stall.
Nazarethyan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Chernishev throws a big right hand that misses.
Chernishev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nazarethyan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chernishev controlling from the top position.
Chernishev throwing strikes but missing.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Chernishev wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nazarethyan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nazarethyan lands a nice hook to Chernishev's body. Chernishev takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nazarethyan connects with a jab.
Jab by Chernishev.
Nazarethyan throws a wild body kick that Chernishev sees coming a mile off.
Chernishev drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Chernishev throws a looping overhand right but Nazarethyan ducks down to avoid it.
Chernishev shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nazarethyan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazarethyan looks for the body kick but Chernishev saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Chernishev.#TD#
Chernishev closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Chernishev looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Nazarethyan is avoiding damage well.
Sloppy strikes there by Chernishev.
The strikes coming from Chernishev are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Chernishev throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Chernishev is looking to take a break and control but Nazarethyan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chernishev in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Chernishev throws a strike aimed at the side of Nazarethyan's head but Nazarethyan avoids it well.#T4#
An elbow from Chernishev crashes against the mat.
Chernishev lands a decent elbow from side control.
Chernishev sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Nazarethyan is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Chernishev content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Nazarethyan dodges the ground and pound from Chernishev.
Nazarethyan defending against the ground and pound.
Nazarethyan is not content to let Chernishev control the position.
Nazarethyan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chernishev's best efforts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Chernishev dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan throws a big shot that misses.
Nazarethyan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Chernishev lands a jab to the nose.
Chernishev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chernishev throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Nazarethyan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nazarethyan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nazarethyan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nazarethyan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Chernishev tried to score with a low kick but Nazarethyan checks it.
Nazarethyan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Chernishev turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick that misses.
Nazarethyan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chernishev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Nazarethyan tries to work over Chernishev's front leg with a kick but Chernishev checks it.
Chernishev throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Nazarethyan counters with a slapping leg kick.
Chernishev needs to keep his hands up - Nazarethyan had a free shot at his head there.
Chernishev throws a leg kick that misses.
Chernishev walks into a stiff left hand from Nazarethyan.
Chernishev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Chernishev ducked under it nicely.
Nazarethyan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jab, jab by Chernishev - just one landing.
Some wild striking there from Chernishev.
Chernishev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan misses with a straight left.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sergey Chernishev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chernishev paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice inside leg kick there by Nazarethyan. That's going to slow Chernishev down.
Chernishev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nazarethyan tries a low kick but Chernishev avoids it.
Chernishev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
The fighters circle momentarily. Chernishev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Chernishev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazarethyan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chernishev moves out of range as Nazarethyan strikes.#TD#
Chernishev scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Chernishev not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Chernishev controlling the pace.
Nazarethyan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sergey Chernishev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chernishev trying to control from half guard but Nazarethyan is working away. #T3#
Nazarethyan trying to control here.
Chernishev trying to control from half guard but Nazarethyan is working away.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Chernishev perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A punch combination from Chernishev misses.
Nazarethyan tries to land a leg kick but Chernishev saw it coming and moves away.
Nazarethyan connects with a looping right hand.
Nazarethyan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #TD#
Chernishev looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T4#
Chernishev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chernishev trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nazarethyan has momentary wrist control but Chernishev slips an elbow through the middle.
Chernishev trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chernishev postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Chernishev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chernishev 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Chernishev!
Sergey Chernishev decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Suren Nazarethyan stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 296
Date: Jul 07, 2018

