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Event:
Madness MMA 17: Wrecked
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1#
VaraKolaudov leaves Mironov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mironov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Mironov backs off VaraKolaudov throws a huge counter combo but Mironov manages to avoid it all.
Mironov stalks VaraKolaudov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into VaraKolaudov's face. VaraKolaudov staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#
It looks like Mawzer VaraKolaudov has been cut.
Mironov tries a head kick but it misses.
VaraKolaudov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mironov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
VaraKolaudov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mironov.
VaraKolaudov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
VaraKolaudov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Mironov.
Mironov thows a leg kick but VaraKolaudov checks it
and VaraKolaudov counters with a big head kick but Mironov shrugs it off.
Mironov fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Mironov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mironov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Mironov throws a left and a right that both miss
and VaraKolaudov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick misses from Mironov.
VaraKolaudov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mironov misses with a body shot.
Nice takedown defense from VaraKolaudov. No joy for Mironov on that attempt.
Despite the aggression on VaraKolaudov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mironov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
VaraKolaudov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mironov.
Mironov tries for a takedown but VaraKolaudov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
VaraKolaudov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mironov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from VaraKolaudov misses.#T3#
Mironov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mironov misses with a wild combination.
Mironov misses with a body shot.
VaraKolaudov is looking for the big counter here.
Mironov shoots in for a takedown but VaraKolaudov shows good takedown defense.
Mironov throws a series of punches but VaraKolaudov moves out of range.
VaraKolaudov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mironov.
Sergei Mironov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Mironov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
VaraKolaudov throws a counter combo.
Mawzer VaraKolaudov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mironov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mironov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
VaraKolaudov throws a counter combo.
Mironov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Mironov shoots and misses
and VaraKolaudov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mironov swings for the body but VaraKolaudov moves out of range.
VaraKolaudov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mironov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on VaraKolaudov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mironov throws a body shot but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Mironov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mawzer VaraKolaudov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Mironov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Despite the aggression on VaraKolaudov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mironov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but VaraKolaudov manages to avoid it.#TD#
Mironov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
VaraKolaudov pushes Mironov off and gets back to his feet.
Mironov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and VaraKolaudov counters with a left and a right that stings Mironov.
Mironov lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mironov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but VaraKolaudov manages to avoid it.#T1##TD#
Mironov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching VaraKolaudov on his heels. He'll look to pass VaraKolaudov's guard now, I'm sure.#ES2#
VaraKolaudov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Mironov lands a lovely overhand right.
Mironov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mironov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
VaraKolaudov is looking for the big counter here.
Sloppy strikes from Mironov. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Mironov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mironov tries to free his leg and advance position but VaraKolaudov is retaining full guard.
Mironov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that VaraKolaudov can do to turn this around?
VaraKolaudov is wriggling around but Mironov manages to pass to half guard.
VaraKolaudov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mironov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
VaraKolaudov tries to kick Mironov off but Mironov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
VaraKolaudov is trying to escape back to his feet but Mironov uses the scramble to pass into side control.
VaraKolaudov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Mironov wants to lay and pray for a moment but VaraKolaudov keeps working.
VaraKolaudov 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.
Mironov scores with punches from side control. #T4#
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.
VaraKolaudov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mironov falls off balance throwing a combination
and VaraKolaudov counters with a one-two to the body.
Mironov looks to land a body kick but VaraKolaudov moved away.
VaraKolaudov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mironov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Mironov backs off VaraKolaudov throws a huge counter combo but Mironov manages to avoid it all.
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 Sergei Mironov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mawzer VaraKolaudov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
VaraKolaudov defending well as Mironov loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from VaraKolaudov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mironov misses with a takedown attempt - VaraKolaudov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
VaraKolaudov throws out a counter right but Mironov avoids it with no problem.
Sergei Mironov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mironov misses with a double jab
and VaraKolaudov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mironov thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mironov!
Nice takedown defense from VaraKolaudov. No joy for Mironov on that attempt.
Mironov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Mironov tries for a takedown but VaraKolaudov circles away easily
and VaraKolaudov counters with a head kick. That will keep Mironov thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Mironov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
VaraKolaudov slips under a jab.
Mironov misses with a wild body shot.
Mironov misses with a leg kick.
Mironov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts VaraKolaudov as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Mironov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
VaraKolaudov is looking for the big counter here.
Mironov misses with an uppercut
and VaraKolaudov counters with a two punch combo.
Mironov looks to score with a jab to the body but VaraKolaudov is just out of range.
Mironov shoots for a double leg takedown but VaraKolaudov sprawls well. He's pushed Mironov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Despite the aggression on VaraKolaudov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A lazy body kick from Mironov
and VaraKolaudov counters with a left and a right that stings Mironov.
