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Event:
AD470: Kelley vs Diaz
Date: Aug 02, 2017 |
#R1# Seleznyov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Skif throws a solid leg kick but Seleznyov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Skif. The crowd cheers as Seleznyov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Skif doesn't seem phased though. A head kick misses from Skif. Seleznyov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Skif scores with a nice body kick.
Skif moves out of range of the body kick. Seleznyov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Skif in his tracks. Seleznyov walks into a left hand. #CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Skif misses with a body kick. Skif lands with a nice body punch. Skif misses the shot to the body. Seleznyov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Skif swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1# Seleznyov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nice body kick there by Skif. Skif throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seleznyov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Seleznyov moves out of range as Skif throws a body kick.
A leg kick checked by Seleznyov. Skif moves out of range as Seleznyov throws a body kick.
Skif tests Seleznyov's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov scores with a hook. Skif dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Seleznyov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Skif. Skif obviously looking to wear him down.
#T2# Seleznyov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Skif clobbers Seleznyov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Seleznyov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Skif. A head kick misses from Skif. Sloppy strikes from Seleznyov. Those never looked like landing. Skif scores with a body shot.
Skif fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Seleznyov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. A slapping body kick lands there for Skif. Seleznyov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Seleznyov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Skif tries to land a leg kick but Seleznyov saw it coming and moves away.
Skif lunges at Seleznyov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Seleznyov's hand. #T3# Nice shot lands for Seleznyov. Skif slips a jab from Seleznyov.#CL2# Skif clinches up with Seleznyov and pushes him back against the cage. Seleznyov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Skif backwards. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Skif. Skif working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Seleznyov - that landed with a thud.
Skif lands a right hand. Skif tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A hook to the body from Skif.
Seleznyov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Skif lands an uppercut. Skif lands an uppercut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Skif has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses with a hook from the clinch. Skif misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4# A left hand lands to the body for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov looking to slow down the pace here. A short right from Skif on the inside. A nice left hand lands by Seleznyov.
Skif wants to stall.
Skif tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Skif misses with the head strike.
#BC# Seleznyov breaks the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Seleznyov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Seleznyov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Skif throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Skif throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Seleznyov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Skif is looking to slow Seleznyov down with leg kicks. Skif goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Seleznyov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Attila Skif dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov'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. #R2# Skif walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Seleznyov moves out of range as Skif strikes. Skif throws a lazy head kick and Seleznyov counters with a crisp right that sends Skif to the canvas! Seleznyov follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov very nearly forgot to thank Aspire Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
AD462: Montreal Chinatown
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1# Conner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seleznyov tries to bum rush Conner with a series of wild strikes but Conner uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Conner misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Seleznyov to counter with a crisp jab. Wayne Conner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Seleznyov only half commits to the counter leg kick. Conner throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Conner throws a hook to the side of Seleznyov's head but Seleznyov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Conner slips under a jab from Seleznyov. Seleznyov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conner just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Conner counter with a right hand. #CUT# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Conner chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Seleznyov can pounce on him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Seleznyov slips under a jab. Conner scoring well with a low kick there.
Conner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A low kick from Conner misses and Seleznyov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1# Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. It seemed like Seleznyov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Seleznyov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Conner throws a body punch but Seleznyov moves out of range. Conner throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Conner is looking to score with low kicks. Seleznyov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Conner sees it coming and checks it nicely. Seleznyov missing with a left hand there. Conner was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Conner misses with a left hand and Seleznyov counters with an outside leg kick.
Conner throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Seleznyov lands a nice looking body shot.
A right-left combo lands from Seleznyov. Conner throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a low kick, right behind Conner 's knee. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Seleznyov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Seleznyov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2# Conner shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Seleznyov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. A big right from Conner misses. Conner takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Seleznyov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Nice body punch from Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocks the body kick.
A swing and a miss from Seleznyov. Conner swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Seleznyov scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Seleznyov lands a nice hook to Conner's body. Conner takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Nice body punch from Seleznyov. Conner throws a poor cross that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a left and a right that stings Conner. Conner misses with a hook. Seleznyov ducked under it nicely. Conner looks to land a combination but Seleznyov avoids it well. Conner throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Conner throws a right hand that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a series of strikes. Conner will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3# Conner pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A jab from Conner misses. Seleznyov slips a jab from Conner. Seleznyov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Conner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Seleznyov moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Seleznyov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Seleznyov connects with a right hand. Conner shakes it off. Seleznyov lands a body shot.
Conner connects with a looping right hand.
Seleznyov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Conner throws a leg kick but Seleznyov moved away. Conner shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Nice cross by Conner. Seleznyov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Conner back to the cage. Seleznyov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4# Seleznyov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #ROC2# Conner is rocked! Seleznyov slips under a jab from Conner. Oh Conner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Seleznyov lands with a good body shot. Conner is breathing heavily. Seleznyov drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Conner's head, knocking him out cold! Seleznyov is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Clothing, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
AD456: Fight junkies
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1# Seleznyov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Seleznyov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jones is fending him off so far but Seleznyov persists. Nope, Jones circles away and we're back to standing. Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Seleznyov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Seleznyov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Jones tries to move into range but Seleznyov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jones takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jones takes a kick to the side of the head. Seleznyov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. 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! Seleznyov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jones circles away quickly and effectively. Seleznyov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Seleznyov. Jones needs to keep his hands up - Seleznyov had a free shot at his head there.#T1# Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Seleznyov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seleznyov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Seleznyov checks a low kick from Jones. Seleznyov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Seleznyov moves away. Seleznyov is looking to counter punch. Seleznyov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. A looping hook to the body misses from Seleznyov. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Seleznyov counters with a nice body shot. Seleznyov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. Jones throws a low kick but Seleznyov avoids it. Jones throws a leg kick but Seleznyov checks it. #T2# Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov throws out a loose jab but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Seleznyov slips a jab from Jones. Jones wants to slow Seleznyov down by chopping away at his legs. Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Seleznyov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. An inside leg kick from Jones misses. Seleznyov defending well as Jones loads up on a big left hand. Seleznyov motions for Jones to come forward. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Jones throws a body punch but Seleznyov moves out of range. Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Jones throws a front kick that sends Seleznyov stumbling back into the cage. Jones misses with a kick to the body.
#T3# Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seleznyov. Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Seleznyov throws out the jab. The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Seleznyov misses with a jab to the body
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. A jab from Jones does it's job there. A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones misses the body punch and Seleznyov counters with a nice body kick. Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seleznyov is looking to counter with a body kick. A telegraphed right hand from Seleznyov misses the target. Seleznyov tests Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov misses with a head kick.
Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. A nice inside leg kick there by Seleznyov. That's going to slow Jones down. #T4# Seleznyov is looking to score with low kicks. Seleznyov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jones's waist but Jones gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Seleznyov off to one side. #CL# Seleznyov gets in close and instigates a clinch. Good body shot from Seleznyov.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov lands with a light punch inside. Jones tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Jones back against the cage. A shot in the inside from Seleznyov. Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A shot in the inside from Jones. Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. Seleznyov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Jones. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# A clash of legs there as Seleznyov blocks the low kick. Seleznyov misses with a hook
and Jones counters with a nice low kick that buckles Seleznyov's knee momentarily. Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Jones thuds his right hand into Seleznyov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Jones throws a body punch but Seleznyov moves out of range. Jones throws a leg kick and Seleznyov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Jones has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Jones keeps Seleznyov at a distance using the push kick. That kick from Seleznyov tenderised Jones's leg. Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Jones misses with a wild body shot. Seleznyov avoids the head kick by Jones.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Jones now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Seleznyov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL# Seleznyov has taken the fight to the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action! Jones looking to slow down the pace here.#T1# Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Jones working aggressively here.
Seleznyov lands a nice uppercut. Seleznyov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A head punch on the inside from Jones fails to land. Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. Seleznyov tries to work over Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones. Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. The referee calls for Seleznyov to work.
Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. Seleznyov is working Jones over against the cage.#T2# Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Roberto Seleznyov has scored more points in the clinch so far. Seleznyov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones backwards. Seleznyov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Jones lands a nice uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Seleznyov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A right hook to the body lands for Jones.
Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Seleznyov gets an underhook and turns Jones into the cage. Jones blocking some punches.
Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seleznyov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. A right hand to the body from Jones.
#T3# Jones working aggressively here.
Seleznyov working aggressively here.
Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Jones blocks a body shot from Seleznyov. Jones gets through Seleznyov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A short uppercut from Jones. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seleznyov gets through Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Seleznyov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards. Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. Jones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the 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! Jones pushes Seleznyov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Seleznyov misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4# Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones misses with some punches.
Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones misses with some punches.
Seleznyov struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones controls his hands.
A short left from Jones. A short uppercut from Jones. Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Seleznyov blocking some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones. A head punch on the inside from Jones fails to land. Jones pushes Seleznyov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones. Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov looking to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Jones fails to land. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Achilles Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. Jones tries to clinch up. Seleznyov connects with an inside leg kick. Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good exchange - Jones coming out on top. Seleznyov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. A left lands for Jones. Seleznyov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones is able to avoid easily. Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jones. That did some damage! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Good leg kick by Seleznyov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Seleznyov takes a swing at Jones's ribcage but misses. Seleznyov missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jones lands a right hook to the body.
#T1# Jones lands with an overhand left. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Seleznyov was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones. Jones takes a swing at Seleznyov's ribcage but misses. It looked like Seleznyov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away. Jones checks a low kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov doesn't manage to clinch there - Jones circles away.
Jones blocks a leg kick. Seleznyov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Seleznyov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T2# Seleznyov throws out a leg kick but Jones moves out of range and Seleznyov only half commits. Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Seleznyov moves out of range easily. Seleznyov has a takedown stuffed. Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jones looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Seleznyov scores with a jab to the head.
Seleznyov throws a nice head kick!
Jones throws a leg kick but Seleznyov sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3# Seleznyov misses with a left hand and Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Seleznyov was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones. Jones looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. A leg kick checked by Jones. Seleznyov thows a left - swing and a miss! Roberto Seleznyov is winning the standup battle so far. Seleznyov lands a leg kick that knocks Jones off balance momentarily. Jones throws a big shot that misses. Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jones cracks a nice hook into Seleznyov's ribs. Both fighters circling a little - Seleznyov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Jones throws a fast counter high kick but Seleznyov manages to duck under it in time.#T4# Seleznyov connects with a high kick. Seleznyov throws a nice looking combination but Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. An inside leg kick lands from Jones. Seleznyov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jones eats them both and turns towards Seleznyov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Seleznyov misses with the body kick and Jones counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Jones avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Jones is looking to slow Seleznyov down with leg kicks. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Achilles Jones. I think Jones 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:29 Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28 Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
AD449: Stakes is high
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Chatzikomninos clinches. Chatzikomninos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chatzikomninos is working Seleznyov over against the cage.#BC# Seleznyov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A jab from Chatzikomninos misses. Chatzikomninos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A low kick from Seleznyov misses and Chatzikomninos counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Chatzikomninos swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Seleznyov connects with a body shot that sends Chatzikomninos's belly button to the back. Seleznyov misses with a leg kick and Chatzikomninos cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Seleznyov throws a push kick but Chatzikomninos slaps the foot to one side. Chatzikomninos pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chatzikomninos throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Chatzikomninos throws a sloppy head kick and Seleznyov moves out of range easily. Chatzikomninos darts in trying to clinch and Seleznyov counters with a slapping leg kick. 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! Seleznyov tests Chatzikomninos's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1##CL# Seleznyov takes the fight into the clinch. Still in the clinch, Seleznyov scores with a nice short uppercut. Seleznyov 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. Chatzikomninos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chatzikomninos throws a head punch that misses. Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov tries a body shot but Chatzikomninos blocks it.
Seleznyov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Seleznyov misses with a punch on the inside.
Chatzikomninos lands a right hand. With the fighters up against the cage, Chatzikomninos throws an elbow but misses. Seleznyov stalling the fight.
Chatzikomninos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2# Seleznyov just leaning against Chatzikomninos, taking a breather. Seleznyov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Chatzikomninos throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Nice elbow from Chatzikomninos. #CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Chatzikomninos misses with a short punch on the inside. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Chatzikomninos lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Chatzikomninos throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Chatzikomninos misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov blocks a body shot from Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chatzikomninos lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Seleznyov misses with a hook from the clinch. Chatzikomninos has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Seleznyov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Chatzikomninos can turn it around. Chatzikomninos misses with a punch to the body.
Chatzikomninos throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Seleznyov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chatzikomninos lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Chatzikomninos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3# A short body shot lands from Seleznyov as the two fighters clinch.
Chatzikomninos working some nice short punches in the clinch. Chatzikomninos lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Seleznyov pushes Chatzikomninos back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chatzikomninos lands a body shot. A short right hand to the side of the head by Seleznyov. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Chatzikomninos. A short body shot lands from Chatzikomninos as the two fighters clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos blocking some punches.
Chatzikomninos is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Seleznyov avoids the elbow strike from Chatzikomninos, against the cage.
Chatzikomninos blocks an uppercut.
Chatzikomninos lands a shoulder strike. This has been an exciting period of action! The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Seleznyov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Seleznyov slows down the pace here.
#T4# Seleznyov lands with a short head shot on the inside. Chatzikomninos misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov throws a head punch that misses. Seleznyov avoiding damage.
Chatzikomninos misses with an elbow strike.
Chatzikomninos throws an elbow but it misses.
Seleznyov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Seleznyov stalling in the clinch but Chatzikomninos improves position. Seleznyov lands a nice shot to the body. Seleznyov avoids a wild elbow strike from Chatzikomninos. Seleznyov lands with a right to the head. Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexei Chatzikomninos dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Chatzikomninos walks into a stiff left hand from Seleznyov. Chatzikomninos throws an off balance right hand
and Seleznyov counters with an outside leg kick.
Chatzikomninos tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Seleznyov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Roberto Seleznyov is winning the standup battle so far. Seleznyov swings away with a leg kick that misses. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Chatzikomninos. As Chatzikomninos backs away, Seleznyov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. A big right from Chatzikomninos misses. Seleznyov just misses with a punch to the body.
Chatzikomninos wants to counter with a clinch but Seleznyov pushes him away. Chatzikomninos throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. A big right from Chatzikomninos misses. It looked like Seleznyov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov moves away from the strike by Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos lunges at Seleznyov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Seleznyov's hand. Chatzikomninos looks to land a right hand but Seleznyov moved out of range. Seleznyov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Seleznyov moves out of range as Chatzikomninos strikes.#T1# Seleznyov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov slips under a jab from Chatzikomninos. Seleznyov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Chatzikomninos has been the more effective fighter overall so far. A nice combination there by Seleznyov.
A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Nice straight punches there by Chatzikomninos. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chatzikomninos. Seleznyov looks to throw a body kick letting Chatzikomninos counter with a right hand. Seleznyov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chatzikomninos circles away quickly and effectively. Chatzikomninos swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chatzikomninos slips a straight right by Seleznyov. Chatzikomninos throws a head kick that misses. Seleznyov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Chatzikomninos has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Chatzikomninos misses with the head strike.
#T2# Seleznyov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC# Seleznyov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Seleznyov - that will leave a mark!
Seleznyov tries to score with a low kick but Chatzikomninos moves his leg out of the way. Seleznyov throws a nice inside leg kick. Seleznyov slips a jab from Chatzikomninos. Seleznyov throws a push kick but Chatzikomninos slaps the foot to one side. Seleznyov tried to score with a low kick but Chatzikomninos checks it. Chatzikomninos misses with a straight left. Seleznyov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Chatzikomninos misses with a jab, cross combination.
Seleznyov scores with a hook. Seleznyov slips a straight right by Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Chatzikomninos.
#T3# Seleznyov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Chatzikomninos throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Seleznyov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Chatzikomninos eats them both and turns towards Seleznyov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. A telegraphed right hand from Chatzikomninos misses the target. Chatzikomninos throws out a loose jab but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd cheers as Seleznyov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Chatzikomninos doesn't seem phased though. Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Seleznyov scores with a nice strike. Chatzikomninos misses with an uppercut. Chatzikomninos tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chatzikomninos sees it coming and avoids it easily. Seleznyov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Seleznyov lands a nice looking body shot.
Chatzikomninos misses with a two punch combination.
Chatzikomninos takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4# Seleznyov scores with a one two! Chatzikomninos had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #ROC# Chatzikomninos is rocked! Seleznyov avoids the head kick by Chatzikomninos.
It looked like Seleznyov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos is still on wobbly legs! Can Seleznyov finish him? Chatzikomninos throws a head kick but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Seleznyov looks to land a body kick but Chatzikomninos moved away. Seleznyov sets himself, and Chatzikomninos steps forward looking for the clinch! Seleznyov avoids it this time. Chatzikomninos seems to have recovered his senses. A jab from Chatzikomninos misses. Seleznyov moves out of range as Chatzikomninos strikes. Chatzikomninos avoids the head kick by Seleznyov.
Chatzikomninos takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Seleznyov walks into a stiff left hand from Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos connects with a high kick. #CUT2# Roberto Seleznyov's cut is getting worse. Chatzikomninos misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A swing and a miss from Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos tries to clinch but Seleznyov is having none of it. 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 Roberto Seleznyov will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Seleznyov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Chatzikomninos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Chatzikomninos checks a leg kick nicely. Seleznyov throws a half hearted mid kick. Chatzikomninos misses with a straight left. Seleznyov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Chatzikomninos. Seleznyov misses with a left hand and Chatzikomninos counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Chatzikomninos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chatzikomninos misses with a hook. Chatzikomninos blocks a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov throws a head kick but Chatzikomninos moves out of range.
Chatzikomninos tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Good exchange - Seleznyov coming out on top. Seleznyov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chatzikomninos. Chatzikomninos tries to clinch up.#T1# Chatzikomninos moves in looking to clinch but Seleznyov pushes him off. Seleznyov throws a leg kick that misses. Seleznyov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Chatzikomninos checks a low kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Chatzikomninos misses the jab. Seleznyov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Chatzikomninos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Seleznyov keeps the fight on the outside. Seleznyov misses with a hook
enabling Chatzikomninos to counter with a crisp jab. Chatzikomninos throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Seleznyov on the side of the head. Chatzikomninos's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Seleznyov throws a shot from downtown. Chatzikomninos moves away and avoids it. Chatzikomninos scores with the left hand. Seleznyov knows he should have avoided that one. Chatzikomninos throws a body shot but no joy. #T2# Chatzikomninos throws a nice head kick!