#R1#
Elkemenchi slips under a jab.
Elkemenchi tests Nazarethyan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Elkemenchi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Elkemenchi closes the distance and pushes Nazarethyan back into the cage.
Nazarethyan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nazarethyan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Elkemenchi managing to block the knees to the body from Nazarethyan. #TD#
Elkemenchi jumps guard and drags Nazarethyan to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Elkemenchi has Nazarethyan pulled in close to control his posture.
Elkemenchi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Elkemenchi 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elkemenchi wants to hit a switch here but Nazarethyan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Elkemenchi there! #T1#
Elkemenchi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nazarethyan controlling from mount.
Elkemenchi tries to hold on but Nazarethyan postures up.
Elkemenchi tries to reverse the position but Nazarethyan maintains control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Elkemenchi regains half guard.
Elkemenchi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Elkemenchi trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Elkemenchi is positioning himself well to prevent Nazarethyan advancing to mount.
Well, if Nazarethyan is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T3#
Nazarethyan is trying to control the action in half guard but Elkemenchi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nazarethyan is thwarting Elkemenchi's attempts to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Elkemenchi misses with a body shot.
Elkemenchi takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan misses the shot to the body.
Elkemenchi defending well as Nazarethyan loads up on a big left hand.
Elkemenchi punishes Nazarethyan's body with a nice straight punch.
Evgeni Elkemenchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the side of Elkemenchi's head but Elkemenchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Elkemenchi dives in for a single leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nazarethyan is looking for the big counter here.
Elkemenchi dives in for a single leg takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nazarethyan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Elkemenchi misses with a wild body shot.
Elkemenchi misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the leg kick from Elkemenchi.
Nazarethyan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Elkemenchi misses with a takedown
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evgeni Elkemenchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Elkemenchi closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Elkemenchi trying to control from half guard but Nazarethyan is working away.
Elkemenchi stalling away here and it's allowed Nazarethyan to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Elkemenchi is looking to advance position but Nazarethyan has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Elkemenchi swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Elkemenchi takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Elkemenchi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nazarethyan pinned against the cage. Nazarethyan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Elkemenchi takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Elkemenchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nazarethyan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nazarethyan.
Elkemenchi throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Elkemenchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Elkemenchi throws a one two combo.
Nazarethyan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice shot by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Nazarethyan swats away the attempt to clinch by Elkemenchi.
Elkemenchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Elkemenchi slips a jab from Nazarethyan.
Elkemenchi checks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Elkemenchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Elkemenchi shoots in and drives through. Nazarethyan sprawls well.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Elkemenchi is defended easily by Nazarethyan.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evgeni Elkemenchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Elkemenchi takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Elkemenchi if he has to take too many more of those.
Nazarethyan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazarethyan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Elkemenchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Elkemenchi feinted with a counter takedown.
Nazarethyan throws a body shot but no joy.
Elkemenchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Nazarethyan circles away. #T2#
Elkemenchi throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Nazarethyan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big left from Nazarethyan misses.
Elkemenchi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Elkemenchi wants to clinch up but Nazarethyan keeps it at a distance.
Elkemenchi tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Elkemenchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nazarethyan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nazarethyan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Elkemenchi. That did some damage!
Elkemenchi wants to clinch.
Nazarethyan blocks a leg kick.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Elkemenchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Elkemenchi.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the side of Elkemenchi's head but Elkemenchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nazarethyan scores with a head kick. Elkemenchi tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#
It looks like Evgeni Elkemenchi has been cut.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Elkemenchi, right into the meat. #T3#
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nazarethyan jabs Elkemenchi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nazarethyan throws out a leg kick but Elkemenchi moves out of range and Nazarethyan only half commits.
Elkemenchi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Elkemenchi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Elkemenchi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab.#CL#
Elkemenchi clinches up against the cage.
Elkemenchi blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan scores with a shot to the side of Elkemenchi's head.
Nazarethyan wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Elkemenchi has him pressed against the cage.
Elkemenchi blocks the elbow strike.
Nazarethyan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Elkemenchi avoids it.
Elkemenchi tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nazarethyan misses with an elbow over the top.
Nazarethyan pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T4#
Nazarethyan cracks Elkemenchi with a nice body shot.#BC#
Elkemenchi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Elkemenchi moves out of range of the body kick from Nazarethyan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Elkemenchi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Elkemenchi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Elkemenchi trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Elkemenchi looking to pass the guard.
Elkemenchi pushing down on Nazarethyan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Elkemenchi lands with a punch from half guard.
Nazarethyan wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Evgeni Elkemenchi's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
A combination from Elkemenchi does no damage. #TD#
Elkemenchi feints and as Nazarethyan raises his hands in defense, Elkemenchi changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Elkemenchi trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Elkemenchi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nazarethyan is keeping the position for now.
Elkemenchi slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elkemenchi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Elkemenchi is pushing down on Nazarethyan's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nazarethyan is fighting to maintain full guard but Elkemenchi has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Elkemenchi trying to mount his opponent but Nazarethyan defends it.
Elkemenchi throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Nazarethyan to regain full guard.
Elkemenchi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Elkemenchi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Elkemenchi postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Nazarethyan is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Elkemenchi, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Elkemenchi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Nazarethyan won't allow Elkemenchi to sweep him here.
Elkemenchi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Elkemenchi advances to half guard.
Elkemenchi with the ground and pound but Nazarethyan uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Elkemenchi trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Elkemenchi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nazarethyan is keeping the position for now.
Evgeni Elkemenchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Elkemenchi is working hard here to advance position.
Elkemenchi stays in close to Nazarethyan's body and controls the position.
Elkemenchi wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nazarethyan.#TD#
Elkemenchi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Elkemenchi looking to pass the guard.
Elkemenchi postures up in Nazarethyan's guard and throws a big left but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Elkemenchi trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Elkemenchi throws a big elbow that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evgeni Elkemenchi showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nazarethyan has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
Suren Nazarethyan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 227
Date: Jun 20, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Szczęsny counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Szczęsny lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Szczęsny throws a big shot that misses.
Nazarethyan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Szczęsny looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nazarethyan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Szczęsny dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazarethyan misses with a shot to the body
and Szczęsny counters with a thumping low kick.
Szczęsny connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Szczęsny throws a head kick that Nazarethyan semi-blocks.
Szczęsny looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Szczęsny blocks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a nice looking combination but Szczęsny bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Szczęsny sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Szczęsny jabs Nazarethyan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Nazarethyan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Szczęsny moves out of range as Nazarethyan strikes.
Szczęsny steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan tests Szczęsny's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Szczęsny throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan throws a body shot but no joy.
Szczęsny thumps Nazarethyan with a low kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Nazarethyan, right into the meat.
A big left from Nazarethyan misses.
Szczęsny is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Nazarethyan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Szczęsny lunges at Nazarethyan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nazarethyan's hand.
Szczęsny lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Szczęsny misses the shot to the body.
Szczęsny lands a jab to the nose.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy body shot
and Szczęsny counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Szczęsny chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nazarethyan can pounce on him.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy body kick
and Szczęsny counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nazarethyan thinking. #T2#
Szczęsny attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan with a hook.
Szczęsny finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nazarethyan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nazarethyan looks to throw a body kick
and Szczęsny counters with an outside leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick that misses. #CL2#
Szczęsny has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nazarethyan comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#
It looks like Victor Szczęsny has been cut.
The referee calls for Szczęsny to work.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Szczęsny stalling in the clinch but Nazarethyan improves position.
Nazarethyan misses with the head strike.
A bit of stalling here from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan misses with the head strike.
Szczęsny trying to stall but Nazarethyan improves his position.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Victor Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan throws a shot from downtown. Szczęsny moves away and avoids it.
Szczęsny shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nazarethyan as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Szczęsny throws a big shot that misses.
Szczęsny walks into a jab.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick that misses.
A low kick from Nazarethyan misses
and Nazarethyan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nazarethyan misses the jab.
Szczęsny misses with a hook
and Nazarethyan counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Nazarethyan scores with a leg kick.
Good work by Szczęsny as he checks the leg kick.
Nazarethyan 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.
Szczęsny with a hook.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Szczęsny sees it coming and moves out of range.
Szczęsny appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nazarethyan blocks a head kick by Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan fires out a quick counter leg kick but Szczęsny just manages to avoid it.
Nazarethyan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Szczęsny was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4#
Szczęsny uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Szczęsny connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan blocks a low kick nicely.
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Szczęsny counters with a good low kick that Nazarethyan was not able to check.
Szczęsny checks the leg kick.
Szczęsny's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nazarethyan under the eye.
Szczęsny digs a good body shot into Nazarethyan's ribs.
Nazarethyan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Szczęsny checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny avoids a kick to the body.
Szczęsny lands a jab-cross combination.
Szczęsny fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Szczęsny darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Szczęsny dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Victor Szczęsny's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Szczęsny moves out of range.
A slow jab from Szczęsny misses its intended target.
Szczęsny fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Szczęsny moves out of range as Nazarethyan strikes.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut. Szczęsny saw that one coming.
Victor Szczęsny seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Szczęsny fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nazarethyan checks the leg kick.
Szczęsny misses with a body kick.
Szczęsny has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Szczęsny checks it.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan looks to land a body kick but Szczęsny moved away.
A leg kick checked by Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan is looking to land body kicks.
Nazarethyan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nazarethyan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Szczęsny attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nazarethyan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Good work by Szczęsny as he checks the leg kick.
Szczęsny is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Szczęsny throws out a powerful jab.
Szczęsny misses with the combination.
Szczęsny throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Szczęsny scores with a hook.
Szczęsny misses with a body kick.
Szczęsny on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Szczęsny blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but Szczęsny avoids it easily.
Szczęsny lands a head kick!
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Nazarethyan throws a quick inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan throws a poor cross that misses
and Szczęsny counters with an inside leg kick.
Nazarethyan scores with a jab to the jaw.
Szczęsny plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Szczęsny throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Szczęsny throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Szczęsny lands a high kick!
Nazarethyan scores with a crisp jab that stopped Szczęsny in his tracks.
Nazarethyan misses with a body punch
and Szczęsny counters with a good low kick that Nazarethyan was not able to check.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
That kick from Nazarethyan tenderised Szczęsny's leg. Szczęsny is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that misses
and Szczęsny counters with a solid body kick.
Nazarethyan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Szczęsny. That did some damage!
Szczęsny looks to land a left hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the leg kick from Szczęsny.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Szczęsny, right into the meat.
Szczęsny is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nazarethyan swings widly with a right hand
and Szczęsny connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nazarethyan sizes up Szczęsny with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Szczęsny can pounce on him.
Nazarethyan looks to land a body kick but Szczęsny moved away.
Nazarethyan lands with a good body shot.
Nazarethyan throws a low kick but Szczęsny moves out of range easily.
Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazarethyan misses with a leg kick
and Szczęsny counters with a stiff right hand.
Szczęsny uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy right hand but Szczęsny sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Szczęsny throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Szczęsny blocks the body kick. #T4#
Szczęsny throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nazarethyan looks to land a body kick but Szczęsny moved away.
Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny throws out a counter right but Nazarethyan avoids it with no problem.
Szczęsny misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Szczęsny throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a shot from downtown. Szczęsny moves away and avoids it.
Nazarethyan tries to score with a low kick but Szczęsny moves his leg out of the way.
Szczęsny is trying to counter with his kicks.
Szczęsny staying out of range there.
Szczęsny will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nazarethyan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for Szczęsny on that attempt.
Nazarethyan tried to counter with a leg kick but Szczęsny avoided it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Szczęsny.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Victor Szczęsny will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Victor Szczęsny's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice jab there from Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Szczęsny displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nazarethyan throws out the jab.
Szczęsny looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Szczęsny.
Nazarethyan takes a swing at Szczęsny's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Szczęsny throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Szczęsny connects with a solid leg kick.
Szczęsny throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Szczęsny throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nazarethyan avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but Szczęsny moves out of range.
Szczęsny thows a left - swing and a miss!
A quick step to the side and Nazarethyan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Szczęsny tries a quick counter leg kick but Nazarethyan is wise to it.
Szczęsny slips a straight right by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a push kick but Szczęsny slaps the foot to one side.
Nazarethyan wants to land a leg kick but Szczęsny is out of range.
Szczęsny slips under a jab.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nazarethyan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nazarethyan is looking to score with low kicks.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Szczęsny slips under a jab.
Szczęsny throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Nazarethyan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nazarethyan throws a push kick but Szczęsny slaps the foot to one side.
Nazarethyan looks to land a left hand but Szczęsny moved out of range nicely.
Nazarethyan throws a looping overhand right but Szczęsny ducks down to avoid it.
Szczęsny raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Szczęsny slips a straight right by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan tried to score with a low kick but Szczęsny checks it.
It seemed like Szczęsny was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Szczęsny is looking to score with low kicks.
Nazarethyan is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Szczęsny's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Szczęsny fails in his attempt to clinch.
Szczęsny jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Szczęsny misses with a low kick.
Szczęsny jabs at Nazarethyan's body.
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!
Szczęsny checks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan fails to land with a series of punches. #T3#
Szczęsny lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a wild body kick that Szczęsny sees coming a mile off.
Szczęsny takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Szczęsny throws a quick inside leg kick.
Szczęsny feints and then cracks Nazarethyan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nazarethyan down.
Nazarethyan misses with an uppercut. Szczęsny saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan swings widly with a right hand
and Szczęsny counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nazarethyan's knee momentarily.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Szczęsny checks the leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a hook but Szczęsny blocks it.
It seemed like Szczęsny was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That kick from Szczęsny tenderised Nazarethyan's leg. Nazarethyan is trying to keep his angry face on.
Szczęsny lands with a slapping head kick.
Szczęsny fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nazarethyan.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Szczęsny blocks a jab.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy head kick
and Szczęsny counters with a thumping low kick.
Nazarethyan lands with a right hand.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nazarethyan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nazarethyan.
Victor Szczęsny is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A cross from Szczęsny lands.
Szczęsny takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Szczęsny goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nazarethyan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Szczęsnys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Szczęsny lunges at Nazarethyan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nazarethyan's hand.
Nazarethyan misses with a right hand
and Szczęsny counters with a left and a right that stings Nazarethyan.
Szczęsny is looking to slow Nazarethyan down with leg kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Szczęsny comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Szczęsny winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Szczęsny!
A determined Victor Szczęsny didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 292
Date: Jun 09, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nazarethyan throws a jab but it's blocked by Tonga.
Tonga is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nazarethyan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nazarethyan walks into a left hand. #TD#
Tonga throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nazarethyan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tonga is in Nazarethyan's guard.
Tonga prevents Nazarethyan from getting back to his feet.
Tonga throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Tonga drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Nazarethyan manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tonga has Nazarethyan in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Tonga is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nazarethyan defends well.
Tonga is trying to keep Nazarethyan in close. #T1##SUB#
Tonga looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nazarethyan passes into half guard. #SUB#
Tonga looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Tonga looking for subs from the bottom but Nazarethyan mounts him!
Tonga really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
Tonga sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Tonga is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nazarethyan pulls his head out easily.
Tonga is trying to maintain the position but Nazarethyan is very close to passing his half guard.
Tonga is trying to control but Nazarethyan manages to pass to mount!
Tonga can't escape the position.
Tonga is squirming around, avoiding Nazarethyan's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Tonga tries to reverse the position but Nazarethyan maintains control.
Tonga tries to control the position but Nazarethyan now has his back.
Tonga rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nazarethyan in particular looking to stall.
Nazarethyan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tonga does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tonga is trying to control but can't.
Tonga is looking to escape.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nazarethyan is thwarting Tonga's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Nazarethyan trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Tonga looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Tonga is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nazarethyan pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tonga is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB#
Tonga actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Nazarethyan. No joy for Tonga on that attempt.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Tonga gets a takedown into half guard.
Tonga throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Nazarethyan to regain full guard.
Tonga looking to sit in guard and control but Nazarethyan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Tonga looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nazarethyan passes into half guard. #SUB#
Tonga is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nazarethyan pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonga wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Suren Nazarethyan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tonga is trying to get back to full guard.
Tonga holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Tonga looking for submissions off his back.
Tonga missing with punches from the bottom.
Tonga tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Nazarethyan has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tonga wants to control but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Tonga is trying to escape the mount.
Tonga wants to get back to his feet.
Tonga is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Tonga is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've been informed that Nazarethyan has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Tonga wants to hold on but Nazarethyan pushes him away.
Tonga slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tonga is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Tonga flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Tonga moves into full guard.
Tonga is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Tonga has his foot on Nazarethyan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nazarethyan works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Tonga has an active guard here but Nazarethyan has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB#
Tonga looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tonga looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Tonga closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Nazarethyan quickly recovers to half guard.
Tonga throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Tonga is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Tonga seems to be working for a kimura but Nazarethyan defends the submission attempt.
Nazarethyan trying to control but Tonga postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonga is looking to stall here but Nazarethyan recovers full guard. #T1#
Tonga content to stall in guard here.
Tonga looking to sit in guard and control but Nazarethyan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Tonga looking for subs off his back but Nazarethyan has passed one foot through into half guard. #ES#
Tonga has one foot on Nazarethyan's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Kukulcan Tonga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Nazarethyan. That's going to slow Tonga down.
Nazarethyan walks into a straight right hand from Tonga.
Tonga lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nazarethyan at a distance.
A big left from Nazarethyan misses.
Tonga swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tonga displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nazarethyan throws out the jab.
Tonga swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nazarethyan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazarethyan with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tonga connects with the punch.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Tonga.
Nazarethyan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tonga shoots in but Nazarethyan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nazarethyan looks to throw the jab but Tonga is out of range. #T3#
Tonga misses with a body kick.
Tonga uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nazarethyan.
A big right from Nazarethyan misses.
Tonga jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tonga moves out of range of the body kick from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD#
Tonga shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tonga prevents Nazarethyan from standing back up.
Tonga is looking to take a break and control but Nazarethyan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Tonga is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nazarethyan is just riding it out for now. Tonga eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Nazarethyan manages to get to full guard.
Tonga cracks Nazarethyan with a solid left hand.
Tonga is looking to work some ground and pound but Nazarethyan has wrist control.
Tonga lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kukulcan Tonga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nazarethyan 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
A determined Suren Nazarethyan didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: CEFC Fight Night 225
Date: May 31, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan misses with a jab to the body
letting Brown counter with a right hand.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Brown moves out of range.
As Nazarethyan backs off Brown throws a huge counter combo but Nazarethyan manages to avoid it all.
Nazarethyan pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Brown back to the cage. Nazarethyan follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Nazarethyan throws a series of punches but Brown avoids them all with ease.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brown looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nazarethyan went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses. #TD2#
Brown drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brown working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Brown scoring with punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown in side control lands a decent elbow.
Brown in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nazarethyan's coaches at Cozad MMA Montreal have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Brown prevents Nazarethyan from escaping the position.
Brown wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nazarethyan keeps working. #T1#
Nazarethyan parries the strikes from Brown easily there. Brown is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Nazarethyan to escape.
Nazarethyan is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Nazarethyan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brown wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Brown has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nazarethyan is trying to buck Brown off.
Brown lands a nice forearm strike.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Brown slows the pace down.
Brown tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Brown lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Brown looking to control but instead Nazarethyan has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Nazarethyan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Brown is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.#T2#
Brown stopping the sweep attempt from Nazarethyan.
Brown throwing strikes from guard but Nazarethyan blocks nicely.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nazarethyan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nazarethyan has momentary wrist control but Brown slips an elbow through the middle.
Brown working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Brown is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brown trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Brown lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Brown throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nazarethyan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Brown scoring with some ground and pound.
Brown lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Brown throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nazarethyan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Brown working some strikes from top position.
Brown connects with a couple of short punches.
Brown passes Nazarethyan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Brown working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Brown is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nazarethyan sees it coming and defends easily.
Brown is nestled in close to Nazarethyan, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Brown is just content to waste time from the top position. Nazarethyan takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown cracks Nazarethyan with a solid left hand.
Nazarethyan trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Brown lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Brown passes Nazarethyan's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Brown passes to full mount!
Brown is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Nazarethyan can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Nazarethyan is looking to get to half guard.
Brown lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Nazarethyan hang on?
Brown with the ground and pound from mount.
Brown trying to control but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Brown working Nazarethyan over with strikes here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brown is landing with some decent strikes but Nazarethyan is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Brown scoring with strikes but Nazarethyan is staying in there. #ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Brown controlling from mount.
Brown with a couple of short strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Brown dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Brown shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Brown showed some decent athleticism there.
Brown is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nazarethyan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Brown thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nazarethyan's head.
Brown has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nazarethyan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Brown works over Nazarethyan with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nazarethyan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Brown scoring with some ground and pound.
Brown cracks Nazarethyan with a solid left hand.
Nazarethyan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Brown makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1#
Brown cracks Nazarethyan with a solid left hand.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Brown's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Brown throwing strikes but missing.
Brown works over Nazarethyan with some ground and pound from guard.
Brown chips away with some ground and pound.
Brown throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown controls from within his opponent's guard.
Brown missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Brown lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Brown with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nazarethyan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Brown.
Brown is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown won't allow Nazarethyan to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A combination from Brown does no damage. #TD2#
Brown shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nazarethyan's guard.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Brown is controlling the position.
Brown wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving. #T3#
Brown working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Nazarethyan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brown is one step ahead there.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown throwing strikes from guard but Nazarethyan blocks nicely. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brown.
Brown avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a body punch but Brown moves out of range.
Brown is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brown. #TD2#
Brown dives in and scores a takedown into Nazarethyan's guard.
Brown working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Brown works over Nazarethyan with some ground and pound from guard.
Brown postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Brown wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Brown working some strikes from top position.
Nazarethyan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brown's guard. #REVR#
Brown trying to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Let's hope that Brown has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Brown showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Brown counters with a lovely shot to the body.#TD2#
Brown looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Brown sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brown is in close to Nazarethyan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Brown throws a big right hand that misses.
Brown postures up.
Brown content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan wants to stand and escape but Brown is having none of it.
Nazarethyan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brown controls the pace.
Brown connects with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Brown lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Brown is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Brown not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nazarethyan looking to control.
Brown postures up in Nazarethyan's guard and throws a big left but Nazarethyan blocks it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Nazarethyan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brown controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Brown swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Brown throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brown lands with a straight right. Nazarethyan didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Brown drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Brown in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Brown lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
Nazarethyan taking a bit of punishment here - Brown scoring with strikes.
Oh Nazarethyan is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Brown passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Nazarethyan!
Brown cracks Nazarethyan with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Brown looking to finish Nazarethyan with some ground and pound. This is bad for Nazarethyan!
John Brown has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan working to try and regain half guard.
Brown connects with a bit shot that sees Nazarethyan covering up! More strikes from Brown and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Brown is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Brown!
In his post fight interview, John Brown gave a big smile as he said 'I Hear Vasili Komaroff Bitching About Not Getting The Vacant Title Shot. Well Fight Me, Me And You Money Fight. Hear Your Top Dog Of The Lightweight Divsion Bitch Please Im Taking Over. MAIN EVENT FIGHT BITCH '.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 224
Date: May 10, 2018

#R1##CL#
Anderson takes the fight into the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nazarethyan just misses with a elbow thrown towards Anderson's brow. #BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Nazarethyan clinches up with Anderson and pushes him back against the cage.
The referee calls for Nazarethyan to work.
Still in the clinch, Anderson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nazarethyan missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan thows a leg kick but Anderson checks it
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and pushes Anderson back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Anderson smiles and moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nazarethyan throws an elbow but misses. #T1##TD#
Nazarethyan is fighting off a takedown attempt but Anderson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Nazarethyan to the mat. Nazarethyan regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Nazarethyan is wriggling around but Anderson manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Anderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan tries to get to full guard but Anderson has control of the leg.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Anderson lands with a punch from half guard.
Nazarethyan is in trouble now - Anderson has advanced to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan tries to hold on but Anderson postures up.
Nazarethyan working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Anderson landing shots from mount.
Anderson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Anderson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Anderson unloading with bombs!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan can't escape the position.
Anderson looking to control but Nazarethyan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Anderson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Nazarethyan's face.
Anderson can't control as he wanted to and Nazarethyan manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Anderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nazarethyan taking some punishment here, with Anderson in his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Anderson in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Nazarethyan is defending against the submission attempts here by Anderson.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Anderson in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Nazarethyan regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Anderson.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Anderson advances position into side control!
Anderson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nazarethyan will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Anderson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Anderson circles away quickly and effectively.
Anderson is looking to counter punch.
Anderson takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Anderson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Anderson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Decent striking displayed by Anderson there.
Anderson lands a jab to Nazarethyan's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nazarethyan 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.
Nice shot by Anderson.
Nazarethyan wants to clinch but Anderson slips to the side
and Anderson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Anderson lands a leg kick that knocks Nazarethyan off balance momentarily.
Anderson thuds his right hand into Nazarethyan's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan maintains the clinch.
Anderson stalling. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Anderson misses with a hook.
Anderson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A slapping body kick lands there for Anderson.#CL2#
Nazarethyan clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Nazarethyan misses with a body kick.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
It looked like Anderson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Anderson throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazarethyan takes one to the chin there.#CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
Anderson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nazarethyan up against the cage.#TD#
Anderson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Anderson trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Anderson controlling from the top position. #T3#
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nazarethyan keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Anderson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Anderson is standing up over Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan looks to escape but Anderson dives into side control.
Anderson controls the position from side control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nazarethyan is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Anderson wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Anderson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Anderson is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Nazarethyan's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Anderson slips a jab from Nazarethyan.
Anderson lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Anderson is looking to chop away at Nazarethyan's legs.
An inside leg kick from Anderson misses.
Nazarethyan is looking to clinch but Anderson is avoiding it.
Anderson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Anderson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nazarethyan's sensitive parts.
Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nazarethyans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.
Anderson connects with a right hand. Nazarethyan shakes it off.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anderson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan just misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Anderson ducks under and follows up with a left that Anderson also avoids with ease.
Anderson throws a low kick, looking for Nazarethyan's leg but Nazarethyan calmly moves out of range. #T1#
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson. #CL2#
Anderson tries to keep at a distance but Nazarethyan has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nazarethyan is trying to force a seperation but Anderson has the dominant position.
Nazarethyan is trying to maintain a safe position but Anderson gets an underhook and turns Nazarethyan into the cage.#BC#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
Nazarethyan misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Anderson lands a jab to the nose.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Anderson finish him?
Nazarethyan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Anderson knocks out Nazarethyan with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Anderson before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Anderson picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sparky Anderson!
In his post fight interview, Sparky Anderson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 286
Date: Apr 28, 2018