Mironov throws a right hand that misses
and VaraKolaudov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mironov tries for a takedown but VaraKolaudov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sergei Mironov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Mironov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Mironov.
Mironov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A nice side step and VaraKolaudov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
VaraKolaudov gets caught flat footed, as Mironov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Mironov with a nice head shot there.
Mironov won't allow VaraKolaudov to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Mironov drops back looking for a leg! VaraKolaudov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and VaraKolaudov manages to kick Mironov off! Mironov jumps back into VaraKolaudov's guard. #T4#
VaraKolaudov is looking to stand up but Mironov isn't so interested in that idea.
Mawzer VaraKolaudov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. VaraKolaudov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
VaraKolaudov trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Mironov fails to land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
VaraKolaudov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
VaraKolaudov throws an elbow that misses.
Mironov tries to score a body lock takedown but VaraKolaudov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
VaraKolaudov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mawzer VaraKolaudov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mironov 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergei Mironov!
Sergei Mironov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Mawzer VaraKolaudov stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wasn't my destiny to win I had fun regardless its about the journey my friends'.
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Event:
Madness MMA 11: Havoc
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Boromir throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mironov! But no joy.
Mironov cracks Boromir with an open hand slap.
Mironov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Boromir counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boromir looks to land a right hand but Mironov moved out of range.
Mironov shoots in looking for a takedown but Boromir manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mironov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Mironov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Boromir is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mironov off and has taken his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mironov wants to get back to his feet.
Boromir just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Mironov is in bad spot here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Boromir trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Mironov doesn't escape.
Mironov trying to get back to his feet but Boromir is in full control for now.
Boromir keeps control of the position as Mironov tries to break free.
#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.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Mironov trying to control the hands but Boromir won't let him.
Boromir is trying to stick to Mironov's back but Mironov is turning into Boromir. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Boromir's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Mironov.#T3#
Boromir wants to improve his position but instead Mironov has moved into half guard.
Boromir is trying to control but can't.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mironov lands a nice short elbow.
The fighters are battling for position here. Boromir manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Mironov lands a couple of elbows.
Boromir looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mironov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boromir swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boromir manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mironov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T4#
Boromir tries to free his leg and advance position but Mironov is retaining full guard.
Boromir is pushing down on Mironov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mironov is fighting to maintain full guard but Boromir has managed to sneak the leg through.
Mironov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boromir passes Mironov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mironov tries to roll over but Boromir keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Captain Boromir dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Boromir connects with a solid leg kick.
Boromir looks to land a body kick but Mironov moved away.#TD2#
Mironov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Mironov works his way into full mount!
Boromir is trying desperately to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boromir is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Mironov tries to control but Boromir wriggling away.
Boromir is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1#
Mironov unloading with bombs!
Boromir is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Mironov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Mironov trying to control but Boromir is having none of it.
Boromir can't escape the position.
#T2##SUB2#
Mironov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Boromir has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Mironov goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Boromir turns into him and now he's in Mironov's guard.
Boromir wants to get up but he can't break Mironov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T3#
Mironov wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Boromir is now in half guard.
Mironov wants to improve his position but Boromir is controlling well.
Boromir looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boromir slows the pace down in half guard.
Sergei Mironov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mironov wants to improve his position but Boromir is controlling well.
Mironov gets back to full guard.
#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.
Boromir postures up.
Boromir passes Mironov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boromir is looking to take a break and control but Mironov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boromir controlling the action here.
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.
Sergei Mironov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
Mironov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
You can see the frustration on Boromir's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mironov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Boromir down.
Mironov working the ground and pound.
Mironov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mironov is looking to take a break and control but Boromir is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boromir is being controlled here. #T1#
Boromir wants to control but Mironov postures up.
Mironov trying to control the action but Boromir is working from the bottom.
Boromir is being controlled here.
Boromir is looking to regain half guard here but Mironov keeps moving and retains side control.
Mironov is putting a hurting on Boromir here, landing some big shots from side control.
Mironov wants to control but Boromir is keeping him busy.
Boromir is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mironov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Boromir is trying to get back to half guard.
Mironov misses with the ground and pound.
Mironov lands a nice forearm strike.
Mironov is chipping away with strikes.
Mironov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Boromir manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Mironov is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Boromir works his way into full mount!
Mironov is trying to escape the mount.
Mironov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Mironov trying to control the position from guard on top but Boromir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Mironov is looking to work some ground and pound but Boromir has wrist control.
Mironov is stalling in the full guard.