#ROC2# Seleznyov is rocked! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Chatzikomninos. That did some damage! Seleznyov drops his hands momentarily and Chatzikomninos takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Oh Seleznyov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Chatzikomninos staying out of range there. Seleznyov walks straight into a right hand from Chatzikomninos - that's dropped him! Chatzikomninos jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Seleznyov from any more punishment! Seleznyov complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Alexei Chatzikomninos! An out of breath Alexei Chatzikomninos thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
AD442: LightShot
Date: May 03, 2017 |
#R1# A leg kick checked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD# and Punchy counters with a takedown into side control. Punchy scores with punches from side control. Punchy 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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Seleznyov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Seleznyov wants to control but Punchy is keeping busy and won't allow it. Seleznyov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Punchy. Punchy working over Seleznyov with some ground and pound. Seleznyov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Seleznyov is refusing to be controlled, as Punchy sits in half guard. Punchy working over Seleznyov with some ground and pound. Seleznyov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Seleznyov wants to control but Punchy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2# Seleznyov looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Seleznyov is trying to get back to full guard. Seleznyov is refusing to be controlled, as Punchy sits in half guard. #T1# The fighters are battling for position here. Seleznyov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Seleznyov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Seleznyov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Punchy won't allow Seleznyov to sweep him here. Seleznyov has momentary wrist control but Punchy slips an elbow through the middle. Punchy stands and throws Seleznyov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Punchy advances nicely into full mount. Punchy lands a heavy elbow. Punchy fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Punchy cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Seleznyov is squirming around, avoiding Punchy's attempts to control the action. Seleznyov is bucking up trying to escape but Punchy cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T2# Seleznyov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Punchy pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov is looking to get to half guard. Seleznyov manages to regain half guard. Good work. Punchy with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Punchy winds up and cracks Seleznyov with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Punchy is trying to control. Seleznyov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Seleznyov is trying to get back to full guard. Seleznyov is refusing to be controlled, as Punchy sits in half guard. #T3# Seleznyov has hold of Punchy's hands but Punchy slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Punchy is thwarting Seleznyov's attempts to control the position. Seleznyov has hold of Punchy's hands but Punchy slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Seleznyov manages to get to full guard.
Punchy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Punchy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Seleznyov trying to control the position.
Seleznyov has momentary wrist control but Punchy slips an elbow through the middle. Punchy controls from within his opponent's guard. Punchy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4# Seleznyov wants to get back to his feet but Punchy is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2# Seleznyov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Punchy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Punchy working some strikes from top position. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Seleznyov is on top in guard.
#REVB# Punchy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Seleznyov is one step ahead there. #SUB# Punchy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Trent Punchy dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Seleznyov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seleznyov takes one to the side of the head.
Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov throws out a powerful jab. Seleznyov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Punchy blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
A counter left hand to the body from Punchy misses its target. Seleznyov checks a low kick from Punchy. Seleznyov connects with a nice looking jab.
Punchy blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Seleznyov throws a body punch but Punchy moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov throws a hook but Punchy blocks it. Seleznyov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Seleznyov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Seleznyov scores with a jab. Punchy acknowledges it with a nod of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Good work by Punchy as he checks the leg kick.#T1# The fighters circling - Punchy throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Punchy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Seleznyov can do to turn this around? Seleznyov throws an overhand right that lands on Punchy's shoulder, as Punchy tries to avoid the shot. A head kick misses from Punchy. Seleznyov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Seleznyov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Punchy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Punchy pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Punchy has a takedown stuffed. Seleznyov feints and then cracks Punchy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Punchy down. Seleznyov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Punchy. Punchy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Punchy misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov is looking for the big counter here.#T2# An inside leg kick from Seleznyov misses. Punchy lands a body shot.
Seleznyov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Punchy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Seleznyov scrambles back to his feet. Punchy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Seleznyov can pounce on him.
Both fighters circling a little - Seleznyov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Seleznyov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Seleznyov duly obliges. Seleznyov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Punchy swinging wildly here.
Punchy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Seleznyov misses with a lunging right hand
and Punchy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Seleznyov throws the kick towards the body but Punchy avoids it. It looked like Punchy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3# Seleznyov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Punchy can pounce on him.
Punchy misses with an uppercut. Seleznyov saw that one coming. A shot to the liver by Seleznyov. Beautiful body shot. Punchy throws a series of punches but Seleznyov moves out of range. Seleznyov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Punchy. Punchy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Seleznyov. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be getting the better of the standup. Seleznyov throws a wild body kick that Punchy sees coming a mile off. Seleznyov thuds a left hand into Punchy's body. Punchy misses with an uppercut
and Seleznyov counters with a series of strikes. Punchy will be more careful next time no doubt. Seleznyov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Seleznyov scores with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Seleznyov lands a lovely overhand right.#T4# Punchy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Punchy misses the shot to the body. Seleznyov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Seleznyov cracks Punchy with a good jab. Seleznyov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Punchy throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Seleznyov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punchy. Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Punchy is looking to counter with head kicks. Seleznyov tries a head kick but it misses.
Punchy appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Nice cross by Punchy. Punchy throws a shot to the body.
Punchy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Punchy just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# Seleznyov moves away from the strike by Punchy. Punchy swinging wildly here.
Punchy cracks Seleznyov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Seleznyov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Punchy jabbing away but nothing is landing. Punchy blocks a jab. Punchy misses with a straight left. Despite the aggression on Seleznyov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Punchy fails with the takedown and Seleznyov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Punchy's knee momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov shoots and misses and Punchy counters with a left to the body. Seleznyov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. A bone on bone clash there as Seleznyov blocks the leg kick.
#T1# Punchy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Seleznyov. That did some damage! Punchy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Seleznyov. Punchy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Jab by Punchy. Seleznyov is looking to slow Punchy down with leg kicks. Seleznyov throws a body kick that misses and Punchy counters with a nice body shot. Punchy has his takedown stuffed and Seleznyov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. A leg kick checked by Punchy. Punchy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov throws a wild body kick that Punchy sees coming a mile off. Punchy is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Seleznyov lands with a kick to the ribs.
#T2# Seleznyov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Punchy misses with a wild body shot. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses. Seleznyov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Punchy doesn't seem bothered though. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Punchy defends it nicely. Punchy shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Seleznyov eats them both and turns towards Punchy to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Seleznyov jabs at Punchy's body. A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. #T3# Punchy scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Seleznyov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Seleznyov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Punchy. Punchy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Punchy looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. Seleznyov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Punchy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Punchy throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. A low kick from Seleznyov misses and Punchy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Punchy shoots in and drives through. Seleznyov sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trent Punchy. That's going to take a lot out of him. Punchy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Punchy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Seleznyov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Seleznyov misses with a low kick.
Seleznyov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T4# Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Punchy sees it coming and moves out of range. Seleznyov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Punchy. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Punchy tries to land a front kick but Seleznyov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Punchy's front leg but catches the back leg as Punchy tries to avoid it. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses. Seleznyov wants to slow Punchy down by chopping away at his legs. Punchy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Seleznyov tries to land a body kick and Punchy counters with a right hand to the body. Punchy lands with a good body shot. Seleznyov misses with an uppercut. Punchy saw that one coming. Punchy is looking to counter punch. Seleznyov throws a combination that misses and Punchy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Seleznyov thinking. Punchy doesn't succeed with the takedown and Seleznyov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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 Trent Punchy. I think Punchy 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28 Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Trent Punchy! A victorious Trent Punchy 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:
AD433: April Fools' Day 2017
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1# Farrelly throws a push kick but Seleznyov slaps the foot to one side. Seleznyov scores with a kick to the midsection. Farrelly has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Coffee Shop in the buildup to the fight. Farrelly looks to land a left hand but Seleznyov moved out of range nicely. Seleznyov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Farrelly counters with a leg kick. Seleznyov throws a low kick but Farrelly avoids it. Farrelly misses with a jab to the body
letting Seleznyov counter with a right hand. A lazy body kick from Farrelly and Farrelly takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Farrelly throws a series of punches but Seleznyov moves out of range. Farrelly scores with a sloppy right hand. Seleznyov should have avoided that one. A bone on bone clash there as Farrelly blocks the leg kick.
Seleznyov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Farrelly as he connects with a hook. This has been an exciting period of action! Farrelly fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Farrelly on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Seleznyov. Seleznyov obviously looking to wear him down.
Seleznyov ducks right into an uppercut from Farrelly. Seleznyov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Farrelly. Farrelly checks a low kick from Seleznyov. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1# Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Farrelly throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Farrelly throws out a leg kick but Seleznyov moves out of range and Farrelly only half commits. Seleznyov moves out of range of the strikes. Farrelly throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Seleznyov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Farrelly. Farrelly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Farrelly avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Farrelly thows a left - swing and a miss! And Seleznyov responds with a good body kick, but Farrelly manages to step out the way in time. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Farrelly. Farrelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Farrelly's front leg but catches the back leg as Farrelly tries to avoid it. Farrelly loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch. A bone on bone clash there as Seleznyov blocks the leg kick.
Seleznyov looks to land a right hand but Farrelly moved out of range. An attempted straight right counter from Farrelly misses the target.#T2# Farrelly throws a half hearted mid kick. Farrelly misses the jab. Farrelly moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSeleznyov. Farrelly jabbing away but nothing is landing. Seleznyov lands a glancing blow to the side of Farrelly's head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Seleznyov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Farrelly throws a body kick that misses. Farrelly throws a nice outside leg kick. Seleznyov scores with a hook. Farrelly throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. Seleznyov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Seleznyov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Farrelly manages to avoid it. Farrelly seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Seleznyov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Seleznyov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farrelly was well out of range. Poor timing from Seleznyov. An attempted straight right counter from Farrelly misses the target. Farrelly lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Seleznyov swings and misses with a shot to the body enabling Farrelly to counter with a crisp jab. Seleznyov throws a good cross that connects.
#T3# Seleznyov tries to work over Farrelly's front leg with a kick but Farrelly checks it. Farrelly lands a head kick!
#CUT# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Farrelly tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Seleznyov manages to circle out of the way. Seleznyov fakes the leg kick and cracks Farrelly in the body. Farrelly throws a body punch but Seleznyov moves out of range. Seleznyov lands a nice looking body shot.
Seleznyov stuns Farrelly with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Seleznyov tries to land a front kick but Farrelly steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Farrelly looks to land a body kick but Seleznyov moved away. Farrelly takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Seleznyov throws a hook to the side of Farrelly's head but Farrelly sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Farrelly stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Farrelly tried to score with a low kick but Seleznyov checks it. Seleznyov scores with a spinning back kick! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Farrelly ducks under a wild hook from Seleznyov. Farrelly moves out of range of the body kick.#T4# Farrelly misses with a hook. Seleznyov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farrelly sizes up Seleznyov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Farrelly just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Farrelly rather than just go for the knockout. Farrelly looks to throw the jab but Seleznyov is out of range. Seleznyov throws an overhand right that lands on Farrelly's shoulder, as Farrelly tries to avoid the shot. Seleznyov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Seleznyov avoids the head kick by Farrelly.
Farrelly walks forward, straight into a front kick from Seleznyov. A jab from Farrelly finds it's way through Seleznyov's defenses. Seleznyov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Farrelly.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Farrelly's front leg but catches the back leg as Farrelly tries to avoid it. Farrelly tries to move into range but Seleznyov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Seleznyov misses with a head kick.
Farrelly is looking to counter punch. Seleznyov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. 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 Seamus Farrelly will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov'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. #R2# A jab from Seleznyov misses. A jab from Farrelly misses. Farrelly tries to land a front kick but Seleznyov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Seleznyov avoids a kick to the body.
Farrelly looks for the body kick but Seleznyov saw that one coming. Farrelly blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
A solid leg kick lands there for Seleznyov.
Farrelly avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Farrelly connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Farrelly scores with a jab. Seleznyov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Farrelly gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. No joy there for Seleznyov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Farrelly jabs at Seleznyov's body. Seleznyov walks into a left hand. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Farrelly loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch. Seleznyov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Farrelly.#T1# Seleznyov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Farrelly takes a step back to recover. Farrelly attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Farrelly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Seleznyov sees it coming and avoids it easily. Good standup being displayed there by Farrelly as he connects with a hook. Farrelly misses with a body kick. Crunch! Seleznyov slams his shin into Farrelly's torso. Farrelly 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. Farrelly throws out a powerful jab. Seleznyov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Farrelly, as that shot connected.
Farrelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Seleznyov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Farrelly misses with a series of wild punches.
Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Farrelly. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Farrelly fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it.#T2# Farrelly throws a shot to the body.
A punch combination from Seleznyov misses. Seleznyov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Farrelly throws the kick towards the body but Seleznyov avoids it. Farrelly misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Farrelly looks to land a right hand but Seleznyov moved out of range. Sloppy strikes from Farrelly. Those never looked like landing. It seemed like Seleznyov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Seleznyov throws out a loose jab but Farrelly uses good head movement to avoid it. Farrelly throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov lands a right hook to the body.
Seleznyov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Farrelly takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Farrelly checks a leg kick. Farrelly misses with a wild body shot. #T3# Seleznyov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Farrelly. Seleznyov lands with an overhand left. Farrelly moves out of range as Seleznyov strikes. Farrelly quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Farrelly will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Seleznyov throws a leg kick that misses. A punch lands to the side of Seleznyov 's head but he takes it in his stride. Seleznyov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Seleznyov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Farrelly's hands. Farrelly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Seleznyov moves away. Farrelly throws a lazy right hand but Seleznyov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Farrelly goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Seamus Farrelly is winning the standup battle so far. Seleznyov misses with a kick to the body.
Seleznyov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Farrelly under the eye. Farrelly misses with an attempted mid kick.
Farrelly thows a leg kick but Seleznyov checks it The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. and Seleznyov counters with a thumping low kick. Farrelly throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Seleznyov counters with a good low kick that Farrelly was not able to check. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Seleznyov misses with a wild body shot. Farrelly throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a leg kick. Seleznyov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farrelly was well out of range. Poor timing from Seleznyov. Farrelly on the wrong end of a nice hook. Farrelly getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Seleznyov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Farrelly doesn't seem bothered though. Farrelly avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Farrelly moves away. Seleznyov 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.
Farrelly lands with a nice body punch. Farrelly misses with a right hand and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Farrelly.
Seleznyov is looking to slow Farrelly down with leg kicks. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Roberto Seleznyov will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# A punch combination from Farrelly misses. Farrelly throws a right hand that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a slapping leg kick. Seleznyov wants to slow Farrelly down by chopping away at his legs. Farrelly misses with a straight left. Seleznyov cracks Farrelly with a right hand to the side of the head. Farrelly throws a front kick aimed at Seleznyov's knee but Seleznyov avoids it well. Farrelly backing away here, and Seleznyov unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Seleznyov misses with a body kick. A punch lands to the side of Farrelly 's head but he takes it in his stride. Seleznyov looks to land a left hand but Farrelly moved out of range nicely. Farrelly goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Farrelly pivots, looking for a leg kick but Seleznyov is out of range and Farrelly settles back down. Seleznyov misses with a kick to the body.
Seleznyov connects with an inside leg kick. Farrelly lands a nice hook to Seleznyov's body. Seleznyov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Farrelly loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Seleznyov! But no joy.#T1# Seleznyov moves out of range of the body kick from Farrelly.
Seleznyov avoids a kick to the body.
A jab from Farrelly misses. Farrelly fakes the leg kick and cracks Seleznyov in the body. Seleznyov stuns Farrelly with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Farrelly connects with the punch. Farrelly is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Farrelly throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Seleznyov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Nice uppercut lands for Seleznyov. That snapped Farrelly's head back.
#ROC2# Farrelly is rocked! Seleznyov lands an uppercut, right on the button! Farrelly tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov made sure to mention his sponsor, Aspire Clothing in his post fight interview.
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AD428: Interference
Date: Mar 18, 2017 |
#R1# Talbert looks to land a right hand but Seleznyov moved out of range. Seleznyov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Talbert takes a step back to recover. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A lazy left from Talbert finds it's target.#CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Talbert. Seleznyov blocks a jab. Seleznyov throws the kick towards the body but Talbert avoids it. Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov lands a head kick. Talbert smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Talbert slips a jab and a cross from Seleznyov.
A little jabbing left from Talbert on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Talbert misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Seleznyov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Talbert. Seleznyov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Talbert doesn't seem bothered though. Talbert stalks Seleznyov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Seleznyov's face. Seleznyov staggers backwards, shaken. This has been an exciting period of action! A jab from Talbert misses. Seleznyov cracks the inside of Talbert's front leg. #T1# A telegraphed right hand from Seleznyov misses the target. Seleznyov delivers a nice body kick. Talbert avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Talbert throws a jab when Seleznyov was well out of range. Seleznyov is looking to clinch. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Talbert! But no joy. Talbert rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Seleznyov moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Seleznyov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Talbert misses with an uppercut
and Seleznyov counters with a lovely straight right hand! We've been told by Seleznyov's head coaches at Thunder MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Talbert throws a shot from downtown. Seleznyov moves away and avoids it. Seleznyov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Talbert's calf. Talbert lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Seleznyov throws a solid leg kick but Talbert takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Seleznyov. A slow jab from Talbert misses its intended target. Seleznyov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. A combination from Talbert does no damage. #T2# Talbert takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Talbert. That kick from Seleznyov tenderised Talbert's leg. Talbert is trying to keep his angry face on. Seleznyov cracks the inside of Talbert's front leg. Seleznyov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sloppy strikes from Seleznyov. Those never looked like landing. Talbert looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Talbert lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Talbert momentarily.
Seleznyov throws a sloppy head kick and Talbert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Talbert lands the left hand. Seleznyov misses with a wild body shot. Seleznyov misses with a kick to the body.
Talbert uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
Talbert looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Seleznyov takes a swing at Talbert's ribcage but misses. Talbert looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3# Seleznyov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Seleznyov throws a nice head kick!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Seleznyov, right into the meat.
Talbert throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Talbert misses with an uppercut. Seleznyov saw that one coming. Seleznyov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Talbert's calf. Seleznyov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Seleznyov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A cross from Seleznyov lands. Sloppy strikes from Talbert. Those never looked like landing. Seleznyov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Talbert looks to land a combination but Seleznyov avoids it well. Talbert might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Jab by Talbert. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Talbert misses with an uppercut. Talbert misses with a straight right. #T4# Talbert connects with a looping right hand.
Seleznyov connects with a body shot that sends Talbert's belly button to the back. Seleznyov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. A telegraphed right hand from Talbert misses the target. Seleznyov cracks Talbert with a right hand to the side of the head. Talbert missing with a left hand there. Seleznyov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Talbert throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Talbert misses with a looping right. Talbert swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Seleznyov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Talbert. Talbert throws a big shot that misses. Seleznyov scores with a nice body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Talbert throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Seleznyov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Talbert. Seleznyov thuds his shin into the meat of Talbert's side. 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 Roberto Seleznyov will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Talbert. A slow jab from Talbert misses its intended target. Seleznyov half committed to a counter leg kick. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Talbert has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Talbert and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Seleznyov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Talbert looks like he wants to counter punch here. Talbert avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov throws the kick towards the body but Talbert avoids it. Seleznyov lands with a shot to the body. Seleznyov lands with a slapping head kick. Seleznyov throws a quick inside leg kick. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Seleznyov, right into the meat.