#R1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Nazarethyan!
Nazarethyan takes one to the chin there.#CL2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Danzig Jr. breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
A little feinted left hand from Danzig Jr. on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nazarethyan takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Danzig Jr. closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Danzig Jr. is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Nazarethyan as he works his way to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan keeping moving, preventing Danzig Jr. from controlling successfully. #SU#
Danzig Jr. stands and steps away. Nazarethyan gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nazarethyan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Danzig Jr. misses the target.
Nazarethyan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Danzig Jr. gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1##BC#
Danzig Jr.'s corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nazarethyan misses with a two punch combination. #CL#
Danzig Jr. forces Nazarethyan back against the cage and clinches.
Danzig Jr. managing to block the knees to the body from Nazarethyan. #TD2#
Nazarethyan turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Nazarethyan manages to end up in side control.
Danzig Jr. tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Danzig Jr. 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.
Nazarethyan prevents Danzig Jr. from escaping the position.
Danzig Jr. tries to bench press Nazarethyan off him but Nazarethyan keeps the position.
Nazarethyan creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Danzig Jr. sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Danzig Jr. has his arm trapped.
Danzig Jr. is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan working the ground and pound.
Danzig Jr. tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Nazarethyan laying and praying for a moment but Danzig Jr. takes advantage and regains half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nazarethyan lands a nice short elbow.
Nazarethyan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Danzig Jr. makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Danzig Jr..
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danzig Jr. wants to stand and escape but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Nazarethyan throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Danzig Jr. tries to strike from the bottom.
Nazarethyan postures up in Danzig Jr.'s guard and throws a big left but Danzig Jr. blocks it.
Nazarethyan throwing strikes from guard but Danzig Jr. blocks nicely. #SUB#
Danzig Jr. looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Danzig Jr. is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nazarethyan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Danzig Jr. keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully.
Nazarethyan wanted to stand there but Danzig Jr. had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Danzig Jr..
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Nazarethyan crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Danzig Jr. - the referee stops the clock and Nazarethyan gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Danzig Jr.. Nazarethyan manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but Danzig Jr. is having none of it.
Danzig Jr. lands a nice shot to the body.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nazarethyan avoids a punch combination nicely. #T4#
Danzig Jr. connects with the punch.#TD#
Danzig Jr. closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nazarethyan to the mat! Nazarethyan manages to get full guard.
Nazarethyan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nazarethyan seems keen to control Danzig Jr.'s posture.#SU#
Danzig Jr. decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
Nazarethyan rushes Danzig Jr. and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
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!
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nazarethyan takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nazarethyan has Danzig Jr. pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
A solid leg kick lands there for Danzig Jr..
No joy there for Danzig Jr., who threw a few shots but didn't land.
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 Vinnie Danzig Jr. will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Danzig Jr. connects with a high kick. #CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
A left lands for Danzig Jr..#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Danzig Jr. finish him?
Nazarethyan misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Nazarethyan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nazarethyan seems to have recovered his senses.
Danzig Jr. tests Nazarethyan's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Danzig Jr. pushes Nazarethyan up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch.
Nazarethyan fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Nazarethyan drives through and clinches with Danzig Jr. against the cage. #BC#
Danzig Jr. breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No joy there for Nazarethyan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danzig Jr. scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vinnie Danzig Jr. seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan throws a series of strikes that have Danzig Jr. backpedaling.
Danzig Jr. throws a jab but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Danzig Jr. scores with a jab. Nazarethyan acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1##TD#
Danzig Jr. fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nazarethyan sprawls well initially but Danzig Jr. persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nazarethyan tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Danzig Jr. manages to move to mount!
Vinnie Danzig Jr. overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Danzig Jr. goes for an armbar but Nazarethyan turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan stands up over Danzig Jr., holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Nazarethyan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Danzig Jr. preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Danzig Jr. has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up. #T2#
Nazarethyan prevents Danzig Jr. from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Danzig Jr. has his foot on Nazarethyan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nazarethyan works his way back into a safe position though.
Danzig Jr. will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Danzig Jr. trying to control the position.
Nazarethyan trying to control but Danzig Jr. is working from the bottom.
Danzig Jr. striking off his back but it's not causing Nazarethyan any problems.
Nazarethyan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Danzig Jr. escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nazarethyan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazarethyan landing some decent shots from guard. #T3##SUB#
Danzig Jr. working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nazarethyan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nazarethyan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Danzig Jr. looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nazarethyan chips away with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan landing with the ground and pound.
Danzig Jr. looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nazarethyan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Danzig Jr. swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Danzig Jr. wants to sweep but no luck.
Nazarethyan distracts Danzig Jr. with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
Nazarethyan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Danzig Jr.'s head.
Nazarethyan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Danzig Jr.'s head.
Danzig Jr. wants to stand but Nazarethyan is controlling the position.
Danzig Jr. throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SUB#
Danzig Jr. working for submissions but it's allowed Nazarethyan to get to half guard.
Nazarethyan is trying to control. Danzig Jr. wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Danzig Jr. wants to get back to his feet.
Danzig Jr. is pressing down on Nazarethyan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nazarethyan stopping the sweep attempt from Danzig Jr..
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan misses with a series of wild punches.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
Danzig Jr. was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Danzig Jr. just misses with a punch to the body.
Danzig Jr. scores with a kick to the midsection.
Danzig Jr. stuns Nazarethyan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Danzig Jr. cracks a nice hook into Nazarethyan's ribs.
Nazarethyan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Danzig Jr. throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vinnie Danzig Jr. is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Danzig Jr. scores with a head kick. Nazarethyan tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nazarethyan doesn't manage to clinch there - Danzig Jr. circles away.
Danzig Jr. keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #TD#
Nazarethyan tries to sprawl but Danzig Jr. drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Danzig Jr. is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Danzig Jr. wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Danzig Jr. is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Danzig Jr. thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nazarethyan's head.
Danzig Jr. throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SU#
Danzig Jr. decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Danzig Jr. is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD#
Danzig Jr. shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2#
Nazarethyan scrambles and gets back to his feet. #T2#
Nazarethyan misses with a head kick.
Danzig Jr. is looking for a counter combo.
Nazarethyan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Danzig Jr. lets loose with a powerful body kick. Nazarethyan will feel that in the morning.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Danzig Jr. was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nazarethyan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nazarethyan wants to clinch.
Nazarethyan takes a swing at Danzig Jr.'s ribcage but misses.
Good leg kick by Danzig Jr. there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Danzig Jr. connects with a jab.#CL2#
Nazarethyan gets a clinch.
Nazarethyan fails to pull guard. #BC#
Danzig Jr. breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Danzig Jr. turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Danzig Jr. closes the distance and pushes Nazarethyan back into the cage.#BC#
Danzig Jr. breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Nazarethyan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Danzig Jr. moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Danzig Jr. throws a combination that misses
and Nazarethyan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Danzig Jr. throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nazarethyan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
Danzig Jr. connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan.
Danzig Jr. throws a right hand that Nazarethyan ducks under and follows up with a left that Nazarethyan also avoids with ease.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but Danzig Jr. moves out of range.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Danzig Jr..
Nazarethyan throws a lazy uppercut
and Danzig Jr. counters with a left and a right that stings Nazarethyan.
Danzig Jr. scores with a shot to the body.
Nazarethyan misses with a straight left.
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!
Nazarethyan misses with a two punch combination.
Nice uppercut lands for Danzig Jr.. That snapped Nazarethyan's head back.
Nazarethyan misses with a two punch combination.
Danzig Jr. lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T4#
Danzig Jr. fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Nazarethyan to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Nazarethyan looks to clinch but Danzig Jr. throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Nazarethyan taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Vinnie Danzig Jr.!
After winning the bout, Vinnie Danzig Jr. thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Suren Nazarethyan stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC Live 52
Date: Apr 12, 2018

#R1#
McKregor sizes up Nazarethyan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McKregor tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy head kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Nazarethyan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
McKregor clinches up with Nazarethyan and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
McKregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nazarethyan fails to land with a series of punches.
Nazarethyan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nazarethyan walks into a straight right hand from McKregor.#KD2#
McKregor lands a big head kick that sends Nazarethyan tumbling to the mat! McKregor takes a step backwards and waves Nazarethyan back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Nazarethyan is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKregor misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Oh Nazarethyan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McKregor closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Nazarethyan out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Konner McKregor!
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 281
Date: Mar 24, 2018

#R1##KD2#
Nazarethyan lands a left and a right that send Leeroy crashing to the mat, dazed. Nazarethyan thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Leeroy is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Bruce Leeroy has been cut.
Leeroy throws a leg kick that is checked
and Nazarethyan rattles Leeroy with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Leeroy tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Nazarethyan dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Leeroy stiff and motionless on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Suren Nazarethyan!
Suren Nazarethyan opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: CEFC 278
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
McKregor lands a front kick.
Nazarethyan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McKregor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Konner McKregor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
McKregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McKregor misses with a wild combination.
McKregor scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
McKregor connects with a combination that backs up Nazarethyan into the cage. McKregor lands a flurry of punches that gets past Nazarethyan's guard. Nazarethyan is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! McKregor bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Konner McKregor!
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 275
Date: Feb 03, 2018

#R1#
Face tries to land a leg kick but Nazarethyan saw it coming and moves away.
Face looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Face misses its intended target.
Face tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Face misses with a right hand
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Face looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Face shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nazarethyan's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Face prevents Nazarethyan from getting back to his feet.
Face stands up over Nazarethyan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Face postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Face accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nazarethyan wants to sweep but no luck.
Face stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nazarethyan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Face postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Face sitting in guard here, content to control.
Face content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Face trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Face seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Face postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Face landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Face postures up and lands a big shot to Nazarethyan's brow.
Face advances to half guard.
Face not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Face 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.
Face is thwarting Nazarethyan's attempts to control the position.
Face trying to control from half guard but Nazarethyan is working away.
Face winds up and cracks Nazarethyan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Face throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nazarethyan is looking to escape.
Face lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nazarethyan taking some punishment here, with Face in his half guard. #T3#
Face passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Nazarethyan!
Face breaks from Nazarethyan's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Face throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Nazarethyan because Face loaded up on that one.
Nazarethyan taking shots to the head.
Face misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Face with shots to the head and body - Nazarethyan looks very uncomfortable down there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Face working away from the top, dropping strikes.#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!
Face trying to control but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Nazarethyan is in all sorts of trouble here. #T4#
Face lands a big shot there that rocks Nazarethyan but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Face throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Nazarethyan because Face loaded up on that one.
Face scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Nazarethyan?
Nazarethyan wants to try and get back to his feet.
Face looking to finish with strikes here!
Face throws a sloppy strike and Nazarethyan uses the opportunity to reverse the position! A bit of a scramble here and Nazarethyan has ended up in Face's guard.
Face wants to stand up but Nazarethyan is controlling him.
Nazarethyan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Face looking for a sweep. Not yet Face, not yet.
Face controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shit Face dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Face misses with a straight left.
Nazarethyan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nazarethyan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Face lands a nice shot that snaps Nazarethyan's head back.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Face circles away quickly and effectively.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An attempted straight right counter from Face misses the target.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a jab to the body but Face is just out of range.
Face throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Face misses with a straight left.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Face avoids a punch combination nicely.
Face lands with a nice combination. Nazarethyan backs away looking to recover.
Face waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nazarethyan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Face scores with a hook.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Face throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nazarethyan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Face lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nazarethyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Face finish him?
Face lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nazarethyan circles away quickly and effectively.
Nazarethyan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Face.
Face tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan seems to have recovered his senses.
Face misses with an uppercut. Nazarethyan saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Face throws a poor cross that misses
and Nazarethyan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Face is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nazarethyan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Face.#CUT2#
It looks like Shit Face has been cut.
Nazarethyan's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Nazarethyan duly obliges.
Nazarethyan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Face.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Face.
Nazarethyan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Sloppy strikes from Face. Those never looked like landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Face throws a series of punches but Nazarethyan avoids them all with ease.
Nazarethyan defending well as Face loads up on a big left hand.
Face misses with a wild combination.
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan. #T2#
Face darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Face ducks under and follows up with a left that Face also avoids with ease.
Face just misses with a punch to the body.
Face throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nazarethyan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Face shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Face takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Nazarethyan rushes Face and presses him up against the cage.
Nazarethyan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Face.#BC#
Face escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A jab from Face misses.
Face throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Face.
Face was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Face throws a hook but Nazarethyan avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook
and Face counters with a nice body shot.
Face throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Face throws a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it.
Face throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan wants to clinch up but Face keeps it at a distance.
Face was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nazarethyan swings widly with a right hand
and Face counters with a nice uppercut.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up but Face circles away and keeps his distance.
Face cracks Nazarethyan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Face.#CL2#
Nazarethyan gets a clinch.
Nazarethyan tries to land knees in the clinch but Face avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
Face breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up but Face circles away and keeps his distance.
Face avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Face breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Face tries to bum rush Nazarethyan with a series of wild strikes but Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A punch combination from Nazarethyan misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Face misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan misses with a straight left.
Nazarethyan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Face under the eye.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Face.
Face throws a shot from downtown. Nazarethyan moves away and avoids it.
Face is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
Shit Face is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Face has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nazarethyan.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Face, as that shot connected.
Face comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that Face avoids nicely. #CL2#
Nazarethyan gets a clinch.
Face misses with the head strike. #BC#
Face breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shit Face dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shit Face's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Face throws a solid leg kick but Nazarethyan takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Face.
Nazarethyan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Face.
Face finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nazarethyan! But no joy.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nazarethyan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Face paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Face moves forwards but Nazarethyan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nazarethyan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Face throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Nice cross by Face.
A jab from Face misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Nazarethyan gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nazarethyan utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC#
Face escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into the clinch successfully. #T1#
Nazarethyan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Face to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Face pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Face rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nazarethyan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy head kick
and Face cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Face throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Face will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Face takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Face works over Nazarethyan's head and body with a nice combination.
Nazarethyan throws a nice head kick!
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
As Nazarethyan looks to move away, Face throws a big counter combo but Nazarethyan just gets out of the way.
Face is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up but Face circles away and keeps his distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Face will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Face throws a series of punches but Nazarethyan avoids them all with ease.
Face is looking to land body kicks.
Nazarethyan looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Nazarethyan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Face.
Face takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Nazarethyan has managed to clinch.
Nazarethyan struggles to land a body shot inside as Face controls his hands. #BC#
Face pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Face moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nazarethyan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nazarethyan doesn't manage to clinch there - Face circles away.
Face lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Nazarethyan backs up against the cage.
Nazarethyan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Face connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nazarethyan scrambles back to his feet.
Face circles away from the clinch attempt.
Face jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Nazarethyan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up but Face circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into the clinch.
Shit Face is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Face lands an uppercut.
Nazarethyan will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Face up against the cage.
Nazarethyan is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Face gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Face pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Face after a bit of a struggle.
Shit Face has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.#T4##BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Face uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nazarethyan has time to react.
Face throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nazarethyan throws a big counter head kick but Face avoids it with no problem.
Good standup being displayed there by Face as he connects with a hook.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick but Face checks it.
Nazarethyan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Face.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Face just misses with a punch to the body.
Nazarethyan takes one on the button.
Nazarethyan lands a head kick! #CUT2#
Shit Face's cut is getting worse.
Face misses with the combination. #CL2#
Nazarethyan moves into the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Shit Face showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Face, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shit Face!
Shit Face took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: CEFC 273
Date: Jan 20, 2018