Mironov trying to move into half guard but instead Boromir has managed to sweep!#REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boromir trying to control but Mironov is working from the bottom.
Boromir is pushing down on Mironov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mironov is fighting to maintain full guard but Boromir has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Mironov really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Mironov fails to land with a series of punches.
Boromir throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mironov.
Boromir lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mironov at a distance.
Mironov lands with a good body shot.
Boromir motions for Mironov to come forward. Boromir throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mironov or perhaps it was just good defense by Boromir, which made it look bad.
Boromir tried to counter with a leg kick but Mironov avoided it.
Boromir lands with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Sergei Mironov has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boromir lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mironov circles away quickly and effectively.
Boromir throws a low kick, looking for Mironov's leg but Mironov calmly moves out of range.
Mironov lands a leg kick that knocks Boromir off balance momentarily.#T1#
Boromir throws an overhand right that lands on Mironov's shoulder, as Mironov tries to avoid the shot.
Mironov digs a good body shot into Boromir's ribs.
Mironov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mironov misses with a double jab.
We've been told by Boromir's head coaches at Scotty's Yard that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Boromir displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mironov.
Boromir ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Captain Boromir seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boromir is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mironov.
A jab from Boromir misses.
Boromir scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Captain Boromir is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mironov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2#
A jab from Boromir misses.
Mironov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mironov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Mironov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Boromir's half guard.#ES#
Boromir kicks off Mironov and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mironov throws a combination that misses
and Boromir counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Captain Boromir is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boromir throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mironov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A combination from Boromir does no damage.
Mironov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boromir with a body shot.
Mironov misses with a combination
and Boromir counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mironov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3#
Boromir missing with a left hand there. Mironov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mironov ducks under a wild hook from Boromir.
Mironov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Captain Boromir is winning the standup battle so far.
Mironov lands a high kick!
Mironov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mironov ducks under a wild hook from Boromir.
Boromir throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boromir lands a really nice looking cross but Mironov seems unphased.
Boromir thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boromir wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice shot by Boromir.
Mironov throws a leg kick
and Boromir counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
A clash of legs there as Mironov blocks the low kick.
Mironov moves away from the strike by Boromir.
Boromir tried to score with a low kick but Mironov checks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mironov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Boromir sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mironov somewhat.
Captain Boromir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Mironov.
Boromir misses with a hook. Mironov ducked under it nicely.
Boromir misses with a body kick.
Boromir defending well as Mironov loads up on a big left hand.
Boromir throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Captain Boromir had his way with Sergei Mironov in that round.
The cut man is working on Sergei Mironov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Boromir misses with a low kick as Mironov jumps back.
Boromir lands with a cross.
Boromir scoring well with a low kick there.
Decent striking displayed by Boromir there.
Boromir looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mironov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Boromir scores with a four punch combination!
Boromir comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mironov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boromir quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Boromir throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Decent striking displayed by Boromir there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boromir misses with the combination.
#T1##TD2#
Mironov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Boromir tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mironov is in Boromir's guard.#ES#
Boromir manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Boromir softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mironov misses with a knee strike.
Boromir keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mironov's efforts to push away.
Mironov tries to stall but Boromir uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Mironov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A nice right hand lands inside from Boromir.
Boromir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mironov can do to turn this around?
Boromir comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T2#
Mironov is pushing Boromir up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mironov wants to take the fight to the mat but Boromir manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mironov trying to stall but Boromir improves his position.
Mironov trying to control the position but instead, Boromir has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mironov into the cage.
Mironov seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Mironov trying to control the position but instead, Boromir has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mironov into the cage.
Boromir lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mironov is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Boromir digs a right hand into Mironov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mironov's gas tank.
Mironov is looking to control Boromir's arms but Boromir gets an underhook and turns him. Now Mironov has his back to the cage.
Boromir pushes Mironov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Boromir connects with a nasty looking knee right to Mironov's face.
#T3#
Boromir lands a damaging elbow.
Boromir misses with a knee strike.
Knees in the clinch landing for Boromir.
Boromir with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Boromir throws an elbow but misses.
Mironov throws a head punch that misses.
Boromir misses with a knee to the head.
A frustrated look appears on Mironov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Mironov throws an elbow but it misses.
Mironov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Boromir is keeping busy.
Mironov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Boromir.
Boromir scores a nice knee to the body.
Boromir landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T4#
Boromir tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mironov's elbow.
Boromir tries to work over Mironov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mironov has a couple of punches blocked by Boromir.
Captain Boromir has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Boromir tries to land knees in the clinch but Mironov avoids the damage to the body.
Boromir tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A short right from Boromir on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mironov tries to circle away but Boromir has him pinned against the cage.