Talbert checks a leg kick nicely. It seemed like Talbert was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A jab from Talbert misses. Talbert checks a low kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. An inside leg kick lands from Seleznyov. Seleznyov throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1# Seleznyov defending well as Talbert loads up on a big left hand. Talbert takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Seleznyov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Talbert's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Seleznyov thuds his shin into the meat of Talbert's side. Seleznyov misses with a low kick. Talbert looks like he wants to counter punch here. Seleznyov throws a half hearted mid kick. The fighters circling - Talbert throws out the jab but it was never going to land. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Talbert has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Seleznyov. Talbert scores with a hook. Seleznyov catches Talbert with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Seleznyov misses with a hook
and Talbert counters with a nice uppercut. Talbert misses with a hook. Seleznyov ducked under it nicely. Talbert misses with a hook. Roberto Seleznyov is winning the standup battle so far. Seleznyov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Talbert at a distance.
#T2# Talbert connects with a crisp jab. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov throws a lazy right hand but Talbert sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Talbert sees it coming and checks it nicely. Seleznyov moves out of range of the strikes. Talbert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seleznyov. Seleznyov slips under a jab. Seleznyov's corner calls for a 1-2. Seleznyov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Seleznyov fakes the leg kick and cracks Talbert in the body. Seleznyov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Talbert throws out the jab. Talbert throws a jab when Seleznyov was well out of range. Seleznyov feints a jab promting Talbert to slip. Seleznyov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Talbert slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Seleznyov lands a leg kick that knocks Talbert off balance momentarily. Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Talbert. That did some damage! Seleznyov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Talbert. Seleznyov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Talbert just manages to avoid it.#T3# Talbert with a hook. Talbert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nice uppercut there from Talbert. Seleznyov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Talbert has time to react. Seleznyov staying out of range there. A right-left combo lands from Seleznyov. Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Seleznyov lands a nice looking body kick. Nice jab there from Seleznyov. Talbert moves forwards but Seleznyov connects with a nice, crisp jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! No joy there for Seleznyov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Talbert throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Seleznyov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Talbert can do to turn this around? Talbert connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Seleznyov momentarily.
Seleznyov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4# Talbert takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Seleznyov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Talbert. Seleznyov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Talbert. Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Talbert's front leg but catches the back leg as Talbert tries to avoid it. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Talbert might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Seleznyov has got the better of the exchanges. Seleznyov lands a leg kick that knocks Talbert off balance momentarily. The crowd cheers as Talbert lands an impressive looking overhand right. Seleznyov doesn't seem phased though. Talbert connects with a single shot there. Talbert misses with a looping left. An inside leg kick lands from Seleznyov. Seleznyov throws a series of strikes that have Talbert backpedaling.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice straight punches there by Seleznyov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Seleznyov. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Talbert. Talbert takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. 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. This is the final round! #R3# Talbert misses with a hook. Seleznyov connects with a solid leg kick. Talbert swinging wildly here.
Talbert looks to throw the jab but Seleznyov is out of range. Seleznyov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Talbert. Seleznyov throws a sloppy head kick and Talbert moves out of range easily. It seemed like Talbert was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Talbert moves out of range as Seleznyov throws a body kick.
Talbert looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Talbert checks a low kick from Seleznyov. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice defenses there by Seleznyov. Seleznyov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Talbert manages to avoid it. Talbert is looking for the big counter here. Seleznyov looks to throw the jab but Talbert is out of range. Seleznyov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Seleznyov scores with a nice right hand.
#T1# Seleznyov looks to throw a body kick and Talbert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Seleznyov throws a head kick that Talbert semi-blocks.
Seleznyov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Seleznyov throws out a leg kick but Talbert moves out of range and Seleznyov only half commits. Seleznyov scores with a push kick. Talbert lands a nice shot that snaps Seleznyov's head back.
Talbert misses with a double jab.
As Talbert backs away, Seleznyov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Talbert loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch. Seleznyov connects with a crisp jab. Seleznyov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. A big left from Talbert misses. No joy there for Seleznyov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Talbert moves out of range of the strikes. Talbert fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Roberto Seleznyov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2# Seleznyov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Seleznyov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Talbert. Talbert misses with a few strikes there.
Seleznyov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Seleznyov scores with a body shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Seleznyov.
Talbert uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Talbert. Talbert misses with a straight right. Seleznyov slips under a jab. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. Talbert looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Talbert. Seleznyov slips under a jab from Talbert. Talbert rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Seleznyov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Seleznyov works Talbert's body with a nice hook.#T3# Seleznyov thuds his right hand into Talbert's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Talbert avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov connects with a body shot. Seleznyov fails in his attempt to clinch. Talbert throws out a counter right but Seleznyov avoids it with no problem. Talbert throws a shot from downtown. Seleznyov moves away and avoids it. Talbert moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Talbert throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Talbert misses with a hook
and Seleznyov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A big left from Talbert misses. Seleznyov blocks a jab. Seleznyov throws a leg kick and Talbert counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Seleznyov swings away with a leg kick that misses. Jab, jab by Seleznyov - just one landing. Seleznyov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4# Nice shot by Seleznyov. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Talbert takes a shot right to the bread basket. Seleznyov feints and then cracks Talbert's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Talbert down. Talbert has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Seleznyov misses with an uppercut. Talbert throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. A telegraphed right hand from Talbert misses the target. Seleznyov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Seleznyov lands with a kick to the temple. Talbert shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Talbert misses with a lunging right hand
and Seleznyov counters with a lovely straight right hand! Talbert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Seleznyov sees it coming and avoids it easily. Seleznyov throws a head kick that half lands.
Talbert misses with a looping left. Talbert takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. A solid leg kick lands there for Seleznyov.
Sam Talbert has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Seleznyov lands a head kick. Talbert smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
And that's the end of the fight! Roberto Seleznyov showed his dominance in that final round. Well Seleznyov 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27 Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Zenith Nutrition (160q/225$) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
AD422: The Triangle of Love
Date: Feb 25, 2017 |
#R1# Kaepernick listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Kaepernick looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. Kaepernick misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Colin Kaepernick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Kaepernick swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kaepernick moves out of range of the strikes. Kaepernick lands a jab to Seleznyov's midsection. Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Kaepernick.
Kaepernick swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Kaepernick misses with a wild body shot. Kaepernick avoids the head kick by Seleznyov.
Kaepernick looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. Seleznyov slips a straight right by Kaepernick. Kaepernick looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. Seleznyov throws out a counter right but Kaepernick avoids it with no problem. Seleznyov digs a good body shot into Kaepernick's ribs. The fighters circle momentarily. Kaepernick darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. 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! Seleznyov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Kaepernick is looking to clinch. Seleznyov throws a series of punches but Kaepernick avoids them all with ease. Kaepernick fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL# Kaepernick gets in close and instigates a clinch. Kaepernick tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1# Seleznyov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kaepernick backwards. Kaepernick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kaepernick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Seleznyov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Seleznyov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaepernick throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocks an elbow strike. Kaepernick can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Seleznyov. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Seleznyov as Kaepernick tries to tie him up. Kaepernick tries to stall but Seleznyov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kaepernick. Seleznyov pushes Kaepernick back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2# Seleznyov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. That kick from Seleznyov tenderised Kaepernick's leg. Kaepernick is trying to keep his angry face on. Kaepernick swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kaepernick looks to throw the jab but Seleznyov is out of range. #CL# Kaepernick closes the distance and clinches. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2# Seleznyov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Seleznyov is struggling to control the position. Kaepernick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kaepernick gets through Seleznyov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. 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! Kaepernick lands with a left to the head. Seleznyov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Kaepernick lands a right hand that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Kaepernick looking to stall.
Kaepernick blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kaepernick misses with the head strike.
Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov trying to control the position but instead, Kaepernick has worked for underhooks and has pushed Seleznyov into the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaepernick. Kaepernick struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Seleznyov stalling in the clinch.
#T3# Kaepernick blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kaepernick lands an uppercut. Kaepernick struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Seleznyov blocking some punches.
Kaepernick blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kaepernick is struggling to control the position. Seleznyov working aggressively here.
Kaepernick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Seleznyov has Kaepernick pressed against the cage.
Kaepernick can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
A short uppercut from Seleznyov. Kaepernick misses with some punches.
Seleznyov tries to work over Kaepernick's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kaepernick lands a right hand. Kaepernick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov stalling the fight.
Kaepernick blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4# Seleznyov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kaepernick swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kaepernick blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Seleznyov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kaepernick's elbow. Seleznyov wants to break free but Kaepernick has control.
#BC2# Seleznyov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Seleznyov misses with a looping right. Kaepernick was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Seleznyov moves out of range of the strikes. Kaepernick jabbing away but nothing is landing. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov throws out a loose jab but Kaepernick uses good head movement to avoid it. Seleznyov throws a body shot but no joy. Kaepernick throws a quick counter head kick but Seleznyov was just out of range. Kaepernick lands a nice shot to the body.
Kaepernick throws a head kick but Seleznyov moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Kaepernick. Beautiful body shot. Kaepernick takes a swing at Seleznyov's ribcage but misses. Kaepernick looks to land a left hand but Seleznyov moved out of range nicely. Kaepernick swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Seleznyov. That snapped Kaepernick's head back.
Kaepernick misses the body punch and Seleznyov counters with a nice body shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colin Kaepernick 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# That kick from Seleznyov tenderised Kaepernick's leg. Kaepernick is trying to keep his angry face on. Seleznyov throws a right and a left that both miss. Kaepernick swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Seleznyov swats away the attempt to clinch by Kaepernick. Kaepernick steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Seleznyov. A head kick misses from Kaepernick. Seleznyov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kaepernick scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Seleznyov is looking to land body kicks. Seleznyov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaepernick manages to avoid it. Kaepernick is looking to clinch but Seleznyov is avoiding it.
Kaepernick is looking to wear down Seleznyov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Seleznyov swings for the body but Kaepernick moves out of range.
Kaepernick throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Seleznyov counters with an outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov misses with a hook. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. Kaepernick looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Seleznyov throws a hook but Kaepernick avoids it easily. A quick step to the side and Kaepernick tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Seleznyov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Kaepernick jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action! Kaepernick just misses with a punch to the body.
Kaepernick misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seleznyov.
#T1# Kaepernick uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
#CL# Kaepernick has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaepernick. Seleznyov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Seleznyov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kaepernick slowing the pace effectively. Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kaepernick taking a breather. Seleznyov blocks an uppercut.
Kaepernick lands a shoulder strike. Seleznyov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kaepernick up against the cage. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Kaepernick. Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Kaepernick.
Kaepernick tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kaepernick being controlled against the cage. Seleznyov pushes Kaepernick back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2# Kaepernick displaying some good clinch control by pressing Seleznyov up against the cage. Seleznyov has Kaepernick pressed against the cage.
Seleznyov controlling the action here for a moment.
Seleznyov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Seleznyov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kaepernick controls his hands.
Kaepernick lands an uppercut. 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! Seleznyov has Kaepernick pressed against the cage.
Kaepernick lands a shoulder strike. Kaepernick makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Seleznyov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Seleznyov lands with a short head shot on the inside. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Kaepernick. Kaepernick lands a body punch. #T3# Kaepernick misses with some punches.
Kaepernick has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Kaepernick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaepernick softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Kaepernick lands with a left to the head. Kaepernick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov being controlled against the cage. Kaepernick lands with a short head shot on the inside. Kaepernick leaning against his opponent.
#BC2# Seleznyov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Kaepernick checks a leg kick. Kaepernick avoids a kick to the body.
#CL# Kaepernick forces Seleznyov back against the cage and clinches. Kaepernick works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kaepernick working aggressively here.
Kaepernick lands with a short head shot on the inside. Kaepernick misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4# Still in the clinch, Seleznyov scores with a nice short uppercut. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2# Seleznyov manages to break the clinch.
Seleznyov takes one to the side of the head.
Kaepernick misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL# Seleznyov gets tackled into the cage by Kaepernick. Kaepernick maintains the clinch. Seleznyov working aggressively here.
Seleznyov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kaepernick lands with a short shot to the head. A battle for position here, against the cage. Seleznyov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kaepernick lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Colin Kaepernick has scored more points in the clinch so far. Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
Kaepernick tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Kaepernick back against the cage. Kaepernick just leaning against Seleznyov, taking a breather. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Seleznyov as Kaepernick tries to tie him up. Kaepernick tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colin Kaepernick dominated that second round. That's time! Kaepernick's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Kaepernick digs a good hook to Seleznyov's body.
Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Kaepernick sees it coming and moves out of range. Seleznyov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Kaepernick throws a lazy right hand but Seleznyov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Seleznyov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL# Kaepernick gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Kaepernick lands a body punch. Seleznyov blocks the elbow strike.
Kaepernick lands with a short shot to the head. Kaepernick misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov looking to stall.
Seleznyov is looking to control Kaepernick's arms but Kaepernick gets an underhook and turns him. Now Seleznyov has his back to the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaepernick lands a nice uppercut. Kaepernick misses with a short punch on the inside. Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kaepernick lands an uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kaepernick scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1# Kaepernick lands a nice uppercut. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Kaepernick. Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Seleznyov fails to land. Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
Kaepernick misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov blocks a body shot from Kaepernick. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seleznyov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Seleznyov being controlled against the cage. Seleznyov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Seleznyov is trying to stall.
#BC2# Seleznyov breaks from the clinch.
A left lands for Kaepernick. Kaepernick changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Roberto Seleznyov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Sloppy strikes from Kaepernick. Those never looked like landing. A right-left combo lands from Seleznyov. Kaepernick throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A head kick from Seleznyov lands but Kaepernick takes it in his stride. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kaepernick cracks Seleznyov with an open hand slap. Kaepernick throws a head kick but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Seleznyov misses with the combination.
Seleznyov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Seleznyov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Seleznyov avoids the head kick by Kaepernick.
Seleznyov with a hook. Nice shot by Kaepernick. Kaepernick moves out of range of the body kick from Seleznyov.
Kaepernick throws a quick counter head kick but Seleznyov was just out of range. Kaepernick throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Seleznyov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Seleznyov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kaepernick is out of range. Seleznyov wants to slow Kaepernick down by chopping away at his legs. A punch combination from Kaepernick misses. #T3# Seleznyov looks to throw the jab but Kaepernick is out of range. Kaepernick lands a nice shot to the body.
Donk. Kaepernick catches Seleznyov right on the button with a cross. Seleznyov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kaepernick lands with a good body shot. Seleznyov throws a jab when Kaepernick was well out of range. The crowd cheers as Seleznyov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kaepernick doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2# It looks like Colin Kaepernick has been cut. Colin Kaepernick is winning the standup battle so far. Kaepernick lands with a shot to the body. #CL# Kaepernick gets a clinch. Seleznyov lands with a light punch inside. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Kaepernick. Kaepernick scores with a shot to the side of Seleznyov's head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A short left from Kaepernick. Seleznyov throws a head punch that misses. A short uppercut from Seleznyov. Kaepernick cracks Seleznyov with a nice body shot. Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov takes a shot to the head. Kaepernick lands with a right to the head. Colin Kaepernick is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Come on Kaepernick - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kaepernick throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Kaepernick can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov working aggressively here.
Seleznyov lands with a light punch inside. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaepernick. Seleznyov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! Colin Kaepernick showed his dominance in that final round. Well Kaepernick 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Colin Kaepernick! Colin Kaepernick thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
AD415: This Is Deep
Date: Feb 01, 2017 |
#R1# Seleznyov scores with a shot to the body.
Johnson tries to land a front kick but Seleznyov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Seleznyov is looking to score with low kicks. Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. A little feinted left hand from Seleznyov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Johnson misses with a double jab.
Seleznyov digs a good hook to Johnson's body.
A jab from Seleznyov finds it's way through Johnson's defenses. Johnson misses with a body kick. Johnson misses with a body kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Johnson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Johnson looks winded! Seleznyov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Johnson doesn't seem bothered though. #KD# Seleznyov drops Johnson with a beautiful combination! Johnson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Seleznyov is looking for the KO!#ROC# Johnson is rocked!#CUT# It looks like Wampage Johnson has been cut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Johnson takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Seleznyov sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Johnson bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roberto Seleznyov! After the fight, Roberto Seleznyov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
AD409: Get up
Date: Jan 11, 2017 |
#R1##KD2# Bill lands a left and a right that sends Seleznyov crashing to the canvas! Bill dives into mount looking to finish!#CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Bill with shots to the head and body - Seleznyov looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC2# Seleznyov is rocked! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Bill lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Seleznyov! Bill sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Seleznyov and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Don T. Bill! Don T. Bill thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
AD403: Patience is key
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
#R1# Seleznyov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov throws a lazy body kick and Williams counters with a lovely straight right hand! Seleznyov throws out a loose jab but Williams uses good head movement to avoid it. Williams throws a sloppy head kick and Seleznyov moves out of range easily. Williams misses with a looping left. Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Seleznyov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Williams looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Seleznyov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Seleznyov wants to clinch and Williams cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Williams takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
An inside leg kick lands from Seleznyov. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Seleznyov forces Williams back against the cage and clinches.#T1# Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. Seleznyov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Williamss head. A short right from Williams on the inside. Williams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Williams lands a right hand. Seleznyov working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Williams.
Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. Williams takes a shot to the head. Williams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov trying to control the position but instead, Williams has worked for underhooks and has pushed Seleznyov into the cage. Come on Seleznyov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Seleznyov. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Williams swings wildly with an uppercut but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Come on Seleznyov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Williams trying to stall but Seleznyov improves his position.
#BC# Williams breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Seleznyov misses with a body kick. Williams was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Williams throws out a loose jab but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. Seleznyov clobbers Williams with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Seleznyov dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Seleznyov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Williams. That did some damage! Seleznyov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Williams is looking to counter punch.#CL2# Seleznyov closes the distance and pushes Williams back into the cage. Williams swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov lands with a right to the head. Seleznyov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Nice body punch from Seleznyov - that landed with a thud.
#T3# Seleznyov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC2# Williams is rocked! Seleznyov misses with a body punch.
Oh Williams is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Williams has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Williams seems to have got his legs back now. Seleznyov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Seleznyov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Williams misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov blocking some punches.
Seleznyov pushes Williams back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Williams is defending well against a takedown attempt. Seleznyov gets through Williams's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Williams tries a body shot but Seleznyov blocks it.
Williams misses with a short punch on the inside. Williams misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Williams slowing the pace effectively. Williams scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC# Williams pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Seleznyov slips a straight right by Williams. Seleznyov tries a head kick but it misses.
#T4# Seleznyov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov lands a body shot.
Williams throws a lazy right hand but Seleznyov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Seleznyov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Williams counters with a lovely straight right hand! Williams scores with a nice body kick.
Seleznyov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Williams has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Seleznyov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Williams on the wrong end of a nice jab. Seleznyov defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand. Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A low kick from Williams misses and Seleznyov counters with a straight right hand. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Williams swings widly with a right hand
and Seleznyov counters with a slapping leg kick. A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Williams misses with a straight right. Seleznyov throws a leg kick and Williams counters with a straight right hand. Williams moves out of range of the leg kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. A swing and a miss from Seleznyov. Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Williams.
A good leg kick by Seleznyov. Williams getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Williams misses with a hook. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov tests Williams's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov swings for the body but Williams moves out of range.