#R1#
Anderson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Anderson throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Nazarethyan looks to land a left hand but Anderson moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Anderson does it's job there.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Anderson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nazarethyan under the eye.
Anderson circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Nazarethyan drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Anderson follows Nazarethyan to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 04, 2018

#R1#
Nazarethyan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #TD#
Uggla scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nazarethyan wants to control but Uggla is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Uggla wants to work for an arm triangle but Nazarethyan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nazarethyan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Uggla trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uggla working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is looking to work some ground and pound but Uggla has wrist control.#T1#
Nazarethyan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Uggla's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarethyan won't allow Uggla to sweep him here.
Nazarethyan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nazarethyan throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Uggla looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nazarethyan has picked Uggla up and slammed him! Uggla can't keep hold of the triangle and Nazarethyan manages to pass to side control!
Uggla wants to get back to his feet but Nazarethyan drags him back down.
Nazarethyan cracks Uggla with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Nazarethyan working the head with strikes.
Uggla sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan is nestled in close to Uggla, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Uggla is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nazarethyan pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Nazarethyan is keen to just control but Uggla is a slippery customer.
Uggla tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.
Uggla moves into full guard. #ES#
Uggla has his feet on Nazarethyan's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild combination. #TD#
Uggla looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Uggla looking to sit in guard and control but Nazarethyan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Uggla lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Uggla controls from within his opponent's guard.
Uggla's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nazarethyan wants to sweep but no luck.
Nazarethyan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Uggla's guard. #REVB#
Uggla manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nazarethyan manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T4#
Uggla wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Uggla keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
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 Algot Uggla 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.
#R2##TD#
Uggla throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Nazarethyan was covering up waiting for the punch and Uggla finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Uggla trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Algot Uggla overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Uggla is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uggla wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Uggla postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Uggla stands up over Nazarethyan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Uggla is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Uggla wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Uggla tries to free his leg and advance position but Nazarethyan is retaining full guard.
Uggla chips away with some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Uggla manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Uggla looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nazarethyan has picked Uggla up and slammed him! Uggla can't keep hold of the triangle and Nazarethyan manages to pass to side control!
Uggla struggling a bit here.#T2#
Uggla is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Nazarethyan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Uggla rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Nazarethyan's guard! Nice work there by Uggla!
Uggla is looking to work some ground and pound but Nazarethyan has wrist control.
Uggla wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
Nazarethyan working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Uggla slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Uggla is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nazarethyan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Uggla looking to sit in guard and control but Nazarethyan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Uggla wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment.
Uggla keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully.
Nazarethyan postures up. #T4#
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of elbows.
Nazarethyan makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Uggla is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nazarethyan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Uggla not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nazarethyan won't allow Uggla to sweep him here. #SUB#
Uggla is looking for a triangle but Nazarethyan pushes his legs off easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nazarethyan accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Uggla looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nazarethyan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nazarethyan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Uggla's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Uggla.#TD#
Nazarethyan tries to sprawl but Uggla drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand.
Uggla trying to control from half guard but Nazarethyan is working away.
Uggla prevents Nazarethyan from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uggla missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Uggla content to control rather than advance. #T1##SUB2#
Nazarethyan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Uggla is trying to control the action in half guard but Nazarethyan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Uggla tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nazarethyan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Uggla is working hard here to advance position.
Nazarethyan wants to improve his position but Uggla is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Uggla bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Nazarethyan throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Uggla is looking to take a break and control but Nazarethyan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is trying to buck Uggla off.#SUB#
Uggla tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Nazarethyan manages to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Uggla is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nazarethyan is just riding it out for now. Uggla eventually gives up the hold.
Nazarethyan is refusing to be controlled, as Uggla sits in half guard. #SUB#
Uggla is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nazarethyan is just riding it out for now. Uggla eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Uggla wants to pass to mount but Nazarethyan is defending the position.
Nazarethyan trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nazarethyan tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Uggla's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Uggla's back!
Uggla is trying to get back to his feet but Nazarethyan has full control of the position and if anything, Uggla has just worked his way into a worse spot.

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 Algot Uggla.
Well Uggla 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Algot Uggla!
Algot Uggla bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: MMMA 54 Van Gaal vs Singh 2
Date: Dec 09, 2017

#R1#
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that Walian avoids nicely.
Walian half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Walian gets tackled into the cage by Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nazarethyan throws a nice looking combination but Walian bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Walian manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Walian moves out of range of the body kick.#CL2#
Nazarethyan darts in and clinches Walian up against the cage.
Nazarethyan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walian avoiding damage as Nazarethyan throws knees to the body.
Walian avoids a wild elbow strike from Nazarethyan.#TD#
Walian works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Nazarethyan wants to get back to his feet but Walian passes into half guard. #T1##REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Nazarethyan looking for a kimura from the bottom but Walian passes into side control!
Nazarethyan is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Walian is controlling him well.
Nazarethyan struggling a bit here.
Walian prevents Nazarethyan from escaping the position.#T2#
Nazarethyan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Walian wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SU#
Walian decides to stand back up. Walian steps back and let's Nazarethyan get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan stalks Walian and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Walian's face. Walian staggers backwards, shaken.
Walian takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nazarethyan goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from Nazarethyan. #CL2#
Nazarethyan has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3##TD#
Walian has Nazarethyan pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Walian pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nazarethyan tumbling to the mat - Walian dives into Nazarethyan's guard.#SU#
Walian stands up from Nazarethyan's guard - Walian perhaps looking for a knockout.
No joy there for Nazarethyan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Walian feinted with a counter takedown.
Nazarethyan takes a swing at Walian's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Walian counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Walian stopping the sweep attempt from Nazarethyan.#T4#
Nazarethyan trying to control the position.
Nazarethyan wants to get back to his feet but Walian is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nazarethyan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Walian won't allow Nazarethyan to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Walian stacks Nazarethyan on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Walian!
Nazarethyan is pushing Walian's head away, looking to escape. Walian manages to hold on to the position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Walian moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Walian drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and clinches.
Nazarethyan tries to circle away but Walian has him pinned against the cage.
Nazarethyan is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Walian is defending well for now.#TD#
Walian turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Nazarethyan gets back to half guard.#SU#
Walian stands up out of the half guard.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Nazarethyan lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Walian has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Walian and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T1#
Walian avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nazarethyan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Walian counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nazarethyan! #SU#
Walian decides to stand back up. Walian steps back and let's Nazarethyan get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Nazarethyan has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jack Walian is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
Walian tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
Walian on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nazarethyan throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Walian counters with a takedown into side control.
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!#SU#
Walian stands up.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Walian attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Nazarethyan is looking to clinch.
Nazarethyan lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan misses with a right hand #TD#
and Walian counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Walian is standing up over Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan looks to escape but Walian dives into side control. #REVB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nazarethyan tries to buck Walian off but Walian is having none of it.#SU#
Walian decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Nazarethyan doesn't manage to clinch there - Walian circles away.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up#TD#
and Walian counters with a takedown into side control. #T3#
Nazarethyan tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU#
Walian has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Walian counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU#
Walian stands up and waves to Nazarethyan to follow him.
Nice uppercut there from Nazarethyan.#T4#
Nazarethyan lands a jab to the head.
Walian doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick #TD#
and Walian counters with a takedown into side control.
Nazarethyan bucks up and tries to throw Walian off but instead Walian has got his back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Walian biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand back up. #SU#
Walian decides to get back to his feet. A strange decision but one that the crowd certainly appreciate.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Walian blocks a head kick by Nazarethyan.
Walian half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Walian tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Walian keeps the fight on the outside.
Walian tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
Nazarethyan works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nazarethyan misses with a head kick.
Walian attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nazarethyan misses the jab.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Walian moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Walian half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nazarethyan looks to land a combination but Walian avoids it well.
Walian changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Walian moves out of range.
Walian attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Walian counters with a takedown into side control.
Jack Walian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU#
Walian decides to stand back up.
Nazarethyan throws a right hand that Walian ducks under and follows up with a left that Walian also avoids with ease.
Walian feinted with a counter takedown.
A head kick by Nazarethyan misses #TD#
and Walian counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU#
Walian stands and steps away. Nazarethyan gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Walian circles away quickly and effectively.
Walian attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Walian drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Walian attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Walian circles away from the clinch attempt.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan misses with a two punch combination.
Walian feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but Walian moves away #TD#
and Walian counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up here but Walian is controlling him well. #SU#
Walian stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Nazarethyan tries a head kick but it misses.
Walian attempts a counter takedown but Nazarethyan avoids it well and moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Walian moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Walian counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Nazarethyan is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Walian is controlling him. #SU#
Walian gets to his feet. Nazarethyan looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Nazarethyan. Walian does a little dance to reset his feet.
Walian tries to counter with a takedown but Nazarethyan is quick to defend against it.
A punch combination from Nazarethyan misses.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Walian counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nazarethyan!
Nazarethyan tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Nazarethyan is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#SU#
Walian get's back to his feet.
Nazarethyan misses with a wild body shot.
Walian changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Walian counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Walian. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU#
Walian decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Nazarethyan throws a leg kick that misses.
Walian drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Walian counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU#
Nazarethyan is working an open guard so Walian takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
A low kick from Nazarethyan is predictable there #TD#
and Walian counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Walian. #SU#
Walian stands up from Nazarethyan's guard - Walian perhaps looking for a knockout.
Nazarethyan connects with a crisp jab.

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 Jack Walian.
I think Nazarethyan has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: MMMA 48 Alatalo vs Moors
Date: Nov 04, 2017