Boromir blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mironov takes an elbow to the temple.
Boromir with a knee to the head.
Mironov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nice body punch from Boromir.
Boromir tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mironov avoids it.
Boromir lands a hook that snaps the head of Mironov backwards. #TD2#
Mironov tightens his grip and picks Boromir up, before dumping him to the ground. Boromir manages to land in guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Captain Boromir showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Boromir has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 48:47
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Captain Boromir!
Captain Boromir retains his super heavyweight title!
A victorious Captain Boromir thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Madness MMA 7: Tormented
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
County rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mironov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
County is looking to clinch but Mironov is avoiding it.
Mironov scores with a head kick. County tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
County takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mironov throws a shot from downtown. County moves away and avoids it.
A head kick from Mironov lands but County takes it in his stride.
Mironov moves out of range as County strikes.#CL#
County moves into the clinch successfully.
Mironov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. County fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice defenses there by Mironov.
Nice defenses there by Mironov.
County has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mironov finds it's way round the side to connect with County's head.
A telegraphed right hand from County misses the target.
County will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mironov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling County to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Sergei Mironov has been cut.
County tries to clinch up.
Mironov wants to counter the offense by County and move into the clinch position.#T1#
County lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mironov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
County moves in looking to clinch but Mironov pushes him off.
No luck for County with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe County. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mironov connects with a body shot.#TD2#
Mironov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
County tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mironov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mironov in side control, throwing shots but County defends.
Mironov tries to score with some ground and pound. County controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Mironov working away.#T2#
Mironov is looking to take a break and control but County is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
County tries to bench press Mironov off him but Mironov keeps the position. #SUB2#
Mironov swings around for an armbar but County sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Mironov's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mironov wants to sweep here but County controlling him for the moment.
Mironov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from County.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Mironov striking off his back but it's not causing County any problems.
County controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
County preventing the sweep.
Mironov trying to keep a closed guard but County is proving a slippery customer.
County has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mironov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
County is pulling down on Mironov's head to control his posture. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
County keeping moving, preventing Mironov from controlling successfully.
County pulls Mironov in close to prevent any damage.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Mironov tries to free his leg and advance position but County is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mironov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
County is looking to clinch.
Mironov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces County back to the cage. Mironov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Mironov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt County.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Mironov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergei Mironov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
County wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Mironov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mironov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts County as he jumps to the side.
County cracks Mironov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Joe County seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
County wants to clinch but Mironov slips to the side#TD2#
and Mironov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
County avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mironov.
County is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
County is not content to let Mironov control the position.
Mironov controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Mironov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mironov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed County's head.
Mironov controlling the action here.
Mironov works his way into side control.
Mironov wants to control but County is keeping him busy. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
County struggling a bit here.
Mironov throwing strikes but County manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Mironov tries to bench press County off him but County keeps the position.
Mironov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Mironov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
County seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
County takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
County is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
County is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Mironov is trying to get back to full guard.
Mironov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
County sitting in guard here, content to control.
Mironov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Mironov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and County defends well.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as County accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #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.
That was a close second round but I would say that Joe County will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergei Mironov's cut.
That's time! County's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
County throws a hook but Mironov avoids it easily.
County throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD2#
Mironov scores with a takedown into County's guard.
Mironov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
County is adopting a defensive guard.
County keeping moving, preventing Mironov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mironov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
County seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T1#
County preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
County 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.
Mironov controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mironov misses with a wild combination.
County misses with a shot to the body
and Mironov counters with a nice body kick. #TD2#
Mironov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T2#
Mironov trying to control the position but County is working away. #SU2#
Mironov stands up and we're back to a striking position.
County misses the jab.
The fighters circling - County throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mironov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sloppy strikes from Mironov. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
County pushes Mironov up against the cage in a clinch.
County lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mironov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mironov goes for a takedown attempt but County pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
County fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mironov manages to avoid it.
Mironov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sergei Mironov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mironov throws a series of punches but County moves out of range.
County drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mironov sprawls and moves away.
Mironov throws a sloppy head kick and County moves out of range easily. #T3#
A jab from Mironov misses.
County shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mironov but Mironov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mironov scores with a jab.
County fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mironov avoids it really well and circles away.
Mironov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from County with a body shot.
Mironov takes one to the side of the head.
#TD2#
Mironov looking to score a takedown here. County is defending well but Mironov drives through and ends up in County's guard.
County pulls Mironov in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Mironov trying to control but County is working from the bottom.
Mironov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
County keeping full guard, as Mironov tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mironov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergei Mironov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mironov 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergei Mironov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergei Mironov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Madness MMA Clown Chaos 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Philosophical slips under a jab.
