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Play
by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Trash Fights 20(Qualifiers)
Date: Feb 25, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch successfully.
Kuznetsov connects with a knee to the head.
Alvarez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Alvarez tries for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks.
Alvarez is trying to drag Kuznetsov to the mat but Kuznetsov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Avila Alvarez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alvarez blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Avila Alvarez has been cut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Alvarez 's eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvarez avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Alvarez avoids it.
Kuznetsov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Alvarez backwards.
Alvarez dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
#T1#
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Alvarez has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kuznetsov after a bit of a struggle.
Alvarez drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov prevents the takedown attempt.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Alvarez's brow.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kuznetsov misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Alvarez's brow.
Alvarez on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2#
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Alvarez has Kuznetsov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kuznetsov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Alvarez leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Alvarez's brow.
Alvarez avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Alvarez goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Alvarez went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Alvarez closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kuznetsov did well to prevent Alvarez getting side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alvarez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nice strikes from Alvarez there.
Alvarez is thwarting Kuznetsov's attempts to control the position.
Kuznetsov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Alvarez.
Alvarez winds up and cracks Kuznetsov with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Alvarez not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Alvarez is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kuznetsov is looking for a sweep. Alvarez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Alvarez thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov wants to improve his position but Alvarez is controlling well.
Alvarez sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kuznetsov defending well though.
Alvarez missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kuznetsov regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Alvarez.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position here.
Alvarez postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kuznetsov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alvarez being controlled here momentarily.
Kuznetsov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Alvarez is controlling him. #T4#
Alvarez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Alvarez postures up in Kuznetsov's guard and throws a big left but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Alvarez lands a couple of elbows.
Alvarez throws a big elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Alvarez is one step ahead there.
Kuznetsov trying to keep a closed guard but Alvarez is proving a slippery customer.
Alvarez lands a couple of elbows.
Alvarez throws a big right hand that misses.
Kuznetsov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kuznetsov, not yet.
Kuznetsov pulls Alvarez in close to his closed guard and prevents Alvarez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Alvarez chips away with some ground and pound.
Alvarez tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuznetsov is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Avila Alvarez's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Kuznetsov drives through and clinches with Alvarez against the cage.
#TD#
Alvarez turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Alvarez manages to end up in side control.
Kuznetsov regains half guard.#SUB#
Alvarez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Alvarez drops an elbow to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kuznetsov trying to hold on to Alvarez's head to control him but Alvarez postures up.
Nice strikes from Alvarez there.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Alvarez connects with a nice short shot to Kuznetsov's temple.
Alvarez lands strikes from half guard.
Kuznetsov trying to control from the bottom.
Kuznetsov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Alvarez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kuznetsov 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.
Alvarez is fighting to break Kuznetsov's control of his arms but Kuznetsov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Kuznetsov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alvarez's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Alvarez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kuznetsov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kuznetsov preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Alvarez looking for a guillotine here but Kuznetsov defends easily.
#SUB#
Alvarez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kuznetsov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Alvarez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kuznetsov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kuznetsov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Kuznetsov wants to control from the top but Alvarez keeps moving. #SUB#
Alvarez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kuznetsov defends well.
Kuznetsov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kuznetsov won't allow Alvarez to sweep him here.
Kuznetsov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Alvarez working for a triangle but Kuznetsov defends it easily.
#T3#
Kuznetsov trying to control the position from guard on top but Alvarez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alvarez being controlled here, momentarily.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch successfully.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov throws a punch but it's blocked by Alvarez. #TD#
Alvarez gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T4#
Alvarez looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Alvarez has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kuznetsov tries to roll over but Alvarez keeps him under control.
Kuznetsov is looking to control Alvarez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kuznetsov avoid being mounted?
Avila Alvarez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kuznetsov tries to roll over but Alvarez keeps him under control.
Alvarez looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kuznetsov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kuznetsov trying to control but Alvarez postures up.
Alvarez working Kuznetsov over with strikes.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Alvarez is working for a submission of some sort.
Kuznetsov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Avila Alvarez dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Avila Alvarez's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Alvarez looks for a takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Alvarez takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Alvarez blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Alvarez blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Alvarez backwards. #T1#
Alvarez is working for takedown but Kuznetsov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Alvarez blocks an elbow strike.
Alvarez blocks an elbow strike.
Alvarez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow that stopped Alvarez in his tracks for a moment.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Alvarez avoids it.#TD#
Alvarez is trying to trip Kuznetsov. He has hold of a leg but Kuznetsov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Alvarez persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Kuznetsov has momentary wrist control but Alvarez slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alvarez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kuznetsov is keeping the position for now.
Alvarez postures up.
Kuznetsov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kuznetsov, not yet.
Alvarez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kuznetsov pulls Alvarez in close to his closed guard and prevents Alvarez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Alvarez landing some decent shots from guard.
Alvarez distracts Kuznetsov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kuznetsov wants to sweep here but Alvarez controlling him for the moment.
Alvarez scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Alvarez thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Alvarez throws a big elbow that misses.
Alvarez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kuznetsov is pulling down on Alvarez's head. It's preventing any offense from Alvarez, at least for the moment.#T3#
Alvarez loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Alvarez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Alvarez's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kuznetsov wants to sweep here but Alvarez controlling him for the moment.
Kuznetsov is pulling down on Alvarez's head to control his posture.
Alvarez loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Alvarez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Alvarez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kuznetsov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Alvarez won't allow Kuznetsov to sweep him here.
Alvarez wants to pass the guard but Kuznetsov is keeping the position.
Alvarez works over Kuznetsov with some ground and pound from guard.
Alvarez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Kuznetsov looking to control.
Alvarez distracts Kuznetsov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Alvarez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov wants to sweep here but Alvarez controlling him for the moment.
Alvarez is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kuznetsov holds on and takes a little breather.
Alvarez works over Kuznetsov with some ground and pound from guard.#ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov trying to control the position.
Kuznetsov is still in real trouble! Can Alvarez finish him?
Kuznetsov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Alvarez lands a couple of elbows.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position here.
Kuznetsov keeping full guard, as Alvarez tries to pass.
Kuznetsov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
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 Avila Alvarez.
I think Alvarez 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
CEC 625
Date: Nov 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Maellard scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Maellard circles away.
A slow jab from Maellard misses its intended target. #CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches.
Maellard lands a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Maellard lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Maellard misses with a punch to the body.
Maellard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maellard tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Maellard misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Maellard.
Maellard avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
A short uppercut from Maellard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maellard lands with a left to the head.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head. #T1#
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Maellard avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
A shot in the inside from Maellard.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Maellard is defending well for now.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Maellard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Maellard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maellard lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Maellard misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Maellard digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Maellard lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Maellard has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Maellard blocks the elbow strike.
Maellard can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Maellard on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Maellard.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Maellard lands a body punch.
Maellard lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Maellard misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Maellard lands a body shot.
Maellard swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Maellard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike.
A body shot lands from Maellard.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Pops Maellard has been cut.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Maellard lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Maellard struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T4#
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Maellard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Maellard tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Maellard back against the cage.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Maellard.
Maellard dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Maellard takes an elbow to the temple.
Maellard avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Maellard has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pops Maellard's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kuznetsov moves in looking to clinch but Maellard pushes him off.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Maellard keeps it at a distance.
Maellard is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch but Maellard slips to the side
and Maellard cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Maellard and pushes him back against the cage.
Maellard misses with a punch on the inside.
Maellard misses with a short punch on the inside.
Maellard tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maellard.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Maellard blocks the elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
I was talking to Maellard's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Maellard dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Maellard misses with a body punch.
Maellard dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
#T1#
Maellard lands with a short shot to the head.
Maellard tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Maellard lands a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Maellard avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Maellard working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Maellard on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the body.
Maellard tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Maellard throws a head punch that misses.
Maellard has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Maellard tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow. #T2#
Maellard tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Maellard back against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Maellard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good body shot from Maellard.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Maellard.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Maellard has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Maellard avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Maellard scores with a shoulder strike.
Maellard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Maellard lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Maellard. #T3#
Maellard blocks an elbow strike.
Maellard lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
A body shot lands from Maellard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maellard.
Maellard has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Maellard is defending well for now.
Maellard fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov throws a head punch that misses.
Maellard can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Maellard misses with a short punch on the inside.
Maellard lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kuznetsov or not.
Maellard working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Maellard scores with a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Maellard tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow. #T4#
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Maellard makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maellard throws a head punch that misses.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov lands a nice uppercut.
Maellard misses with a punch on the inside.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Maellard has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Maellard swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike.
Maellard dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
The referee calls for Maellard to work.
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 Pops Maellard will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pops Maellard's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Maellard is avoiding it.
Maellard circles away from the clinch attempt
and Maellard counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Maellard connects with a body shot.
Maellard throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov checks it. #CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Nice body punch from Maellard - that landed with a thud.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Maellard misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maellard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kuznetsov.
Maellard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maellard makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Maellard softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Maellard's defenses.
Maellard blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Maellard blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov lands with a short shot to the head.
Maellard throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Maellard avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Maellard blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maellard.
Maellard misses with the head strike.
Maellard dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Maellard lands with a short shot to the head.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Maellard blocks it.
Maellard tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Maellard back against the cage.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Maellard avoids the damage to the body.
A knee to the head by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Maellard can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Maellard takes an elbow to the forehead.
Maellard throws a head punch that misses.
Maellard scores with a shoulder strike.
Maellard throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Maellard lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Maellard scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Maellard blocks it.
#T3#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Maellard's brow.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Maellard lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kuznetsov or not.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Maellard avoids the damage to the body.
Maellard scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Maellard lands with a right to the head.
Maellard lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Maellard lands a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Maellard finish him?
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Maellard dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Maellard lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A short right from Maellard on the inside.
Maellard is leaning against Kuznetsov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Maellard misses with a punch to the body.
Maellard struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Maellard working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Maellard pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Maellard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maellard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Maellard fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Maellard leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
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 Pops Maellard.
I think Maellard 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Pops Maellard!
Pops Maellard decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
CEC 620
Date: Oct 10, 2018 |
#R1#
The Dane feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kuznetsovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kuznetsov slips a straight right by The Dane.#CL#
Kuznetsov rushes The Dane and presses him up against the cage.
The Dane avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
The Dane looking to throw knees to the head but Kuznetsov is blocking nicely.
The Dane works on Kuznetsov's body with a couple of short punches.
The Dane scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
The Dane avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
The Dane blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
The Dane lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from The Dane.
Kuznetsov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but The Dane leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
The Dane using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kuznetsov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards The Dane's brow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Dane is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The Dane misses with a knee strike.
The Dane takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#
It looks like Holger The Dane has been cut.
A nice right hand lands inside from The Dane.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
The Dane throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kuznetsov blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
The Dane avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.#BC2#
The Dane breaks from the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but The Dane moves out of range.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Dane swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
The Dane misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up
and The Dane counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuznetsov moves in looking to clinch but The Dane pushes him off.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - The Dane circles away.
The Dane looks for the body kick but Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
A nice inside leg kick there by The Dane. That's going to slow Kuznetsov down.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch there but The Dane circles away.
The Dane throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
The Dane fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kuznetsov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The Dane displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Dane defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kuznetsov.
The Dane connects with a single shot there.#CL#
Kuznetsov moves into range and clinches up with The Dane.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but The Dane blocks with his arms.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The Dane blocks the elbow strike.
#BC2#
The Dane's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The Dane digs a good hook to Kuznetsov's body.
#CL#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
The Dane with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
The Dane lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The Dane tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing The Dane back against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The Dane is looking to control Kuznetsov's arms but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and turns him. Now The Dane has his back to the cage.
The Dane putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kuznetsov in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T3#
Kuznetsov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but The Dane has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards The Dane's brow.
The Dane blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
The Dane lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
A knee to the head by The Dane.
#CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
The Dane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The Dane avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but The Dane avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but The Dane blocks with his arms.
The Dane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The Dane trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The Dane landing knees to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. The Dane obliges.
Kuznetsov is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from The Dane.
The Dane lands a knee to the head.
#T4#
The Dane scores with a hook to the body.
The Dane misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
The Dane breaks the clinch.
#KD2#
The Dane sends Kuznetsov crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! The Dane is motioning to the referee to let Kuznetsov up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
The Dane pounces like a tiger and cracks Kuznetsov with a vicious hook! Kuznetsov is down but not out! The Dane follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Holger The Dane!
A very excited looking Holger The Dane made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
CEFC Live 61
Date: Aug 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Loel avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Loel throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Loel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Loel tried to score with a low kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Loel blocks it.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Loel is just out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Loel! But no joy.
Loel 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.
Loel tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kuznetsov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Loel with a jab.
Loel throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Loel loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Kuznetsov misses with a lunging right hand
and Loel counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Loel tries a head kick but it misses.
Loel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Loel misses with a shot to the body
and Kuznetsov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuznetsov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#T1#
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Loel lands a leg kick that knocks Kuznetsov off balance momentarily.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Loel and pushes him back against the cage.
Loel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Loel throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Loel.
Loel throws a knee to the head but misses.
Loel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov avoids the elbow strike from Loel, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a good knee to the midsection. Loel won't want to take too many of those.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Loel leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Loel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Loel forces Kuznetsov back against the cage and clinches.#T2#
Loel lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Loel throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Loel throws a big shot that misses.
As Loel backs away, Kuznetsov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Loel's corner calls for a 1-2. Loel obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
Loel rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kuznetsov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Loel is looking to clinch but Kuznetsov is avoiding it.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the head.
The fighters circling - Loel throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice body kick from Loel.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Loel.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kuznetsov.
Loel throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Loel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
#CL2#
Loel pushes Kuznetsov up against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Loel leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here.
Loel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Loel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Loel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Loel lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Loel avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov avoids the elbow strike from Loel, against the cage.