#R1#
Harrison slips a jab and a cross from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Harrison can pounce on him.
Nazarethyan walks into a straight right hand from Harrison.
Harrison throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nazarethyan is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Harrison - that will leave a mark!
Nazarethyan avoids a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Harrison was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nazarethyan throws a series of punches but Harrison moves out of range.
Nazarethyan throws out a loose jab but Harrison uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Harrison connects with a looping right hand.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Harrison misses with a leg kick
enabling Nazarethyan to counter with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Harrison is looking to slow Nazarethyan down with leg kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Nazarethyan as he connects with a hook.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Jab, jab by Harrison - just one landing. #CL2#
Nazarethyan clinches up with Harrison and pushes him back against the cage.
Nazarethyan wants to break the clinch but can't.
The referee is keeping an eye on Harrison - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nazarethyan throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Harrison throws an elbow that misses. #BC2#
Nazarethyan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Harrison moves out of range.
Nazarethyan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy head kick
and Harrison counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nazarethyan thinking.
Nazarethyan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Harrison looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nazarethyan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#
It looks like Aidan Harrison has been cut.
Nazarethyan fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan closes the distance looking to clinch
and Harrison counters with a right hand to the body. #T2##CL#
Harrison darts in and clinches Nazarethyan up against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Harrison.
Harrison tries to land knees in the clinch but Nazarethyan avoids the damage to the body.
Nazarethyan is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Harrison creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Harrison working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Harrison blocks the elbow strike.
Nazarethyan has had enough of the clinch but Harrison keeps him there for the moment.
Harrison swings wildly with an uppercut but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nazarethyan has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Harrison is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Harrison lands with a short shot to the head.
Harrison is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Harrison has a couple of punches blocked by Nazarethyan. #T3#
Harrison trying to land knees to the body.
Harrison lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nazarethyan backwards. #BC2#
Nazarethyan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Harrison scores with a punch to the head.
Harrison lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up but Harrison circles away and keeps his distance.
Harrison fakes the leg kick and cracks Nazarethyan in the body.
Nazarethyan checks a low kick from Harrison.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
Harrison sizes up Nazarethyan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch up.
Harrison chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nazarethyan throws a series of punches but Harrison avoids them all with ease.
Nazarethyan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harrison tests Nazarethyan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nazarethyan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Harrison.#T4#
Harrison connects with a high kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Harrison. That's going to slow Nazarethyan down.
Nazarethyan tries to close the distance and clinch up but Harrison swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nazarethyan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harrison lands with a nice body kick.
Harrison moves forwards but Nazarethyan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nazarethyan works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nazarethyan tries to work over Harrison's front leg with a kick but Harrison checks it. #CL#
Harrison instigates a clinch. #BC#
Harrison pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Harrison lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Harrison tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nazarethyan avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aidan Harrison dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aidan Harrison's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice straight punches there by Harrison. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Harrison.#CL2#
Nazarethyan clinches with his opponent.
Harrison working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Harrison scores with a shot to the side of Nazarethyan's head.
Nazarethyan lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Harrison or not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harrison.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Harrison to keep the fight standing.
Harrison tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nazarethyan avoids it.
Harrison is pressed up against the cage. Nazarethyan has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Harrison down to the mat. Harrison avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Harrison connects with the punch.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick but Harrison moves out of range.
Nazarethyan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Harrison moves away.
Harrison feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nazarethyans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harrison checks the leg kick.
Harrison jabs Nazarethyan right on the nose. Nazarethyan blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Nazarethyan blocks a head kick by Harrison.
Aidan Harrison is winning the standup battle so far.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nazarethyan misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Harrison moves into the clinch.
Nazarethyan takes a knee right on the jaw!
Harrison is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Nazarethyan is defending well for now.
Nazarethyan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC#
Harrison escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nazarethyan throws a lazy body kick
and Harrison makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#CL#
Harrison clinches.
Knees to the body from Harrison.
Good body shot from Harrison.
Harrison lands with a right to the head.
Nazarethyan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Harrison avoids it.#TD2#
Nazarethyan has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Harrison clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Harrison tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T2##SUB2#
Nazarethyan swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Harrison is now in Nazarethyan's guard. A big mistake from Nazarethyan there, giving up the dominant position!
Harrison is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Harrison looking to pass the guard.
Harrison advances position into side control!
Harrison takes a little break here. Nazarethyan wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Harrison continues to stall.#T3#
Harrison is looking to take a break and control but Nazarethyan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is trying to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan being controlled for a moment. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Harrison tries to advance to mount but Nazarethyan denies him.
Harrison slows the pace down.
Nazarethyan is not content to let Harrison control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Harrison will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Harrison trying to control the action but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Nazarethyan is looking to reverse the position.
Nazarethyan is trying to control Harrison's posture but Harrison avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aidan Harrison dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Aidan Harrison's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but Harrison moves out of range. #CL2#
Nazarethyan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Harrison, pushing him back against the cage.
Nazarethyan creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Harrison is stalling here.
Nazarethyan lands with a light punch inside.
Harrison misses with a punch on the inside.
Nazarethyan tries for a takedown. No joy.
Harrison wants to stall.
Nazarethyan wants to break free but Harrison has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Nazarethyan struggles to land a body shot inside as Harrison controls his hands.
Harrison lands with a light punch inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nazarethyan throws an elbow but misses. #T1##BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Harrison lands with a shot to the body.
Harrison throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Nazarethyan to counter with a crisp jab.
Harrison scores with a head kick. #CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Harrison swats away the attempt to clinch by Nazarethyan.
Harrison scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nazarethyan doesn't seem bothered though.
Harrison lands with an overhand left.
Harrison throws a push kick but Nazarethyan slaps the foot to one side.
Nazarethyan lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nazarethyan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Harrison is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sloppy strikes from Nazarethyan. Those never looked like landing.
Harrison cracks the inside of Nazarethyan's front leg.
Nazarethyan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Harrison is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Harrison lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nazarethyan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harrison.
Nazarethyan lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Nazarethyan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan lands a head kick!
Nazarethyan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Harrison. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Harrison appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Harrison scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Harrison circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nazarethyan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Harrison misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Harrison's calf.#T3#
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Harrison counters with a nice leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nazarethyan takes one to the side of the head. #CL2#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and pushes Harrison back into the cage.
Harrison tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Harrison lands an elbow inside.
Harrison tries to throw a body punch but Nazarethyan avoids it by throwing Harrison back against the cage.
Harrison works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nazarethyan misses with an elbow strike. #BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks from the clinch.
Harrison lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nazarethyan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Harrison with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nazarethyan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harrison scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Harrison avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
A quick step to the side and Harrison tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazarethyan throws a jab but it's blocked by Harrison.
Nazarethyan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Harrison dips to his left and cracks Nazarethyan with an uppercut!
Nazarethyan closes the distance looking to clinch
and Harrison counters with a two punch combo.
Harrison will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Harrison throws a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it.
Nazarethyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Harrison lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Harrison throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC#
Nazarethyan is rocked!

And that's the end of the fight!
Aidan Harrison showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Harrison 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aidan Harrison!
Aidan Harrison decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 01, 2017

#R1#
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Reigns as he avoids it easily.
Reigns looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Reigns listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nazarethyan avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Reigns misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Reigns misses with a straight left.
Reigns throws a nice inside leg kick.
Reigns throws a leg kick but Nazarethyan sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Reigns.
Reigns lands with a straight right. Nazarethyan didn't see that one coming.
Reigns scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nazarethyan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nazarethyan darts in looking for a takedown but Reigns gets double underhooks and turns Nazarethyan into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazarethyan has his takedown stuffed
and Reigns counters with a thumping low kick. #T1#
Reigns lands with a hook. Nazarethyan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Reigns.
Reigns is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nazarethyan is looking to clinch but Reigns is avoiding it.
Reigns is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick and Reigns moves out of range easily.
Reigns bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Reigns tries to land a front kick but Nazarethyan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Reigns connects with an inside leg kick.
Reigns throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nazarethyan takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Reigns fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nazarethyan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL#
Nazarethyan pushes Reigns up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Nazarethyan drags the fight down to the ground.
Reigns is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Nazarethyan keeping full guard, as Reigns tries to pass.
Reigns wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Reigns stopping the sweep attempt from Nazarethyan.#T3#
Reigns pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nazarethyan is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Reigns fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nazarethyan checks it well.
Nazarethyan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Reigns throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Reigns finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Reigns connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Reigns throws the left hand but Nazarethyan avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Nazarethyan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Reigns looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SU#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up, so the ref orders Reigns to his feet.
Nazarethyan throws a sloppy head kick
and Nazarethyan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Reigns throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Nazarethyan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Reigns to score with a decent uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Reigns misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Nazarethyan clinches up against the cage.#T4#
Reigns throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nazarethyans head.
Nazarethyan pushes off an throws an elbow but Reigns leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nazarethyan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Reigns after a bit of a struggle.
Reigns struggles to land a body shot inside as Nazarethyan controls his hands.
Reigns misses with a hook to the ribs.
Reigns struggles to land a body shot inside as Nazarethyan controls his hands.
Reigns goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Reigns tries a body shot but Nazarethyan blocks it.
A short left from Reigns.
Reigns misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD#
Nazarethyan gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nazarethyan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nazarethyan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Reigns trying to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nazarethyan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brando Reigns dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Reigns connects with a leg kick. Nazarethyan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nazarethyan cracks the inside of Reigns's front leg.
Reigns looks to land a left hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range nicely.
Reigns swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nazarethyan swinging wildly here.
Nazarethyan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Brando Reigns seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Reigns throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Suren Nazarethyan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Nazarethyan drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Reigns is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Suren Nazarethyan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan postures up and lands a big shot to Reigns's brow.
Reigns not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Reigns is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nazarethyan landing some decent shots from guard.
Nazarethyan controlling from the top position.
Nazarethyan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Reigns is keeping the position for now.
Reigns keeping moving, preventing Nazarethyan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Reigns had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nazarethyan defends it easily.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nazarethyan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nazarethyan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nazarethyan shoots in but Reigns avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Reigns circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice straight punches there by Reigns. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Reigns.
Reigns has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nazarethyan doesn't manage to clinch there - Reigns circles away.
Reigns misses with a low kick.
Nazarethyan takes one on the button.
Reigns lands a lovely overhand right.
A leg kick checked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#TD#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Reigns to the mat! Reigns manages to get full guard.
Nazarethyan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Reigns looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reigns seems keen to control Nazarethyan's posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Reigns is on top in guard. #REVB#
Reigns trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Reigns not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Reigns passes into half guard.
Reigns looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4##SUB2#
Reigns is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nazarethyan is looking to escape.
Reigns trying to control the pace.
Reigns passes to full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brando Reigns showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Nazarethyan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Reigns counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nazarethyan shoots in but no luck this time.
Good shot there by Reigns.
Reigns misses with a low kick.
Reigns cracks Nazarethyan with an open hand slap.
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan misses with a head kick.
That kick from Reigns tenderised Nazarethyan's leg. Nazarethyan is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nazarethyan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Reigns throws out the jab.
Nice body punch from Reigns.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reigns is looking to score with low kicks.
Reigns throws a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head but Nazarethyan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reigns scores with a nice strike.
Nice sprawl there from Reigns as Nazarethyan shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A combination from Nazarethyan does no damage. #T1#
Nazarethyan looks to land a body kick but Reigns moved away.
Reigns counters with a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan shoots in but Reigns avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Reigns scores with a jab to the body.
Reigns just misses with a punch to the body.
Reigns has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Nazarethyan drives through with a takedown into Reigns's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Nazarethyan throws a strike but Reigns rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Reigns stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nazarethyan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Reigns wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving. #T2#
Reigns sitting in guard here, content to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nazarethyan holds on and takes a little breather.
Reigns trying to control but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Reigns controlling from the top position. #T3#
Nazarethyan looking for a sweep. Not yet Nazarethyan, not yet.
Reigns wants to pass the guard but Nazarethyan is keeping the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Brando Reigns is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Reigns is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Nazarethyan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Reigns quickly recovers to half guard.
Reigns wants to get back to full guard.
Nazarethyan wants to take a breather but Reigns is having none of it. #T4#
Nazarethyan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Reigns is staying active underneath Nazarethyan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Reigns moves into full guard.
Reigns trying to keep a closed guard but Nazarethyan is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Reigns throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brando Reigns comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Reigns winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brando Reigns!
An out of breath Brando Reigns thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Suren Nazarethyan had this to say: 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 29, 2017

#R1##CL#
Nazarethyan tries to keep at a distance but Rain has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nazarethyan misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
Rain turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Nazarethyan wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Rain is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nazarethyan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nazarethyan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rain will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Rain is controlling him well.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Nazarethyan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rain trying to control the action but Nazarethyan is working from the bottom.
Rain is staying tight to Nazarethyan's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
Rain has an Americana. Nazarethyan didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Rain is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Rain hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Black Rain!
In his post fight interview, Black Rain started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Suren Nazarethyan spoke after the fight, saying 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: LAW009: District 9
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Darrow can pounce on him.
Darrow misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan. #CL#
Darrow clinches up with Nazarethyan and pushes him back against the cage.
Darrow gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Darrow throws a punch but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nazarethyan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Darrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Darrow pushes Nazarethyan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan lands a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Nazarethyan. #BC2#
Nazarethyan breaks from the clinch.
Nazarethyan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD2#
Nazarethyan fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Darrow to the ground. Nazarethyan is now in Darrow's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Darrow tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Nazarethyan has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Darrow is proving hard to escape from. #T1#
Nazarethyan postures up.
Nazarethyan wanted to stand there but Darrow had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Darrow avoids the head kick by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Darrow pinned against the cage. Darrow gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Darrow throwing a counter right hand but Nazarethyan manages to avoid it.
Darrow throws a predictable looking body shot
and Nazarethyan counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nazarethyan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice shot by Darrow.
Darrow lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nazarethyan delivers a nice body kick.
No joy there for Nazarethyan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Darrow lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Nazarethyan blocks a leg kick.
Darrow with a hook.
Darrow cracks Nazarethyan with a good jab.
Good leg kick by Darrow there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Darrow is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nazarethyan goes for a double leg but Darrow avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Darrow continues to drive forward.
Brodie Darrow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.#CL#
Darrow moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan blocking some punches.
Darrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Darrow lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Darrow avoiding damage as Nazarethyan throws knees to the body.
Darrow lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Darrow tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nazarethyan avoids it.
Darrow misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Nazarethyan tightens his grip and picks Darrow up, before dumping him to the ground. Darrow manages to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Darrow has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up. #T4#
Darrow is pulling down on Nazarethyan's head to control his posture.
Nazarethyan wants to get up but he can't break Darrow's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Darrow wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brodie Darrow dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Darrow pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Darrow clobbers Nazarethyan with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Brodie Darrow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Darrow fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A left lands for Darrow.
Darrow tries to clinch up but Nazarethyan circles away and keeps his distance.
As Darrow backs off Nazarethyan throws a huge counter combo but Darrow manages to avoid it all.
Nazarethyan throws a head kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Darrow. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan missing with a left hand there. Darrow was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Darrow lands a leg kick that knocks Nazarethyan off balance momentarily.
Nazarethyan checks a leg kick nicely.
Darrow throws a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darrow fails in his attempt to clinch.
Darrow looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Darrow attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nazarethyan looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Nazarethyan with a poor takedown
and Darrow counters with a nice uppercut.
Nazarethyan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Darrow throws a leg kick
and Nazarethyan counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Nazarethyan or perhaps it was just good defense by Darrow, which made it look bad.
Darrow chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Darrow swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Darrow throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Darrow scoring well with a low kick there.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Darrow pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Nazarethyan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nazarethyan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Darrow circles away quickly and effectively.
Darrow pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Darrow moves to clinch but Nazarethyan breaks away
and Nazarethyan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Darrow is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nazarethyan 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.
Darrow throws a low kick but Nazarethyan moves out of range easily. #T2##TD2#
Nazarethyan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Darrow manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Darrow bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nazarethyan's guard. #REVR#
Darrow engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Darrow has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Darrow slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Darrow wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping him busy. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nazarethyan trying to remain calm as Darrow controls from the top position.
Darrow is looking to take a break and control but Nazarethyan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nazarethyan is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Darrow is controlling him well.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brodie Darrow dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
A lazy left from Darrow finds it's target.
Nazarethyan shoots in for a takedown but Darrow shows good takedown defense.
Nazarethyan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Darrow can pounce on him.
Darrow throws the kick towards the body but Nazarethyan avoids it.
Darrow misses the shot to the body.
Nazarethyan checks the leg kick.
Nazarethyan misses with a head kick.
Darrow was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Darrow leaves Nazarethyan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Darrow rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nazarethyan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darrow fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Brodie Darrow is winning the standup battle so far.
Darrow lands with a hook. Nazarethyan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Darrow lands a nice shot to the body.
Nazarethyan closes the distance and clinches up with Darrow, looking for a takedown. Nazarethyan pushes Darrow against the cage but Darrow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Brodie Darrow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.
Darrow throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Darrow, as that shot connected. #CL#
Darrow closes the distance and clinches.
Brodie Darrow has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Darrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Darrow fails to land.
Darrow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Darrow misses with the head strike.
Darrow digs a right hand into Nazarethyan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nazarethyan's gas tank.
Darrow has a couple of punches blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan managing to block the knees to the body from Darrow.
Nazarethyan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Darrow misses with a punch on the inside.
Nazarethyan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nazarethyan wants a takedown but no success here.
Darrow misses with a body punch.
Nazarethyan is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Darrow gets through Nazarethyan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Darrow.
Nazarethyan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Darrow has a couple of punches blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Darrow.
Darrow stops a takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Darrow.
Nazarethyan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice body punch from Darrow - that landed with a thud.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Darrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Darrow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
A right hook to the body lands for Darrow.
Darrow lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nazarethyan or not.
A right handed body shot lands from Darrow.
Darrow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Darrow lands a left hand. #T3#
Nazarethyan prevents a body shot from Darrow.
Darrow lands an elbow just above Nazarethyan 's eye. #CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Darrow.
Darrow lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nazarethyan blocking some punches.
Nazarethyan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Darrow misses with some punches. #TD2#
Nazarethyan gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Darrow regains guard.
Darrow trying to control the position here.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Darrow looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brodie Darrow is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Darrow lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Darrow content to stall in guard here.
Darrow's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Darrow passes easily into side control. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brodie Darrow showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Darrow, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brodie Darrow!
Suren Nazarethyan was interviewed post fight and said 'I Will Come Back Stronger Than Before'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 21, 2017