Seleznyov moves out of range of the strikes. Seleznyov has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Williams misses with a looping left. Williams blocks a leg kick.#T1# Williams scores with the left hand. Seleznyov knows he should have avoided that one. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be getting the better of the standup. Williams on the wrong end of a nice hook. Daniel Williams is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Seleznyov throws a hook but Williams blocks it. Williams takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Williams throws a nice looking combination but Seleznyov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Seleznyov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. A slapping body kick lands there for Seleznyov. Williams takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Good shot there by Williams. Williams takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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!#CL2# Seleznyov has Williams up against the cage in a clinch.
Seleznyov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2# Williams working aggressively here.
Williams fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Williams on the inside. A short left from Seleznyov. Williams throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Seleznyov effectively controlling the action here. Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Williams's elbow. Seleznyov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. A frustrated look appears on Williams's face as he tries to break the clinch. Seleznyov misses with some punches.
Seleznyov blocks an uppercut.
Williams struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Williams throws a head punch that misses. #BC2# Seleznyov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Williams is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Williams misses with an uppercut. Seleznyov saw that one coming.#T3# Seleznyov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Williams throws a series of punches but Seleznyov avoids them all with ease. Williams takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Seleznyov throws a front kick that sends Williams stumbling back into the cage. Seleznyov scores with a hook to the body. Williams takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Seleznyov throws a wild body kick that Williams sees coming a mile off. Seleznyov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Williams is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Seleznyov cracks Williams with a right hand to the side of the head. Seleznyov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Seleznyov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Williams 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. Seleznyov takes a swing at Williams's ribcage but misses. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Williams looks to land a left hand but Seleznyov moved out of range nicely. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4# Williams comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Seleznyov looks to land a body kick but Williams moved away. Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Williams lands with a kick to the temple. Seleznyov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Seleznyov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Williams under the eye. Seleznyov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2# Seleznyov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Williams blocking some punches.
Williams lands an uppercut. Williams misses with some punches.
Seleznyov swings wildly with an uppercut but Williams uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC# Williams escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Seleznyov throws a body shot but no joy. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. 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# A solid leg kick lands there for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Seleznyov. Seleznyov thumps Williams with a low kick. Williams misses with a straight right. Williams drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Seleznyov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Seleznyov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Seleznyov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov misses with a takedown attempt - Williams sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Seleznyov fails to land with a series of punches.
Williams loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch.#T1# Williams throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Seleznyov cracks Williams with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#KD2# Seleznyov cracks Williams with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Williams looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Seleznyov finish him?
Williams misses with a leg kick. Seleznyov throws an off balance right hand
and Seleznyov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Williams takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Good leg kick by Seleznyov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Williams thows a left - swing and a miss! Seleznyov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Seleznyov slips under a jab. Seleznyov scores with a jab. Williams acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Seleznyov misses with a body shot
and Seleznyov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Williams is looking to slow Seleznyov down with leg kicks. Roberto Seleznyov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2# Seleznyov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Williams swats him away and circles back towards the center. Williams dodges the punch combination from Seleznyov.
Williams tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Seleznyov scores with a push kick. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. Williams looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Williams finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Seleznyov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Williams with a body shot. Williams displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Seleznyov throws out the jab. Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Seleznyov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Seleznyov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3# Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2# Seleznyov clinches with his opponent.
#BC# Williams pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. That kick from Seleznyov tenderised Williams's leg. Williams is trying to keep his angry face on. Seleznyov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Seleznyov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Williams throws a hook to the side of Seleznyov's head but Seleznyov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Williams takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Williams tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Williams misses with a lunging right hand
and Seleznyov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. No luck for Seleznyov with that takedown attempt. An attempted straight right counter from Williams misses the target. Daniel Williams has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Williams digs a good body shot into Seleznyov's ribs. Williams takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Seleznyov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Williams. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A solid leg kick lands there for Seleznyov.
Williams is looking to take this fight into the clinch. As Williams backs off Seleznyov throws a huge counter combo but Williams manages to avoid it all. Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Williams. That did some damage! A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Seleznyov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Williams appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight! Roberto Seleznyov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Seleznyov 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
AD398: Seventh of Forty-fifth
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1# Seleznyov throws a hook but Sagat avoids it easily. Seleznyov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Seleznyov lands with an overhand left. Seleznyov throws a hook but Sagat blocks it. Sagat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Seleznyov. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Sagat. Seleznyov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Seleznyov slips a jab from Sagat. Sagat misses with a hook. Seleznyov ducked under it nicely. #CL# Seleznyov closes the distance and clinches. Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
Sagat struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Seleznyov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov can't find room to land a body shot as Sagat controls the action.
Sagat lands a hook to the side of the head. Seleznyov lands with a right to the head. Seleznyov is struggling to control the position. We've been informed that Sagat 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. Sagat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Sagat goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# Sagat misses with some punches.
Sagat fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sagat misses with a hook from the clinch. Sagat misses with a punch to the body.
Sagat lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. A nice right hand lands inside from Seleznyov. Sagat throws a head punch that misses. Sagat fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Sagat as Seleznyov tries to tie him up. Seleznyov leaning against his opponent.
Sagat throws a head punch that misses. Sagat lands a body shot. Sagat pushes Seleznyov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sagat throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Sagat takes a shot to the head. Sagat misses with the head strike.
Seleznyov swings wildly with an uppercut but Sagat uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Sagat tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Sagat back against the cage. Seleznyov tries a body shot but Sagat blocks it.
Sagat misses with a body punch.
Sagat misses with some punches.
Sagat stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Seleznyov dodges an elbow strike from Sagat.
Sagat tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Sagat back against the cage. Sagat lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Seleznyov. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Seleznyov throws a head punch that misses. Seleznyov pressing his opponent against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Seleznyov. A head punch on the inside from Seleznyov fails to land. Sagat gets through Seleznyov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Sagat lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Seleznyov or not. Sagat misses with a body punch.
#T3# Seleznyov can't find room to land a body shot as Sagat controls the action.
Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Sagat.
Sagat works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Seleznyov looking to slow down the pace here. Sagat swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Seleznyov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Sagat lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. The referee calls for Seleznyov to work.
Sagat misses with a hook from the clinch. Sagat doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Seleznyov fails to land. Sagat lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Seleznyov effectively controlling the action here. Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sagat's elbow. Sagat lands a right hand. Seleznyov stalling in the clinch.
#T4# Sagat misses with some punches.
Sagat blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sagat pushes Seleznyov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC# Seleznyov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Victor Sagat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Sagat waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seleznyov. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sagat looks to throw the jab but Seleznyov is out of range. We've been told by Seleznyov's head coaches at Thunder MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Some bone on bone action there as Seleznyov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Sagat fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Seleznyov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Seleznyov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Sagat swings and misses with a shot to the body and Seleznyov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Sagat lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Sagat throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. Sagat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sagat lands with a straight right. Seleznyov didn't see that one coming. Sagat misses the jab. Sagat slips a jab and a cross from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses with a hook. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Victor Sagat dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov'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# Sagat blocks a low kick nicely. Sagat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sagat misses the shot to the body. Seleznyov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Sagat throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. Sagat connects with a leg kick. Seleznyov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Sagat has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sagat and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Seleznyov misses with a kick to the body.
Sagat has been the more effective fighter overall so far. A swing and a miss from Sagat. A looping hook to the body misses from Seleznyov. Sagat does a little dance to reset his feet. Sagat loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch. Sagat connects with a body shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Good leg kick by Seleznyov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Seleznyov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sagat on the wrong end of a nice hook. Seleznyov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. This has been an exciting period of action! Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Seleznyov!
#T1# Sagat swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
A punch combination from Seleznyov misses. Sagat is looking to clinch but Seleznyov is avoiding it.
An attempted straight right counter from Seleznyov misses the target. Sagat lands a jab to Seleznyov's midsection. A slapping leg kick lands for Sagat.
Sagat misses with a low kick. Sagat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Seleznyov throws a big counter combination but Sagat scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Sagat sizes up Seleznyov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Seleznyov slips under a jab from Sagat. Seleznyov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Seleznyov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#CL# Seleznyov moves into range and clinches up with Sagat. Seleznyov is leaning against Sagat and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Sagat misses with some punches.
Sagat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Sagat blocking some punches.
#T2# Seleznyov misses with the head strike.
Sagat can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sagat tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Seleznyov leaning against his opponent.
Sagat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov misses with a hook from the clinch. Sagat fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Seleznyov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sagat backwards. Sagat throws a head punch that misses. Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sagat's elbow. Sagat goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sagats head. Sagat misses with a short punch on the inside. Sagat can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov stalling the fight.
Sagat throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sagat. Seleznyov looking to slow down the pace here.#T3# Seleznyov stalling in the clinch.
Seleznyov tries to throw a body punch but Sagat avoids it by throwing Seleznyov back against the cage. Seleznyov tries to work over Sagat's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Seleznyov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sagat. Sagat is defending well against a takedown attempt. Sagat lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Seleznyov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sagat up against the cage. Seleznyov can't find room to land a body shot as Sagat controls the action.
#BC# Seleznyov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Seleznyov throws a quick inside leg kick. Seleznyov wants to clinch. Sagat scores with a hook.#T4# Seleznyov checks a leg kick. Seleznyov slips a straight right by Sagat. Sagat looks to land a right hand but Seleznyov moved out of range. Sagat lands with a hook. Seleznyov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. The fighters circling - Seleznyov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Sagat misses with a straight left. Sagat avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Sagat lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Sagat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Seleznyov throwing a counter right hand but Sagat manages to avoid it. Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Sagat.
Seleznyov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Sagat drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Sagat scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Seleznyov moves in looking to clinch but Sagat pushes him off. The fighters circling - Seleznyov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Victor Sagat will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Sagat throws a leg kick but Seleznyov moved away. Sagat connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Sagat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov tries a head kick but it misses.
Sagat walks into a jab. Nice uppercut there from Sagat. Sagat feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Seleznyov's calf. Seleznyov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sagat. Seleznyov walks into a straight right hand from Sagat. Sagat takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Victor Sagat seems to be getting the better of the standup. Sagat wants to clinch up but Seleznyov keeps it at a distance. Seleznyov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sagat.#T1# Sagat blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
Sagat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Sagat throws the kick towards the body but Seleznyov avoids it. Sagat swats away the attempt to clinch by Seleznyov. Seleznyov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sagat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL# Seleznyov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sagat, pushing him back against the cage. Seleznyov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sagats head. Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC# Seleznyov manages to break the clinch.
Sagat connects with a good right hand that stumbles Seleznyov. Seleznyov circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Sagat avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sagat throws out a counter right but Seleznyov avoids it with no problem.#CL2# Sagat has Seleznyov up against the cage in a clinch.
Sagat has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Sagat tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Roberto Seleznyov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Seleznyov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Sagat throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sagat lands with a left to the head. Victor Sagat seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Seleznyov lands with a left to the head. Seleznyov stalling.
Seleznyov takes a shot to the head. A short right hand to the side of the head by Sagat. Sagat lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC2# Seleznyov is rocked! A short left from Sagat. Oh Seleznyov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Sagat throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Sagat misses with a hook from the clinch. Seleznyov throws a punch but it's blocked by Sagat. Seleznyov misses with the head strike.
Sagat has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sagat. Sagat misses with some punches.
Sagat misses with a hook from the clinch. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Sagat. Sagat swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sagat throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocking some punches.
Seleznyov struggles to land a body shot inside as Sagat controls his hands.
Sagat struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
#BC# Seleznyov breaks the clinch.
Seleznyov seems to have got his legs back now.#T3# Seleznyov connects with an inside leg kick. Sagat misses with a wild combination.
Seleznyov scores with a body shot.
Seleznyov takes a kick to the side of the head. Sagat blocks a leg kick. Seleznyov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sagat can pounce on him.
Victor Sagat is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. A punch lands to the side of Seleznyov 's head but he takes it in his stride. Sagat blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
Some bone on bone action there as Sagat checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Sagat fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sagat takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sagat scores with a jab. Sagat thuds his right hand into Seleznyov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov swats away the attempt to clinch by Sagat.#T4# Seleznyov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Seleznyov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Seleznyov throws a sloppy body shot
and Sagat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Sloppy strikes from Sagat. Those never looked like landing. Sagat checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sagat lands the left hand. Seleznyov takes one to the chin there. Sagat is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Sagat is looking to take this fight into the clinch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov throws a hook to the side of Sagat's head but Sagat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Sagat staying out of range there. Sagat is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Seleznyov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that's the end of the fight! Victor Sagat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Sagat 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30 Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Sagat! Our winner, Victor Sagat, 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.
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Event:
AD392: Proof of treasure
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1# A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. Kaepernick works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kaepernick. #CL# Kaepernick gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Kaepernick misses with a punch on the inside.
Kaepernick is looking to control Seleznyov's arms but Seleznyov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kaepernick has his back to the cage. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Seleznyov being controlled against the cage. Kaepernick working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Kaepernick avoiding damage.
Kaepernick lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaepernick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kaepernick uses good head movement to avoid it. A left hand lands to the body for Kaepernick.
Seleznyov controlling the action here for a moment.
Kaepernick stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1# Kaepernick lands with a right to the head. Seleznyov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaepernick. Seleznyov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Kaepernick taking a breather. Kaepernick tries to land a knee to the head but Seleznyov blocks with his arms.
Kaepernick misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kaepernick. Kaepernick blocks a body shot from Seleznyov. Kaepernick tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Kaepernick back against the cage. Seleznyov stalling.
Kaepernick misses with a hook from the clinch. Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov looking to slow down the pace here. Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Kaepernick.
Seleznyov blocking some punches.
The referee calls for Seleznyov to work.
Seleznyov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Seleznyov working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from Seleznyov.
#T2# Seleznyov dodges an elbow strike from Kaepernick.
Kaepernick throws a head punch that misses. Seleznyov is working Kaepernick over against the cage. Seleznyov lands a shot to the body. Seleznyov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kaepernick backwards. Seleznyov throws a head punch that misses. Seleznyov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kaepernick has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
A short body shot lands from Seleznyov as the two fighters clinch.
Kaepernick is breathing heavily. Kaepernick trying to stall but Seleznyov improves his position.
Kaepernick can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov misses with a punch on the inside.
Seleznyov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kaepernick backwards. Seleznyov effectively controlling the action here. Kaepernick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kaepernick lands with a left to the head. Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3# A short uppercut from Kaepernick. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaepernick. A short right from Kaepernick. Kaepernick working aggressively here.
Kaepernick makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Kaepernick lands with a short shot to the head. A short right from Kaepernick on the inside. Seleznyov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kaepernick seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Seleznyov can turn it around. Seleznyov is working for takedown but Kaepernick is calmly controlling the position for now. Seleznyov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kaepernick trying to stall but Seleznyov improves his position.
Kaepernick blocking some punches.
Seleznyov letting Kaepernick take a breather here. Seleznyov lands a right hand. Kaepernick scores with a shot to the side of Seleznyov's head. A short right from Kaepernick on the inside. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A battle for position here, against the cage. Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Kaepernick. #T4# Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kaepernick's elbow. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kaepernick. Kaepernick takes a shot to the head. Seleznyov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Kaepernick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Kaepernick tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kaepernick with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kaepernick is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Seleznyov is keeping busy. Kaepernick stops a takedown attempt from Seleznyov.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Kaepernick misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kaepernick blocks an uppercut.
Kaepernick looking to throw knees to the head but Seleznyov is blocking nicely.
A short right from Kaepernick on the inside. Seleznyov misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colin Kaepernick 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# Seleznyov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Kaepernick lands a head kick!
Kaepernick throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL# Kaepernick clinches up with Seleznyov and pushes him back against the cage. Kaepernick blocking some punches.
Kaepernick misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov is leaning against Kaepernick and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kaepernick taking a breather. Seleznyov wants to stall.
Kaepernick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov looking to stall.
Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #CUT2# It looks like Colin Kaepernick has been cut. Seleznyov pressing his opponent against the cage. Seleznyov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kaepernick is defending well. Seleznyov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1# Kaepernick misses with a hook to the ribs.
I was talking to Kaepernick's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Seleznyov lands a shoulder strike. Kaepernick throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaepernick. Kaepernick working aggressively here.
Kaepernick working aggressively here.
Seleznyov is trying to stall.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seleznyov. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kaepernick creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Kaepernick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaepernick avoiding damage.
A short right from Seleznyov on the inside. Seleznyov scores with an uppercut up the middle. Kaepernick looking to slow down the pace here. Kaepernick struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Kaepernick doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Kaepernick.
#T2# Seleznyov pressing his opponent against the cage. Kaepernick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A body shot lands from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses with a body punch.
Seleznyov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good body shot from Seleznyov.
Kaepernick stalling the fight.
Seleznyov misses with some punches.
Kaepernick misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov pushes Kaepernick back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Seleznyov leaning against his opponent.
Stalling in the clinch from Seleznyov.
A battle for position here, against the cage. Seleznyov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kaepernick lands a right hand that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Seleznyov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kaepernick backwards. #T3# Seleznyov is stalling here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Roberto Seleznyov. Kaepernick throws a head kick but Seleznyov moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Kaepernick. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Seleznyov - that will leave a mark!
Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Seleznyov with a body punch. A glancing blow. Some wild striking there from Seleznyov.
Kaepernick appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Kaepernick. Seleznyov does a little dance to reset his feet. A lazy body kick from Seleznyov and Kaepernick counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Kaepernick tries to land a front kick but Seleznyov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL# Kaepernick rushes Seleznyov and presses him up against the cage. Kaepernick is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Kaepernick.
Kaepernick misses with a body punch.
Seleznyov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Seleznyov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A hook to the body from Kaepernick.
Kaepernick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4# Seleznyov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Kaepernick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kaepernick controls his hands.
Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. Kaepernick taking a breather. Kaepernick lands a hook to the side of the head. Stalling in the clinch from Seleznyov.
Kaepernick dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Seleznyov working aggressively here.
Kaepernick lands a left hand.
A hook to the body from Seleznyov.
Kaepernick struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Kaepernick tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A short body shot lands from Kaepernick as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaepernick. Kaepernick misses with the head strike.
Seleznyov can't find room to land a body shot as Kaepernick controls the action.
A battle for position here, against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Colin Kaepernick's cut. 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# Seleznyov throws the left hand but Kaepernick avoids the punch easily. Seleznyov is looking to score with low kicks.#CL# Kaepernick has managed to clinch.
Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Kaepernick. Seleznyov lands a right hand. Seleznyov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kaepernick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short body shot lands from Seleznyov as the two fighters clinch.
Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kaepernick's elbow. Seleznyov is leaning against Kaepernick and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. Seleznyov lands with a left to the head. Kaepernick lands with a left to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A right hand to the body from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov lands a body shot. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Seleznyov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Seleznyov lands with a left to the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kaepernick can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
A short left from Seleznyov. Kaepernick working aggressively here.
#T1# Seleznyov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seleznyov works on Kaepernick's body with a couple of short punches. Seleznyov wants to stall.
Seleznyov lands with a light punch inside. Seleznyov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Good body shot from Kaepernick.
Kaepernick misses with some punches.