Loel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Loel with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Loel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Loel is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kuznetsov is keeping busy.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#
It looks like Yuri Loel has been cut.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov is trying to maintain a safe position but Loel gets an underhook and turns Kuznetsov into the cage.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Loel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov lands a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Loel.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loel misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Loel lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Loel tries a knee to the head but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov struggles to land a body shot inside as Loel controls his hands.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Loel.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kuznetsov.
A short left from Kuznetsov.
Loel has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Loel blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Loel.
Loel lands a body punch in the clinch.
Loel using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kuznetsov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A body shot lands from Kuznetsov.
Loel throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yuri Loel dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Loel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kuznetsovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A telegraphed right hand from Kuznetsov misses the target.
Good standup being displayed there by Kuznetsov as he connects with a hook.
Loel takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kuznetsov punishes Loel's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov connects with a high kick.
Kuznetsov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Loel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Loel lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Loel stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Loel.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Loel moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Yuri Loel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Loel takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Loel is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks. #T1#
Loel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Loel misses with the combination.
A counter left hand to the body from Kuznetsov misses its target.
Loel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Loel keeps the fight on the outside.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Loel checks a leg kick.
Nice shot by Loel.
Loel looks to throw a body kick
and Loel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Loel throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Loel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Loel loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Loel misses with a wild body shot.
Loel walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Loel swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.#T2#
Loel on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loel connects with a right hand. Kuznetsov shakes it off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Loel fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice cross by Loel.#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A bone on bone clash there as Kuznetsov blocks the leg kick.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Loel manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Loel misses with a body kick.
Loel defending well as Kuznetsov loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Loel's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Loel. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Loel just misses with a punch to the body.
Loel checks a leg kick.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Loel.
It looked like Kuznetsov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Loel lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross.
Loel throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kuznetsov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Loel moves out of range.
Loel looks to throw the jab but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Loel scores with a punch to the head.
Loel lands a nice shot to the body.
Loel lands a big right hook! Kuznetsov looks hurt but is still standing! Loel lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Kuznetsov falls down and Loel dives in with a huge hammer fist! Kuznetsov's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Loel runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Yuri Loel!
A very excited looking Yuri Loel made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
CEFC 299
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Jong Guk scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jong Guk scores with a body shot.
Jong Guk looks for the body kick but Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Jong Guk connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kuznetsov with a jab.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Jong Guk is just out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Jong Guk misses its target.
Jong Guk buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've been told by Jong Guk's head coaches at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jong Guk lands a head shot.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kuznetsov duly obliges.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jong Guk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jong Guk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
#CL#
Jong Guk has Kuznetsov up against the cage in a clinch.
Jong Guk cracks Kuznetsov with a nice body shot.
Jong Guk misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T1#
Jong Guk has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Jong Guk makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Jong Guk - that landed with a thud.
A right hand to the body from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jong Guk can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Kuznetsov trying to stall but Jong Guk improves his position.
Kuznetsov is trying to push Jong Guk away but Jong Guk has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Jong Guk lands a shoulder strike.
Jong Guk stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kuznetsov looks winded!
A short uppercut from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk scores with a hook to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jong Guk.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Jong Guk.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jong Guk scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Jong Guk's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Jong Guk clinches with his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2#
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jong Guk lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jong Guk lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Jong Guk tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Jong Guk finish him?
Jong Guk lands with a light punch inside.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Jong Guk.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Jong Guk misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jong Guk lands a shoulder strike.
Jong Guk lands with a left to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk lands a body shot.
Jong Guk misses with a body punch.
Jong Guk tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Jong Guk misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Jong Guk.
Kuznetsov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A shot in the inside from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jong Guk.
Jong Guk dips a shoulder and cracks Kuznetsov with a mighty uppercut! Kuznetsov falls back against the cage and Jong Guk unloads with a barrage of strikes! Kuznetsov is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Jong Guk screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kim Jong Guk!
Kim Jong Guk retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Kim Jong Guk 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:
CEFC Fight Night 228
Date: Jul 11, 2018 |
#R1#
Koltun shoots in looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Koltun's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and pushes Koltun back into the cage.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Koltun.
Koltun wants to take the fight to the mat but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Koltun goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marek Koltun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Koltun shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kuznetsov but Kuznetsov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Koltun slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick that knocks Koltun off balance momentarily.
Danga de danga de dang - Kuznetsov scores with a four punch combination!
Koltun fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koltun moves in looking to clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him off.
Koltun is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kuznetsov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Koltun shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kuznetsov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koltun scoring with punches from side control.
Kuznetsov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Koltun asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T1##SUB#
Koltun looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Koltun tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but Koltun drags him back down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Koltun fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kuznetsov pushes Koltun away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Koltun gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Koltun working the head and body with strikes.
Koltun tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Koltun is looking to take a break and control but Kuznetsov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Koltun tries to move to mount but Kuznetsov blocks the move with his legs.
Koltun looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kuznetsov is avoiding damage well.
Koltun in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Koltun lands a nice forearm strike.
Kuznetsov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Koltun postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Koltun tries to score with some ground and pound. Kuznetsov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kuznetsov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Koltun connects with a decent elbow.
Koltun cracks Kuznetsov with a big elbow. #SUB#
Koltun wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kuznetsov, who protects the arm well.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Koltun has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Koltun trying to control the action but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Kuznetsov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Koltun is controlling him well.
Kuznetsov regains half guard, as Koltun was trying to land strikes. #SUB#
Koltun seems to be working for a kimura but Kuznetsov defends the submission attempt.
Koltun trying to control the action but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Koltun is looking for a kimura here.
Koltun is trying to control the action in half guard but Kuznetsov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Koltun looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kuznetsov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Koltun trying to pass the guard but Kuznetsov defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koltun trying to control from half guard but Kuznetsov is working away.
Koltun has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Koltun is trying to work for a kimura but Kuznetsov is defending well.
#ES2#
Kuznetsov pushes Koltun off and gets back to his feet.
Kuznetsov lands a two punch combo.
Kuznetsov connects with a looping right hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Koltun or perhaps it was just good defense by Kuznetsov, which made it look bad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Koltun misses with a takedown
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab by Kuznetsov.
Marek Koltun is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by Koltun or perhaps it was just good defense by Kuznetsov, which made it look bad.
Kuznetsov throws out a counter right but Koltun avoids it with no problem.
Koltun shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kuznetsov as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marek Koltun. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Kuznetsov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Kuznetsov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov slaps away a takedown attempt from Koltun, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Koltun.
Koltun drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls and moves away.
Nice defenses there by Koltun.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Koltun ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Koltun.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Koltun shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kuznetsov defends it nicely.
A head kick from Kuznetsov lands but Koltun takes it in his stride.
Koltun has a takedown stuffed.
Koltun takes a jab right on the kisser.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Koltun is defended easily by Kuznetsov.#T2#
Koltun takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Kuznetsov instigates a clinch.
Koltun blocks the elbow strike.
Koltun avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
#TD#
Koltun jumps into guard, dragging Kuznetsov to the mat.
Koltun not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SU2#
Kuznetsov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
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!
Left hook, right uppercut from Kuznetsov. #CUT2#
It looks like Marek Koltun has been cut.
Kuznetsov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Koltun. That did some damage!
Good standup being displayed there by Kuznetsov as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Koltun gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Koltun fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
Kuznetsov drives through and clinches with Koltun against the cage.
Kuznetsov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Koltuns head.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Koltun blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Koltun looking for a takedown.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Good body shot from Kuznetsov.
Koltun fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Koltun takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Koltun is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kuznetsov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Koltun looking for a takedown.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand underneath Koltun's ribcage. Koltun let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koltun drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Koltun ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Koltun no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Kuznetsov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Koltun has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kuznetsov has managed to get both his arms back between Koltun's legs - danger averted.#SU2#
Kuznetsov stands up from Koltun's guard - Kuznetsov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Kuznetsov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Koltun if he has to take too many more of those.
Koltun looks for a takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well.
Koltun chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kuznetsov can pounce on him.
Koltun shoots in looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Koltun's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Marek Koltun's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Koltun looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot to the body.
Koltun shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well. He's pushed Koltun's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Good leg kick by Kuznetsov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#TD#
Koltun closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kuznetsov to the mat! Kuznetsov manages to get full guard.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Koltun from controlling successfully.
Koltun won't allow Kuznetsov to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Koltun from controlling successfully. #T1##ES2#
Kuznetsov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Koltun off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Koltun needs to keep his hands up - Kuznetsov had a free shot at his head there.
Kuznetsov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Koltun fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marek Koltun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Koltun on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Koltun.
Kuznetsov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kuznetsov feints and then cracks Koltun's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Koltun down. #CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Koltun and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Koltun goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koltun is trying to pull guard but Kuznetsov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Koltun avoids the damage to the body.
Koltun tries to score a body lock takedown but Kuznetsov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand into Koltun's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Koltun's gas tank.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov stops a takedown attempt from Koltun.
Koltun is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Koltun tries to score a body lock takedown but Kuznetsov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Koltun avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage. #T3#
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Koltun's elbow.
Kuznetsov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Koltuns head.
Kuznetsov is stalling here.
Koltun has Kuznetsov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kuznetsov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetsov lands with a short shot to the head.
Koltun is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kuznetsov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Koltun goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Koltun and pushes him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov stops a takedown attempt from Koltun.
#T4##BC2#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Koltun fails with a takedown attempt.
Koltun on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Marek Koltun has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Koltun drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Koltun prevents Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet.
Koltun lands a couple of digs.
Koltun throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kuznetsov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #ES2#
Kuznetsov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kuznetsov 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 26:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 26:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
In defeat, Marek Koltun stepped up to the mic, saying 'My opponent was the better man tonight, but I will be back.'.
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Event:
CEFC 294
Date: Jun 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Hightower throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Hightower avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hightower raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Hightower takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A cross from Kuznetsov lands.
Kuznetsov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hightower avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kuznetsov.
Hightower looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hightower's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuznetsov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hightower scrambles back to his feet.
Hightower is looking to land body kicks.
Hightower lands with a cross.
Hightower scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kuznetsov in his tracks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Hightower was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A left and a right from Kuznetsov both land. Nice combination.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hightower moves away.#T1#
Kuznetsov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hightower with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hightower moves out of range as Kuznetsov strikes.
Kuznetsov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hightower circles away quickly and effectively.
Hightower is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kuznetsov with a body shot.
Kuznetsov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Hightower's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hightower! But no joy.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that misses
and Hightower counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kuznetsov.
Hightower blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Hightower on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A jab from Kuznetsov finds it's way through Hightower's defenses. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hightower.
Kuznetsov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hightower.
Hightower throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Hightower was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hightower connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kuznetsov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hightower moves out of range as Kuznetsov strikes.
Hightower lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Hightower.
A head kick misses from Hightower.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hightower looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.#CL#
Kuznetsov drives through and clinches with Hightower against the cage.
Kuznetsov scores with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov is leaning against Hightower and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kuznetsov is trying to stall.
#T3#
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Hightower 's eye.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kuznetsov.
Hightower blocks an elbow strike.
Hightower misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hightower is stalling here.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Hightower 's eye.
Hightower misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Hightower scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kuznetsov has Hightower pressed against the cage, preventing Hightower from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Hightower's face.
Hightower presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T4##BC2#
Hightower pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kuznetsov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hightower throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov moves into range and connects with a jab.
An inside leg kick from Hightower misses.
Hightower looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hightower throws a wild body kick that Kuznetsov sees coming a mile off.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hightower appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hightower misses with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov misses with a few strikes there.
Kuznetsov digs a good body shot into Hightower's ribs.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Hightower ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hightower is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hightower darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kuznetsov cracks Hightower with a good jab.
Kuznetsov cracks the inside of Hightower's front leg.
Hightower scoring well with a low kick there.
Hightower swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov tries to counter by clinching up but Hightower breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Kuznetsov gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Hightower blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hightower is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower takes a knee to the side of the body.
Hightower blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hightower.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hightower or not.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Hightower takes an elbow to the forehead. #T1#
A short uppercut from Hightower.
Hightower just leaning against Kuznetsov, taking a breather.
Kuznetsov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hightower can do to turn this around?
Hightower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hightower throws a head punch that misses.
Hightower is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Hightower 's eye.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Hightower avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A right hook to the body lands for Kuznetsov.
Hightower misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow that stopped Hightower in his tracks for a moment.
A right hook to the body lands for Hightower.
A short right from Hightower on the inside.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hightower blocks it with crossed arms.
Hightower misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov makes some space for himself and 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!#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
A shot to the body from Kuznetsov misses
and Hightower counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Kuznetsov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hightower.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hightower.
Hightower follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Hightower moves away
letting Hightower counter with a right hand.
Hightower staying out of range there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hightower.
Nice body kick from Hightower.
Hightower throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kuznetsov scores with a kick to the body.
Hightower connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Hightower tries to land a front kick but Kuznetsov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hightower misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Kuznetsov throws a good cross that connects.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to Hightower's midsection.
A clash of legs there as Kuznetsov blocks the low kick.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Hightower's head but Hightower sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kuznetsov.
Hightower stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hightower on the side of the head.
Hightower throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy head kick
and Hightower counters with an outside leg kick.
Hightower looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kuznetsov cracks Hightower with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy body shot
and Hightower counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kuznetsov's knee momentarily.
Hightower throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov checks it. #T4#
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hightower.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hightower with a hook.
Hightower keeps the fight on the outside.
Hightower ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hightower raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Kuznetsov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice head shot.
Hightower takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jab by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov 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#
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov sizes up Hightower with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hightower is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#KD2#
Hightower sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Kuznetsov to the ground! Hightower dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hightower won't let Kuznetsov get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Oh Kuznetsov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Hightower lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Hightower controlling from the full mount. #ES#
Kuznetsov somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hightower on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hightower throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range. #CL#
Kuznetsov clinches.