A head kick misses from Mironov.
Mironov takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Sergei Mironov has been cut.
Philosophical cracks Mironov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mironov fails with a takedown attempt.
Philosophical misses with a right hand
and Mironov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A head kick misses from Philosophical.
Mironov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Philosophical.
Philosophical lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mironov just misses with a punch to the body.
Philosophical tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mironov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Philosophical misses with an uppercut. Mironov saw that one coming.
Philosophical cracks Mironov with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Philosophical pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1##TD#
Mironov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Philosophical did well to prevent Mironov getting side control.
Philosophical is refusing to be controlled, as Mironov sits in half guard.
Mironov tries to pass to full mount but Philosophical defends it.
Philosophical is trying to stand up here but Mironov is controlling him well.
Mironov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Mironov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Philosophical keeps working.
Mironov working Philosophical over with strikes. #T2#
Mironov passes to full mount!
Philosophical wants to get back to his feet.
Mironov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
BOOM! Mironov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Mironov with a couple of short strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mironov wants to control the pace but Philosophical is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Mironov postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Philosophical badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Mironov around the waist but Mironov pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Mironov is the winner by TKO! Mironov jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergei Mironov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergei Mironov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
HFC 285 Yiftos vs Klitschko
Date: Oct 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Jacobson throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
so Mironov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Jacobson wants to get back to his feet but Mironov passes into half guard.
#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Jacobson is trying to control Mironov's posture. Mironov takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Jacobson ! Mironov is rotating here... this could be the end... Jacobson is out! Mironov has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sergei Mironov!
Sergei Mironov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Tom Jacobson stepped up to the mic, saying 'I fought my best and lost ... he was the better fighter today '.
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Event:
HFC 278 Yiftos vs Garrison
Date: Sep 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Kuhula lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#
It looks like Sergei Mironov has been cut.
Mironov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuhula.
Mironov blocks a jab.
Kuhula misses with an uppercut
and Mironov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kuhula thinking.
Kuhula swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD#
Kuhula gets caught napping as Mironov dives in and scores a takedown. Kuhula manages to retain guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Kuhula manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
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#
Mironov manages to break the clinch.
Mironov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kuhula as he avoids it easily.
Tonothan Kuhula seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mironov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#CUT#
It looks like Tonothan Kuhula has been cut.
Kuhula misses with an uppercut. Mironov saw that one coming.
Kuhula stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuhula misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Mironov counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Mironov manages to break the clinch.
Kuhula rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mironov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kuhula throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Mironov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kuhula! #ES2#
Kuhula throws Mironov to one side and escapes!#T1#
Mironov takes one to the chin there.
Kuhula misses with a series of wild punches.
Kuhula swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mironov is looking to counter the offense by Kuhula and move into the clinch.#TD#
Kuhula tries to sprawl but Mironov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Kuhula makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mironov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuhula manages to avoid it.
Kuhula throws a right hand that Mironov ducks under and follows up with a left that Mironov also avoids with ease.
Mironov shoots in looking for a takedown. Kuhula tries to sprawl out of it but Mironov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kuhula manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kuhula keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Mironov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Mironov throws a sloppy head kick and Kuhula moves out of range easily.
Kuhula's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mironov under the eye.
Kuhula misses the shot to the body.
Kuhula misses with a two punch combination.
Kuhula misses with an uppercut.
Mironov scores with a leg kick.
Mironov misses with a body shot
and Kuhula cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kuhula dips to his left and cracks Mironov with an uppercut!
Kuhula throws a nice looking combination but Mironov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuhula throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuhula rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mironov counters with a low kick, right behind Kuhula 's knee.
Mironov throws a series of strikes that have Kuhula backpedaling.
#T3#
Kuhula throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT2#
Sergei Mironov's cut is getting worse.#TD#
Mironov looking to score a takedown here. Kuhula is defending well but Mironov drives through and ends up in Kuhula's guard.
Mironov wants to control from the top but Kuhula keeps moving.
Mironov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Mironov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kuhula is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kuhula wants to stand up but Mironov is controlling him.
Mironov forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mironov trying to mount his opponent but Kuhula defends it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kuhula can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Mironov is keen to just control but Kuhula is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Mironov is looking for a kimura here.
Mironov content to control rather than advance.
Mironov passes to full mount!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mironov controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tonothan Kuhula dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kuhula misses with an uppercut.
Mironov misses with the combination.
Kuhula has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mironov.
Kuhula is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Mironov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kuhula counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mironov thinking.