#R1#
Inprogress shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Inprogress is quick to defend against it.
Good work by Nazarethyan as he checks the leg kick.
Inprogress fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nazarethyan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Inprogress throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Inprogress didn't expect that. #SU#
Nazarethyan stands and steps away. Inprogress gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inprogress fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Inprogress sprawls and moves away.
Inprogress shoots in but no luck this time.
Nazarethyan attempts a counter takedown but Inprogress avoids it well and moves away.
Inprogress misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T1##SU#
Inprogress is working an open guard so Nazarethyan takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Inprogress tries for a takedown but Nazarethyan circles away easily#TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Inprogress fights it but they end up in guard.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Testing Inprogress.
Inprogress working a defensive guard here.
Inprogress wants to control the position but Nazarethyan says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Inprogress is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Inprogress is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2#
Inprogress wants to control the action here but instead Nazarethyan manages to pass to full mount!
Inprogress tries to hold on but Nazarethyan pushes him away.
Inprogress is looking to get to half guard.
Inprogress tries to control the position but Nazarethyan now has his back.
Nazarethyan not allowing Inprogress to control his hands. #T3#
Nazarethyan is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Inprogress is in bad spot here.
Nazarethyan trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Inprogress doesn't escape.
Nazarethyan keeps control of the position as Inprogress tries to break free.
Nazarethyan wants to stand up but Inprogress is stuck to his back.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Inprogress tries to escape the position.
Nazarethyan really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Inprogress.
Inprogress rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inprogress tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Inprogress throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Inprogress looking to control.
Nazarethyan wants to get up but he can't break Inprogress's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Nazarethyan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inprogress is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Inprogress has his feet on Nazarethyan's thighs here. He's pushed Nazarethyan off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Nazarethyan screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Testing Inprogress!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 22, 2017

#R1#
Basurto thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Basurto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nazarethyan is one step ahead there.
Basurto trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Basurto wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Basurto is still trying to improve position.
Basurto is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nazarethyan is controlling him. #T1#
Nazarethyan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Basurto's guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Nazarethyan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Basurto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nazarethyan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Basurto.
Basurto tries to clinch up but Nazarethyan circles away and keeps his distance.
Basurto fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Basurto wants to clinch but Nazarethyan slips to the side#TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Basurto fights it but they end up in guard.
Basurto is looking to stand back up but Nazarethyan counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Basurto. #REVB#
Basurto is trying to get back to full guard.
Basurto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nazarethyan is working away from the top position though.
Nazarethyan prevents Basurto from standing back up.
Basurto tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Basurto is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Nazarethyan jumps into side control!#T3#
Nazarethyan tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #SU#
Nazarethyan stands up. #TD2#
Basurto looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Nazarethyan!
Basurto throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Nazarethyan works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Basurto trying to control from Nazarethyan's half guard. Nazarethyan has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T4#
Basurto working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nazarethyan wants to stand and escape but Basurto is having none of it.
Nazarethyan keeping moving, preventing Basurto from controlling successfully.
Basurto throws a big right hand that misses.
Basurto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nazarethyan is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
Basurto misses with the combination.
Nazarethyan feinted with a counter takedown.
Basurto fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Basurto darts in looking for a takedown but Nazarethyan gets double underhooks and turns Basurto into the cage.
Basurto goes for a double leg but Nazarethyan avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nazarethyan continues to drive forward.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Basurto sprawls and moves away.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas Basurto.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Basurto wants to clinch but Nazarethyan slips to the side#TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SU#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Basurto to join him on the feet.
Basurto throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Basurto fights it but they end up in guard.
Basurto is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Nazarethyan is standing up over Basurto. Basurto looks to escape but Nazarethyan dives into side control.
Nazarethyan tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #SU#
Nazarethyan stands up.
Basurto shoots in and drives through. Nazarethyan sprawls well.
Nazarethyan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Basurto doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Basurto's guard.#T2##SU#
Nazarethyan decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Basurto, up you get!
Basurto fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Basurto feints and as Nazarethyan raises his hands in defense, Basurto changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES#
Nazarethyan has his feet on Basurto's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Basurto wants to clinch but Nazarethyan slips to the side#TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control. #T3#
Nazarethyan gets to mount! Basurto was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Basurto wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Nazarethyan controls the action.
Nazarethyan gets his hands free as Basurto looks to control.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Nazarethyan controlling the positon.
Basurto tries to break free. #T4#
Nazarethyan is not going to allow Basurto to sit and survive in this position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Nazarethyan controlling the positon.
Basurto trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Basurto is trying to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Basurto is defended easily by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Basurto fails with the takedown#TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SU#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Basurto tries to close the distance and clinch but Nazarethyan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nazarethyan feinted with a counter takedown.
Basurto looks for a takedown but Nazarethyan sprawls well.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Suren Nazarethyan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas Basurto.#T1#
Basurto moves to clinch but Nazarethyan breaks away #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan.
Basurto is trying to keep Nazarethyan in close.
Suren Nazarethyan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Basurto has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Basurto seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T2#
Basurto not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Basurto is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Basurto looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nazarethyan passes into half guard.
Nazarethyan tries to stand but can't do so whilst Basurto controls his leg. #T3#
Basurto trying to control here.
Basurto throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Basurto is looking to get back to full guard here but Nazarethyan has managed to pass to side control instead.#SU#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Basurto to his feet. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
Basurto looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Nazarethyan makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Nazarethyan keeps the fight on the outside.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Basurto is quick to defend against it.
Basurto throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan.
Basurto is looking to stand back up but Nazarethyan counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Basurto.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REVB#
Nazarethyan tries to stand but his arm is trapped.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nazarethyan 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
Our winner, Suren Nazarethyan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Death Squad 348:Alex v Lester
Date: Oct 15, 2016

#R1#
Bullkheli throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Bullkheli.
Danga de danga de dang - Bullkheli scores with a four punch combination!
Bullkheli lands the left hand.
A cross from Bullkheli lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Bullkheli misses the target.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bullkheli throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Bullkheli fights it but they end up in guard.
Bullkheli is controlling Nazarethyan's posture.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from Bullkheli's guard - Nazarethyan perhaps looking for a knockout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bullkheli scores with a jab. Nazarethyan acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Bullkheli misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bullkheli scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nazarethyan blocks a jab.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bullkheli motions for Nazarethyan to come forward. Bullkheli throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bullkheli!
Bullkheli is trying to improve his position.
Bullkheli definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up. #T2#
Bullkheli misses with a hook.
A cross from Bullkheli lands.
Bullkheli with a hook.
Ravistra Bullkheli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bullkheli moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bullkheli throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bullkheli won't be happy with that.
You can see the frustration on Bullkheli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bullkheli looks to move to half guard but instead Nazarethyan has passed into mount! Damn!
Bullkheli manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
Bullkheli tries to get to full guard but Nazarethyan has control of the leg.
Bullkheli wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Bullkheli thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bullkheli won't be happy with that. #T4##SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up.
Bullkheli throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Bullkheli throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bullkheli throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bullkheli! #ES#
Bullkheli sneaks out the side door and pushes Nazarethyan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan blocks a jab.
Bullkheli looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
Bullkheli rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan.
Bullkheli trying to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ravistra Bullkheli dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Bullkheli looks to throw the jab but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bullkheli scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Bullkheli.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
Bullkheli swinging wildly here.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
A low kick from Bullkheli is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bullkheli!
Bullkheli manages to work his way to half guard, despite Nazarethyan's best efforts.
Bullkheli preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Bullkheli thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet. Bullkheli looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Bullkheli throws a hook but Nazarethyan avoids it easily.
Bullkheli swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nazarethyan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bullkheli.
Bullkheli attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bullkheli misses the body punch #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Bullkheli didn't expect that. #ES#
Bullkheli has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Nazarethyan has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan looking for a takedown. #T2#
Bullkheli wants to get back to striking at distance but Nazarethyan won't allow it.
Nazarethyan wants to take the fight to the mat but Bullkheli manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bullkheli doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Bullkheli pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bullkheli fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nazarethyan checks it well.
A big right from Bullkheli misses.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Bullkheli fights it but they end up in guard.
Bullkheli trying to control the position here.
Bullkheli wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Bullkheli trying to control the position here.
Bullkheli is trying to keep Nazarethyan in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bullkheli pulls Nazarethyan in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and waves to Bullkheli to follow him.
Bullkheli throws a body shot but no joy.
Bullkheli throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bullkheli's guard.
Nazarethyan is standing up over Bullkheli. Bullkheli looks to escape but Nazarethyan dives into side control. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bullkheli is looking to regain half guard here but Nazarethyan keeps moving and retains side control. #SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up.
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 Ravistra Bullkheli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bullkheli throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nazarethyan on the side of the head.
Bullkheli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazarethyan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Bullkheli throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Bullkheli jabs at Nazarethyan's body.
Bullkheli misses with a double jab.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
A low kick from Bullkheli is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bullkheli's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bullkheli.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
Bullkheli misses with a straight right.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Bullkheli throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Bullkheli.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Bullkheli pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Bullkheli wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands and steps away. Bullkheli gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A jab from Bullkheli misses.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bullkheli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Bullkheli pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bullkheli changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bullkheli throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Bullkheli pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the leg kick from Bullkheli.
Bullkheli throws a low kick but it's checked well by Nazarethyan.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bullkheli.
Bullkheli misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bullkheli pushes Nazarethyan off but Nazarethyan dives into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
You can see the frustration on Bullkheli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bullkheli is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Bullkheli to his feet. #T3#
Bullkheli lands with a hook. Nazarethyan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bullkheli throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Bullkheli misses with a looping right.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bullkheli misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nazarethyan checks a leg kick.
Bullkheli looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
No joy there for Bullkheli, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ravistra Bullkheli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Bullkheli.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ravistra Bullkheli is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Bullkheli swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Bullkheli didn't expect that. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from Bullkheli's guard - Nazarethyan perhaps looking for a knockout.
Bullkheli lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bullkheli keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bullkheli misses the jab.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bullkheli misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Bullkheli didn't expect that.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ravistra Bullkheli showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bullkheli, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ravistra Bullkheli!
A very excited looking Ravistra Bullkheli 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.

Event: Death Squad 346:Todd v Duffy
Date: Oct 08, 2016

#R1#
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Binse lands with a kick to the temple. Nazarethyan shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Binse falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Binse's guard.
Nazarethyan is standing up over Binse. Binse looks to escape but Nazarethyan dives into side control. #REVR##SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up, so the ref orders Binse to his feet.
Binse takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Binse misses. #T1#
Binse misses with a looping left.
Binse pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fighters circling - Binse throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Binse misses with a head kick.
Nazarethyan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Binse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
Binse swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Binse definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
A lazy body kick from Binse #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SU2#
Nazarethyan decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Binse, up you get!
Binse throws a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head but Nazarethyan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Binse looks to throw the jab but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Binse moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Binse pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Binse throws a big shot that misses.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.#T3#
Binse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Binse throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up, so the ref orders Binse to his feet.
Binse misses with a straight left.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Binse pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Binse swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Binse throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Binse won't be happy with that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Binse wants to control but Nazarethyan postures up.#T4##SU2#
Nazarethyan has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Binse throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Binse won't be happy with that.
Binse struggling a bit here.
Binse is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
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 Christopher Binse will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Binse scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Binse throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Binse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.
A slow jab from Binse misses its intended target.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Binse misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Binse defends it well.
Binse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Binse.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Binse throws a nice outside leg kick.
Binse throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Decent striking displayed by Binse there.
Binse throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Binse misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan walks into a stiff left hand from Binse.
Binse misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Binse to get to his feet.
Binse looks to land a left hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Binse throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Binse looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.#T3#
A low kick from Binse is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control.
Binse tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nazarethyan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Binse is trying to work for a sweep but Nazarethyan has mounted him!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Binse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Binse pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Binse.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.#T4#
Binse throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Binse misses the jab.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Binse is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nazarethyan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Binse.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.
Binse misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Binse's guard.#SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Binse scores with a leg kick.
Christopher Binse is winning the standup battle so far.
Binse throws a front kick aimed at Nazarethyan's knee but Nazarethyan avoids it well.
Binse moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A jab from Binse misses.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Binse, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.#T1#
A low kick from Binse is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Binse!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up. Nazarethyan steps back and let's Binse get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab.
Binse looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Binse is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
A big right from Binse misses. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Binse misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Binse swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Binse misses the target.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Binse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Binse.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Christopher Binse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Binse.
Nazarethyan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Binse throws out the jab.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Binse pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Crunch! Binse slams his shin into Nazarethyan's torso.
Binse cracks Nazarethyan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Binse throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Binse defends it well.
Binse loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.
Binse connects with a body shot.
Binse throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Binse won't be happy with that. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Binse to his feet. #T4#
Binse swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Binse didn't expect that.
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!
Binse working a defensive guard here. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nazarethyan moves away from the strike by Binse.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Binse can pounce on him.
Binse takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.