Kuznetsov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hightower is keeping busy.
Kuznetsov lands with a right to the head.
Hightower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Reed Hightower has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hightower struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hightower.
Kuznetsov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Hightower misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hightower misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that Hightower shrugs off.
Hightower tries a knee to the head but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Hightower throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hightower creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hightower backwards.
Hightower's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Hightower throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Kuznetsov connects with a knee to the head.
Come on Hightower - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hightower's elbow.
Hightower looking to throw knees to the head but Kuznetsov is blocking nicely.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch
and Hightower counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hightower looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetsov, as that shot connected.
#CL#
Kuznetsov gets a clinch.
Hightower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hightower digs a right hand into Kuznetsov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kuznetsov's gas tank.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Hightower.
Hightower fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
Hightower prevents a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Hightower takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#
It looks like Reed Hightower has been cut.
Hightower is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hightower leaning against his opponent.
Hightower lands with a left to the head.
Hightower misses with a body 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!
Hightower is trying to push Kuznetsov away but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A frustrated look appears on Hightower's face as he tries to break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hightower.
Hightower lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Hightower misses with the head strike.
Hightower throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Hightower.
And that's the end of the fight!
Reed Hightower comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kuznetsov 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
CEFC 291
Date: Jun 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kuznetsov punishes Naoki's body with a nice straight punch.
Naoki avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Naoki takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kuznetsov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A head kick misses from Naoki.
Naoki goes for a double leg but Kuznetsov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kuznetsov continues to drive forward.
Naoki dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kuznetsov. That did some damage!
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Naoki.
Naoki tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Naoki somewhat.
Naoki dives in and grabs Kuznetsov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov pushes down on Naoki's head and hops out.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takeshi Naoki.
Naoki takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A punch combination from Naoki misses.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Naoki thuds a left hand into Kuznetsov's body.#T1#
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Naoki is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Naoki shoots in but Kuznetsov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Naoki walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Naoki throws a body shot but no joy.
Naoki shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well. He's pushed Naoki's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT#
It looks like Takeshi Naoki has been cut.
Naoki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Naoki is working for takedown but Kuznetsov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Naoki manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Kuznetsov darts in and clinches Naoki up against the cage.
Kuznetsov being controlled against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike.
Naoki tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T2#
Naoki tries for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Naoki can't get the takedown.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Naoki is blocking nicely.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Naoki looks winded!
Kuznetsov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kuznetsov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Naoki backwards.
Naoki stalling in the clinch but Kuznetsov improves position.
Knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Kuznetsov with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov scores with a knee to the head.
Naoki can't get the takedown.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
Naoki stalling in the clinch but Kuznetsov improves position. #T3#
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike.
Naoki drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Good body shot from Kuznetsov.
A short left from Kuznetsov.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Naoki's brow.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Naoki is working for takedown but Kuznetsov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Naoki blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov stops a takedown attempt from Naoki.
Naoki trying to stall but Kuznetsov improves his position.
Naoki takes a knee to the side of the body. #TD2#
Naoki gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES#
Kuznetsov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T4#
Naoki throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Naoki.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to the nose.#CUT#
That has opened up Takeshi Naoki's cut even more.
Kuznetsov defending well as Naoki loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Naoki moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kuznetsov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Naoki throws a head kick that misses
and Kuznetsov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Naoki throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kuznetsov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Naoki has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Naoki moves out of range easily.
Naoki shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Naoki.
Kuznetsov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice sprawl there from Kuznetsov as Naoki shoots in.
An attempted straight right counter from Kuznetsov misses the target.
Kuznetsov lands a front kick.
Naoki misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Takeshi Naoki's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Naoki gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kuznetsov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Naoki looks to land a body kick but Kuznetsov moved away.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Naoki on the side of the head.
Naoki swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Naoki motions for Kuznetsov to come forward. Naoki throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Naoki.
Sloppy strikes from Naoki. Those never looked like landing.
Kuznetsov scores with a body shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Naoki rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kuznetsov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Naoki is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kuznetsov rather than just go for the knockout.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Naoki keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Naoki avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Naoki misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Kuznetsov counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Kuznetsov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Naoki throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range. #T1#
Naoki misses with a straight right. #CL#
Kuznetsov takes the fight into the clinch.
Naoki is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kuznetsov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Naoki 's eye.
Naoki dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Naoki is breathing heavily.
Naoki takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
The cut above Takeshi Naoki's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kuznetsov struggles to land a body shot inside as Naoki controls his hands.
Naoki slowing the pace effectively.
Naoki is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kuznetsov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takeshi Naoki.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kuznetsov obliges.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov leaning against his opponent.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Naoki takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#
Takeshi Naoki's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T2#
Naoki takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Naoki or not.
Naoki drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Takeshi Naoki's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
CEFC 289
Date: May 19, 2018 |
#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetsov.
Millennium fails with the takedown.
Millennium fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Millennium moves away and avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a wild body kick that Millennium sees coming a mile off.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Millennium misses with a takedown attempt - Kuznetsov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Millennium.
Millennium fails with a takedown attempt.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Millennium.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Millennium fails with the takedown.
Kuznetsov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Millennium if he has to take too many more of those.
Kuznetsov throws a nice head kick!
#T1#
Kuznetsov cracks the inside of Millennium's front leg. #CL2#
Millennium forces Kuznetsov back against the cage and clinches.
Kuznetsov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Millennium blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Millennium fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up but Millennium circles away and keeps his distance.
Despite the aggression on Millennium's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Millennium drops his hands momentarily and Kuznetsov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Millennium is just out of range.
Millennium throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Millennium on the side of the head.
Millennium avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Millennium throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov throws a big counter combination but Millennium scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Kuznetsov has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Millennium takes an elbow to the forehead. #BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
Millennium avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Millennium shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Kuznetsov darts in and clinches Millennium up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Millennium.
Kuznetsov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Millennium blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Millennium avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Millennium's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Millennium shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Kuznetsov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Millennium off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Millennium throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov slaps away a takedown attempt from Millennium, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Millennium is looking to land body kicks.
Kuznetsov tries to land a front kick but Millennium steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Millennium fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Millennium's sensitive parts.
Millennium fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Millennium ducks right into an uppercut from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands with a straight right. Millennium didn't see that one coming.
Millennium takes one to the side of the head.
#TD2#
Millennium gets the takedown into side control.
Millennium prevents Kuznetsov from escaping the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Millennium is trying to get an arm triangle but Kuznetsov is defending well. #T4#
Millennium trying to control the position but Kuznetsov is working away.
Kuznetsov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
We've been informed that Millennium has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Millennium tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Millennium controlling the position. #SUB2#
Millennium is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kuznetsov has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kuznetsov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kuznetsov lands with a hook. Millennium tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Millennium shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well. He's pushed Millennium's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Millennium takes one on the button.
A punch lands to the side of Millennium 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Millennium fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Millennium darts in looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov gets double underhooks and turns Millennium into the cage.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Millennium.
Millennium wants to clinch up but Kuznetsov keeps it at a distance.
Millennium changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kuznetsov tries to avoid it but Millennium manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kuznetsov to the ground. Kuznetsov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Millennium shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kuznetsov sprawls well. Kuznetsov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Millennium gets slowly back to his feet.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Millennium gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Millennium throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Millennium can do to turn this around?
Millennium fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Chris Millennium is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Millennium tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Millennium somewhat.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Millennium 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.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kuznetsov enables Millennium to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kuznetsov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Millennium's corner is telling him to maintain position.#ES#
Kuznetsov uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Millennium shoots for a takedown but Kuznetsov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Millennium is breathing heavily.
Kuznetsov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kuznetsov tries to land a leg kick but Millennium saw it coming and moves away.
Kuznetsov cracks Millennium with a right hand to the side of the head.
Millennium takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice right hand.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Millennium takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is looking to slow Millennium down with leg kicks. #TD2#
Millennium looking to score a takedown here. Kuznetsov is defending well but Millennium drives through and ends up in Kuznetsov's guard.
Millennium trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Millennium prevents Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Kuznetsov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T3#
Millennium goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Millennium swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Millennium's head but Millennium sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kuznetsov.
Millennium shoots in looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Millennium's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Millennium unleashes a big counter combination but Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body. Millennium takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Millennium will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice uppercut there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov connects with the punch.
Millennium keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Millennium's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuznetsov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Millennium scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the body
and Millennium counters with a three punch combo that has Kuznetsov backing up. Kuznetsov nods at Millennium to acknowledge the strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Millennium shoots in for a double leg but Kuznetsov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kuznetsov looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Millennium keeps the fight on the outside.
Kuznetsov punishes Millennium's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Millennium was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.#CL#
Kuznetsov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Millennium, pushing him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Millennium avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Kuznetsov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is struggling to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Millennium fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Millennium's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Millennium will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter the offense by Millennium and move into the clinch.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Millennium misses with a takedown #CL#
and Kuznetsov counters by clinching up.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Millennium.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Millennium takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Millennium takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
Millennium is trying to pull guard but Kuznetsov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Millennium is trying to force a seperation but Kuznetsov has the dominant position.#BC#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Millennium shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kuznetsov defends it nicely.
Kuznetsov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Millennium manages to avoid it.
Millennium has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kuznetsov.
Millennium fails with the takedown
and Kuznetsov counters with a straight right hand.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Millennium shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Millennium has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kuznetsov.
Nice shot by Kuznetsov.#T2#
Millennium throws a sloppy body shot
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Decent striking displayed by Kuznetsov there.
Millennium takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#ROC#
Millennium is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Millennium.
Millennium misses with a low kick as Kuznetsov jumps back.
Millennium throws an off balance right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Millennium is still on wobbly legs! Can Kuznetsov finish him?
Millennium has his takedown stuffed
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Millennium jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Millennium throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Kuznetsov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov lands with an uppercut that bounces Millennium off the cage and back into range.#T3#
Kuznetsov connects with a combination that backs up Millennium into the cage. Kuznetsov lands a flurry of punches that gets past Millennium's guard. Millennium is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Kuznetsov bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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CEFC Fight Night 224
Date: May 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mercer throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Mercer is having none of it.
Mercer avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Mercer misses with an uppercut.
Jab from Mercer.
Mercer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mercer.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kuznetsov keeps control of Mercer as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov is stalling here.
Kuznetsov 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.
A frustrated look appears on Mercer's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Mercer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mercer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Kuznetsov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mercer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov misses with some punches.
#T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Mercer wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mercer is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mercer struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
#BC2#
Mercer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mercer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetsov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mercer scores with a head kick. Kuznetsov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Mercer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big left from Mercer misses.
Kuznetsov digs a good body shot into Mercer's ribs.
Kuznetsov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mercer 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.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov 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.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
As Mercer tries to get set, Kuznetsov tries to push him back and clinch up but Mercer manages to avoid the attempt.#T2#
Mercer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mercer has time to react.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mercer throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Mercer looks to throw the jab but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Kuznetsov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mercer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mercer swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Mercer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body. Mercer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercer was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Mercer avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov defending well as Mercer loads up on a big left hand.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Mercer moves out of range of the body kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Mercer jabs at Kuznetsov's body.
Mercer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mercer misses with a wild body shot.
Mercer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
Mercer throws a sloppy head kick
letting Kuznetsov counter with a right hand. #ROC#
Mercer is rocked!#CL#
Kuznetsov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mercer is still on wobbly legs! Can Kuznetsov finish him?
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov. #CUT#
It looks like Alex Mercer has been cut.
Mercer has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mercer.
Kuznetsov lands a big knee! That's hurt Mercer! Oh, he's all over the place! Kuznetsov lands another knee that sends Mercer to the floor and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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CEFC Fight Night 222
Date: Apr 19, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Kuznetsov instigates a clinch.
Kuznetsov is trying to maintain a safe position but Tupolski gets an underhook and turns Kuznetsov into the cage.#BC#
Tupolski manages to break the clinch.
Tupolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tupolski keeps the fight on the outside.
Tupolski throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Kuznetsov has managed to clinch.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Tupolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tupolski on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tupolski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tupolski on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tupolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
A nice left hand lands by Tupolski.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tupolski throws a head punch that misses.
Tupolski throws a head punch that misses.
Tupolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tupolski throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well. #T1#
Tupolski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kuznetsov throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Kuznetsov forces Tupolski back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Tupolski avoids the damage to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Tupolski.
Tupolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Tupolski throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tupolski can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Tupolski blocks with his arms.
Tupolski misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A head punch on the inside from Tupolski fails to land. #BC#
Tupolski manages to break the clinch.
Tupolski looks for the body kick but Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Tupolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov stuns Tupolski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Tupolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tupolski takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Tupolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tupolski thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kuznetsov if he has to take too many more of those.
Kuznetsov lands the left hand.
Tupolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kuznetsov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tupolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tupolski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kuznetsov thumps Tupolski with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Tupolski.
A little feinted left hand from Tupolski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Tupolski moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.
Tupolski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kuznetsov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tupolski.
Tupolski thows a body kick. Kuznetsov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tupolski is looking to land body kicks.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Tupolski moves out of range.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Tupolski strikes.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Tupolski moves out of range easily.
Tupolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tupolski with a body shot.#T3#
Tupolski throws a low kick, looking for Kuznetsov's leg but Kuznetsov calmly moves out of range.
Kuznetsov is looking to land body kicks.
Tupolski feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tupolski misses the jab.
Tupolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tupolski misses the shot to the body.
Tupolski throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Tupolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Tupolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tupolski misses with a body kick.
Tupolski misses with a shot to the body
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kuznetsov throws an off balance right hand
and Tupolski counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov throws a series of punches but Tupolski moves out of range.
Tupolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tupolski stuns Kuznetsov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Katurian Tupolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tupolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tupolski. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tupolski throws a body kick that misses.