Mironov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice takedown defense from Kuhula. No joy for Mironov on that attempt.
Mironov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuhula. Mironov does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Kuhula looks to move away, Mironov throws a big counter combo but Kuhula just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuhula misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Mironov misses the target.
The crowd cheers as Kuhula lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mironov doesn't seem phased though.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kuhula.#T1##TD#
Kuhula gets caught napping as Mironov dives in and scores a takedown. Kuhula manages to retain guard.
Mironov throwing strikes but missing.
Mironov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kuhula wants to get back to his feet but Mironov passes into half guard.
Kuhula missing with punches from the bottom.
Kuhula looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mironov slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Mironov stops Kuhula from getting back to his feet.
#ES2#
Kuhula has one foot on Mironov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Mironov shoots in but Kuhula avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Mironov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mironov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuhula.
Mironov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sergei Mironov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mironov tries for a takedown but Kuhula sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mironov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kuhula swivels and escapes.#T3#
Kuhula misses with a looping right.
Mironov closes the distance and clinches up with Kuhula, looking for a takedown. Mironov pushes Kuhula against the cage but Kuhula circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kuhula misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mironov.
Kuhula scores with a jab to the body.
Kuhula throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kuhula throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuhula throws the left hand but Mironov avoids the punch easily.
Mironov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kuhula lands a two punch combo.
Kuhula shoots in for a takedown but Mironov shows good takedown defense.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kuhula. #CUT2#
Sergei Mironov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kuhula connects with a combination that backs up Mironov into the cage. Kuhula lands a flurry of punches that gets past Mironov's guard. Mironov is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Kuhula bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tonothan Kuhula!
Tonothan Kuhula took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Just Fight (Everything 8$) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
HFC 275 Viceroy vs Fame
Date: Aug 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Silva misses the shot to the body.
Sergei Mironov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mironov throws a body kick that misses.
Mironov lands a two punch combo.
Mironov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silva.
Good exchange - Mironov coming out on top.
Mironov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Silva's head.#CUT#
It looks like Leandro Silva has been cut.
Mironov misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mironov moves into range and connects with a jab. #TD#
Mironov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Silva on his heels. He'll look to pass Silva's guard now, I'm sure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silva looking for a sweep. Not yet Silva, not yet. #T1#
Silva working a defensive guard but Mironov passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva tries to get to full guard but Mironov has control of the leg.
Mironov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Silva wants to control but Mironov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mironov working Silva over with strikes.
Silva is looking to control Mironov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Silva avoid being mounted?
Mironov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Mironov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Silva!
Mironov working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T2##SUB#
Mironov working for a guillotine from mount but Silva is in no mood to give up.
Silva tries to hold on but Mironov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mironov controlling from mount.
Silva is wriggling around trying to escape.
Silva is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Silva is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Silva wants to try and get back to his feet.
Silva can't escape the position.
Mironov controlling his opponent.
Mironov raining down shots from the mount!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Silva can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Silva is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Mironov lands a big elbow.
Mironov controlling from mount.
Mironov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Silva for as long as he can get away with.
Silva is looking to get to half guard.
Mironov breaks from Silva's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Mironov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Mironov lands a big elbow. #T4#
Mironov punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC#
Silva is rocked!
Silva is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Silva is still in real trouble! Can Mironov finish him?
Mironov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Silva really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mironov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mironov postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Silva badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Mironov around the waist but Mironov pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Mironov is the winner by TKO! Mironov jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergei Mironov!
Sergei Mironov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
HFC Challengers 81
Date: Aug 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Mironov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Li swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mironov with a poor takedown
and Li counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Sergei Mironov has been cut.
Mironov throws a series of punches but Li avoids them all with ease.
A counter left hand to the body from Li misses its target.
Mironov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Li bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Mironov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Li.
Li throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Mironov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Li slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Mironov trying to control the position from guard on top but Li is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mironov works over Li with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Mironov preventing the sweep.
Li is working hard here to advance position.
Mironov wants to control from the top but Li keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mironov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mironov is fighting to break Li's control of his arms but Li is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mironov trying to control but Li is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mironov tries to free his leg and advance position but Li is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mironov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Li sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Li uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Li attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mironov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Li darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Yize Li seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mironov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Li throws a shot from downtown. Mironov moves away and avoids it.
Mironov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Li throws out the jab.
Li loads up on a big right hand but Mironov slips the punch.
Mironov throws a nice head kick!
Decent striking displayed by Li there.#T3#
That kick from Li tenderised Mironov's leg. Mironov is trying to keep his angry face on.
A punch combination from Li misses.
Li sets himself, and Mironov steps forward looking for the clinch! Li avoids it this time.