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 Christopher Binse.
I think Binse 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Christopher Binse!
Christopher Binse seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Death Squad 342:Cell v Jia
Date: Sep 24, 2016

#R1#
Nazarethyan blocks a head kick by Panikov.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Panikov sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Panikov.
Nazarethyan blocks a jab.
Panikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Panikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Panikov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panikov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Panikov sprawls and moves away.
Panikov scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Panikov misses with a body punch #TD#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Panikov's guard.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Panikov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Nazarethyan trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Panikov has his hands on Nazarethyan's head, controlling the position.
Panikov has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up.
Nazarethyan postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Panikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Panikov throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Panikov takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan attempts a counter takedown but Panikov avoids it well and moves away.
Panikov swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Sergey Panikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Panikov misses with a head kick.
Panikov misses with a hook #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Nazarethyan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Panikov's guard.#T4#
Panikov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Panikov has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergey Panikov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Panikov misses with an uppercut. Nazarethyan saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
Panikov misses with a head kick.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Panikov is quick to defend against it.
Panikov throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan feinted with a counter takedown.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Panikov.
Panikov misses the shot to the body.
Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Panikov.
Nazarethyan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Nazarethyan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Panikov. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Panikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Panikov.
Sergey Panikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Panikov throws a hook but Nazarethyan avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Panikov.
Nazarethyan staying out of range there.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nazarethyan manages to avoid it.
Sergey Panikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Panikov catches Nazarethyan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Panikov throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nazarethyan defending well as Panikov loads up on a big left hand.
Nazarethyan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Panikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazarethyan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Panikov is quick to defend against it.
A jab from Panikov misses. #T3#
Panikov connects with a body shot.
Panikov missing with a left hand there. Nazarethyan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Panikov sprawls and moves away.
Panikov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nazarethyan tries to counter with a takedown but Panikov is quick to defend against it.
Panikov takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Panikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Panikov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nazarethyan has time to react.
A head kick misses from Panikov. #T4#
Panikov throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nazarethyan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Panikov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan attempts a counter takedown but Panikov avoids it well and moves away.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Panikov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Panikov misses with a looping right.
Panikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Panikov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Panikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Panikov throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Panikov keeping control of the position.
Panikov wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
It looks like Nazarethyan is going to stand back up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Panikov is looking for a sweep. Nazarethyan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Panikov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Panikov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sergey Panikov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Panikov misses with a head kick.
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Panikov sprawls and moves away.
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
The fighters circling - Panikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nazarethyan attempts a counter takedown but Panikov avoids it well and moves away.
Panikov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Panikov looks to land a combination but Nazarethyan avoids it well.
Nazarethyan attempts a counter takedown but Panikov avoids it well and moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Panikov misses the target. #T3#
A shot to the body from Panikov misses #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Panikov fights it but they end up in guard.
Nazarethyan wanted to stand there but Panikov had control of the position.
Panikov is pulling down on Nazarethyan's head. It's preventing any offense from Nazarethyan, at least for the moment.#T4#
Nazarethyan wanted to stand there but Panikov had control of the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Panikov has control of Nazarethyan's left arm, preventing Nazarethyan from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

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 Suren Nazarethyan.
I think Panikov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 27:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Panikov!
Sergey Panikov took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'You lose to slow learner with little skill, how you feel? I smoke cigarettes, 40 a day, and eat pizza.'.

Event: Death Squad 338:Heart v Pablo
Date: Sep 10, 2016

#R1#
Xi Jia lands with a good body shot.
Xi Jia attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Xi Jia misses the shot to the body.
Xi Jia throws a body shot but no joy.
Xi Jia looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nazarethyan feinted with a counter takedown.
Xi Jia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nazarethyan walks into a straight right hand from Xi Jia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Xi Jia gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Xi Jia throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nazarethyans head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nazarethyan. #T1#
Xi Jia doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nazarethyan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Xi Jia lands a nice shot to the body.
Xi Jia missing with knees to the body.
Xi Jia struggles to land a body shot inside as Nazarethyan controls his hands.
Xi Jia misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nazarethyan.
Xi Jia lands a right hand.
Xi Jia tries to pull guard but Nazarethyan won't allow it.
Xi Jia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Xi Jia throws a punch but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
Xi Jia throws a punch but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
Xi Jia gets underhooks to prevent Nazarethyan's takedown attempt.
Xi Jia stops a takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
Xi Jia has a couple of punches blocked by Nazarethyan.
Xi Jia misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Xi Jia throws a punch but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Xi Jia misses with a short punch on the inside.
Xi Jia lands with a right to the head.
Xi Jia throws a head punch that misses.
Xi Jia gets underhooks to prevent Nazarethyan's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suren Nazarethyan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Xi Jia working aggressively here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Xi Jia throws an elbow but misses.
Xi Jia lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nazarethyan backwards.
Nazarethyan is trying to drag Xi Jia to the mat but Xi Jia just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nazarethyan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Xi Jia after a bit of a struggle.
Xi Jia throws a head punch that misses.
Xi Jia throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Nazarethyan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nazarethyan drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Xi Jia gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Nazarethyan is looking for a takedown.
Xi Jia fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Xi Jia ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Xi Jia no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Nazarethyan has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Xi Jia is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Xi Jia is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nazarethyan defends well.#SUB2#
Xi Jia is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nazarethyan defends well.#T4##SUB2#
Xi Jia looking for subs off his back but Nazarethyan has passed one foot through into half guard.
Xi Jia is trying to control but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Xi Jia looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Nazarethyan pushes past his half guard into mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kang Xi Jia dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
Xi Jia fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nazarethyan is out of range.
A jab from Xi Jia misses.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Xi Jia throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Xi Jia wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Xi Jia throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xi Jia bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nazarethyan's guard. #REVB##T1#
Xi Jia pushing down on Nazarethyan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Xi Jia wants to pass to mount but Nazarethyan is defending the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nazarethyan is not content to let Xi Jia control the position.
Nazarethyan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Xi Jia sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Xi Jia tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nazarethyan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Xi Jia is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nazarethyan sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Xi Jia is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nazarethyan sees it coming and defends easily.
Xi Jia tries to pass to full mount but Nazarethyan defends it.
Xi Jia seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nazarethyan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Xi Jia trying to advance position but Nazarethyan counters by regaining guard.
Nazarethyan keeping full guard, as Xi Jia tries to pass. #T3#
Xi Jia wants to control from the top but Nazarethyan keeps moving.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Xi Jia throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Xi Jia fights it but they end up in guard.
Nazarethyan wanted to stand there but Xi Jia had control of the position. #SUB2#
Xi Jia has his foot on Nazarethyan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nazarethyan works his way back into a safe position though.
Xi Jia seems keen to control Nazarethyan's posture.#T4#
Xi Jia has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nazarethyan has passed into side control.
Xi Jia tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nazarethyan tries to stand but Xi Jia is controlling his head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Xi Jia is looking for a sweep.
Xi Jia is trying to control Nazarethyan's posture but Nazarethyan avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that second round.
That's time! Nazarethyan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab, jab by Xi Jia - just one landing.
Xi Jia throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Xi Jia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nazarethyan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Xi Jia throws a hook but Nazarethyan avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xi Jia throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Xi Jia misses with an uppercut.
Xi Jia is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
Xi Jia lands a nice looking body kick.
Xi Jia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Xi Jia does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A low kick from Xi Jia is predictable there #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan. #SUB2#
Nazarethyan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Xi Jia has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nazarethyan has managed to get both his arms back between Xi Jia's legs - danger averted.
Xi Jia trying to control the position here.
Xi Jia has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up. #T2#
Xi Jia pulls Nazarethyan in to control the position.
Suren Nazarethyan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nazarethyan would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nazarethyan takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Xi Jia fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nazarethyan on the side of the head.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Xi Jia.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Xi Jia.
Xi Jia misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Xi Jia sprawls and moves away.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Xi Jia.
Nazarethyan appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Xi Jia throws a shot from downtown. Nazarethyan moves away and avoids it.
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T4#
Xi Jia throws a leg kick #TD#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Xi Jia looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Xi Jia keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Xi Jia has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kang Xi Jia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Xi Jia has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kang Xi Jia!
During a confident post fight interview, Kang Xi Jia thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Death Squad 334:Wang v Breaker
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Guzman delivers a nice body kick.
Nazarethyan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Guzman.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Guzman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Guzman's guard.
Guzman is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nazarethyan is controlling him. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands and steps away. Guzman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Guzman connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guzman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Guzman didn't expect that.
Guzman managing to control the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#T1#
Guzman is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nazarethyan is controlling him.
Guzman tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A low kick from Guzman misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Guzman! #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up.
Guzman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dzuzaska Guzman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Guzman throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet. Guzman looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Guzman swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Guzman misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Guzman fights it but they end up in guard. #ES#
Guzman uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T3#
Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Guzman.
Guzman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Guzman.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Guzman defends it well.
Nazarethyan is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Guzman.#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Nazarethyan blocks a low kick nicely.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Guzman looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Guzman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A low kick from Guzman misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Guzman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nazarethyan's guard. #REVR#
Nazarethyan wants to stand up but Guzman is controlling him. #T4#
Guzman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nazarethyan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Guzman trying to stand up but can't free himself from Nazarethyan's guard.
Guzman is stalling in the full guard.
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 Dzuzaska Guzman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nazarethyan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Guzman throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Guzman defends it well.
Guzman misses with a leg kick #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Guzman wants to stand up but Nazarethyan is controlling him.
Guzman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Guzman managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Guzman is working an open guard so Nazarethyan takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T1#
Guzman scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Guzman misses.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Guzman stuns Nazarethyan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Guzman misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Guzman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Guzman avoids it easily.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Guzman misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan. #ES#
Guzman has his feet on Nazarethyan's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Guzman looks to land a combination but Nazarethyan avoids it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Guzman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Guzman misses with a low kick as Nazarethyan jumps back.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A low kick from Guzman is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Guzman tries to roll over but Nazarethyan keeps him under control.
Guzman is controlling Nazarethyan's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Guzman definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Guzman is trying to stand up here but Nazarethyan is controlling him well.
Guzman regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Guzman looking to control. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands and steps away. Guzman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Guzman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dzuzaska Guzman is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Guzman misses its intended target.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Guzman throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Guzman's guard.#SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
A low kick from Guzman is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Guzman wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Guzman is looking to escape.#T4##SU2#
Nazarethyan decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Guzman throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up out of the half guard.
Nazarethyan checks a low kick from Guzman.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Guzman pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Guzman misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Nazarethyan blocks the leg kick.
Guzman throws a body shot but no joy.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Guzman pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Guzman.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
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 Dzuzaska Guzman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Guzman throws a big shot that misses.
Guzman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Guzman throws Nazarethyan to one side and escapes!
Guzman is looking to wear down Nazarethyan with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Guzman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Guzman throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Guzman controls Nazarethyan momentarily but Nazarethyan frees himself.
Guzman has control of Nazarethyan's left arm, preventing Nazarethyan from doing any damage. #T1##ES#
Guzman has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Nazarethyan off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Guzman misses with a leg kick #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Guzman wants to hit a switch here but Nazarethyan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Guzman there! #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!#T2#
A slow jab from Guzman misses its intended target.
A lazy body kick from Guzman #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Guzman manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Guzman gets through Nazarethyan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nazarethyan keeps control of Guzman as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nazarethyan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Guzman fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nazarethyan moves out of range as Guzman throws a body kick.
Nazarethyan ducks right into an uppercut from Guzman.
Nazarethyan checks a leg kick nicely.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Guzman loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Guzman throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Guzman won't be happy with that. #ES#
Guzman throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Guzman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Guzman misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Guzman fights it but they end up in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Guzman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Guzman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Guzman is standing up over Nazarethyan. Nazarethyan looks to escape but Guzman dives into side control. #T4#
Nazarethyan is pushing Guzman's head away, looking to escape. Guzman manages to hold on to the position though.
Guzman is looking to take a break and control but Nazarethyan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Guzman staying calm.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dzuzaska Guzman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Guzman, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dzuzaska Guzman!
A victorious Dzuzaska Guzman thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Death Squad 330:Karol v Roman
Date: Aug 14, 2016

#R1#
Zsasz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zsasz lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Zsasz lands with a thumping leg kick.
Victor Zsasz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zsasz throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zsasz!
Zsasz is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nazarethyan asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Zsasz manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #T1#
Zsasz misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Zsasz wants to get back to full guard.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
A low kick from Zsasz misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan.
Zsasz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Zsasz is working an open guard so Nazarethyan takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2#
Zsasz throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zsasz trying to keep a closed guard but Nazarethyan is proving a slippery customer. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from Zsasz's guard - Nazarethyan perhaps looking for a knockout.
Zsasz tries to land a body kick#TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet. Zsasz looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Zsasz throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zsasz!
Zsasz tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#T3#
Zsasz is trying to stand back up.
Nazarethyan is hanging on to Zsasz's back as he tries to escape.
Nazarethyan controls the action.#T4#
Zsasz trying to get back to his feet but Nazarethyan is in full control for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
That's time! Zsasz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Zsasz misses with a body shot #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nazarethyan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Zsasz feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nazarethyan's calf.
Nice jab there from Zsasz.
Zsasz thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zsasz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Zsasz thuds a left hand into Nazarethyan's body.#T1#
Zsasz throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control. #SU2#
Nazarethyan has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
A low kick from Zsasz is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and waves to Zsasz to follow him.
Nazarethyan ducks under a wild hook from Zsasz.
Zsasz wants to land a leg kick but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Victor Zsasz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zsasz.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Zsasz throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick from Zsasz is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control. #SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up. Nazarethyan steps back and let's Zsasz get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan checks a low kick from Zsasz.
Zsasz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Zsasz avoids it easily.
Zsasz darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Zsasz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Zsasz throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zsasz misses with a looping right.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.#T3#
Zsasz with a jab.
A low kick from Zsasz misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zsasz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Zsasz.
Zsasz throws a nice looking combination but Nazarethyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A low kick from Zsasz misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zsasz!
Zsasz is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nazarethyan asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Zsasz to his feet.
A left lands for Zsasz.
Zsasz tries to work over Nazarethyan's front leg with a kick but Nazarethyan checks it.
Zsasz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazarethyan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
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 Victor Zsasz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Zsasz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Zsasz.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Zsasz defends it well.
Zsasz throws a predictable looking body shot #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
Zsasz is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Nazarethyan presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Zsasz has had enough of the clinch but Nazarethyan keeps him there for the moment.
Zsasz throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Nazarethyan blocks it with crossed arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Zsasz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A lazy body kick from Zsasz #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Zsasz's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zsasz managing to control the position. #T1#
Nazarethyan won't allow Zsasz to sweep him here.
Nazarethyan won't allow Zsasz to get back to his feet.
Zsasz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Zsasz is looking to stand up but Nazarethyan isn't so interested in that idea.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zsasz connects with a leg kick. Nazarethyan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Zsasz thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and waves to Zsasz to follow him.
Zsasz throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Zsasz tries to kick Nazarethyan off in order to stand up. Nazarethyan Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Zsasz really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Zsasz is trying to get back to half guard.#T3##SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up.
Zsasz misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Zsasz fights it but they end up in guard.
Zsasz trying to keep a closed guard but Nazarethyan is proving a slippery customer.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Nazarethyan is standing up over Zsasz. Zsasz looks to escape but Nazarethyan dives into side control. #SU2#
Nazarethyan has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T4#
Zsasz with a jab.
Zsasz throws a low kick, looking for Nazarethyan's leg but Nazarethyan calmly moves out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Zsasz misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Zsasz fights it but they end up in guard.
Nazarethyan stopping the sweep attempt from Zsasz.
Zsasz wants to get back to his feet but Nazarethyan is in a dominant position and won't allow it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Suren Nazarethyan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nazarethyan has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!
In defeat, Victor Zsasz stepped up to the mic, saying 'Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to getting pussy so mothafucka!! i fucking demand a rematch or else get me some pussy to fuck hard.'.