Tupolski is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Kuznetsov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Tupolski. #T4#
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tupolski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tupolski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov blocks a low kick nicely.
Tupolski misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Tupolski avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov blocks the body kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Tupolski as he connects with a hook.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Tupolski throws a body kick.
Kuznetsov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice body kick there by Tupolski.
Kuznetsov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tupolski.
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tupolski.
Tupolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuznetsov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tupolski throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Tupolski.
Tupolski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kuznetsov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
An inside leg kick from Tupolski misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katurian Tupolski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov'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#
Kuznetsov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A quick step to the side and Tupolski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tupolski connects with a looping right hand.
Tupolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick.
Tupolski is looking to score with low kicks.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
Tupolski misses with a hook
and Kuznetsov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
Tupolski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tupolski misses the shot to the body.
Tupolski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tupolski misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Tupolski has closed the distance and engaged Kuznetsov in a clinch.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tupolski is defending well for now.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand into Tupolski's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tupolski's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Tupolski dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Tupolski tries a knee to the head but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Tupolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kuznetsov as Tupolski tries to tie him up.
Tupolski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Tupolski throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Tupolski trying to land knees to the body.
Tupolski stalls.
Tupolski misses with a knee to the head.
Tupolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Kuznetsov looking to slow down the pace here.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
Tupolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov slows down the pace here.
A right handed body shot lands from Kuznetsov.
#T2#
Tupolski takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kuznetsov gets through Tupolski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tupolski blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Tupolski avoids the damage to the body.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tupolski misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tupolski obliges.
Tupolski lands a knee to the body.
Katurian Tupolski has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Tupolski blocks with his arms.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Tupolski throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kuznetsov fails to land.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Tupolski blocks it.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
Tupolski tries to stall but Kuznetsov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tupolski's face.
#T3#
Tupolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov blocks the body kick.
Tupolski takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Katurian Tupolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Tupolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tupolski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Tupolski throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tupolski lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tupolski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Tupolski tries to land a front kick but Kuznetsov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tupolski looks for the body kick but Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov misses with the combination.
Tupolski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kuznetsov misses with a double jab.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tupolski moves away.
Kuznetsov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tupolski.
Tupolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuznetsov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tupolski misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Tupolski half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tupolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tupolski throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Tupolski swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
A leg kick checked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tupolski throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tupolski moves in looking to clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him off.
Tupolski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
An inside leg kick lands from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Tupolski.
Tupolski swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tupolski throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a body kick.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Tupolski was well out of range.
Tupolski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tupolski connects with a nice looking jab.
Kuznetsov looks to land a left hand but Tupolski moved out of range nicely.
Kuznetsov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
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 looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Tupolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Tupolski blocks it.
Kuznetsov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kuznetsov throws an overhand right that lands on Tupolski's shoulder, as Tupolski tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tupolski!
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tupolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov thuds a left hand into Tupolski's body.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tupolski misses with a body kick.
Kuznetsov tests Tupolski's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tupolski throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tupolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Tupolski. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tupolski.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Tupolski closes the distance and pushes Kuznetsov back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Tupolski leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Tupolski looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tupolski's defenses.
Tupolski using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kuznetsov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Tupolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov managing to block the knees to the body from Tupolski.
A nice left hand lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tupolski wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kuznetsov stalling against the cage.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
#T3#
Tupolski takes a shot to the head.
Tupolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kuznetsov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A right hand to the body from Tupolski.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tupolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Tupolski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tupolski blocks the elbow strike.
Knees to the body from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Tupolski leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Tupolski is blocking nicely.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
Kuznetsov throws a series of punches but Tupolski moves out of range.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T4#
A clash of legs there as Kuznetsov blocks the low kick.
Kuznetsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tupolski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kuznetsov.
Tupolski is looking to score with low kicks.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tupolski!
Tupolski tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tupolski.
Some wild striking there from Kuznetsov.
Tupolski swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov blocks the body kick.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tupolski.
Tupolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Katurian Tupolski did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Tupolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tupolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tupolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tupolski moves in looking to clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him off.
Kuznetsov is looking to chop away at Tupolski's legs.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Tupolski moves out of range easily.
Tupolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Tupolski scores with a hook.
Tupolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupolski moves in looking to clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him off.
Tupolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Tupolski moves in looking to clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him off.
Tupolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Tupolski ducked under it nicely.
Tupolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tupolski is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks.
Kuznetsov lands a head shot.
Kuznetsov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tupolski.
Tupolski moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tupolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Kuznetsov throws a counter combo.
Tupolski misses the shot to the body.
Tupolski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tupolski takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tupolski lands with a nice body kick.
A slow jab from Tupolski misses its intended target.
Tupolski scores with a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tupolski.
Tupolski misses with a wild body shot.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch there but Tupolski circles away.
#T2#
Kuznetsov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tupolski backs up against the cage.
Tupolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tupolski with a nice cross.
Tupolski wants to slow Kuznetsov down by chopping away at his legs.
Tupolski throws a body kick that misses.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Tupolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tupolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tupolski is looking to land body kicks.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tupolski throws a push kick but Kuznetsov slaps the foot to one side.
Tupolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tupolski.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches with his opponent.
Tupolski lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tupolski stalling in the clinch but Kuznetsov improves position.
Tupolski landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Tupolski is trying to maintain a safe position but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and turns Tupolski into the cage.
Tupolski takes an elbow to the temple.
Tupolski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tupolski lands a nice elbow.
Tupolski tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tupolski on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov cracks the inside of Tupolski's front leg.
Tupolski looks to land a body kick but Kuznetsov moved away.
Tupolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kuznetsov's sensitive parts. #CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and pushes Tupolski back into the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee is keeping an eye on Tupolski - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kuznetsov works on Tupolski's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Kuznetsov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Tupolski is blocking nicely.
Kuznetsov lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tupolski blocks it with crossed arms.
Tupolski misses with the head strike.
Tupolski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kuznetsov dodges an elbow strike from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Tupolski is blocking nicely.
Tupolski tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kuznetsov avoids it.
Tupolski content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tupolski.
Tupolski trying to land knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Tupolski misses with a low kick.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Tupolski.
Tupolski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range and Tupolski settles back down.
Kuznetsov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov lands a slapping body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tupolski throws a big shot that misses.
Tupolski feints and then cracks Kuznetsov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kuznetsov down.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tupolski's head backwards.
A swing and a miss from Tupolski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Tupolski throws a push kick but Kuznetsov slaps the foot to one side.
A little jabbing left from Kuznetsov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tupolski lands an elbow just above Kuznetsov 's eye. #T1#
Tupolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Tupolski pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tupolski misses with a punch to the body.
Tupolski misses with a body punch.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Tupolski avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Tupolski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tupolski holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tupolski or not.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tupolski landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tupolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice elbow from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Kuznetsov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Tupolski 's eye. #T2#
Tupolski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tupolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Tupolski.
Kuznetsov lands a shot to the body.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tupolski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tupolski is defending well for now.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tupolski swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Tupolski blocks it.
Tupolski avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tupolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow. #T3#
Tupolski digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tupolski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tupolski using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kuznetsov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tupolski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kuznetsov is defending well for now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kuznetsov. #BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Kuznetsov rushes Tupolski and presses him up against the cage.
Tupolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tupolski's defenses.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov. #BC#
Tupolski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Tupolski's head but Tupolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tupolski half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tupolski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tupolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Tupolski throws out a leg kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range and Tupolski only half commits.
Kuznetsov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tupolski throws a low kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov thuds a left hand into Tupolski's body.
Tupolski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up but Tupolski circles away and keeps his distance.
Tupolski looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
Good leg kick by Tupolski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tupolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice jab there from Tupolski.
Tupolski throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Tupolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little jabbing left from Kuznetsov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tupolski gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A jab from Kuznetsov does it's job there.
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 Katurian Tupolski.
I think Tupolski has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 48:48
Judge William Peck scores the fight 49:47
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Katurian Tupolski!
Katurian Tupolski is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Katurian Tupolski rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XLIX
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Barathian scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Barathian misses with a wild combination.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick but Barathian moves out of range easily.
A little feinted left hand from Barathian on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Kuznetsov.
Barathian definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Barathian has closed the distance and engaged Kuznetsov in a clinch.
Barathian blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Barathian blocks it with crossed arms.
Barathian takes an elbow to the temple.
Barathian misses with the head strike.
#KD#
Barathian drops Kuznetsov with a big knee straight up the middle! Kuznetsov is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barathian misses with a body shot
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Barathian's knee momentarily.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Barathian finish him?
Barathian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Kuznetsov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy body shot
and Barathian makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Barathian throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barathian moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Barathian throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Kuznetsov cracks the inside of Barathian's front leg. #CL#
Barathian forces Kuznetsov back against the cage and clinches.
Barathian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barathian dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Barathian tries to land knees in the clinch but Kuznetsov avoids the damage to the body.
Barathian lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Barathian stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Barathian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Barathian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barathian misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barathian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Barathian.
Barathian tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Barathian dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Barathian stalling the fight.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Barathian has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov looking to stall.
#T2#
Barathian struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Barathian throws an elbow but it's blocked.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barathian lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kuznetsov or not.
Barathian misses with some punches.
Barathian controlling the action here for a moment.
Barathian lands with a right to the head.
Barathian blocks an elbow strike.
A short right from Barathian on the inside.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot to the body.
Barathian tries to land knees in the clinch but Kuznetsov avoids the damage to the body.
Barathian tries to stall but Kuznetsov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Barathian tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Barathian's defenses.
Kuznetsov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T3#
Kuznetsov cracks Barathian with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Barathian on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Barathian pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Barathian misses with a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Barathian lands a head kick. Kuznetsov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kuznetsov pushes Barathian away with a front kick.
Barathian misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up against the cage.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barathian.
Kuznetsov with a knee to 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!
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Barathian has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4#
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Barathian avoids the damage to the body.
Barathian misses with a punch to the body.
Barathian takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kuznetsov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Barathian 's eye.
Barathian throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Barathian.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Barathian just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kuznetsov's brow.
Barathian lands a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov blocks the elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Barathian's brow.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barathian throws an elbow but it misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Barathian lands a knee to the head.
Barathian blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
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 Max Barathian will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A shot to the liver by Kuznetsov. Beautiful body shot.
Barathian avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Barathian uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov misses with a series of wild punches.
#KD#
Oooooh!!! Barathian has knocked Kuznetsov down with a huge combo! Barathian steps away and waves a wobbly Kuznetsov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Barathian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Barathian clinches up with Kuznetsov and pushes him back against the cage.
Max Barathian has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Barathian.
Barathian misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kuznetsov.
Barathian throws a knee to the head but misses.
Barathian throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kuznetsov blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Barathian fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Kuznetsov is leaning against Barathian and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kuznetsov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Barathian tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Barathian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Barathian.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Barathian on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Barathian makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Barathian throws a head punch that misses.
Barathian wants to stall.
Kuznetsov leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC2#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kuznetsov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a nice outside leg kick.
A low kick from Kuznetsov misses
and Barathian connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Barathian moves out of range.
It looked like Barathian wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barathian takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#ROC2#
Barathian is rocked!
Kuznetsov cracks a nice hook into Barathian's ribs.#KD#
Barathian drops Kuznetsov with a beautiful combination! Kuznetsov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Barathian is looking for the KO!
Barathian tries to clinch there but Kuznetsov circles away.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov misses with a left hand
and Barathian counters with a straight that turns Kuznetsov's legs to rubber! Barathian pushes forward with more strikes and Kuznetsov goes down, battered and bloody! That's a wrap folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Barathian!
During a confident post fight interview, Max Barathian thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
OFC 342: Victory Royale
Date: Mar 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Barca slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kuznetsov tries to bum rush Barca with a series of wild strikes but Barca uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Barca moved away.
Barca half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Barca lands a glancing blow to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Barca swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Barca fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barca lands the left hand.
Barca looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kuznetsov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Barca is out of range.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Barca moves away and avoids it.
Kuznetsov lands a front kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Kuznetsov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Barca fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good exchange - Kuznetsov coming out on top.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Barca 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.#TD#
Barca looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#ES2#
Kuznetsov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Barca is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Barca's hands.
The fighters circle momentarily. Barca darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Barca sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Barca swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Barca blocks it.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook
#TD#
and Barca counters with a shoot takedown. Kuznetsov fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2#
Kuznetsov uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Barca manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Barca swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Barca was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD#
Barca shoots in and gets a takedown into Kuznetsov's guard.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but Barca isn't so interested in that idea.
Barca distracts Kuznetsov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barca looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Barca has gone for a leg lock! Kuznetsov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Barca's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barca has a closed guard, preventing Kuznetsov from standing up.
Kuznetsov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Barca wants to sweep here but Kuznetsov controlling him for the moment.
Kuznetsov wants to stand but Barca has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Barca throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Barca has a closed guard, preventing Kuznetsov from standing up. #SU2#
Kuznetsov stands up from Barca's guard - Kuznetsov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Barca scores with a sloppy right hand. Kuznetsov should have avoided that one. #T4#
Barca takes one to the chin there.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Barca on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body. Barca takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #TD#
Barca scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kuznetsov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Barca connects with a decent elbow.
Kuznetsov tries to escape but Barca is in control.
Kuznetsov defending against the ground and pound.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Barca tries for a kimura but Kuznetsov is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Barca checks a leg kick.
Barca throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kuznetsov misses with a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov walks into a straight right hand from Barca.
Barca looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
Barca lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Barca paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barca drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls and moves away.
Barca looks for a takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well.
Kuznetsov scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barca waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Barca ducked under it nicely.
Barca half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Barca misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Barca. Barca circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Barca misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Barca decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kuznetsov's guard.
Barca stops Kuznetsov from standing up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Barca accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Barca cracks Kuznetsov with a solid left hand.