Mironov throws a series of punches but Li moves out of range.
Li throws a leg kick but Mironov checks it.
Mironov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Li appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Yize Li has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Mironov.
Li swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Mironov misses the target.
Li throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mironov shoots in but no luck this time.
Li finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Yize Li is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Li fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jab, jab by Li - just one landing.
Mironov walks into a jab.#T4#
Li smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT#
That has opened up Sergei Mironov's cut even more.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Li throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mironov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Li.
Mironov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mironov dives in for a single leg takedown but Li sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Li cracks Mironov's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Mironov slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Li can do further damage! This one is done, son!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yize Li!
During a confident post fight interview, Yize Li thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
HFC 269 Shoot The Messenger
Date: Jul 09, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Thoreson scores with a takedown into Mironov's guard.
Thoreson content to stall in guard here.
Thoreson trying to control but Mironov is working from the bottom.
Mironov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Thoreson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mironov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mironov trying to keep a closed guard but Thoreson is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thoreson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
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.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Mironov.
Nice takedown defense from Mironov. No joy for Thoreson on that attempt.
Mironov looks for a takedown but Thoreson sprawls well.
Mironov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Thoreson misses with a two punch combination.
Mats Thoreson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Thoreson. No joy for Mironov on that attempt.
Thoreson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Mironov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mironov misses with a head kick.
Thoreson dives in and grabs Mironov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mironov pushes down on Thoreson's head and hops out.
Thoreson shoots in looking for a takedown but Mironov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Thoreson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Thoreson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mironov!
Thoreson trying to control the action but Mironov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Mironov being controlled for a moment. #SU2#
Thoreson decides to stand back up.
Thoreson doesn't manage to clinch there - Mironov circles away.
Mironov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Thoreson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Some wild striking there from Thoreson.
#TD#
Mironov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Thoreson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mironov. #T3#
Mironov wants to pass to mount but Thoreson is defending the position.
Mironov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Thoreson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mironov.
Mironov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Mironov is trying to work for a kimura but Thoreson is defending well.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mironov wants to free his trapped foot but Thoreson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Mironov prevents Thoreson from improving his position.
Mironov wants to take a breather but Thoreson is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mironov 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mats Thoreson 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#
A combination from Thoreson does no damage.
Thoreson throws a combination that misses
and Mironov counters with a body kick.
Thoreson swinging wildly here.
Thoreson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Thoreson misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Mironov counters with a single leg into guard. Thoreson didn't expect that.
Thoreson wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Mironov manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Mironov trying to control from half guard but Thoreson is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thoreson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mironov. #T1#
Thoreson is not content to let Mironov control the position.
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. Mironov connects with a nice short shot to Thoreson's temple.
Thoreson is controlling Mironov's trapped leg to prevent Mironov from advancing to side control.
Thoreson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Thoreson.
Mironov trying to control but Thoreson is working from the bottom.
Thoreson wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mironov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Thoreson has control of Mironov's left arm, preventing Mironov from doing any damage.
Thoreson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mironov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Mironov working the ground and pound but Thoreson is defending the strikes.
Thoreson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3#
Mironov wants to get back to his feet.
Mironov is looking to take a break and control but Thoreson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Thoreson avoids a punch combination nicely.
#TD2#
Mironov gets caught napping as Thoreson dives in and scores a takedown. Mironov manages to retain guard.#T4#
Thoreson trying to control but Mironov is working from the bottom.
Thoreson stopping the sweep attempt from Mironov.
Mironov keeping full guard, as Thoreson tries to pass.
Thoreson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mironov's guard.
Thoreson uses his free foot to push down on Mironov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Mironov.
Mironov wants to control but Thoreson is having none of it.
Thoreson controlling from the full mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
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 Sergei Mironov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sloppy strikes from Thoreson. Those never looked like landing.
Thoreson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
As Thoreson looks to move away, Mironov throws a big counter combo but Thoreson just gets out of the way.
Thoreson shoots in looking for a takedown. Mironov tries to sprawl out of it but Thoreson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mironov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
As Thoreson tries to get set, Mironov tries to push him back and clinch up but Thoreson manages to avoid the attempt.
Thoreson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Mironov fails to land with a series of punches.
Thoreson misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Mironov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thoreson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mironov walks away with a smile on his face. Thoreson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Sergei Mironov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mats Thoreson.
Thoreson throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Mironov counters by moving into the clinch.
Mironov controlling the action here for a moment.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mironov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Thoreson lands an uppercut.
Mironov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Thoreson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Mironov is trying to drag Thoreson to the mat but Thoreson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Thoreson breaks from the clinch.