Event: Death Squad 324:Karol v Vitali
Date: Jul 23, 2016

#R1#
Crowe missing with a left hand there. Nazarethyan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Crowe thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crowe has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up.
Crowe pulls Nazarethyan in close to prevent any damage.
Crowe wants to hit a switch here but Nazarethyan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Crowe there!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crowe tries to hold on but Nazarethyan pushes him away. #T1#
Crowe is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Crowe is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Crowe is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
Crowe is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Crowe tries to hold on but Nazarethyan pushes him away.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Crowe is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nazarethyan avoids the attempt from Crowe to control.
Nazarethyan is looking to stand but Crowe has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage. #T3#
Nazarethyan prevents Crowe from getting the reversal.
Nazarethyan is looking to stand but Crowe has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Nazarethyan avoids the attempt from Crowe to control.
Crowe really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Crowe tries to hold on but Nazarethyan pushes him away.
Crowe really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Crowe looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#T4#
Crowe rolls, trying to escape but Nazarethyan keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Crowe prevents his opponent from getting back to his feet.
Crowe trying to control the hands but Nazarethyan breaks the grip.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
That's time! Crowe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Crowe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Crowe.
Crowe throws a body shot but no joy.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Crowe pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Crowe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Crowe. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Crowe moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crowe misses with some punches.
Nazarethyan is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Crowe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Crowe lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Nazarethyan blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Nazarethyan is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Crowe can't fight it off and eventually Nazarethyan manages to take the fight to the floor. Crowe looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Crowe has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Crowe is pulling down on Nazarethyan's head to control his posture.
Crowe tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Crowe is pulling down on Nazarethyan's head to control his posture.
Crowe looking for a sweep. Not yet Crowe, not yet.
Crowe lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Nazarethyan wants to stand up but Crowe is controlling him.
Crowe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Crowe trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazarethyan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Nazarethyan is looking to stand up but Crowe isn't so interested in that idea.
Crowe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Crowe is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nazarethyan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Crowe.
Crowe throwing strikes from guard but Nazarethyan blocks nicely.
Crowe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Crowe definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nazarethyan keeping moving, preventing Crowe from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Crowe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Crowe misses with a low kick as Nazarethyan jumps back.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Crowe misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Nazarethyan would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Crowe has control of Nazarethyan's left arm, preventing Nazarethyan from doing any damage.
Nazarethyan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Crowe's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Crowe dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Crowe throws a nice inside leg kick.
A big right from Crowe misses.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Crowe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nazarethyan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Crowe. Crowe obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crowe throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Crowe fights it but they end up in guard. #SU2#
Crowe is working an open guard so Nazarethyan takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T1#
Crowe misses with an uppercut. Nazarethyan saw that one coming.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Crowe connects with a single shot there.
Crowe throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Crowe didn't expect that.
Nazarethyan wanted to stand there but Crowe had control of the position.
Crowe wants to get back to his feet but Nazarethyan is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
Crowe has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up.
Crowe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Crowe is controlling Nazarethyan's posture.
Crowe has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nazarethyan has passed into side control. #T3#
Nazarethyan working away.
Nazarethyan tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Crowe tries to bench press Nazarethyan off him but Nazarethyan keeps the position.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Crowe is controlling his arm.
Crowe has one of Nazarethyan's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Crowe lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Crowe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crowe does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Crowe lands with an overhand left.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Crowe loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Crowe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Johnny Crowe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Crowe 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johnny Crowe!

Event: Death Squad 321:F'gus v Rutten
Date: Jul 10, 2016

#R1#
Shishunaga misses with a hook.
Nazarethyan moves away from the strike by Shishunaga.
Shishunaga scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Shishunaga misses with a straight right.
Shishunaga scores with a decent looking hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shishunaga. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shishunaga lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A slow jab from Shishunaga misses its intended target.
Shishunaga throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Shishunaga scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Shishunaga avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan avoids the head kick by Shishunaga.
Nice straight punches there by Shishunaga. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Shishunaga.
Shishunaga is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Shishunaga connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Shishunaga throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shishunaga will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Shishunaga tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Shishunaga fights it but they end up in guard.
Nazarethyan has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Shishunaga is proving hard to escape from. #T2#
Shishunaga looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nazarethyan is one step ahead there.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Shishunaga has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Nazarethyan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Shishunaga trying to keep a closed guard but Nazarethyan is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Shishunaga looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Nazarethyan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shishunaga has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nazarethyan has managed to get both his arms back between Shishunaga's legs - danger averted.
Shishunaga is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nazarethyan is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Shishunaga loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big left from Shishunaga misses.
Shishunaga connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Shishunaga thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nazarethyan if he has to take too many more of those.
Kalashoka Shishunaga is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shishunaga misses with a body shot. #T4#
Nazarethyan moves out of range as Shishunaga strikes.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Shishunaga pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Shishunaga.
Shishunaga misses with a straight right.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Shishunaga defends it well.
Shishunaga tried to score with a low kick but Nazarethyan checks it.
Nazarethyan checks a low kick from Shishunaga.
Shishunaga misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shishunaga swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shishunaga swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Shishunaga avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kalashoka Shishunaga dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Shishunaga throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Shishunaga scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shishunaga.
Shishunaga wants to clinch.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Shishunaga pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Shishunaga throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Shishunaga avoids it easily.
A leg kick checked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
Nazarethyan avoids a kick to the body.
Nazarethyan needs to keep his hands up - Shishunaga had a free shot at his head there.
A lazy left from Shishunaga finds it's target.
Shishunaga swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
A jab from Shishunaga misses.
Shishunaga is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nazarethyan can do to turn this around?
Shishunaga misses the shot to the body.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Shishunaga.
Shishunaga misses with a low kick as Nazarethyan jumps back.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Shishunaga throws a jab but it's blocked by Nazarethyan. #T2#
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shishunaga.
Kalashoka Shishunaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shishunaga throws the left hand but Nazarethyan avoids the punch easily.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Shishunaga tries to clinch but Nazarethyan is having none of it.
Shishunaga throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Shishunaga looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Shishunaga throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan.
Shishunaga will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shishunaga is trying to keep Nazarethyan in close.
Shishunaga throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #T3##SUB#
Shishunaga working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nazarethyan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nazarethyan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nazarethyan preventing the sweep.
Nazarethyan has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Shishunaga is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Shishunaga has his foot on Nazarethyan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nazarethyan works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Shishunaga looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nazarethyan passes into side control.
Shishunaga wants to control but Nazarethyan postures up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nazarethyan tries to stand but Shishunaga is controlling his head.
Shishunaga tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shishunaga tries to lock up and control but Nazarethyan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Shishunaga slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Shishunaga trying to control from the bottom.
Nazarethyan wants to stand up but Shishunaga is controlling the position.
Shishunaga wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shishunaga wants to get back to full guard but Nazarethyan has mounted him!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kalashoka Shishunaga dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Shishunaga misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Shishunaga has taken the fight to the clinch.
Shishunaga stops a takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
A head punch on the inside from Shishunaga fails to land.
Nazarethyan looking for a takedown.
Shishunaga can't find room to land a body shot as Nazarethyan controls the action.
Shishunaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nazarethyan's elbow.
Nazarethyan tries for a takedown but Shishunaga manages to get underhooks.
Kalashoka Shishunaga has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suren Nazarethyan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Shishunaga misses with some punches. #T1#
Shishunaga misses with the head strike.
Shishunaga stops a takedown attempt from Nazarethyan.
Shishunaga makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nazarethyan blocks an uppercut.
Nazarethyan wants a takedown.
Shishunaga trying to land knees to the body.
Shishunaga misses with a punch on the inside.
Nazarethyan is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Shishunaga.
Nazarethyan goes for a takedown attempt but Shishunaga pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nazarethyan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Shishunaga.
Kalashoka Shishunaga is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nazarethyan checks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Shishunaga misses with a low kick.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shishunaga misses with a straight left.
Shishunaga tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan checks a low kick from Shishunaga.
Shishunaga fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nazarethyan checks it well.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Shishunaga throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Shishunaga avoids it easily.
Shishunaga throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.#T3#
Shishunaga scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nazarethyan doesn't seem bothered though.
A cross from Shishunaga lands.
Shishunaga with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Shishunaga throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Shishunaga looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Shishunaga avoids it easily.
Shishunaga misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Shishunaga defends it well.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the body kick from Shishunaga.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Shishunaga takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Shishunaga pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Shishunaga misses with a low kick. #T4#
Shishunaga is looking to land body kicks.
Shishunaga misses with the combination.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan checks a leg kick.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nazarethyan takes one to the chin there.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Shishunaga pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shishunaga throws a sloppy head kick and Nazarethyan moves out of range easily.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kalashoka Shishunaga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shishunaga, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:26
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:26
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kalashoka Shishunaga!
An out of breath Kalashoka Shishunaga thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Death Squad 316:Ashley v FLoyd
Date: Jun 25, 2016

#R1#
Grimm wants to land a leg kick but Nazarethyan is out of range.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Grimm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Grimm misses with a combination #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Grimm's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Grimm is controlling his posture from full guard.
Grimm is trying to control the position but Nazarethyan postures up.
Grimm will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Grimm has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Grimm is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Grimm wants to sweep but no luck. #T1##SUB#
Grimm working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Nazarethyan has passed into half guard!
Grimm trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grimm can't escape the position.
Grimm is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Grimm is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Grimm's coaches at El Tico 's Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Grimm regains half guard.
Nazarethyan tries to stand and escape but Grimm is controlling the position.
Grimm is controlling Nazarethyan's trapped leg to prevent Nazarethyan from advancing to side control.
Grimm wants to get back to full guard but Nazarethyan has mounted him!#T3#
Grimm tries to control Nazarethyan's body but Nazarethyan pushes him off. Grimm squirms to his side and now Nazarethyan has his back!
Grimm trying to control the hands but Nazarethyan won't let him.
Nazarethyan is hanging on to Grimm's back as he tries to escape.
Grimm just trying to survive but Nazarethyan is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nazarethyan controlling well, preventing Grimm from escaping the position.
Nazarethyan has good solid back control here.
Grimm rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Grimm wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grimm trying to control from the bottom.
Grimm moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Grimm throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Grimm defends it well.
Grimm tries to score with a low kick but Nazarethyan moves his leg out of the way.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Grimm avoids it easily.
Grimm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Grimm defends it well.
Nazarethyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grimm.
Nazarethyan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Grimm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimm throws a jab but it's blocked by Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Grimm is looking to chop away at Nazarethyan's legs.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Grimm defends it well.
Grimm misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T1#
Nazarethyan tries to stand but Grimm is controlling from the bottom.
Grimm looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Grimm is working hard here to advance position.
Grimm is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Grimm throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Nazarethyan escapes and throws Grimm's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Grimm trying his best to control but Nazarethyan has mounted him.
Grimm flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Grimm is working to get back to half guard. #T3#
Grimm tries to lock up and control but Nazarethyan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nazarethyan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Grimm really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Grimm is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Grimm is working to get back to half guard.
Nazarethyan tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Grimm tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nazarethyan tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grimm is desperately trying to improve his position but Nazarethyan has a good base and remains in mount.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Grimm is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suren Nazarethyan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Grimm.
Nazarethyan avoids the head kick by Grimm.
Grimm thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Grimm wants to get back to full guard.
Nazarethyan wants to get back to his feet.
Grimm is trying to maintain the position but Nazarethyan is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
It looks like Nazarethyan is going to stand back up. #T1#
Grimm tries to get to full guard but Nazarethyan has control of the leg.
Nazarethyan wants to stand but Grimm has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Grimm wants to improve his position but Nazarethyan is controlling well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Grimm swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan checks a leg kick nicely.
Auguste Grimm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A bone on bone clash there as Nazarethyan blocks the leg kick.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Grimm takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Grimm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazarethyan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Grimm. Nazarethyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Grimm throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Grimm connects with a body shot.
Grimm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Grimm looks to land a left hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range nicely.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Grimm misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nazarethyan takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Grimm scoring well with a low kick there.
Grimm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nazarethyan moves away.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Grimm goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Grimm looks to land a combination but Nazarethyan avoids it well.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Grimm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Grimm throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Grimm scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T4#
Nazarethyan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grimm.
Grimm misses with a head kick.
Nazarethyan avoids the head kick by Grimm.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nazarethyan takes one to the side of the head.
Auguste Grimm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nazarethyan moves away from the strike by Grimm.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Grimm misses with a low kick as Nazarethyan jumps back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grimm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grimm throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Grimm has a closed guard, preventing Nazarethyan from standing up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Auguste Grimm showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nazarethyan has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Suren Nazarethyan!

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