Barca stands and throws Kuznetsov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Barca has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kuznetsov taking a bit of punishment here - Barca scoring with strikes.
Barca lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kuznetsov down.
Barca prevents Kuznetsov from escaping the position.
Barca cracks Kuznetsov with a big elbow. #T2#
Barca lands a decent elbow from side control. #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Barca is controlling him well.
Kuznetsov is still in real trouble! Can Barca finish him?
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Barca thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Barca trying to control the action but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Kuznetsov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Barca is controlling him well.#T3#
Kuznetsov is not content to let Barca control the position.
Barca cracks Kuznetsov with a big right hand but Kuznetsov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but Barca drags him back down.
Barca in side control lands a decent elbow.
Barca working the ground and pound.
Kuznetsov is pushing Barca's head away, looking to escape. Barca manages to hold on to the position though.
Barca landing a few strikes.
Kuznetsov bucks up and tries to throw Barca off but instead Barca has got his back!
Barca trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Barca.
#T4#
Barca tries to keep control of the position but Kuznetsov is staying busy.
Kuznetsov trying to get back to his feet but Barca is in full control for now. #SUB#
Barca looking for the choke but no joy.
Barca is landing with strikes. Kuznetsov can't take much more of this.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up.
Kuznetsov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Barca off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Barca has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Kuznetsov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hannibal Barca dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Barca shoots in and drives through. Kuznetsov sprawls well.
Barca lands with a right hand.
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. Barca tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Barca.
Barca cracks Kuznetsov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Barca blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
#TD#
Barca closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kuznetsov to the mat! Kuznetsov manages to get full guard. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Kuznetsov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Barca can't get the takedown.
Barca blocks the elbow strike.
Barca is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hannibal Barca. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Barca drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Barca is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kuznetsov pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T1#
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that Barca shrugs off.
Barca wants to take the fight to the mat but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Barca has Kuznetsov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kuznetsov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetsov pushes Barca back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barca avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Barca avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Barca goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Barca.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kuznetsov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kuznetsov throws a series of punches but Barca moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice body punch.
Kuznetsov defending well as Barca loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Barca counters with a shoot takedown. Kuznetsov fights it but they end up in guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Barca prevents Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Barca throws a big right hand that misses.
Barca has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kuznetsov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Barca.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Barca from controlling successfully.
Barca stops Kuznetsov from standing up.
Barca stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kuznetsov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kuznetsov keeping full guard, as Barca tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kuznetsov misses with a two punch combination.
Kuznetsov clobbers Barca with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Barca uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barca.
Kuznetsov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Barca eats them both and turns towards Kuznetsov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Barca.
Kuznetsov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Barca ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Barca checks it well.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Barca takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Barca with a hook.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Barca throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Barca avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Kuznetsov.#T4#
Kuznetsov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barca looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Barca looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Barca shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Kuznetsov is staying active underneath Barca, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
Barca wants to take a breather but Kuznetsov is having none of it.
Kuznetsov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Barca. #SUB#
Barca is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kuznetsov is just riding it out for now. Barca eventually gives up the hold.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
Hannibal Barca was interviewed post fight and said 'I will either find a way, or make one.'.
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Event:
OFC 338: Slater vs BK
Date: Feb 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov scores with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Camacho is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Camacho misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A quick step to the side and Camacho tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Camacho misses.
Camacho scores with a shot to the body.
Camacho misses with an uppercut
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Camacho slips a jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Camacho has time to react.
Kuznetsov goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Camacho throws a solid leg kick but Kuznetsov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Camacho.
Camacho ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Kuznetsov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Camacho throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Camacho is just out of range.
Camacho is looking for a counter combo.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Camacho moves out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Camacho.
#T1#
Nice body kick there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Camacho.
Kuznetsov with a nice cross.
Camacho throws a nice outside leg kick.
Camacho fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut. Camacho saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Camacho tried to counter with a leg kick but Kuznetsov avoided it.
Camacho throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov wants to counter the offense by Camacho and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and pushes Camacho back into the cage.
Camacho wants a takedown but no success here.
A left hand lands to the body for Camacho.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A body shot lands from Camacho.
Camacho lands an uppercut.
Camacho looking to slow down the pace here.
Kuznetsov cracks Camacho with a nice body shot.#T2#
Kuznetsov has Camacho pressed against the cage, preventing Camacho from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kuznetsov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Camacho takes an elbow to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Camacho slips the punch.
It looked like Camacho was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Camacho.#CL#
Camacho drives through and clinches with Kuznetsov against the cage.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand underneath Camacho's ribcage. Camacho let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Camacho misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov lands with a light punch inside.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
I was talking to Camacho's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T3#
Camacho misses with the head strike.
Camacho blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Camacho's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Camacho chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Camacho ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Camacho takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Camacho throws out the jab.
Kuznetsov throws out a counter right but Camacho avoids it with no problem.
Kuznetsov jabs at Camacho's body.
Camacho missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A countering left hand to the body from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov lands a jab.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but Camacho swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Camacho crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kuznetsov - the referee stops the clock and Camacho gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kuznetsov. Camacho manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kuznetsov scores with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Camacho is out of range and Kuznetsov settles back down. #T4##CL2#
Kuznetsov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Camacho doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Camacho lands with a short shot to the head.
Camacho lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Camacho wants to break free but Kuznetsov has control.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kuznetsov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position but instead, Camacho has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kuznetsov into the cage.
Kuznetsov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Camacho avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Camacho swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Camacho lands a nice uppercut.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kuznetsov, right into the meat.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Camacho throws a low kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Camacho.
Camacho takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kuznetsov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Camacho will feel that in the morning.
Camacho throws a sloppy head kick
and Kuznetsov counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Kuznetsov connects with a solid leg kick.
Camacho lands a glancing blow to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Camacho misses with a low kick.
Kuznetsov looks to land a body kick but Camacho moved away.
Camacho avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Camacho rushes Kuznetsov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Camacho breaks from the clinch.
Camacho displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Camacho sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab.
Camacho misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Camacho gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Camacho blocks the body kick.
Kuznetsov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Camacho missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Camacho ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.#CL#
Camacho moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov stalling.
#T2#
Kuznetsov has Camacho pushed against the cage.
Kuznetsov is looking to control Camacho's arms but Camacho gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kuznetsov has his back to the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Camacho's brow.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Camacho is working Kuznetsov over against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
Kuznetsov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Camacho avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Camacho moves out of range easily.
It looked like Camacho was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kuznetsov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuznetsov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Camacho is looking to land body kicks.
Kuznetsov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Camacho has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Camacho throws a right and a left that Kuznetsov avoids nicely.
Camacho checks a leg kick nicely.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Camacho takes one to the side of the head.
Camacho misses with a body shot.
Camacho fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kuznetsov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but Camacho swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Camacho avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking body shot.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A quick step to the side and Camacho tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid body kick from Camacho.
Camacho 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.
Kuznetsov misses with a few strikes there.
#T4#
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Camacho avoids it easily.
Camacho tries to move into range but Kuznetsov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Camacho misses with a looping left.
Camacho scores with a jab to the body.
Camacho is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kuznetsov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kuznetsov catches Camacho with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Camacho throws a series of punches but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Camacho moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov missing with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a punch but it's blocked by Camacho.
Camacho throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Camacho tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Camacho back against the cage.
Camacho lands a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A jab lands there for Camacho.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Camacho connects with a looping right hand.
#CL#
Camacho has managed to clinch.
Camacho just leaning against Kuznetsov, taking a breather.
Camacho drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kuznetsov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Some wild striking there from Camacho.
Kuznetsov throws a series of strikes that have Camacho backpedaling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camacho scores with a sloppy right hand. Kuznetsov should have avoided that one.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Camacho takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Camacho's calf.
Camacho misses with a combination
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Camacho swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Camacho uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Camacho 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 Kuznetsov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kuznetsov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Camacho throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kuznetsov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Kuznetsov pushes Camacho up against the cage in a clinch.
Camacho tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Camacho back against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kuznetsov.
The referee calls for Kuznetsov to work.
Camacho scores with a nice hook to the head.
Camacho looking to stall.
Camacho prevents a body shot from Kuznetsov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Camacho.
Camacho working aggressively here.
Hector Camacho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Camacho's elbow.
Kuznetsov being controlled against the cage.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Camacho.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kuznetsov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Camacho half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a right hand #KD#
and Camacho counters with a combination of strikes to the head and body that crumple Kuznetsov! #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Camacho scores with a big shot! Kuznetsov's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Kuznetsov! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hector Camacho!
Hector Camacho took some time post fight to say the following; 'Go ahead and tell everybody, I'm the man, Cortes, its time bro, I'm coming for that belt.'.
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Event:
OFC 335: Wyatt vs Ysengrin
Date: Jan 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Del Bosque gets tackled into the cage by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov maintains the clinch.
Del Bosque works on Kuznetsov's body with a couple of short punches.
Del Bosque misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kuznetsov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Del Bosque takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Del Bosque thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Del Bosque appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kuznetsov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Del Bosque is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Del Bosque has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Scotty's Yard in the buildup to the fight.
Del Bosque misses with a looping left.
Del Bosque misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Del Bosque is looking to clinch.
Del Bosque misses the jab.#T1#
Kuznetsov walks into a straight right hand from Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Del Bosque dives in and scores a takedown into Kuznetsov's guard.#ES2#
Kuznetsov uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Kuznetsov. No joy for Del Bosque on that attempt.
Del Bosque slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kuznetsov manages to circle out of the way.
A jab from Del Bosque misses.
Del Bosque scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kuznetsov in his tracks.
Kuznetsov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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!
Del Bosque connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kuznetsov's hands.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.#TD#
Kuznetsov gets caught flat footed, as Del Bosque shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Del Bosque stops Kuznetsov from standing up.
Del Bosque pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kuznetsov is keeping the position for now.
Kuznetsov wants to stand and escape but Del Bosque is having none of it. #T2#
Kuznetsov can't keep his opponent in guard - Del Bosque advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Del Bosque tries to pass to full mount but Kuznetsov defends it. #SUB#
Del Bosque is working for a kimura but Kuznetsov is defending it quite comfortably.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Del Bosque seems to be working for a kimura but Kuznetsov defends the submission attempt.#ES2#
Kuznetsov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Del Bosque is on him like a limpet, forcing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Del Bosque's elbow. #T3#
Kuznetsov tries to work over Del Bosque's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov scores with a shoulder strike.
Del Bosque blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Del Bosque.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Del Bosque's brow.
Del Bosque tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Del Bosque back against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kuznetsov has Del Bosque pressed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Del Bosque is defending well for now.
Del Bosque throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Del Bosque creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Del Bosque gets through Kuznetsov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Del Bosque jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kuznetsov walks away with a smile on his face. Del Bosque gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Del Bosque finish him?
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Severo Del Bosque. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Del Bosque swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
Del Bosque throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Del Bosque lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Del Bosque loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Del Bosque keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL#
Del Bosque rushes Kuznetsov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand underneath Del Bosque's ribcage. Del Bosque let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD#
Del Bosque pulls guard.
Del Bosque is trying to control the position but Kuznetsov postures up. #SU2#
Kuznetsov gets to his feet - Del Bosque follows without any prompting.
Del Bosque misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Del Bosque shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
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 Severo Del Bosque will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Del Bosque avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque shoots in but no luck this time.
Del Bosque uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Del Bosque strikes.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the strikes.
Severo Del Bosque is winning the standup battle so far.
Del Bosque takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kuznetsov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Del Bosque throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick lands from Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Del Bosque sets himself, and Kuznetsov steps forward looking for the clinch! Del Bosque avoids it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Del Bosque doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kuznetsov counters with a stiff right hand.
Del Bosque is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Del Bosque on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.#TD#
Del Bosque closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kuznetsov to the mat! Kuznetsov manages to get full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov keeping full guard, as Del Bosque tries to pass. #T1#
Kuznetsov wants to stand but Del Bosque is controlling the position. #ES2#
Kuznetsov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Del Bosque has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Del Bosque 's eye. #CUT2#
It looks like Severo Del Bosque has been cut.
Del Bosque goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kuznetsov prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Severo Del Bosque. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Del Bosque goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Del Bosque tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Del Bosque controls the action.
Del Bosque tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Del Bosque working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Del Bosque misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kuznetsov with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov trying to stall but Del Bosque improves his position.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov stops a takedown attempt from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kuznetsov controlling the action here for a moment.
Kuznetsov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Del Bosque up against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries a body shot but Del Bosque blocks it.
Del Bosque throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with some punches.
#T3#
Del Bosque tries to pull guard but Kuznetsov holds him up against the cage and eventually Del Bosque drops back down to his feet.
Del Bosque misses with a punch on the inside.
Del Bosque scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Del Bosque blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Del Bosque is defending well for now.
Del Bosque cracks Kuznetsov with a nice body shot.
Del Bosque misses with some punches.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Del Bosque takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov lands a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Del Bosque is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov is looking to control Del Bosque's arms but Del Bosque gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kuznetsov has his back to the cage.
Del Bosque tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Del Bosque letting Kuznetsov take a breather here.
Del Bosque is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kuznetsov pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T4#
Del Bosque letting Kuznetsov take a breather here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Good body shot from Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Del Bosque or not.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov stalls.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Del Bosque lands a shot to the body.#TD#
Del Bosque drags the fight down to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Del Bosque has his foot on Kuznetsov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kuznetsov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Del Bosque looking for subs off his back but Kuznetsov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU2#
Kuznetsov decides to stand and escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Severo Del Bosque's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Del Bosque loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Del Bosque checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Del Bosque takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Del Bosque avoids a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov takes one on the button.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Del Bosque was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Del Bosque connects with the punch.