Kaepernick misses with an elbow over the top. Seleznyov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kaepernick backwards. Seleznyov lands a left hand.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Kaepernick is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Maybe Kaepernick would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much. Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kaepernick's elbow. Seleznyov throws a head punch that misses. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaepernick. #T2# Kaepernick throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Kaepernick swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Seleznyov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kaepernick throws a head punch that misses. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaepernick. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kaepernick creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Seleznyov lands an uppercut. Kaepernick misses with a hook from the clinch. Kaepernick takes a shot to the head. Kaepernick doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kaepernick tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kaepernick has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov blocks a body shot from Kaepernick. Seleznyov is working Kaepernick over against the cage. Kaepernick is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Seleznyov wants to stall.
#T3# Kaepernick misses with an elbow strike.
Kaepernick tries a body shot but Seleznyov blocks it.
Kaepernick struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Seleznyov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov is looking to control Kaepernick's arms but Kaepernick gets an underhook and turns him. Now Seleznyov has his back to the cage. Kaepernick tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Seleznyov lands with a short head shot on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Seleznyov. Seleznyov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Seleznyov takes a shot to the head. Kaepernick has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Kaepernick misses with a knee strike.
Kaepernick misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kaepernick backwards. Kaepernick is trying to stall.
Seleznyov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaepernick. #T4# Seleznyov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Kaepernick lands a body punch. Kaepernick prevents a body shot from Seleznyov. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Seleznyov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Seleznyov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaepernick. Seleznyov tries to stall but Kaepernick uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kaepernick's elbow. Kaepernick can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. Seleznyov lands a nice uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kaepernick slowing the pace effectively. Kaepernick takes a shot to the head. Kaepernick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. Kaepernick lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that's the end of the fight! Roberto Seleznyov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Seleznyov 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! In his post fight interview, Roberto Seleznyov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. Colin Kaepernick was interviewed post fight and said 'shit balls'.
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#R1# Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Jones moved away. Jones scores with a body shot.
Jones scores with a punch to the head. Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov works Jones's body with a nice hook. Seleznyov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Seleznyov. Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Seleznyov moves away from the strike by Jones. Seleznyov staying out of range there. Seleznyov just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. Jones looks to land a right hand but Seleznyov moved out of range. A thudding body kick lands there by Seleznyov!
Seleznyov works the jab nicely. Seleznyov tries to land a leg kick but Jones saw it coming and moves away.
Seleznyov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov scores with a kick to the body.
Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones. Jones throws a series of punches but Seleznyov moves out of range. #CL# Seleznyov clinches up against the cage.#T1# Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Jones. Jones throws a head punch that misses. Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Jones misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Jones.
Seleznyov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones misses with some punches.
Jones working aggressively here.
Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Jones working aggressively here.
Seleznyov looking to stall.
A shot in the inside from Jones. Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocks an uppercut.
Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seleznyov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2# Seleznyov looking to stall.
Seleznyov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action! Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. Jones working aggressively here.
Jones working aggressively here.
Seleznyov looking to stall.
Seleznyov trying to stall but Jones improves his position.
Maybe Seleznyov would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much. Seleznyov struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones controls his hands.
Seleznyov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Seleznyov.
Jones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Seleznyov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Jones tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Jones back against the cage. #T3# Seleznyov working aggressively here.
Seleznyov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jones up against the cage. Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Seleznyov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones blocks a body shot from Seleznyov. Jones pushes Seleznyov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Jones letting Seleznyov take a breather here. Seleznyov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy. Seleznyov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov works on Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Seleznyov pressing his opponent against the cage. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Roberto Seleznyov. Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. Seleznyov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Jones looks to land a left hand but Seleznyov moved out of range nicely.#T4# Jones lands a nice hook to Seleznyov's body. Seleznyov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. Seleznyov moves in looking to clinch but Jones pushes him off. Seleznyov avoids a kick to the body.
Seleznyov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Seleznyov is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Seleznyov lands a nice shot that snaps Jones's head back.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jones.
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! Seleznyov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL# Seleznyov rushes Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones trying to control the position but instead, Seleznyov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jones into the cage. Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Achilles Jones will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Jones avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it. Jones digs a good hook to Seleznyov's body.
Seleznyov staying out of range there. Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Roberto Seleznyov is winning the standup battle so far. Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Seleznyov misses with a low kick.
Seleznyov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jones eats them both and turns towards Seleznyov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Jones lands a head kick. Seleznyov smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov swings away with a leg kick that misses. Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Seleznyov checks a leg kick. Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. No joy there for Seleznyov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Seleznyov moves out of range easily. Jones is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent. Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Seleznyov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jones throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Seleznyov throws a body shot but no joy. #T1# Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seleznyov tried to counter with a leg kick but Jones avoided it. Seleznyov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
Both fighters circling a little - Seleznyov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Achilles Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Jones.
Jones throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL# Seleznyov takes the fight into the clinch. Seleznyov pushes Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Seleznyov trying to control the position but instead, Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Seleznyov into the cage. Good body shot from Seleznyov.
Jones looking to slow down the pace here. Seleznyov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seleznyov misses with some punches.
Seleznyov can't break the clinch.
#T2# Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seleznyov. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones. A short left from Seleznyov. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jones presses Seleznyov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. A short left from Jones. Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Jones. Jones misses with a body punch.
Seleznyov avoiding damage.
Jones working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Seleznyov.#T3# Jones misses with some punches.
Seleznyov swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch on the inside from Seleznyov fails to land. A short uppercut from Jones. Seleznyov misses with some punches.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. Seleznyov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov pushes Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A right hook to the body lands for Seleznyov.
Jones is breathing heavily. Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
A short right from Seleznyov on the inside. Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seleznyov tries a body shot but Jones blocks it.
Jones taking a breather. Jones tries to throw a body punch but Seleznyov avoids it by throwing Jones back against the cage. Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Seleznyov wants to stall.
#T4# A short uppercut from Jones. Jones looking to slow down the pace here. Seleznyov effectively controlling the action here. Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Jones tries a body shot but Seleznyov blocks it.
Seleznyov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov looking to stall.
Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
Jones throws a head punch that misses. A short right from Seleznyov. Seleznyov blocks a body shot from Jones. Seleznyov misses with a short punch on the inside. Seleznyov lands on the inside with an uppercut. Seleznyov lands a left hand.
Jones dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. 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 Roberto Seleznyov will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. That's time! Seleznyov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Seleznyov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Seleznyov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Jones jabs Seleznyov right on the nose. Seleznyov blinks but takes it well. Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Seleznyov momentarily.
Seleznyov fails in his attempt to clinch. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Seleznyov, as that shot connected.
Jones tries to land a leg kick but Seleznyov saw it coming and moves away.
#CL# Seleznyov takes the fight into the clinch. Seleznyov is trying to stall.
Seleznyov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones lands a nice shot to the body. Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Jones tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Seleznyov throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. Seleznyov blocks a body shot from Jones. Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1# Jones blocks an uppercut.
Seleznyov looking to stall.
Jones blocks a body shot from Seleznyov. Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Seleznyov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Jones trying to stall but Seleznyov improves his position.
Seleznyov has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position. Jones taking a breather. Roberto Seleznyov has scored more points in the clinch so far. A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones. Seleznyov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Seleznyov scores with a shot to the side of Jones's head. #T2# Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jones misses with some punches.
Seleznyov lands a left hand.
Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Jones tries a body shot but Seleznyov blocks it.
Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seleznyov. Jones blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Jones on the inside. Jones lands a nice shot to the 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! Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jones blocks a body shot from Seleznyov. Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. Seleznyov blocks a body shot from Jones. A short right from Seleznyov on the inside. Seleznyov trying to stall but Jones improves his position.
#T3# Jones tries a body shot but Seleznyov blocks it.
Seleznyov lands a shoulder strike. Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Good body shot from Jones.
Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Jones is leaning against Seleznyov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Seleznyov misses with a punch on the inside.
Seleznyov misses with a body punch.
Jones is leaning against Seleznyov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Jones presses Seleznyov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seleznyov's elbow. A nice right hand lands inside from Jones. A short right from Jones. Jones gets through Seleznyov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Seleznyov is trying to maintain a safe position but Jones gets an underhook and turns Seleznyov into the cage. Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Seleznyov or not. #T4# A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones. Seleznyov controlling the action here for a moment.
Seleznyov misses with some punches.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones's elbow. Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment. A left hand lands to the body for Jones.
A right hand to the body from Jones.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight! Achilles Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Jones 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Achilles Jones!
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Event:
AD380: Thrilla in Manila '75
Date: Oct 01, 2016 |
#R1# D Amato throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. A slow jab from Seleznyov misses its intended target. Seleznyov tries to clinch there but D Amato circles away.
Seleznyov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Thunder MMA in the buildup to the fight. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but D Amato moves away. D Amato throws a jab when Seleznyov was well out of range. D Amato lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Seleznyov circles away quickly and effectively. D Amato's coach down at *****MY YARD***** was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on D Amato's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Seleznyov misses with a hook to the body
and D Amato connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov takes a swing at D Amato's ribcage but misses. D Amato swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. D Amato keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Seleznyov tries to clinch up. It seemed like D Amato was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 D Amato has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from D Amato and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. An inside leg kick lands from Seleznyov. D Amato throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov misses with a low kick as D Amato jumps back. Seleznyov scores with a jab to the jaw. Seleznyov slips a jab and a cross from D Amato.
D Amato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Seleznyov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. D Amato looks to throw the jab but Seleznyov is out of range. #T1# D Amato lands a jab to the nose. D Amato throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Seleznyov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Nice takedown defense from D Amato. No joy for Seleznyov on that attempt. Seleznyov scores with a hook. D Amato connects with a jab. Good leg kick by Seleznyov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
D Amato misses with a looping right. Seleznyov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between D Amato's hands. Seleznyov dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Seleznyov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by D Amato.
D Amato blocks the body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! D Amato misses with a looping left. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Seleznyov scores with a jab to the jaw. D Amato ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Seleznyov moves away. D Amato is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Seleznyov thuds his shin into the meat of D Amato's side. Seleznyov moves away from the strike by D Amato. #T2# D Amato ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. A lazy body kick from Seleznyov and D Amato counters with a lovely straight right hand! D Amato bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. D Amato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seleznyov is looking to counter with a shot to the body. D Amato walks into a left hand. D Amato circles away from the clinch attempt.
Seleznyov throws the kick towards the body but D Amato avoids it. D Amato swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
D Amato 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. D Amato takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Seleznyov, right into the meat.
Seleznyov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Seleznyov defending well as D Amato loads up on a big left hand. D Amato scores with the left hand. Seleznyov knows he should have avoided that one. D Amato lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. D Amato misses with an uppercut. Seleznyov saw that one coming. D Amato uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seleznyov. D Amato misses with a looping left. Seleznyov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3# D Amato throws a body shot but no joy. D Amato throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Seleznyov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. D Amato throws the left hand but Seleznyov avoids the punch easily. D Amato doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Seleznyov is looking to clinch. D Amato's jab looks to have found its range, popping Seleznyov under the eye.#CL# Seleznyov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. D Amato misses with a punch to the body.
D Amato lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Seleznyov or not. Seleznyov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2# D Amato breaks the clinch.
D Amato takes a swing at Seleznyov's ribcage but misses. D Amato avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses with a right hand and D Amato counters with a straight right hand. Seleznyov swings for the body but D Amato moves out of range.
Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4# D Amato fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Seleznyov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. 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 head kick misses from Seleznyov. Seleznyov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from D Amato. It looked like Seleznyov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Seleznyov fails in his attempt to clinch. D Amato looks like he wants to counter punch here. D Amato swings and misses with a hook to the body.
D Amato circles away from the clinch attempt and D Amato counters with a nice uppercut. A bone on bone clash there as D Amato blocks the leg kick.
Some wild striking there from D Amato.
D Amato connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. D Amato blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. D Amato is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Seleznyov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#TD# Seleznyov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. D Amato was covering up waiting for the punch and Seleznyov finishes the takedown easily into guard. Seleznyov pushing down on D Amato's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Michael D Amato will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. 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# Seleznyov throws an overhand right that lands on D Amato's shoulder, as D Amato tries to avoid the shot. D Amato takes a jab right on the kisser.
D Amato swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
D Amato lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. D Amato connects with a body shot that sends Seleznyov's belly button to the back. Seleznyov defending well as D Amato loads up on a big left hand. Seleznyov misses with a body kick. D Amato throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Seleznyov counters with a good, hard body kick but D Amato shrugs it off. #CL# Seleznyov has managed to clinch.
D Amato lands a right hand that snaps the head of Seleznyov backwards. Seleznyov is working D Amato over against the cage. Seleznyov scores with a shoulder strike. D Amato blocking some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. D Amato doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Seleznyov pressing his opponent against the cage. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Seleznyov misses with a punch to the body.
#T1# A head punch blocked on the inside by D Amato. A quick uppercut on the inside from Seleznyov. D Amato scores with a shoulder strike. D Amato blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
D Amato lands a shoulder strike. Seleznyov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A short left from D Amato. Seleznyov lands with a light punch inside. A short left from D Amato. Seleznyov misses with a body punch.
Seleznyov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seleznyov. Come on Seleznyov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T2# D Amato blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seleznyov. Seleznyov tries for a takedown but D Amato manages to get underhooks.
D Amato gets through Seleznyov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Seleznyov swings wildly with an uppercut but D Amato uses good head movement to avoid it. Seleznyov blocking some punches.
Seleznyov is trying to maintain a safe position but D Amato gets an underhook and turns Seleznyov into the cage. D Amato goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
D Amato tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. D Amato swings wildly with an uppercut but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. D Amato misses with the head strike.
#BC2# D Amato escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. D Amato looks to land a combination but Seleznyov avoids it well. D Amato blocks a head kick by Seleznyov.
#T3# Seleznyov throws the kick towards the body but D Amato avoids it.#CL# Seleznyov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from D Amato. Seleznyov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of D Amato backwards. Seleznyov misses with the head strike.
Seleznyov is trying to maintain a safe position but D Amato gets an underhook and turns Seleznyov into the cage. Seleznyov misses with a hook from the clinch. D Amato working aggressively here.
D Amato lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Seleznyov misses with the head strike.
D Amato lands a body shot in the clinch.
D Amato goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
D Amato lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Seleznyov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seleznyov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Seleznyov stalling in the clinch.
#T4# A quick uppercut on the inside from D Amato. D Amato can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Both guys are working to get underhooks. D Amato misses with a short punch on the inside. D Amato goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC# Seleznyov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. A looping hook to the body misses from Seleznyov. D Amato does a little dance to reset his feet. D Amato just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from D Amato. D Amato displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Seleznyov throws out the jab. D Amato looks to land a combination but Seleznyov avoids it well. Seleznyov is looking to counter with a body kick. D Amato checks a low kick from Seleznyov. D Amato lands with a good body shot. Seleznyov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Seleznyov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
D Amato throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Seleznyov sees it coming and avoids it easily. Seleznyov connects with a right hand. D Amato shakes it off. D Amato takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Michael D Amato will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. That's time! Seleznyov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# D Amato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seleznyov moves out of range as D Amato strikes. Seleznyov motions for D Amato to come forward. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but D Amato is out of range. D Amato throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Seleznyov throws a leg kick that is checked and D Amato counters with a right hand to the body. Jab by D Amato. Seleznyov moves out of range as D Amato strikes. Michael D Amato seems to be getting the better of the standup. A combination from D Amato does no damage. Seleznyov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. D Amato throws a body shot but no joy. D Amato scores with a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. D Amato slips a jab from Seleznyov. A kick lands to the mid section there for Seleznyov. Seleznyov lands a body shot.
D Amato tests Seleznyov's chin there with a solid looking shot. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! D Amato looks to throw the jab but Seleznyov is out of range. Seleznyov defending well as D Amato loads up on a big left hand. #T1# Seleznyov lands an overhand right. Seleznyov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by D Amato. D Amato lands a body shot.
Seleznyov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
D Amato is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Seleznyov. D Amato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. D Amato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
D Amato's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and D Amato duly obliges. A slow jab from D Amato misses its intended target. D Amato scores with a sloppy right hand. Seleznyov should have avoided that one. D Amato throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Seleznyov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Seleznyov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt D Amato. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. D Amato throws a hook to the side of Seleznyov's head but Seleznyov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from D Amato. Roberto Seleznyov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# D Amato dips down and scores with a jab to the body. D Amato's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. A right-left combo lands from Seleznyov. D Amato tests Seleznyov's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as D Amato throws out the jab. Seleznyov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as D Amato throws out the jab. Seleznyov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from D Amato. Seleznyov drops his hands momentarily and D Amato takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC2# Seleznyov is rocked! Seleznyov slips under a jab. Seleznyov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Seleznyov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
D Amato cracks Seleznyov with an open hand slap. Oh Seleznyov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! The fighters circling - D Amato throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Seleznyov seems to have got his legs back now. D Amato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Seleznyov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. A looping hook to the body misses from D Amato. Seleznyov does a little dance to reset his feet. Seleznyov takes one to the side of the head.
#CUT2# Roberto Seleznyov's cut is getting worse. D Amato throws the left hand but Seleznyov avoids the punch easily. D Amato has been the more effective fighter overall so far. D Amato loads up on a big right hand but Seleznyov slips the punch.#T3# D Amato moves out of range of the body kick. Seleznyov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Seleznyov is looking to slow D Amato down with leg kicks. D Amato lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A big right from D Amato misses. Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. D Amato lands a nice shot to the body.
D Amato misses with a wild body shot. Seleznyov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Seleznyov just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov lands a body shot.
Seleznyov connects with a nice looking jab.
A solid body kick from Seleznyov. D Amato takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but D Amato moves away. D Amato swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Seleznyov. D Amato uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
#T4# Seleznyov tries to land a leg kick but D Amato saw it coming and moves away.
D Amato feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Seleznyovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! D Amato displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Seleznyov throws out the jab. D Amato throws out a token jab with nothing on it. D Amato avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
D Amato looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov scores with a jab to the body. D Amato looks to score with a jab to the body but Seleznyov is just out of range. D Amato thuds a left hand into Seleznyov's body. D Amato works Seleznyov's body with a nice hook. Seleznyov staying out of range there. D Amato fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice defenses there by Seleznyov. D Amato throws a shot to the body.
Seleznyov misses with a hook to the body
and D Amato counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. D Amato listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight! Michael D Amato comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got D Amato 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael D Amato! Post fight, Michael D Amato took to the microphone: 'M.D.A what else is there to say !'.
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Event:
AD373: Valar Morghulis
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1# Long is looking to land body kicks. Seleznyov misses the jab. Long cracks Seleznyov with an open hand slap. We've been informed that Seleznyov 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. Seleznyov catches Long with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Long moves out of range of the body kick. Long appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2# Seleznyov closes the distance and clinches. Long fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Seleznyov struggles to land a body shot inside as Long controls his hands.
Long misses with a hook from the clinch. Seleznyov taking a breather.#BC2# Seleznyov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Long pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Long uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov loads up on a big right hand but Long slips the punch. Long tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Seleznyov manages to circle out of the way. Seleznyov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. A bone on bone clash there as Seleznyov blocks the leg kick.
Seleznyov dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Seleznyov defending well as Long loads up on a big left hand. Long takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1# Long has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seleznyov. Long lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Seleznyov at a distance.