Thoreson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mironov counters with a straight right hand.
Mironov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Mironov dodges the punch combination from Thoreson.
Mironov throws a series of punches but Thoreson avoids them all with ease.
Thoreson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thoreson swinging wildly here.
Thoreson misses with the combination.
Thoreson misses with the combination.
Mironov is looking for a counter combo.
Thoreson throws an overhand right that lands on Mironov's shoulder, as Mironov tries to avoid the shot.
Mironov tries to counter by clinching up but Thoreson breaks away and moves out of range.
Thoreson throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Mironov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Mironov just leaning against Thoreson, taking a breather. #T3#
Thoreson lands a good knee to the midsection. Mironov won't want to take too many of those.
Thoreson gets underhooks to prevent Mironov's takedown attempt.
Thoreson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Thoreson lands with a right to the head.
Thoreson blocks the elbow strike.
Mironov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thoreson backwards.
Thoreson trying to land knees to the body.
Mironov tries a body shot but Thoreson blocks it.
Mironov lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Mironov.
Thoreson blocks an elbow strike from Mironov.
#T4#
Thoreson is trying to pull guard but Mironov has him pressed against the cage.
Mironov trying to stall but Thoreson improves his position.
Thoreson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mironov to keep the fight standing.
Mironov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Thoreson.
Mironov slows down the pace here.
Mironov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Mironov gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
A frustrated look appears on Mironov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
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 Sergei Mironov.
I think Mironov 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mats Thoreson!
Mats Thoreson made sure to mention his sponsor, Bullet Proof System in his post fight interview.
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Event:
HFC 265 Mass Hysteria
Date: Jun 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Patton connects with a right hand. Mironov shakes it off.
Patton rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mironov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've been told by Patton's head coaches at Rape Academy (7 elite, 6 2x elite) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Patton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mironov lands a head kick!
#CUT2#
It looks like George Patton has been cut.
A slow jab from Patton misses its intended target.
Patton swings for the body but Mironov moves out of range.
Patton misses with a hook. Mironov ducked under it nicely.
Patton throws a right and a left that both miss.
Patton misses with a straight right.
Patton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mironov manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patton throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A countering left hand to the body from Mironov misses.
Patton scores with a hook to the body. Mironov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #TD2#
Mironov shoots in and gets a takedown into Patton's guard.
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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Patton is looking to stand back up but Mironov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Patton. #T1#
Patton is trying to stand back up but Mironov is controlling him
Mironov is pressing down on Patton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Patton is holding on for now.
Patton is trying to stand back up but Mironov is controlling him
Mironov tries to pass to full mount but Patton defends it.
Patton knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mironov on the ground.
Patton wants to get back to his feet.
Mironov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Patton is refusing to be controlled, as Mironov sits in half guard.
Mironov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Patton is trying to stand up here but Mironov is controlling him well.
Mironov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Patton is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Mironov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Patton is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #T3#
Mironov cracks Patton with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Mironov content just to control the position here.
The referee warns Patton that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Mironov controlling from the full mount.
Mironov landing shots from mount. #CUT2#
George Patton's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Patton is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Mironov unloading with bombs!#CUT2#
Jeez, George Patton's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at George Patton's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sergei Mironov!
A very excited looking Sergei Mironov 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.
George Patton was interviewed post fight and said 'I'd like to thank my opponent, and apologize to the fans.'.
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Event:
HFC 257 Evil Seeds
Date: Apr 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Lewis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lewis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT#
It looks like Sergei Mironov has been cut.
Lewis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lewis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lewis scores with a spinning back kick!
Lewis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mironov.
Lewis moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMironov.
Lewis throws a push kick but Mironov slaps the foot to one side.
Lewis looks to land a combination but Mironov avoids it well.
Mironov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lewis manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mironov slips a jab and a cross from Lewis.
Lewis goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lewis throws a series of punches but Mironov avoids them all with ease.
Mironov tries to counter with a clinch but Lewis shakes him off and moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mironov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Justin Lewis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Mironov dodges the punch combination from Lewis.
Mironov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mironov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lewis.
Mironov fails with the takedown.
Lewis throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Mironov.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lewis crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mironov - the referee stops the clock and Lewis gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mironov. Lewis manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Mironov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Mironov works Lewis's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Lewis looks to land a left hand but Mironov moved out of range nicely.
Lewis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lewis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#
That has opened up Sergei Mironov's cut even more.
A head kick misses from Mironov.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mironov.
Mironov throws a combination that misses
and Lewis counters with a crisp right that sends Mironov to the canvas! Lewis follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Justin Lewis!
Justin Lewis 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.
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