Del Bosque moves out of range of the body kick from Kuznetsov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Del Bosque swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good shot there by Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Del Bosque throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Kuznetsov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Del Bosque uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kuznetsov's waist but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Del Bosque off to one side.
Kuznetsov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kuznetsov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Del Bosque.
Del Bosque stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov connects with a high kick. #ROC2#
Del Bosque is rocked!
Del Bosque jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetsov throws a front kick aimed at Del Bosque's knee but Del Bosque avoids it well.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Del Bosque.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Del Bosque keeps it at a distance.
Kuznetsov scores with a kick to the body.
#T2#
Del Bosque throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Del Bosque tries to clinch but Kuznetsov is having none of it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab, jab by Kuznetsov - just one landing.
Kuznetsov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Del Bosque moves forwards but Kuznetsov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Oh Del Bosque is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Del Bosque is just out of range.#CL2#
Kuznetsov has closed the distance and engaged Del Bosque in a clinch.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A hook to the body from Kuznetsov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Del Bosque fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Del Bosque misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Del Bosque's face.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand underneath Del Bosque's ribcage. Del Bosque let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Nice body kick from Kuznetsov.
Del Bosque looks up at the clock. Bad move! Kuznetsov lands a right hand from hell, dropping Del Bosque. Kuznetsov pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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OFC 332: Lafayette vs Venom II
Date: Dec 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov checks a leg kick nicely.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Wilder avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kuznetsov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Wilder.
Wilder blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wilder.
Wilder takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wilder stalks Kuznetsov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kuznetsov's face. Kuznetsov staggers backwards, shaken.
Kuznetsov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wilder.
Wilder throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wilder is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Wilder works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Wilder gets a clinch. #BC2#
Wilder breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Wilder lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
Kuznetsov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wilder has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wilder fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wilder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilder.
Kuznetsov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Wilder lands with a nice body kick.
Kuznetsov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wilder will feel that in the morning.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
A clash of legs there as Kuznetsov blocks the low kick.
Wilder doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kuznetsov throws a combination. Wilder tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetsov.#CL#
Kuznetsov drives through and clinches with Wilder against the cage.
Wilder being controlled against the cage.#T2##BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wilder connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Kuznetsov drives through and clinches with Wilder against the cage.
Kuznetsov stalling the fight.
Wilder misses with a body punch.
Wilder is trying to push Kuznetsov away but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kuznetsov lands with a left to the head.
Wilder wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Wilder misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Wilder blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wilder misses with a punch to the body.
Wilder swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wilder tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
#T3#
Kuznetsov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wilder's efforts to push away.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wilder.
Wilder swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Our sources have told us that Kuznetsov has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Wilder struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Wilder lands with a light punch inside.
Wilder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands with a left to the head.
Wilder working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside. #CUT#
It looks like Jack Wilder has been cut.
Wilder lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wilder takes an elbow to the forehead.
Wilder misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov working Wilder over with knees to the body.
Wilder looks winded!
Wilder tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Come on Kuznetsov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T4#
Kuznetsov stalling in the clinch.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Wilder is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A knee to the head by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov stalling.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov working Wilder over with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kuznetsov connects with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Wilder controls the action.
Wilder is trying to push Kuznetsov away but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Wilder misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Wilder 's eye.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Wilder is blocking nicely.
Wilder is looking to break free of the clinch but Kuznetsov has double underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jack Wilder'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#
Wilder takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kuznetsov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wilder misses with a left hand
and Kuznetsov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Wilder.
Kuznetsov cracks Wilder with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands with a left to the head.
Wilder works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wilder.
Wilder is trying to break the clinch but Kuznetsov is controlling him.
Wilder makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
#BC2#
Wilder breaks from the clinch.
Kuznetsov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wilder can do to turn this around?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Good standup being displayed there by Wilder as he connects with a hook.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetsov.
#T1#
Wilder throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Wilder was well out of range.
Wilder tries a quick counter leg kick but Kuznetsov is wise to it.
Wilder pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range and Wilder settles back down.
Kuznetsov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wilder takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wilder just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL#
Kuznetsov rushes Wilder and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kuznetsov keeps control of Wilder as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Wilder takes a shot to the head.
Kuznetsov misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Wilder breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kuznetsov connects with a right hand. Wilder shakes it off.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A punch combination from Wilder misses.
Wilder throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Wilder scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A lazy left from Kuznetsov finds it's target.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Wilder misses with a looping right.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Wilder's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the body kick.
Wilder misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kuznetsov connects with a solid leg kick.
Kuznetsov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wilder's sensitive parts.
Kuznetsov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Wilder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wilder misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Wilder loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Kuznetsov catches Wilder with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Wilder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Wilder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Wilder manages to avoid it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Wilder is defending well for now.#T3#
A nice left hand lands by Wilder.
Wilder goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov presses Wilder against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kuznetsov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Wilder blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov scores with a knee to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kuznetsov.
Wilder working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov is working Wilder over against the cage.
Wilder goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hook to the body lands for Kuznetsov.
Wilder tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A knee to the head by Kuznetsov.
Wilder on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wilder misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Kuznetsov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilders head. #BC2#
Wilder pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A telegraphed right hand from Wilder misses the target.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Kuznetsov rushes Wilder and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Wilder scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
A shot in the inside from Wilder.
Wilder scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wilder misses with the head strike.
Wilder throws a head punch that misses.
Wilder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wilder's efforts to push away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jack Wilder's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Wilder misses with a body kick.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wilder swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It seemed like Wilder was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Wilder moves out of range.
Wilder throws a right hand that Kuznetsov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kuznetsov also avoids with ease.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Wilder.
Wilder blocks the body kick.
Good work by Kuznetsov as he checks the leg kick.
Wilder fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kuznetsov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wilder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilder pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kuznetsov lands a two punch combo.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Wilder moves out of range.
Wilder misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Wilder throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kuznetsov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wilder tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Wilder takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wilder digs a good hook to Kuznetsov's body.
Wilder throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wilder looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Wilder takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC#
Wilder is rocked!
Wilder keeps the fight on the outside.
Wilder is still on wobbly legs! Can Kuznetsov finish him?
Wilder rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kuznetsov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Wilder seems to have recovered his senses.
Wilder throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kuznetsov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Wilder sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wilder.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wilder moves away.#T2#
Wilder swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Wilder's calf.
Kuznetsov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetsov, as that shot connected.
Kuznetsov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wilder lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kuznetsov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A jab lands there for Kuznetsov.#CL2#
Wilder moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetsov.
Wilder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
#BC#
Kuznetsov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wilder throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov. #T3#
Kuznetsov lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilder backwards.
Kuznetsov lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wilder.
Wilder swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wilder working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov looking to slow down the pace here.
Wilder takes an elbow to the forehead.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Come on Kuznetsov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Wilder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wilder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wilder can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
#T4#
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Wilder throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov connects with a knee to the head.
A body shot lands from Wilder.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wilder throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wilder blocks the body kick.
Nice body punch from Wilder.
Wilder fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wilder pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wilder throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jack Wilder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A left lands for Kuznetsov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kuznetsov 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
OFC 325: Palmer vs Fjera
Date: Nov 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Coach slips under a jab.
Coach feints the counter takedown.
A slow jab from Kuznetsov misses its intended target.
Kuznetsov sizes up Coach with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Coach tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Coach throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Coach looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Coach ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Coach misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coach throws a big shot that misses.
Coach thows a leg kick but Kuznetsov checks it
enabling Kuznetsov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to Coach's midsection.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Coach staying out of range there.#T1#
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. Coach tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Coach throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A telegraphed right hand from Coach misses the target. #CL2#
Coach instigates a clinch.
A short right from Kuznetsov on the inside.
Coach working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Coach tries to pull guard but Kuznetsov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Coach wants to take the fight to the mat but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Head Coach.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Coach.
A bit of stalling here from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Coach avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kuznetsov takes an elbow to the temple. #TD2#
Coach lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Coach wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kuznetsov keeps working.
Coach throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Coach is trying to control. Kuznetsov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Coach connects with a nice short shot to Kuznetsov's temple.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
Coach looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up but Coach is controlling him
Kuznetsov is refusing to be controlled, as Coach sits in half guard.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
Coach trying to control the action but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Kuznetsov tries to kick Coach off but Coach keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Kuznetsov trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Coach takes one on the button.
Coach misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Coach appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Coach was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Coach defending well as Kuznetsov loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Coach moves out of range.
Coach on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kuznetsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab to the body
and Coach counters with a straight right hand.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice right hand.
Coach uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Coach gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL#
Coach gets tackled into the cage by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov maintains the clinch.
Kuznetsov unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T4#
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!
Coach tries to stall but Kuznetsov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Coach has Kuznetsov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kuznetsov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Coach is working for takedown but Kuznetsov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Coach is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body.
Coach avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Coach.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Coach.
Coach working aggressively here.
Coach avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Coach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Coach's defenses.
Kuznetsov lands with a light punch inside.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Coach's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Coach wants to counter with a clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him away.#CL#
Kuznetsov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Coach lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2#
Coach pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
Kuznetsov cracks a nice hook into Coach's ribs.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Coach.
Coach takes one on the button.
Coach throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to Coach's midsection.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot
and Coach counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Coach throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
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!#CL#
Kuznetsov clinches.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike.#T1#
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Coach's brow.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Coach lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Coach is trying to drag Kuznetsov to the mat but Kuznetsov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Coach creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Coach tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Coach back against the cage.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow. #TD2#
Coach pulls Kuznetsov into guard.
Coach pulls Kuznetsov in to control the position. #SU#
Kuznetsov stands up and waves to Coach to follow him.
Coach misses with a right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Coach scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kuznetsov in his tracks.
Coach throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Kuznetsov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Kuznetsov connects with a solid 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!
Coach scores with a jab.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Coach moves away.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Coach looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Coach avoids the punch easily.
Coach throws a chopping leg kick but Kuznetsov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kuznetsov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Coach takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Coach tries to bum rush Kuznetsov with a series of wild strikes but Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kuznetsov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kuznetsov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Coach paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Coach explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kuznetsov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Coach takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3#
Coach walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Coach circles away.
Coach looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kuznetsov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Coach fails with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses
and Coach counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov thuds a left hand into Coach's body.
Kuznetsov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Coach throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Coach moves into the clinch successfully.
Coach takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kuznetsov taking a breather. #T4#
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#TD2#
Coach jumps into guard, dragging Kuznetsov to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Kuznetsov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Kuznetsov thows a leg kick but Coach checks it
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Coach pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kuznetsov back to the cage. Coach follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Coach misses with an uppercut
and Kuznetsov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kuznetsov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Coach.
Coach misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov thuds his shin into the meat of Coach's side.
Kuznetsov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Coach ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slow jab from Coach misses its intended target.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Coach ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Kuznetsov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that misses.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Sloppy strikes from Coach. Those never looked like landing.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov lands a head kick!
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Coach circles away.
Coach avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch
and Coach counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Coach.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Coach.
Kuznetsov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Coach can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coach swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kuznetsov.#CL2#
Coach takes the fight into the clinch.
Coach tries to pull guard but Kuznetsov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Kuznetsov pushes off an throws an elbow but Coach leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Good body shot from Kuznetsov.
#T1#
Kuznetsov looking to slow down the pace here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Coach dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Kuznetsov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Coach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Coach blocks with his arms.
Coach lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Coach's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Coach crunches a lovely knee into Kuznetsov's ribcage.
Coach misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Coach is trying to pull guard but Kuznetsov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Coach lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Coach gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Coach trying to control but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Head Coach has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but Coach is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Coach from controlling successfully.
Coach stops Kuznetsov from standing up.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Coach from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3#
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kuznetsov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Coach takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Coach throws a right hand that Kuznetsov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kuznetsov also avoids with ease.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kuznetsov throws an overhand right that lands on Coach's shoulder, as Coach tries to avoid the shot.
Donk. Kuznetsov catches Coach right on the button with a cross.
Coach scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick
and Coach counters with a two punch combo.
Coach looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Coach misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
#T4#
Kuznetsov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Coach is avoiding it.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Coach keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Coach slips under a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Coach! But no joy.
Kuznetsov throws an off balance right hand
and Coach counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuznetsov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Head Coach has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A shot to the body from Kuznetsov misses #CL2#
and Coach counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
Coach fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Head Coach.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
OFC 322: BK vs Loveladdy II
Date: Nov 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Urai with a nice cross.
Urai moves out of range as Kuznetsov throws a body kick.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Urai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kuznetsov stuffs the takedown.
Kuznetsov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kuznetsov closes the distance but Urai moves to the side
and Urai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Urai on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urai misses with the body kick
and Urai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetsov lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#
It looks like Sam Urai has been cut.
Urai 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice straight punches there by Kuznetsov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Urai was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Urai uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Urai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Urai.
Kuznetsov lands with a shot to the body.
Urai checks the leg kick nicely there.
Urai keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov tries a low kick but Urai avoids it.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Urai.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Urai.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Urai manages to avoid it.
Urai slips a jab from Kuznetsov.
Nice defenses there by Urai.
Urai pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Urai misses with a low kick.
Urai avoids a kick to the body.
Urai throws out a counter right but Kuznetsov avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Kuznetsov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Urai avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Urai's head but Urai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Urai avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Urai loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Urai strikes.
Kuznetsov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Urai lands a nice looking body kick.
Urai misses with a looping right.
Kuznetsov throws a poor cross that misses
and Urai counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kuznetsov lands the left hand.
Kuznetsov lunges at Urai with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Urai's hand. #T3#
Kuznetsov scores with a nice strike.
Urai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Urai bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Urai manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Urai follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Urai lands with a shot to the body.
Urai throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and Kuznetsov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Urai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Urai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Urai is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kuznetsov obliges.
Urai wants to stall.
Urai takes an elbow to the forehead.
Urai throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Urai misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
#T4#
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Urai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Urai.