Long throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Seleznyov lands a slapping body shot.
Long has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seleznyov. Long cracks Seleznyov with a right hand to the side of the head. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Long moves away. Long feinted with a counter takedown. Seleznyov loads up on a big right hand but Long slips the punch. A nice inside leg kick there by Seleznyov. That's going to slow Long down. Seleznyov swings for the body but Long moves out of range.
Seleznyov looks to land a left hand but Long moved out of range nicely. Long connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Seleznyov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Long scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Long lands a nice looking kick to the body. Seleznyov takes a step back to recover. Seleznyov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Long's calf. Long swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Seleznyov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Seleznyov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2# Seleznyov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Long finds it's way round the side to connect with Seleznyov's head. Seleznyov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Longs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Seleznyov scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Long throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. Seleznyov staying out of range there. Seleznyov throws a jab when Long was well out of range. Long throws a jab when Seleznyov was well out of range. Seleznyov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Long throws out a powerful jab. Nice body kick from Long. Seleznyov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Seleznyov lands a nice hook to Long's body. Long takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Long looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A shot to the liver by Long. Beautiful body shot. Seleznyov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Long throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Seleznyov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD# Long dives in and scores a takedown into Seleznyov's guard. Seleznyov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Long. #T3# Long won't allow Seleznyov to sweep him here. #SUB2# Seleznyov looking for a guillotine here but Long defends easily.
Long pushing down on Seleznyov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Seleznyov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Long scores with a couple of nice shots. Long controlling the action here. Seleznyov wants to improve his position but Long is controlling well.
Long working Seleznyov over with strikes. #T4# Long trying to pass the guard but Seleznyov defending well. Long throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Long keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Seleznyov tries to get to full guard but Long has control of the leg. Long landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Long performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Seleznyov is in trouble now - Long has advanced to mount! The referee warns Seleznyov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
How Long dominated that round. That's time! Long's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# An inside leg kick lands from Long. Long has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seleznyov. A slapping body kick lands there for Seleznyov. Nice uppercut there from Seleznyov. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Seleznyov. Seleznyov thows a left - swing and a miss! Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Long. Long lands a lovely overhand right. Long throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Seleznyov throws a head kick but Long moves out of range.
Seleznyov throws a hook but Long avoids it easily. Seleznyov with a jab. Seleznyov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Long's calf. A punch lands to the side of Seleznyov 's head but he takes it in his stride. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov digs a good body shot into Long's ribs. Seleznyov checks a leg kick. Long is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Seleznyov. Long tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be getting the better of the standup. Seleznyov connects with an inside leg kick.#T1# Long checks a low kick from Seleznyov. Long takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Long is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Seleznyov misses with a straight left. #CL# Seleznyov tries to keep at a distance but Long has taken the fight into the clinch. The referee calls for Long to work.
Seleznyov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC# Long pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Long tries to clinch up. Long throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. Seleznyov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Seleznyov jabbing away but nothing is landing. Seleznyov blocks the body kick.
Long fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Seleznyov. Seleznyov moves away from the strike by Long. Long scores with a punch to the head. Nice takedown defense from Seleznyov. No joy for Long on that attempt. #T2# Long misses with a leg kick. Long lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Seleznyov lands a nice looking body shot.
Seleznyov lands a high kick!
Long connects with a jab. Long ducks under a wild hook from Seleznyov. Long thows a left - swing and a miss! Long scores with a crisp jab that stopped Seleznyov in his tracks. Seleznyov is looking to clinch. Long drops his hands momentarily and Seleznyov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Seleznyov moves out of range of the strikes. Long throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Long misses with a hook. A looping hook to the body misses from Seleznyov. Long does a little dance to reset his feet. Long moves forwards but Seleznyov connects with a nice, crisp jab. Seleznyov looks to score with a jab to the body but Long is just out of range. Nice uppercut there from Long. A head kick by Seleznyov misses #TD# and Long counters with a shoot takedown. Seleznyov fights it but they end up in guard. #T3# Seleznyov keeping moving, preventing Long from controlling successfully. Long is looking to work some ground and pound but Seleznyov has wrist control. Long is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2# Seleznyov looking for a guillotine here but Long defends easily.
Seleznyov keeping moving, preventing Long from controlling successfully. Seleznyov tries to land a sweep but no joy. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# Seleznyov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Long passes Seleznyov's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Seleznyov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Long's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Long's back! Seleznyov not allowing Long to control his hands. Long has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke. Long is trying to break free.
Long wants to control his opponent's hands but Seleznyov gets his hands free. Seleznyov somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Roberto Seleznyov will probably get the nod - 10:9. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Seleznyov misses with a straight left. Long takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Seleznyov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Long tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Long scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Seleznyov throws the kick towards the body but Long avoids it. Good leg kick by Long there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nice jab there from Long. Long fails to land the takedown. Long throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Long takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Long darts in looking for a takedown but Seleznyov gets double underhooks and turns Long into the cage. Long looks for a takedown but Seleznyov sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for How Long. That's going to take a lot out of him. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov scores with a jab.#T1# Long throws a series of punches but Seleznyov avoids them all with ease. Seleznyov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seleznyov throws a hook but Long avoids it easily. Seleznyov lands with a nice body punch. Seleznyov misses with a leg kick. Long tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Seleznyov manages to circle out of the way. Seleznyov throws a front kick aimed at Long's knee but Long avoids it well. Long looks to land a left hand but Seleznyov moved out of range nicely. Long will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Seleznyov lands with a straight right. Long didn't see that one coming. Long ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Seleznyov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Long connects with a right hand. Seleznyov shakes it off. Seleznyov lands with a hook. Long tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL# Long moves into the clinch successfully.
Long misses with a punch on the inside.
Seleznyov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Long has a couple of punches blocked by Seleznyov.
#T2# Seleznyov blocks an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Long. Long can't find room to land a body shot as Seleznyov controls the action.
Seleznyov throws a punch but it's blocked by Long. Long struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Seleznyov tries to work over Long's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Long lands a body punch. Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. Seleznyov stalling in the clinch.
Seleznyov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Seleznyov blocks an uppercut.
Long blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Long's elbow. Seleznyov pushes Long back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Long looking to stall.
Seleznyov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Long backwards. #T3# Long is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Seleznyov is keeping busy. Long blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Seleznyov fails to land. Seleznyov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Long has Seleznyov pushed against the cage. A short right from Seleznyov on the inside. Long throws a punch but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Long stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Long blocks an uppercut.
Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Seleznyov lands with a short shot to the head. Seleznyov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Seleznyov stops a takedown attempt from Long.
#T4##BC2# Seleznyov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. A looping hook to the body misses from Long. Seleznyov does a little dance to reset his feet. Seleznyov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Long. Long throws an overhand right that lands on Seleznyov's shoulder, as Seleznyov tries to avoid the shot. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Long has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Long and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Seleznyov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Long takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Seleznyov avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Long backing away here, and Seleznyov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#TD# Long drives through with a takedown into Seleznyov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Long with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2# Seleznyov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Long tries to free his leg and advance position but Seleznyov is retaining full guard. Long throwing strikes from guard but Seleznyov blocks nicely.
And that's the end of the fight! Roberto Seleznyov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Seleznyov 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! After the fight, Roberto Seleznyov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. How Long spoke after the fight, saying 'I am impressed by your performance!'.
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AD369: Fire and Blood
Date: Aug 10, 2016 |
#R1##CL2# Seleznyov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Diotte goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Diotte blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Seleznyov.
#BC# Diotte breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Diotte takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Seleznyov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Diotte misses the shot to the body. Diotte fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Seleznyov checks it well. Sloppy strikes from Diotte. Those never looked like landing. Seleznyov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Seleznyov throws a nice looking combination but Diotte bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Diotte drops his hands momentarily and Seleznyov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Seleznyov, right into the meat.
This has been an exciting period of action! Diotte lands a nice looking body shot.
Diotte lands a nice shot to the body.
Seleznyov throws a jab but it's blocked by Diotte. Diotte misses with a looping right. Seleznyov throws a hook but Diotte avoids it easily. Diotte circles away from the clinch attempt.
Seleznyov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Seleznyov avoids a kick to the body.
#T1# Seleznyov with a body punch. A glancing blow. Seleznyov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Andrew Diotte is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Diotte has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Seleznyov finds it's way round the side to connect with Diotte's head. Diotte has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 5 Star Spar Bazaar in the buildup to the fight. Seleznyov tries to clinch there but Diotte circles away.
Diotte throws a big shot that misses. Diotte swings and misses with a shot to the body and Seleznyov counters with a good low kick that Diotte was not able to check. Diotte misses with a kick to the body.
Seleznyov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diotte.
Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Diotte.
Diotte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seleznyov misses with a leg kick #CL# and Diotte moves into the clinch. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Diotte blocking some punches.
A short left from Seleznyov. Seleznyov is trying to maintain a safe position but Diotte gets an underhook and turns Seleznyov into the ropes. Diotte struggles to land a body shot inside as Seleznyov controls his hands.
Diotte wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Seleznyov has him pressed against the ropes.#T2# A short uppercut from Seleznyov. Diotte throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Seleznyov blocks it with crossed arms. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diotte goes for a takedown attempt but Seleznyov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A good leg kick by Seleznyov. A looping hook to the body misses from Seleznyov. Diotte does a little dance to reset his feet. Seleznyov tries to clinch up but Diotte circles away and keeps his distance. Diotte tries to score with a low kick but Seleznyov moves his leg out of the way. A solid body kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov throws a quick inside leg kick. Diotte throws a shot from downtown. Seleznyov moves away and avoids it. Diotte throws a solid leg kick but Seleznyov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Diotte. Seleznyov throws a fast counter high kick but Diotte manages to duck under it in time. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Diotte. Seleznyov cracks Diotte with a right hand to the side of the head. Seleznyov looks to score with a jab to the body but Diotte is just out of range. A nice combination there by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses with a jab to the body
and Diotte counters with an inside leg kick. Seleznyov misses with a straight left. #T3# Diotte avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Diotte throws a body punch but Seleznyov moves out of range. A jab lands there for Seleznyov. Diotte throws a low kick but Seleznyov moves out of range easily. Seleznyov blocks a low kick nicely. Seleznyov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Diotte with a body shot. Diotte defending well as Seleznyov loads up on a big left hand. Diotte swinging wildly here.
Diotte throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Seleznyov dips to his left and cracks Diotte with an uppercut!#TD2# Seleznyov gets a double leg takedown into Diotte's guard.#ES# Diotte has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Seleznyov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Diotte has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Diotte there as he acknowledges the shot. Seleznyov cracks Diotte with a right hand to the side of the head. Diotte swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#CL2# Seleznyov moves into range and clinches up with Diotte.#T4# Seleznyov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Diotte is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes. Diotte wants to take the fight to the mat but Seleznyov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. A short body shot lands from Seleznyov as the two fighters clinch.
Seleznyov tries to work over Diotte's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A head punch on the inside from Diotte fails to land. Diotte blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seleznyov misses with some punches.
Seleznyov misses with some punches.
#BC# Diotte breaks the clinch.
Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. Diotte looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #TD2# Diotte gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Seleznyov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov advances position into side control! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Diotte tries to land a front kick but Seleznyov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Diotte uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seleznyov. Diotte walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Seleznyov cracks Diotte with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Diotte uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov tests Diotte's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Diotte will feel that in the morning. Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Roberto Seleznyov seems to be getting the better of the standup. Nice jab there from Seleznyov. Good exchange - Diotte coming out on top. Seleznyov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Diotte gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Diotte takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov slips under a jab from Diotte. Diotte swings widly with a right hand
and Seleznyov counters with an inside leg kick. A telegraphed right hand from Diotte misses the target. Diotte backing away here, and Seleznyov unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Diotte is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T1# Diotte lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Diotte misses with a body shot.
Seleznyov scores with a one two! Diotte had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Diotte fails to land with a series of punches.
Diotte throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Seleznyov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Diotte.
Diotte swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Seleznyov misses with a leg kick. Seleznyov cracks Diotte with a good jab. Diotte walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Diotte 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. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Seleznyov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Diotte sees it coming and avoids it easily. Seleznyov lands a lovely overhand right. Seleznyov is looking to clinch but Diotte is avoiding it.
Diotte just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov misses with a body kick. Diotte went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Diotte on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Seleznyov. Seleznyov obviously looking to wear him down.
Diotte has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Seleznyov. Seleznyov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2# Diotte just misses with a punch to the body.
Seleznyov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seleznyov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Diotte's head.#TD2# Seleznyov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Diotte looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Seleznyov advances to mount. Seleznyov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Diotte is looking to escape. Diotte is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Diotte tries to hold on but Seleznyov postures up. The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves. Diotte is controlling an arm, preventing Seleznyov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T3# Seleznyov controlling the position easily from mount. Diotte is trying desperately to improve position. Seleznyov avoids the attempt from Diotte to control. Seleznyov looking to control and managing it successfully. 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. Diotte is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Seleznyov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage. Seleznyov looking to ground and pound but Diotte is blocking nicely. Seleznyov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Diotte working to try and regain half guard.
Diotte is squirming around, avoiding Seleznyov's attempts to control the action. Diotte is wriggling around trying to escape.
Seleznyov throws some wild stikes that Diotte manages to avoid easily.
Diotte really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Diotte goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Seleznyov - that will leave a mark!
Diotte throws a front kick aimed at Seleznyov's knee but Seleznyov avoids it well. Seleznyov moves to clinch but Diotte breaks away letting Diotte counter with a right hand. Seleznyov thows a left - swing and a miss! Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. A nice leg kick lands there from Seleznyov. Diotte takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Seleznyov throws a series of punches but Diotte avoids them all with ease. Seleznyov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Diotte swats him away and circles back towards the center. Diotte fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov stalks Diotte and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Diotte's face. Diotte staggers backwards, shaken. Diotte slips under a jab. Diotte is looking to wear down Seleznyov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Seleznyov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Diotte. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Diotte 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 Seleznyov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Seleznyov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Diotte scores with a nice body kick.
Good leg kick by Seleznyov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#T1# Diotte swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Seleznyov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Seleznyov has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Seleznyov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. A nice leg kick lands there from Seleznyov. Seleznyov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Diotte. Diotte tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Seleznyov was well out of range. Poor timing from Diotte. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diotte throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Seleznyov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Diotte is out of range and Seleznyov settles back down. Seleznyov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Diotte 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. Seleznyov moves out of range of the body kick. Seleznyov misses the body punch and Diotte counters with a lovely shot to the body. Seleznyov cracks Diotte with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diotte moves away. Seleznyov lands with a right hand. A jab from Diotte misses. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Seleznyov! But no joy. Andrew Diotte has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Roberto Seleznyov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#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! Nice shot by Seleznyov. Seleznyov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Seleznyov duly obliges. Diotte takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Diotte thumps Seleznyov with a low kick. Seleznyov scoring well with a low kick there.
Seleznyov misses the shot to the body. Diotte misses with a few strikes there.
Diotte misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seleznyov.
As Diotte backs off Seleznyov throws a huge counter combo but Diotte manages to avoid it all. Diotte throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. Diotte throws a body punch but Seleznyov moves out of range. Diotte takes a jab right on the kisser.
Diotte tries to score with a low kick but Seleznyov moves his leg out of the way. Diotte lands the left hand. Seleznyov connects with an inside leg kick. Diotte attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3# Diotte misses with a hook. Seleznyov ducked under it nicely. #TD2# Seleznyov shoots in and gets a takedown into Diotte's guard. Seleznyov looking to sit in guard and control but Diotte gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Seleznyov has Diotte pulled in close to control his posture. Diotte wants to stand but Seleznyov is controlling his posture from full guard. Diotte throws a big elbow that misses. #T4##SUB2# Seleznyov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Diotte defends well. Diotte has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Seleznyov has momentary wrist control but Diotte slips an elbow through the middle. Seleznyov trying to control the position.
Seleznyov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Diotte manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Seleznyov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diotte is keeping the position for now. Seleznyov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Roberto Seleznyov has got the better of the ground game so far. Seleznyov advances to mount.
And that's the end of the fight! Roberto Seleznyov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Seleznyov 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30 Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! A less than humble Roberto Seleznyov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
AD365: The Wolf and the Lion
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
#R1# Dunkin misses with a wild body shot. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dunkin swats away the attempt to clinch by Seleznyov. Dunkin wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Seleznyov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Nice cross by Seleznyov. Seleznyov thuds a left hand into Dunkin's body. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Dunkin has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Dunkin and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. A clash of legs there as Dunkin blocks the low kick. Seleznyov tests Dunkin's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Dunkin's front leg but catches the back leg as Dunkin tries to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov lands with a cross. Crunch! Dunkin slams his shin into Seleznyov's torso. Dunkin slips a jab and a cross from Seleznyov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Seleznyov throws a leg kick that is checked and Dunkin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Seleznyov misses with a low kick. Seleznyov avoids a kick to the body.
#T1# Seleznyov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Dunkin defending well as Seleznyov loads up on a big left hand. Dunkin throws a half hearted mid kick. Dunkin scores with a kick to the body.
Seleznyov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Seleznyov misses with an uppercut
and Dunkin counters with a nice body shot. Seleznyov misses with a left hand and Seleznyov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dunkin wants to clinch. Seleznyov misses with a wild body shot. The crowd cheers as Dunkin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Seleznyov doesn't seem phased though. Seleznyov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Dunkin takes a step back to recover. Alvin Ray Dunkin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dunkin with a body punch. A glancing blow. We've been informed that Seleznyov 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. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov looks to land a left hand but Dunkin moved out of range nicely.#T2# Dunkin drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Seleznyov lands with a cross. Dunkin walks into a left hand. Seleznyov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Dunkin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Dunkin 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. Seleznyov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Dunkin throws a big counter combination but Seleznyov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Dunkin staying out of range there. Seleznyov staying out of range there. Dunkin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seleznyov.
Dunkin scores with a head kick. Seleznyov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. A solid leg kick lands there for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov throws a head kick but Dunkin moves out of range.
Seleznyov lands with a cross. Dunkin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T3# A jab from Seleznyov misses. Dunkin jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Dunkin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dunkin was well out of range. Poor timing from Seleznyov. It looked like Dunkin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Seleznyov motions for Dunkin to come forward. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Dunkin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Seleznyov. A chopping leg kick lands by Dunkin. Dunkin throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Seleznyov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dunkin throws out the jab. Dunkin misses with a looping left.#TD2# Seleznyov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dunkin tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Seleznyov is in Dunkin's guard. Seleznyov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Seleznyov forces his way into half guard. Dunkin moves into full guard.
#T4# Dunkin trying to control the position.
#SUB# Dunkin looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Seleznyov passes 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! Seleznyov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dunkin keeps working. Dunkin is looking for a sweep. Seleznyov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Seleznyov taking a break here but Dunkin is having none of it and regains half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. 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# Dunkin thuds his right hand into Seleznyov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Dunkin just misses with a punch to the body.
Dunkin tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Seleznyov is able to avoid easily. Dunkin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Seleznyov tries to land a leg kick but Dunkin saw it coming and moves away.
A head kick from Seleznyov lands but Dunkin takes it in his stride. Dunkin misses with an uppercut. Seleznyov throws a lazy head kick and Dunkin counters with a nice leg kick. Seleznyov throws a low kick but Dunkin avoids it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov misses with a low kick.
Dunkin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dunkin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Seleznyov. A nice leg kick lands there from Seleznyov. Seleznyov lands a glancing blow to the side of Dunkin's head.#T1# Seleznyov just misses with a punch to the body.
Dunkin throwing a counter right hand but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be getting the better of the standup. Dunkin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Seleznyov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Dunkin shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Dunkin is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Seleznyov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Dunkin. Seleznyov is looking to slow Dunkin down with leg kicks. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Seleznyov looks to score with a jab to the body but Dunkin is just out of range. Seleznyov throws a lazy body kick and Dunkin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Seleznyov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov checks the leg kick. Seleznyov digs a good body shot into Dunkin's ribs. Seleznyov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dunkin. Dunkin lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Dunkin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Dunkin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Seleznyov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. It looks like Dunkin has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T2# Seleznyov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Seleznyov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Seleznyov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dunkin. Dunkin circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Seleznyov tries to work over Dunkin's front leg with a kick but Dunkin checks it. Dunkin takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov misses with a low kick. Dunkin lunges at Seleznyov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Seleznyov's hand. Dunkin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seleznyov.
Dunkin checks a leg kick nicely. Seleznyov throws a head kick but Dunkin moves out of range.
Dunkin slips a straight right by Seleznyov. Dunkin is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Dunkin throws a push kick but Seleznyov slaps the foot to one side. Seleznyov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nice body kick from Seleznyov. Dunkin walks into a jab. Seleznyov tried to score with a low kick but Dunkin checks it.#T3# Seleznyov takes a body punch but keeps moving. Seleznyov takes one on the button. Good leg kick by Dunkin there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Seleznyov throws an off balance right hand
and Dunkin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC# Seleznyov is rocked! A big right from Dunkin misses. Dunkin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Seleznyov throws a wild body kick that Dunkin sees coming a mile off. Dunkin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dunkin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seleznyov misses with a straight left. Dunkin went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Dunkin throws a nice looking combination but Seleznyov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Seleznyov tests Dunkin's chin there with a solid looking shot. Good work by Dunkin as he checks the leg kick. Dunkin half committed to a counter leg kick. Dunkin misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! An inside leg kick from Seleznyov misses. Seleznyov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dunkin doesn't seem bothered though. #T4# Seleznyov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Dunkin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seleznyov throws a half hearted mid kick. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Seleznyov.
A swing and a miss from Seleznyov. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses and Dunkin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A combination from Dunkin does no damage. #KD# Dunkin sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Seleznyov to the ground! Dunkin dives into full mount looking to finish! Seleznyov is still in real trouble! Can Dunkin finish him?#CUT# That has opened up Roberto Seleznyov's cut even more. Dunkin postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Seleznyov badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Dunkin around the waist but Dunkin pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Dunkin is the winner by TKO! Dunkin jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alvin Ray Dunkin!
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Event:
AD360: King Boo
Date: Jul 06, 2016 |
#R1# The crowd cheers as Seleznyov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Doolittle doesn't seem phased though. Doolittle misses with a body shot.
Doolittle pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Seleznyov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. A telegraphed right hand from Doolittle misses the target. Decent striking displayed by Seleznyov there. Doolittle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov throws a head kick but Doolittle moves out of range.
Doolittle swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Doolittle throws a jab when Seleznyov was well out of range. Seleznyov throws a chopping leg kick but Doolittle manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Seleznyov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Seleznyov throws a body punch but Doolittle moves out of range. A counter left hand to the body from Doolittle misses its target. Seleznyov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Seleznyov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Doolittle avoids the head kick by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. A swing and a miss from Seleznyov. This has been an exciting period of action! Seleznyov scores with a nice right hand.
Seleznyov throws a sloppy head kick and Doolittle moves out of range easily. #T1# Doolittle misses with a body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Doolittle checks a leg kick nicely. Doolittle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seleznyov throws a lazy head kick and Doolittle counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. A solid leg kick lands there for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov blocks the body kick.
Seleznyov scores with a leg kick.
Doctor Doolittle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Seleznyov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doolittle. Seleznyov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Seleznyov throws a poor cross that misses
and Doolittle counters with a nice body shot. A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. Seleznyov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Doolittle missing with a left hand there. Seleznyov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Seleznyov goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Seleznyov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Doolittle. A slapping leg kick lands for Doolittle.
Seleznyov throws a hook but Doolittle blocks it. Doolittle delivers a nice body kick. Seleznyov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Doolittle throws a quick counter kick to the body but Seleznyov avoids it. Seleznyov misses with a leg kick. Doolittle is looking to wear down Seleznyov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Doolittle lands with an overhand left.#CUT# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Seleznyov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Doolittle lands with an uppercut that bounces Seleznyov off the cage and back into range. Seleznyov throws an overhand right that lands on Doolittle's shoulder, as Doolittle tries to avoid the shot. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. Doolittle looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #TD2# Seleznyov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES# Doolittle sneaks out the side door and pushes Seleznyov away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Seleznyov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3# Doolittle moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Doolittle takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#TD2# Seleznyov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Doolittle to the ground. Seleznyov is now in Doolittle's guard. Doolittle wants to sweep but no luck. Seleznyov advances to half guard. Doolittle is trying to stand.
Seleznyov missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Doolittle is looking to improve his position.
Seleznyov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Doolittle won't allow Seleznyov to pass to mount. Seleznyov keeps trying to improve his position. Seleznyov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Seleznyov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4# Doolittle wants to get back to full guard. Doolittle blocking the ground and pound attempt from Seleznyov. Doolittle trying to get back to full guard but Seleznyov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Doolittle is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Doolittle is trying desperately to improve position. Seleznyov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Doolittle's face.
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. Doolittle tries to reverse the position but Seleznyov maintains control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that round. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. 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# Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Doolittle checks it. As Seleznyov looks to move away, Doolittle throws a big counter combo but Seleznyov just gets out of the way. Seleznyov dips to his left and cracks Doolittle with an uppercut! Seleznyov misses with a low kick.
Doolittle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seleznyov. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2# Seleznyov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Doolittle napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES# Doolittle sneaks out the side door and pushes Seleznyov away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Seleznyov misses with a left hand and Doolittle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Doolittle slips under a jab from Seleznyov. Nice defenses there by Doolittle. Doolittle thinks about countering with a body kick. Doolittle keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Seleznyov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Seleznyov with a nice cross. Seleznyov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Seleznyov throws a body kick that misses. Seleznyov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Doolittle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Seleznyov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1# Seleznyov throws a jab when Doolittle was well out of range. Seleznyov goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Seleznyov lands a head shot. Seleznyov stuns Doolittle with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Seleznyov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Seleznyov staying out of range there. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Doolittle moves away. Doolittle pushes Seleznyov away with a front kick. Seleznyov is breathing heavily. Seleznyov defending well as Doolittle loads up on a big left hand. Seleznyov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov shoots in for a double leg but Doolittle sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Seleznyov throws a one two combo.
Doolittle seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Seleznyov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Seleznyov throws a push kick but Doolittle slaps the foot to one side. Doolittle half committed to a counter leg kick. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Seleznyov throws a leg kick and Doolittle counters with a straight right hand.#T2# Seleznyov tries to land a front kick but Doolittle steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Seleznyov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Doolittle avoids it really well and circles away. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Seleznyov misses the body punch and Doolittle counters with a leg kick. Doolittle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. The fighters circling - Seleznyov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Seleznyov misses the jab. Doolittle throws a big counter combination but Seleznyov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Seleznyov throws a lazy right hand but Doolittle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Doolittle checks a leg kick. Seleznyov throws a leg kick and Doolittle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Seleznyov lands with a nice body punch. #TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Doolittle enables Seleznyov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Doolittle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Doolittle is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Doolittle wants to stand up but Seleznyov is controlling him. #T3# Doolittle working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Seleznyov throwing strikes from guard but Doolittle blocks nicely. Seleznyov looking to pass the guard. Seleznyov trying to control the position from guard on top but Doolittle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Seleznyov won't allow Doolittle to get back to his feet. Seleznyov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Seleznyov 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. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2# Seleznyov clinches up with Doolittle and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2# Seleznyov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Doolittle blocks the body kick.
Doolittle was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Seleznyov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Doolittle throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov misses with a left hand and Doolittle counters with a right hand to the body. Seleznyov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Seleznyov tries to score with a low kick but Doolittle moves his leg out of the way. Seleznyov dives in and grabs Doolittle's left leg, looking for a takedown. Doolittle pushes down on Seleznyov's head and hops out. Doolittle is looking to counter punch. Doctor Doolittle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roberto Seleznyov. Seleznyov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. A head kick misses from Seleznyov. Doolittle throws a quick counter kick to the body but Seleznyov avoids it. Seleznyov connects with a right hand. Doolittle shakes it off. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. 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# Doolittle avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Seleznyov throws a hook to the side of Doolittle's head but Doolittle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Doolittle misses with a straight left. Doolittle throws a jab when Seleznyov was well out of range. Seleznyov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doolittle throws a quick counter kick to the body but Seleznyov avoids it. Doolittle stuffs the takedown attempt from Seleznyov. Seleznyov gets slowly back to his feet. Doolittle is looking to land body kicks. Seleznyov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Doolittle. Seleznyov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fighters circling - Doolittle throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Seleznyov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Seleznyov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. It seemed like Seleznyov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Doolittle motions for Seleznyov to come forward. Doolittle throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Seleznyov throws a front kick that sends Doolittle stumbling back into the cage. Seleznyov misses with a low kick. #T1# Seleznyov scores with a shot to the body.
Doolittle is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Seleznyov swings widly with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Seleznyov shoots in but no luck this time. Seleznyov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Doolittle swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Seleznyov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Doolittle takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Seleznyov loads up on a big right hand but Doolittle slips the punch. Doolittle throwing a counter right hand but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Seleznyov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Doctor Doolittle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roberto Seleznyov. Seleznyov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Doolittle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Doctor Doolittle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Roberto Seleznyov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! An inside leg kick from Seleznyov misses. Seleznyov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Seleznyov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Doolittle.#CUT# That has opened up Roberto Seleznyov's cut even more. Seleznyov tried to score with a low kick but Doolittle checks it. Doolittle jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Seleznyov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seleznyov checks a leg kick. Doolittle takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Seleznyov.
Doolittle takes a jab right on the kisser.
Seleznyov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. Doolittle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Seleznyov scores with a one two! Doolittle had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T3# Doolittle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Seleznyov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2# Seleznyov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Doolittle napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES# Doolittle explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #TD2# Doolittle gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Doolittle is looking to stand back up but Seleznyov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Doolittle. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#REVR# Doolittle is trying to maintain the position but Seleznyov is very close to passing his half guard. Doolittle is refusing to be controlled, as Seleznyov sits in half guard. #T4# Doolittle regains full guard. Nicely done. Doolittle pulls Seleznyov in to control the position. Seleznyov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Seleznyov being controlled here momentarily. Seleznyov looking to pass the guard.
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 Doctor Doolittle. Well Seleznyov 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29 Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:30 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! In his post fight interview, Roberto Seleznyov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
AD357: Long Vs Kaepernick
Date: Jun 18, 2016 |
#R1# A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov blocks a head kick by Cave.
Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Cave throws a leg kick which misses Seleznyov's front leg but catches the back leg as Seleznyov tries to avoid it. A nice inside leg kick there by Cave. That's going to slow Seleznyov down. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Seleznyov.
Seleznyov throws a body shot but no joy. Seleznyov lands a really nice looking cross but Cave seems unphased.
Seleznyov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Thunder MMA in the buildup to the fight. Cave uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seleznyov. Seleznyov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cave was well out of range. Poor timing from Seleznyov. Seleznyov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cave. Cave throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses #CL2# and Cave counters by clinching up. Cave looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Seleznyov lands a left hand.
Seleznyov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Seleznyov slows down the pace here.
Seleznyov prevents a body shot from Cave. Cave tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T1# Seleznyov lands on the inside with an uppercut. Seleznyov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cave up against the cage. Cave missing with knees to the body.
Cave missing with knees to the body.
Cave with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A short left from Seleznyov. Seleznyov scores with a shot to the side of Cave's head. A short right hand to the side of the head by Seleznyov. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Seleznyov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Cave tries to work over Seleznyov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Seleznyov lands with a right to the head. Cave cracks Seleznyov with a nice body shot. Seleznyov lands a body punch in the clinch. Seleznyov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Seleznyov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A shot in the inside from Seleznyov. Cave lands a left hand.
#T2# Cave misses with an elbow over the top. A body shot lands from Seleznyov.
Cave looks winded!#BC# Seleznyov breaks from the clinch.
Cave checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Cave takes a jab right on the kisser.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Seleznyov - that will leave a mark!
Seleznyov fakes the leg kick and cracks Cave in the body. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Seleznyov. Cave shrugs it off though. Seleznyov works Cave's body with a nice hook. Seleznyov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Seleznyov scores with a nice right hand.
Seleznyov with a hook. Seleznyov tests Cave's chin there with a solid looking shot. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Seleznyov. Seleznyov scores with a sloppy right hand. Cave should have avoided that one. Seleznyov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Seleznyov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cave.
#T3# Seleznyov lands a nice shot that snaps Cave's head back.
Seleznyov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Cave ducks under a wild hook from Seleznyov. Seleznyov scoring well with a low kick there.
Cave throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cave tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Seleznyov paws at him with a jab and circles away. Seleznyov cracks the inside of Cave's front leg. Cave staying out of range there. Seleznyov misses the jab. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Cave has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Cave and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Seleznyov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Cave counters with a one-two to the body. Seleznyov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Cave is out of range. Seleznyov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Cave throws a head kick that misses. Seleznyov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. This has been an exciting period of action! Cave stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cave moves away. Seleznyov misses with an attempted mid kick.
#T4# Nice straight punches there by Seleznyov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Seleznyov. Seleznyov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Cave is out of range and Seleznyov settles back down. Cave walks into a jab. Seleznyov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Cave checks it well. Cave takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses enabling Cave to counter with a crisp jab. Seleznyov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Cave throws a right and a left that both miss. Cave throws a leg kick that misses. Cave lands a nice leg kick that just misses Seleznyov's sensitive parts. Seleznyov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Cave bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Seleznyov checks a low kick from Cave. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Cave sees it coming and checks it nicely. No luck with that takedown attempt from Seleznyov. Cave lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Cave checks a leg kick nicely. Seleznyov throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Cave keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Seleznyov. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov dominated that round. That's time! Seleznyov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Seleznyov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Cave's calf. Seleznyov moves out of range of the body kick from Cave.
Cave has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight. Seleznyov scores with a jab to the head.
Seleznyov misses with a kick to the body.
Cave pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Seleznyov throws a low kick, looking for Cave's leg but Cave calmly moves out of range. Cave takes a swing at Seleznyov's ribcage but misses. Seleznyov wants to slow Cave down by chopping away at his legs. Seleznyov is looking to land body kicks. Seleznyov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Nice defenses there by Cave. Seleznyov misses with a two punch combination.
Cave cracks a nice hook into Seleznyov's ribs. The fighters circling - Cave throws out the jab but it was never going to land. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Cave misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Seleznyov is looking to counter punch. Cave looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Seleznyov feints and then cracks Cave's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cave down. Seleznyov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Cave slips under a jab.#T1# Seleznyov works the jab nicely. Seleznyov lands a leg kick that knocks Cave off balance momentarily. Cave checks the leg kick. Seleznyov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cave. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Seleznyov wants to slow Cave down by chopping away at his legs. Seleznyov throws a head kick but Cave moves out of range.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Cave fails to land with a series of punches.
Seleznyov tries to land a front kick but Cave steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Nick Cave is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Cave connects with an inside leg kick. Cave displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Seleznyov throws out the jab. Cave throws a right and a left that Seleznyov avoids nicely. Seleznyov misses with a series of wild punches.
Seleznyov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cave raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Seleznyov misses with a low kick. Cave misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T2# Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Cave moved away. Roberto Seleznyov is winning the standup battle so far. Cave tries to land a front kick but Seleznyov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Seleznyov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Cave keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Seleznyov. Cave's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Cave tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Cave tries to clinch but Seleznyov is having none of it. Cave moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Seleznyov is looking to slow Cave down with leg kicks. Seleznyov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cave in his tracks. Cave tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Seleznyov half committed to a counter leg kick. Cave keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Seleznyov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. A head kick misses from Seleznyov. Seleznyov connects with a solid leg kick. Cave rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Seleznyov moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Seleznyov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Cave is out of range and Seleznyov settles back down. Seleznyov throws a sloppy head kick and Cave moves out of range easily. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Nick Cave is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3# Cave feints and then cracks Seleznyov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Seleznyov down. Seleznyov lands a front kick. Cave throws a right and a left that both miss. Cave feints and then cracks Seleznyov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Seleznyov down. Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses. Seleznyov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cave. Seleznyov throws a body punch but Cave moves out of range. Seleznyov tests Cave's chin there with a solid looking shot. Seleznyov misses with a straight left. Sloppy strikes from Cave. Those never looked like landing. Cave keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cave moves out of range as Seleznyov strikes. Cave takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cave throws a front kick aimed at Seleznyov's knee but Seleznyov avoids it well. Cave pivots, looking for a leg kick but Seleznyov is out of range and Cave settles back down. A little feinted left hand from Seleznyov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Seleznyov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Cave has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Left hook, right uppercut from Cave. #T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Cave walks into a jab. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Cave 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 Seleznyov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Seleznyov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Seleznyov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cave's head. Cave drops his hands momentarily and Seleznyov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Cave drops his hands momentarily and Seleznyov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Seleznyov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cave has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Seleznyov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Cave doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Cave's front leg but catches the back leg as Cave tries to avoid it. Seleznyov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Cave feints a counter leg kick. Seleznyov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cave defends it nicely. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roberto Seleznyov. That's going to take a lot out of him. Cave throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Seleznyov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cave.
Seleznyov misses with a straight left. Seleznyov blocks a low kick nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Seleznyov 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# Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Cave sees it coming and moves out of range. Cave showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Seleznyov.
Seleznyov throws a head kick that Cave semi-blocks.
Cave tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Cave chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Seleznyov can pounce on him.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Cave checks the leg kick nicely there.
Cave lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Cave pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Seleznyov misses the shot to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jab from Seleznyov. A leg kick checked by Cave. Seleznyov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cave can do to turn this around? Cave fails to land with a series of punches.
Horrible takedown attempt by Seleznyov or perhaps it was just good defense by Cave, which made it look bad. Cave thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Seleznyov if he has to take too many more of those.