Urai misses with a body punch.
Urai looking to slow down the pace here.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Urai blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Urai struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Urai misses with a punch to the body.
Urai lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
A shot in the inside from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A short right from Urai.
Urai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Urai on the inside.
Urai blocks the elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam Urai's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Urai.
Kuznetsov connects with a jab.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Urai.
Kuznetsov lands a body shot.
Urai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #KD2#
Urai drops Kuznetsov with a beautiful combination! Kuznetsov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Urai is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Urai connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Kuznetsov out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sam Urai!
A victorious Sam Urai 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:
OFC 318: Barca vs Camacho II
Date: Oct 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Urai avoids the punch easily.
Urai appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Urai fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the leg kick from Urai.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Urai counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Urai.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Urai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside. #CUT#
It looks like Sam Urai has been cut.
Urai missing with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Urai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Urai on the inside.
Urai takes a knee to the side of the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urai tries to land knees in the clinch but Kuznetsov avoids the damage to the body.
Urai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Urai avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Urai misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Urai lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kuznetsov or not.
Urai lands a nice elbow.
We've been informed that Urai 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.
Urai cracks Kuznetsov with a nice body shot.
Urai throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Urai.
Urai working Kuznetsov over with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Urai avoids the damage to the body.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kuznetsov tries a body shot but Urai blocks it.
Urai throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Urai presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Urai taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Urai connects with a body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetsov.#T2#
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Urai takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice uppercut there from Urai.
Kuznetsov throws a jab but it's blocked by Urai.
Urai thows a left - swing and a miss!
Urai tests Kuznetsov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Urai blocks it.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Urai takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
Kuznetsov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Urai moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Urai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Urai's ribcage but misses.
Urai appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with a kick to the body
and Urai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Urai misses with a head kick.
Urai lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Urai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Urai misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Urai blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks the body kick.
Good leg kick by Urai there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Urai scores with a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Urai wants to clinch.
Urai misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Urai misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov tried to counter with a leg kick but Urai avoided it.
Nice body kick from Kuznetsov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Urai staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urai moves away.
Kuznetsov defending well as Urai loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Urai's front leg with a kick but Urai checks it.
Urai appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov is looking to wear down Urai with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Urai misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Urai throws the kick towards the body but Kuznetsov avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Sam Urai will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Urai throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urai.
Urai appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Urai was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Urai moves away from the strike by Kuznetsov.
Urai replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kuznetsov blocks it well.
Kuznetsov throws a wild body kick that Urai sees coming a mile off.
Urai let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kuznetsov lands a high kick!
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
Urai lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut lands for Kuznetsov. That snapped Urai's head back.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Urai appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Kuznetsov as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Kuznetsov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Urai lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Urai misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow that stopped Urai in his tracks for a moment.
Sam Urai seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kuznetsov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Urai pushes off an throws an elbow but Kuznetsov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nice body punch from Urai.
Kuznetsov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Urai misses with an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Urai.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Urai tries to break the clinch but Kuznetsov is controlling the position.
Urai has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kuznetsov after a bit of a struggle.
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!
Urai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kuznetsov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T2#
Kuznetsov crunches a lovely knee into Urai's ribcage.
Kuznetsov throws a head punch that misses.
Urai misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Urai lands a shoulder strike.
Urai scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Urai using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov avoids a wild elbow strike from Urai.
Kuznetsov crunches a lovely knee into Urai's ribcage.
Urai struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
Urai scores with the left hand. Kuznetsov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the head.
Kuznetsov connects with a crisp jab.
Urai moves out of range as Kuznetsov strikes.
Kuznetsov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Urai in his tracks.
A telegraphed right hand from Urai misses the target.
Kuznetsov thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Urai scores with a decent looking hook.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Urai tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination.
Urai wants to counter with a clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him away.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab to the body
and Urai counters with a nice body shot.
Urai looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Urai.
An attempted straight right counter from Kuznetsov misses the target.
Urai connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kuznetsov's hands.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Urai scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Urai misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Urai.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetsov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urai missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Urai.
A jab from Urai misses.
Kuznetsov throws a nice looking combination but Urai bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Urai scores with a kick to the midsection.
Urai misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy body shot
and Urai counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Urai's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Kuznetsov clinches with his opponent.
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 Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Kuznetsov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Kuznetsov throws a lazy uppercut
and Urai counters with a good low kick that Kuznetsov was not able to check.
Kuznetsov throws a series of punches but Urai avoids them all with ease.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Urai ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a jab but it's blocked by Urai.
And Urai responds with a good body kick, but Kuznetsov manages to step out the way in time.
Urai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Urai.
Urai loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov moves forwards but Urai connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Urai avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Urai misses with a wild body shot.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Urai misses with a combination
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice uppercut.
Urai on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Urai misses with a few strikes there.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping left.
Urai throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov scores with a push kick.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
Urai walks into a stiff left hand from Kuznetsov.
Urai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores with the left hand. Urai knows he should have avoided that one.
Urai lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T2#
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Urai moves away
and Urai counters with a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urai scores with a nice head shot.
Urai takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Urai.
Urai keeps the fight on the outside.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Urai! But no joy.
Urai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetsov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Urai wants to land a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Kuznetsov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL2#
Urai gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Urai tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Urai tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kuznetsov avoids it.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Urai's brow. #T3#
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Kuznetsov controlling the action here for a moment.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kuznetsov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Urai is keeping busy.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Urai lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Urai trying to land knees to the body.
Urai tries to score a body lock takedown but Kuznetsov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Urai stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Urai looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Urai takes an elbow to the temple.
Urai looking to throw knees to the head but Kuznetsov is blocking nicely.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
#T4#
Urai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Urai throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot to the body.
Urai takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Urai's face.
Urai tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kuznetsov avoids it.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov misses with a jab, cross combination.
A chopping leg kick lands by Urai.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Urai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Urai, right into the meat.
Urai is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks.
Kuznetsov jabs Urai right on the nose. Urai blinks but takes it well.
Kuznetsov works Urai's body with a nice hook.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab to the body
and Urai counters with an inside leg kick.
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 Alexandr Kuznetsov.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 29:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
GAMMA#664 Defoe v Verama 2
Date: Sep 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov lands the left hand.
Jeremy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Jeremy moves away and avoids it.
Jeremy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jeremy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
As Kuznetsov tries to get set, Jeremy tries to push him back and clinch up but Kuznetsov manages to avoid the attempt.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jeremy was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Jeremy throws a counter high kick but Kuznetsov was just alert enough to avoid it.
Jeremy blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy right hand. Jeremy should have avoided that one.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Jeremy.
Kuznetsov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jeremy doesn't seem bothered though.
Jeremy throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Jeremy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jeremy misses with a looping left.
Kuznetsov stuffs the takedown.
Kuznetsov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Kuznetsov. No joy for Jeremy on that attempt.
Jeremy throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Jeremy takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jeremy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kuznetsov has time to react.
Jeremy misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the body kick.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #BC2#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov misses with a lunging right hand
and Jeremy counters with a straight right hand.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jeremy misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Jeremy misses its target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jeremy throws a right hand that Kuznetsov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kuznetsov also avoids with ease.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jeremy.
Jeremy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Jeremy moves out of range.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Jeremy is avoiding it.
#T2#
A left lands for Kuznetsov.
Jeremy takes one on the button.
Jeremy throws a shot from downtown. Kuznetsov moves away and avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a series of strikes that have Jeremy backpedaling.
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jeremy.
Kuznetsov wants to land a leg kick but Jeremy is out of range.
Kuznetsov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
That kick from Jeremy tenderised Kuznetsov's leg. Kuznetsov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jeremy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kuznetsovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jeremy with a nice cross.
Jeremy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice body shot.
Jeremy misses with the combination.
Jeremy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuznetsov.
Jeremy lands a jab to the head.
#T3#
Kuznetsov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jeremy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov defending well as Jeremy loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov scores with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kuznetsov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jeremy misses with a wild body shot.
Jeremy scores with a leg kick.
Jeremy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Kuznetsov has managed to clinch.
Jeremy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Kuznetsov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jeremy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Ron Jeremy has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jeremy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Jeremy lands with a light punch inside.
Jeremy throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov crunches a lovely knee into Jeremy's ribcage.#T4#
Jeremy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jeremy lands with a right to the head.
Kuznetsov misses with some punches.
Jeremy managing to block the knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Jeremy is trying to maintain a safe position but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and turns Jeremy into the cage.
Jeremy jumps guard but Kuznetsov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ron Jeremy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jeremy scores with the left hand. Kuznetsov knows he should have avoided that one.
Jeremy connects with a body shot.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch there but Jeremy circles away.
Jeremy connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Jeremy.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ron Jeremy'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#
Jeremy misses with a body shot.
Jeremy throws a series of strikes that have Kuznetsov backpedaling.
Jeremy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kuznetsov defends well and Jeremy ends up having to push Kuznetsov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Jeremy looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kuznetsov lands a lovely overhand right.
Jeremy misses with a straight left.
Jeremy sets himself, and Kuznetsov steps forward looking for the clinch! Jeremy avoids it this time.
Jeremy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jeremy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Jeremy takes one to the chin there.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jeremy. That's going to slow Kuznetsov down.
Jeremy swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jeremy has time to react.#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Jeremy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kuznetsov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kuznetsov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jeremy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jeremy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kuznetsov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ron Jeremy is winning the standup battle so far.
Kuznetsov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jeremy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Jeremy keeps it at a distance.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Jeremy finish him?
Jeremy misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jeremy.
Jeremy throws a poor cross that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a left to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Jeremy counters with a thumping low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jeremy with a nice cross.
Kuznetsov lands a nice hook to Jeremy's body. Jeremy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Jeremy wants to land a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Jeremy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetsov.
Jeremy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetsov tries to land a body kick
enabling Jeremy to counter with a crisp jab.
Jeremy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov walks into a stiff left hand from Jeremy.
Kuznetsov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jeremy looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jeremy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jeremy throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jeremy back to the cage. Kuznetsov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kuznetsov - that will leave a mark!
Jeremy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jeremy throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jeremy.
Jeremy misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a body kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Kuznetsov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jeremy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kuznetsov tests Jeremy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kuznetsov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jeremy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jeremy scores with a one two! Kuznetsov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jeremy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jeremy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jeremy throws a body shot but no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov lunges at Jeremy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jeremy's hand.
Jeremy throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jeremy misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kuznetsov looks to land a combination but Jeremy avoids it well. #T4#
A jab from Jeremy finds it's way through Kuznetsov's defenses.
Jeremy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Jeremy breaks from the clinch.
Good exchange - Jeremy coming out on top.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jeremy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Good leg kick by Kuznetsov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Jeremy throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov missing with a left hand there. Jeremy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jeremy lands a slapping body shot.
Jeremy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Jeremy throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jeremy lands a glancing blow to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jeremy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ron Jeremy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ron Jeremy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jeremy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jeremy drops his hands momentarily and Kuznetsov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Jeremy slips the punch.
Jeremy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
An inside leg kick lands from Kuznetsov.
Jeremy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jeremy misses with a leg kick
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kuznetsov thuds his shin into the meat of Jeremy's side.
Kuznetsov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kuznetsov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jeremy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jeremy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jeremy tried to score with a low kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross. #T1#
Jeremy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jeremy punishes Kuznetsov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Jeremy.
Jeremy misses with a straight left.
Jeremy fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jeremy, right into the meat.
Nice sprawl there from Kuznetsov as Jeremy shoots in.
Jeremy checks a low kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jeremy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. Jeremy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Jeremy missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Jeremy.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jeremy.
Kuznetsov throws a front kick that sends Jeremy stumbling back into the cage.
Jeremy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kuznetsov.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Jeremy misses with a wild body shot.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot that snaps Jeremy's head back.
Kuznetsov tried to score with a low kick but Jeremy checks it.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jeremy.
Jeremy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jeremy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kuznetsov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jeremy throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jeremy.
Jeremy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov connects with an inside leg kick.
Jeremy moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kuznetsov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot.
Jeremy misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Jeremy avoids it easily.
Jeremy tries to land a front kick but Kuznetsov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Good standup being displayed there by Jeremy as he connects with a hook.
Jeremy throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Jeremy lands with a shot to the body.
Jeremy throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kuznetsov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jeremy throws out the jab.
Jeremy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Jeremy moves out of range.
Kuznetsov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jeremy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Despite the aggression on Kuznetsov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jeremy scores with a punch to the head.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jeremy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jeremy feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T4#
Kuznetsov throws a combination. Jeremy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Jeremy.
Jeremy moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Kuznetsov coming out on top.
Kuznetsov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jeremy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kuznetsov.
Jeremy throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jeremy moves away.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jeremy was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Jeremy is looking to counter punch.
Jeremy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jeremy.
Kuznetsov tries to land a front kick but Jeremy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jeremy takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Jeremy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kuznetsov circles away quickly and effectively.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kuznetsov 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
GAMMA#659 Defoe v Grigol
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Nazaryan throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazaryan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kuznetsov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nazaryan throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nazaryan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and pushes Nazaryan back into the cage.
Nazaryan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov stalling against the cage.
Nazaryan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nazaryan lands with a right to the head.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nazaryan.
Nazaryan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kuznetsov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
Nazaryan looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Nazaryan lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kuznetsov is trying to stall.
Kuznetsov misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Nazaryan cracks Kuznetsov with a nice body shot.
Nazaryan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards. #BC2#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nazaryan throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazaryan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nazaryan misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Nazaryan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nazaryan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Nazaryan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nazaryan thuds his right hand into Kuznetsov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nazaryan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nazaryan ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Nice jab there from Kuznetsov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nazaryan lands a nice shot that snaps Kuznetsov's head back.