#T1# Cave keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cave moves out of range of the body kick. Seleznyov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cave misses with a low kick. Cave walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Nice body kick there by Seleznyov. Cave rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Seleznyov moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Seleznyov throws a push kick but Cave slaps the foot to one side. Seleznyov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cave's head. Seleznyov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Cave takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cave lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Seleznyov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Seleznyov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Cave throws a hook to the side of Seleznyov's head but Seleznyov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Roberto Seleznyov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2# Seleznyov blocks a low kick nicely. Seleznyov checks a low kick from Cave. Seleznyov checks a low kick from Cave. Seleznyov connects with an inside leg kick. Seleznyov cracks the inside of Cave's front leg. Cave attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Seleznyov avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Cave takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Cave moves out of range of the leg kick from Seleznyov. Cave throws a series of punches but Seleznyov moves out of range. Cave takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Cave takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Cave moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. A slapping leg kick lands for Seleznyov.
Seleznyov misses the shot to the body. Seleznyov moves out of range of the leg kick from Cave. Cave throws a leg kick but Seleznyov checks it. Seleznyov throws a body punch but Cave moves out of range. #T3# A punch lands to the side of Cave 's head but he takes it in his stride. Seleznyov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cave sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Seleznyov 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.
Nick Cave has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Seleznyov misses with a straight right. Cave moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Cave misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cave misses with a wild combination.
Seleznyov cracks a nice hook into Cave's ribs. Seleznyov throws a series of punches but Cave moves out of range. Seleznyov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Cave throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD# Seleznyov dives in and scores a takedown into Cave's guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Cave being controlled here, momentarily. Cave really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Seleznyov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4# Seleznyov tries to free his leg and advance position but Cave is retaining full guard. Seleznyov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Seleznyov passes into half guard. Cave missing with punches from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Roberto Seleznyov showed his dominance in that final round. Well Seleznyov 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27 Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov very nearly forgot to thank MayheM sportswear amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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TWGC 11 (265+lbs, D1): Rio de Janeiro Q - Round 1
Date: May 18, 2016 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Maki Pulu and Roberto Seleznyov. Pulu's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Alive. Roberto Seleznyov told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Maki Pulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Roberto Seleznyov! The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Seleznyov clinches up with Pulu and pushes him back against the cage. Seleznyov lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pulu (0) vs (2) Seleznyov Seleznyov trying to control the position from guard on top but Pulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Pulu is trying to keep Seleznyov in close.
Pulu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pulu tries to land a sweep but no joy. Seleznyov tries to free his leg and advance position but Pulu is retaining full guard. Seleznyov trying to control the position from guard on top but Pulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Seleznyov looking to sit in guard and control but Pulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pulu (2) vs (2) Seleznyov We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Pulu works a leg free and moves into half guard. Seleznyov is trying to control but Pulu passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pulu (5) vs (2) Seleznyov Pulu advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Pulu (7) vs (2) Seleznyov
That's one minute gone in the round. Pulu looking to control but Seleznyov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Seleznyov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pulu wants to control the pace but Seleznyov is squirming around nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Seleznyov regains half guard. Seleznyov is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Pulu looking for a submission but Seleznyov manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Pulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Pulu stopping the sweep attempt from Seleznyov. Seleznyov working for a triangle but Pulu defends it easily.
Seleznyov keeping moving, preventing Pulu from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Pulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Pulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Seleznyov keeping full guard, as Pulu tries to pass. Pulu forces his way into half guard. Seleznyov looking for submissions off his back. Pulu not doing much here.
Seleznyov won't allow Pulu to pass to mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Pulu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Pulu wants to pass to mount but Seleznyov is defending the position. Pulu frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Pulu (10) vs (2) Seleznyov Pulu is looking to work his way around to Seleznyov's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. Seleznyov tries to lock up and control but Pulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Pulu seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Seleznyov is holding on tight.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Pulu trying to control but Seleznyov is having none of it. Pulu wants to take his opponent's back but Seleznyov doesn't allow it. Pulu is working hard here to advance position. Seleznyov regains half guard. Pulu passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pulu (13) vs (2) Seleznyov Pulu wants to take Seleznyov's back but he can't do it this time.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Pulu wants to take his opponent's back but instead Seleznyov manages to regain half guard. Seleznyov actively working from the bottom here. Seleznyov works his way to full guard. Good work. Pulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Seleznyov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Pulu might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Seleznyov keeping full guard, as Pulu tries to pass. Pulu trying to control but Seleznyov is working from the bottom. Pulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Seleznyov is retaining full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Pulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Seleznyov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Pulu is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Seleznyov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Pulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Seleznyov is trying to keep Pulu in close.
Pulu looking to sit in guard and control but Seleznyov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pulu (13) vs (4) Seleznyov
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Seleznyov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Seleznyov wants to control from the top but Pulu keeps moving. Seleznyov preventing the sweep. Pulu controls Seleznyov momentarily but Seleznyov frees himself. Seleznyov's corner is telling him to maintain position. Seleznyov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pulu swivels though and keeps the full guard. Seleznyov is fighting to break Pulu's control of his arms but Pulu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Pulu 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. Pulu keeping full guard, as Seleznyov tries to pass. Seleznyov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Seleznyov trying to control the position from guard on top but Pulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Seleznyov is looking to pass into half guard but Pulu pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Pulu is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pulu (15) vs (4) Seleznyov Pulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Seleznyov swivels though and keeps the full guard. Pulu pushing down on Seleznyov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Pulu seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Seleznyov looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Pulu tries to pass to full mount but Seleznyov defends it. Seleznyov is in trouble now - Pulu has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pulu (18) vs (4) Seleznyov Pulu goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Seleznyov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pulu (18) vs (6) Seleznyov
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Pulu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pulu (20) vs (6) Seleznyov Seleznyov trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pulu (23) vs (6) Seleznyov Pulu is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Seleznyov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Seleznyov shrugs it off. Seleznyov is squirming around, avoiding Pulu's attempts to control the action. Seleznyov 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. Seleznyov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pulu is working away from the top position though.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Pulu is just content to waste time from the top position. Seleznyov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. Seleznyov looking for a guillotine here but Pulu defends easily.
Pulu drops back, looking for a kneebar! Seleznyov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Seleznyov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Seleznyov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pulu (23) vs (10) Seleznyov Pulu is trying to get back to half guard. Seleznyov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Pulu has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Seleznyov but great work by Pulu. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pulu (27) vs (10) Seleznyov
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Seleznyov prevents Pulu from moving into mount. Pulu working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Pulu tries for a kimura but Seleznyov is defending well. Pulu tries to advance to mount but Seleznyov denies him. Seleznyov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Pulu (29) vs (10) Seleznyov Seleznyov is looking to improve his position but Pulu isn't that keen on the idea.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Pulu looking for a guillotine from mount but Seleznyov is having none of it. Pulu is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Seleznyov has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Seleznyov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pulu (29) vs (12) Seleznyov Pulu keeping moving, preventing Seleznyov from controlling successfully. Seleznyov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pulu is keeping the position for now. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Pulu throws his legs up looking for a submission but Seleznyov uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pulu (29) vs (15) Seleznyov Pulu tries to buck Seleznyov off but Seleznyov is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight! Pulu takes the fight on points by 29 to 15. Jumping up and down and very excited, Maki Pulu waved his t-shirt featuring Bullet Proof System's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
AD349: Princess Daisy
Date: May 07, 2016 |
#R1# Diotte takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Diotte misses the jab. Diotte scores with a shot to the body.
Seleznyov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Diotte was well out of range. Poor timing from Seleznyov. A jab from Seleznyov misses. Diotte throws a low kick but it's checked well by Seleznyov. Seleznyov lunges at Diotte with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Diotte's hand. Diotte scores with a leg kick.
Diotte throws a right and a left that Seleznyov avoids nicely. Diotte defending well as Seleznyov loads up on a big left hand. Diotte thuds a left hand into Seleznyov's body. A leg kick checked by Diotte. Diotte with a hook.#CUT2# It looks like Roberto Seleznyov has been cut. Diotte motions for Seleznyov to come forward. Diotte throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Diotte attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diotte feints a jab promting Seleznyov to slip. Diotte then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Seleznyov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Diotte throws out a loose jab but Seleznyov uses good head movement to avoid it. Seleznyov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Thunder MMA in the buildup to the fight. Diotte will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Seleznyov is looking to counter punch. A jab from Diotte misses. Diotte fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Seleznyov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Seleznyov tries to land a front kick but Diotte steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A head kick from Seleznyov lands but Diotte takes it in his stride. #T1# The fighters circle momentarily. Seleznyov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Seleznyov is looking to slow Diotte down with leg kicks. Seleznyov avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Seleznyov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Diotte momentarily.
Good leg kick by Seleznyov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Seleznyov lands a nice shot to the body.
Diotte lets loose with a powerful body kick. Seleznyov will feel that in the morning. Diotte jabbing away but nothing is landing. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diotte moves away. Seleznyov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diotte has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Seleznyov lands with a hook. Diotte tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Diotte tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Seleznyov was well out of range. Poor timing from Diotte. Diotte throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Seleznyov misses with an uppercut. Diotte saw that one coming. Seleznyov throws a half hearted mid kick. A little jabbing left from Diotte on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Diotte misses with the combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Diotte moves out of range as Seleznyov strikes. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Diotte looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2# Diotte bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Diotte ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Seleznyov throws a front kick aimed at Diotte's knee but Diotte avoids it well. Seleznyov throws a right hand that misses
letting Diotte counter with a right hand. A nice leg kick lands there from Seleznyov. Seleznyov throws a leg kick which misses Diotte's front leg but catches the back leg as Diotte tries to avoid it. Seleznyov lands a body shot.
Diotte ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Diotte looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Roberto Seleznyov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diotte fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Jab, jab by Diotte - just one landing. Diotte takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Seleznyov misses with a kick to the body and Seleznyov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Seleznyov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Seleznyov blocks a leg kick. Seleznyov throws a solid leg kick but Diotte takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Seleznyov. Seleznyov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Diotte backs up against the cage.
A bone on bone clash there as Seleznyov blocks the leg kick.
Seleznyov half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3# A slow jab from Diotte misses its intended target. Seleznyov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Diotte just manages to avoid it. Diotte is looking to slow Seleznyov down with leg kicks. Seleznyov scores with a leg kick.
Diotte walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Seleznyov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Diotte throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov tests Diotte's chin there with a solid looking shot. Diotte fails to land with a series of punches.
Seleznyov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Diotte keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Diotte moves forwards but Seleznyov connects with a nice, crisp jab. Seleznyov scoring well with a low kick there.
Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Diotte. That did some damage! Diotte's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Seleznyov ducks under a wild hook from Diotte. An inside leg kick lands from Seleznyov. Diotte thows a left - swing and a miss! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Diotte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Diotte backs away, Seleznyov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4# Diotte swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diotte takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Seleznyov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Diotte throws a hook but Seleznyov avoids it easily. Diotte has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seleznyov. Diotte fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Seleznyov is out of range. Seleznyov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Diotte fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Seleznyov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Diotte is out of range and Seleznyov settles back down. A nice inside leg kick there by Seleznyov. That's going to slow Diotte down. Seleznyov connects with a single shot there. Seleznyov checks a leg kick. Seleznyov misses with a lunging right hand
#CL2# and Diotte holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Seleznyov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Seleznyov tries a body shot but Diotte blocks it.
Diotte is trying to maintain a safe position but Seleznyov gets an underhook and turns Diotte into the cage. The referee calls for Seleznyov to work.
Diotte looking to stall.
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 Roberto Seleznyov will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Seleznyov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Diotte has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Diotte walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Seleznyov throws a body shot but no joy. Seleznyov throws a leg kick but Diotte checks it. A good leg kick by Seleznyov. Diotte throws a jab but it's blocked by Seleznyov. Seleznyov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Seleznyov throws a push kick but Diotte slaps the foot to one side. Diotte thuds a left hand into Seleznyov's body. Diotte slips a jab from Seleznyov. Seleznyov walks into a left hand. Diotte feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Seleznyov's calf. Diotte scores with a decent looking hook. Diotte pivots, looking for a leg kick but Seleznyov is out of range and Diotte settles back down. Diotte lands with a kick to the ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diotte connects with an inside leg kick. Diotte looks to land a body kick but Seleznyov moved away. Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. Diotte looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T1# Diotte throws a front kick aimed at Seleznyov's knee but Seleznyov avoids it well. Seleznyov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Seleznyov throws the left hand but Diotte avoids the punch easily. A clash of legs there as Seleznyov blocks the low kick. Diotte thows a left - swing and a miss! Diotte throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Diotte.
Seleznyov feints and then cracks Diotte's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diotte down. Diotte is looking to land body kicks. Seleznyov misses with a straight right. A swing and a miss from Seleznyov. Seleznyov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Diotte has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Diotte swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diotte lands a body shot.
#KD2# Diotte lands a left and a right that send Seleznyov crashing to the mat, dazed. Diotte thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A punch combination from Diotte misses. A little feinted left hand from Seleznyov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Diotte's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Seleznyov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Diotte scrambles back to his feet. Seleznyov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. #T2# Seleznyov avoids the body shot from Diotte.
Seleznyov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Diotte. Seleznyov is looking to slow Diotte down with leg kicks. Diotte looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Seleznyov is looking to clinch but Diotte is avoiding it.
Diotte tries to counter with a clinch but Seleznyov shakes him off and moves away. Seleznyov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2# Roberto Seleznyov's cut is getting worse. Diotte scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Seleznyov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Diotte misses with the combination.
Andrew Diotte seems to be getting the better of the standup. Diotte takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. A telegraphed right hand from Diotte misses the target. Seleznyov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Diotte checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Diotte jabs at Seleznyov's body. Seleznyov throws a big shot that misses. Nice shot by Seleznyov.#T3# Diotte takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Diotte misses with a looping left. Diotte pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Diotte misses with a straight right. Seleznyov wants to slow Diotte down by chopping away at his legs. A chopping leg kick lands by Seleznyov. Seleznyov tries a head kick but it misses.
Diotte thuds a left hand into Seleznyov's body. Diotte misses with a hook. Diotte looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Seleznyov tries to clinch but Diotte is having none of it. Diotte walks forward, straight into a front kick from Seleznyov. Diotte throws a looping overhand right but Seleznyov ducks down to avoid it. Diotte misses with a looping left. An inside leg kick from Diotte misses. Diotte throws a leg kick but Seleznyov sees it coming and checks it nicely. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seleznyov 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 Diotte has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Diotte and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Diotte takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4# Seleznyov is looking to slow Diotte down with leg kicks. Diotte scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Seleznyov doesn't seem bothered though. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Seleznyov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Diotte lands with an overhand left. Seleznyov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Diotte swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Diotte 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. Diotte goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Seleznyov misses with a body shot.
Diotte was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Diotte throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A quick step to the side and Seleznyov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Seleznyov tries to move into range but Diotte moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Diotte checks a low kick from Seleznyov. Seleznyov misses with a low kick. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Diotte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diotte doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Diotte will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Diotte stuffs the takedown. Diotte swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Seleznyov is looking to counter punch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Diotte showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Roberto Seleznyov's cut. That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# Diotte scores with a jab to the body. A low kick from Seleznyov is predictable there and Diotte connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. A clash of legs there as Diotte blocks the low kick. Diotte avoids the body shot from Seleznyov.
Diotte walks into a straight right hand from Seleznyov. Diotte throws a big shot that misses. Diotte jabbing away but nothing is landing. A big right from Diotte misses. Seleznyov moves away from the strike by Diotte. Diotte needs to keep his hands up - Seleznyov had a free shot at his head there. Diotte throws a hook but Seleznyov blocks it. Seleznyov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Seleznyov avoids a punch combination nicely.
A swing and a miss from Diotte. Seleznyov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Diotte steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Seleznyov. A nice inside leg kick there by Seleznyov. That's going to slow Diotte down. Seleznyov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Diotte sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1# Seleznyov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. A looping hook to the body misses from Diotte. Seleznyov does a little dance to reset his feet. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Diotte. A nice inside leg kick there by Seleznyov. That's going to slow Diotte down. Seleznyov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diotte. Seleznyov 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. Seleznyov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Diotte. Diotte circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Diotte takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Diotte swings for the body but Seleznyov moves out of range.
Seleznyov misses with a looping right. Diotte throws a body kick that misses. Seleznyov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Seleznyov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diotte. Diotte checks a leg kick nicely. Seleznyov cracks the inside of Diotte's front leg. An inside leg kick lands from Seleznyov. Seleznyov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Seleznyov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Seleznyov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Seleznyov misses the jab. Diotte let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Diotte misses with a two punch combination.
Seleznyov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Diotte waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seleznyov. Diotte waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seleznyov. Diotte throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Diotte has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. A jab from Diotte misses. Diotte throws the kick towards the body but Seleznyov avoids it. Seleznyov thumps Diotte with a low kick. Diotte bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Seleznyov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Diotte goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Diotte throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some wild striking there from Diotte.
Diotte takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3# Seleznyov lands a nice looking body shot.
Seleznyov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diotte is looking to slow Seleznyov down with leg kicks. Seleznyov cracks the inside of Diotte's front leg. A combination from Diotte does no damage. Diotte throws a quick inside leg kick. Diotte tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Diotte has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Diotte there as he acknowledges the shot. Seleznyov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Seleznyov tries to clinch but Diotte moves out of range. Seleznyov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Diotte is able to avoid easily. As Seleznyov backs off Diotte throws a huge counter combo but Seleznyov manages to avoid it all. Seleznyov checks a leg kick. Seleznyov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diotte moves away. A clash of legs there as Diotte blocks the low kick. Diotte fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seleznyov manages to avoid it. Seleznyov swings widly with a right hand
and Diotte counters with a nice uppercut. #T4# Seleznyov lands a really nice looking cross but Diotte seems unphased.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Seleznyov misses with a wild body shot. Seleznyov lands a lovely overhand right. Seleznyov connects with a looping right hand.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Diotte.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seleznyov. Diotte connects with a body shot that sends Seleznyov's belly button to the back. Diotte checks a leg kick nicely. Seleznyov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Diotte. Seleznyov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Diotte. That did some damage! Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Diotte.
Seleznyov moves out of range as Diotte throws a body kick.
Seleznyov throws a big shot that misses. Diotte swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Seleznyov wants to slow Diotte down by chopping away at his legs. Diotte tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Diotte circles away from the clinch attempt.
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 Roberto Seleznyov. I think Seleznyov 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29 Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:29 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
AD345: Princess Peach
Date: Apr 13, 2016 |
#R1# Nice defenses there by Seleznyov. As Leak looks to move away, Seleznyov throws a big counter combo but Leak just gets out of the way. Leak goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Leak scores with a nice head shot. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Leak crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Seleznyov - the referee stops the clock and Leak gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Seleznyov. Leak manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Seleznyov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Leak fails with a takedown attempt. Seleznyov swings for the body but Leak moves out of range.
#CL2# Seleznyov tries to keep at a distance but Leak has taken the fight into the clinch. Leak wants a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Leak gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Leak thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Seleznyov gets full guard.#SUB# Leak stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Seleznyov has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Leak manages to get his head free but now Seleznyov has transitioned to an armbar! Leak grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Seleznyov! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roberto Seleznyov! Roberto Seleznyov gave a mention to Sun-Tzu in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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