We've been told by Nazaryan's head coaches at LOD: Contenders (Max ID290) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nazaryan throws a shot from downtown. Kuznetsov moves away and avoids it.#T2#
A jab from Nazaryan misses.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Nazaryan throws a body kick.
Kuznetsov lands the left hand.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nazaryan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Nazaryan.
Jab, jab by Nazaryan - just one landing.
A head kick misses from Nazaryan.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick as Nazaryan jumps back.
Kuznetsov lands the left hand.
Kuznetsov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nazaryan scores with the left hand. Kuznetsov knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov throws an off balance right hand
and Nazaryan counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kuznetsov's knee momentarily.#T3#
Kuznetsov throws a chopping leg kick but Nazaryan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Nazaryan finish him?
Nazaryan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
A little feinted left hand from Nazaryan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nazaryan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Nazaryan digs a good hook to Kuznetsov's body.
Nazaryan throws a big shot that misses.
Nazaryan 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.
Nazaryan is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nazaryan drops Kuznetsov with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Kuznetsov! Nazaryan dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vrej Nazaryan!
After the fight, Vrej Nazaryan 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:
GAMMA#655 Volkov v Pierno
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway misses with a straight right.
Ridgeway fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ridgeway lands a nice shot to the body.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ridgeway moves away.
Ridgeway throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Ridgeway is looking to land body kicks.
Ridgeway throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Ridgeway has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kuznetsov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Ridgeway dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kuznetsov. That did some damage!
Kuznetsov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ridgeway tries to clinch up.
Nice uppercut there from Ridgeway.
Mathew Ridgeway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Ridgeway tries to score with a low kick but Kuznetsov moves his leg out of the way.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Ridgeway's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ridgeway fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Ridgeway and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Ridgeway.
Kuznetsov stalls.
Ridgeway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ridgeway tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with an uppercut but Ridgeway uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kuznetsov just leaning against Ridgeway, taking a breather.
Ridgeway tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Ridgeway lands a body shot.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Our sources have told us that Kuznetsov has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Ridgeway lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Ridgeway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ridgeway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Ridgeway tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Ridgeway blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway lands a nice shot to the body.
Ridgeway misses with a punch to the body.
Ridgeway misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ridgeway tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ridgeway.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ridgeway dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ridgeway blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ridgeway.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway lands an uppercut.
Ridgeway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3#
Ridgeway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Ridgeway avoids the damage to the body.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that Ridgeway shrugs off.
Kuznetsov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kuznetsov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ridgeway misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
An inside leg kick from Ridgeway misses.
Kuznetsov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ridgeway takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL2#
Ridgeway closes the distance and pushes Kuznetsov back into the cage.
Ridgeway lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kuznetsov or not.
Ridgeway content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Ridgeway tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov missing with knees to the body.
Ridgeway doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ridgeway lands with a right to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ridgeway can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
#T4#
Ridgeway lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Ridgeway lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ridgeway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ridgeway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ridgeway struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Ridgeway presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Ridgeway scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ridgeway throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ridgeway stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ridgeway misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ridgeway working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ridgeway misses with a punch to the body.
Ridgeway tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mathew Ridgeway dominated that round.
That's time! Kuznetsov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Ridgeway avoids the punch easily.
Ridgeway slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway feints and then cracks Kuznetsov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kuznetsov down.
Ridgeway jabs Kuznetsov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ridgeway tries to clinch but Kuznetsov is having none of it.
Ridgeway throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Ridgeway fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway thumps Kuznetsov with a low kick.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ridgeway.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Ridgeway flicks out a counter leg kick but Kuznetsov steps away.
Ridgeway moves out of range of the leg kick from Kuznetsov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ridgeway uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ridgeway cracks the inside of Kuznetsov's front leg.
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Ridgeway moves forwards but Kuznetsov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good leg kick by Ridgeway there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ridgeway lands a nice hook to Kuznetsov's body. Kuznetsov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kuznetsov misses the jab.#T1#
Kuznetsov misses the jab.
Ridgeway fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ridgeway. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A quick step to the side and Kuznetsov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ridgeway tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ridgeway counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Ridgeway thumps Kuznetsov with a low kick.
Ridgeway scoring well with a low kick there.
Ridgeway misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ridgeway misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ridgeway wants to slow Kuznetsov down by chopping away at his legs.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ridgeway manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ridgeway punishes Kuznetsov's body with a nice straight punch.
Mathew Ridgeway seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ridgeway lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ridgeway connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice defenses there by Ridgeway.
Kuznetsov walks into a straight right hand from Ridgeway.#CL#
Kuznetsov takes the fight into the clinch. #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!
Ridgeway struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Ridgeway misses with a punch to the body.
Ridgeway swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ridgeway lands with a right to the head.
Kuznetsov lands a right hand.
Ridgeway doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ridgeway misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ridgeway struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Ridgeway lands a nice uppercut.
Ridgeway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ridgeway has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ridgeway is defending well for now.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Ridgeway lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ridgeway pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T3#
Ridgeway lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ridgeway working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ridgeway lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Ridgeway slowing the pace effectively.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ridgeway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
Ridgeway tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Ridgeway lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ridgeway tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
Ridgeway lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ridgeway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ridgeway wants to stall.
A short right from Ridgeway.
Mathew Ridgeway seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ridgeway misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Ridgeway's face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A left hand lands to the body for Ridgeway.
Ridgeway fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ridgeway misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the body.
#T4#
Kuznetsov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Ridgeway has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ridgeway lands with a left to the head.
A hook to the body from Ridgeway.
A right hand to the body from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ridgeway misses with the head strike.
Ridgeway is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kuznetsov is keeping busy.
Nice body punch from Ridgeway - that landed with a thud.
Ridgeway throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov stalling in the clinch but Ridgeway improves position.
Ridgeway struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Ridgeway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ridgeway.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Ridgeway's brow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ridgeway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway takes a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mathew Ridgeway showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ridgeway getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.
Ridgeway uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuznetsov.
Ridgeway throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Ridgeway fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ridgeway misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Ridgeway throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Ridgeway does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Ridgeway with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ridgeway stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ridgeway thuds a left hand into Kuznetsov's body.
Ridgeway ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ridgeway.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ridgeway scores with a leg kick.
Ridgeway scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Ridgeway moves out of range.
Kuznetsov swats away the attempt to clinch by Ridgeway.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Ridgeway ducked under it nicely.
Ridgeway throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kuznetsov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ridgeway. Ridgeway obviously looking to wear him down.
Ridgeway looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ridgeway throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Ridgeway.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ridgeway drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ridgeway avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A good leg kick by Ridgeway.
Some bone on bone action there as Ridgeway checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T2#
Kuznetsov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ridgeway! But no joy.
Ridgeway misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Ridgeway waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Ridgeway fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Ridgeway clinches up against the cage.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Ridgeway controls the action.
A hook to the body from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway misses with a punch on the inside.
Ridgeway misses with a punch to the body.
Ridgeway tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Ridgeway - that landed with a thud.
Ridgeway blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ridgeway blocks the elbow strike.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Ridgeway lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ridgeway is keeping busy.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ridgeway has Kuznetsov pressed against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that Ridgeway shrugs off.
Ridgeway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Ridgeway lands with a light punch inside.
Ridgeway working aggressively here.
Ridgeway blocks the elbow strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Kuznetsov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kuznetsov tries to stall but Ridgeway uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kuznetsov tries to stall but Ridgeway uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ridgeway tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ridgeway lands a body punch. #T4#
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ridgeway lands with a right to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ridgeway.
Mathew Ridgeway is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ridgeway on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ridgeway presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short body shot lands from Ridgeway as the two fighters clinch.
Ridgeway struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Ridgeway throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kuznetsov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ridgeway tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Ridgeway.
Ridgeway lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Ridgeway misses with a body punch.
Ridgeway scores with a hook to the body.
Ridgeway tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mathew Ridgeway comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ridgeway 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mathew Ridgeway!
Mathew Ridgeway thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
GAMMA#652 Sito v Emelienko
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
Ector looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Ector closes the distance and pushes Kuznetsov back into the cage.
Ector has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot to the body.
Ector takes an elbow to the forehead.
Ector has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ector working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov works on Ector's body with a couple of short punches.
Ector tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ector's elbow.
Kuznetsov is trying to stall.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Ector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ector swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ector misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuznetsov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov. #CUT2#
It looks like Kay Ector has been cut.
Kuznetsov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ector connects with a looping right hand.
Ector tests Kuznetsov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ector avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ector fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ector's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuznetsov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ector scrambles back to his feet.
Kuznetsov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ector throws out the jab.
Ector swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Kuznetsov.
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 telegraphed right hand from Ector misses the target.
Ector wants to clinch but Kuznetsov slips to the side
and Kuznetsov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ector throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ector with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kuznetsov to score with a decent uppercut.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov swats away the attempt to clinch by Ector.#T2#
Ector misses with a looping right.
Ector throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Ector sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ector moves away.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ector throws out the jab.
Kuznetsov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ector on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
A left lands for Ector.
A slow jab from Ector misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from Ector.
Ector throws a body shot but no joy.
Ector avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Ector moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ector jabs Kuznetsov right on the nose. Kuznetsov blinks but takes it well.
Ector tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kuznetsov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kuznetsov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ector misses with a body shot
letting Kuznetsov counter with a right hand. #T3##CL#
Ector instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Ector takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL#
Ector has managed to clinch.
Ector goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ector struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Ector lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Ector.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Ector working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ector tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov is looking to control Ector's arms but Ector gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kuznetsov has his back to the cage.
Ector misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4#
Kuznetsov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ector is defending well for now.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ector.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kuznetsov.
Ector can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov is working Ector over against the cage.
Ector lands a right hand.
Ector misses with a punch to the body.
Ector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position but instead, Ector has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kuznetsov into the cage.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Ector.
Ector avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Ector lands a right hand.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Ector controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
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 Kay Ector will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kay Ector's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ector lands an overhand right.
Ector darts in trying to clinch
and Kuznetsov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kuznetsov in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Kuznetsov scores with a kick to the body.
Nice cross by Kuznetsov.
Ector looks to land a combination but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kuznetsov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Ector.
Ector walks into a straight right hand from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Ector.
Kuznetsov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Ector.
Ector cracks Kuznetsov with a good jab.
Ector wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Ector sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ector tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kuznetsov manages to circle out of the way.
Ector takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ector slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Ector went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ector throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Kuznetsov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ector misses with a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov. #CL#
Ector moves into the clinch successfully.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ector fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Ector tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov lands a hook that snaps the head of Ector backwards.
Ector lands a right hand.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A body shot lands from Kuznetsov.
Ector goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Ector.
Ector misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Ector blocks with his arms.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Kuznetsov on the inside.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Ector controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Ector scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ector stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Ector's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches with his opponent.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ector.
Ector tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ector on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ector misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ector doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Ector lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ector.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Ector.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Ector. #T3#
Kuznetsov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kuznetsov trying to stall but Ector improves his position.
Ector misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ector has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ector trying to control the position but instead, Kuznetsov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ector into the cage.
Ector blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ector has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nice body punch from Kuznetsov - that landed with a thud.
Ector misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Ector escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov catches Ector with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T4#
Kuznetsov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ector looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ector throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ector fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kuznetsov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into range and clinches up with Ector.
Ector misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ector jumps guard but Kuznetsov stands there with Ector around his waist. Ector gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kuznetsov is pushing Ector up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Ector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kay Ector has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Kuznetsov is trying to maintain a safe position but Ector gets an underhook and turns Kuznetsov into the cage.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kay Ector's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov throws a looping overhand right but Ector ducks down to avoid it.
Ector misses the jab.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
A cross from Ector lands.
Ector swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Ector tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kuznetsov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ector looks to throw the jab but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Ector.
Kuznetsov throws out a counter right but Ector avoids it with no problem.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kuznetsov, right into the meat.
Ector is looking to clinch.
Ector misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab. Ector acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ector scores with a hook to the body. Kuznetsov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ector tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ector backing away here, and Kuznetsov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ector misses with a jab to the body
enabling Kuznetsov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ector dips to his left and cracks Kuznetsov with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov looks to land a left hand but Ector moved out of range nicely.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Ector throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Ector tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ector connects with a body shot.
Ector just misses with a punch to the body.
Ector takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ector throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kuznetsov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ector misses with a hook.
Kuznetsov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ector.
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Ector uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ector seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice body kick.
Kuznetsov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ector takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. Ector tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Ector tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kuznetsov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Ector's head but Ector sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Ector's ribcage but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that misses. #T2#
Ector misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov is looking for the big counter here.
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL#
Ector pushes Kuznetsov up against the cage in a clinch.
Ector blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch on the inside.
Ector lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ector misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ector is defending well for now.
Ector misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Ector can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ector creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ector's elbow.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ector avoids it.
Ector swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Ector lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov has Ector up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Ector misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ector lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ector misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ector blocks it with crossed arms.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ector.#ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Ector controlling the action here for a moment.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Ector finish him?
Ector scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Ector lands a right hand.
Ector avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
#T4#
Kuznetsov lands an elbow that stopped Ector in his tracks for a moment.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Ector misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ector lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ector fails to land.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Ector throws a head punch that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Kuznetsov fails to land.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Kuznetsov.
Ector scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Ector throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Ector blocks the elbow strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alexandr Kuznetsov.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
GAMMA#649 Defoe v Verama
Date: Jul 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Wiggin throws a wild body kick that Kuznetsov sees coming a mile off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wiggin is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wiggin moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
Wiggin misses with a jab to the body
and Kuznetsov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kuznetsov connects with a solid leg kick.
Wiggin connects with a nice looking jab.
Kuznetsov looks to land a left hand but Wiggin moved out of range nicely.
Kuznetsov slips a straight right by Wiggin.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wiggin throws a big shot that misses.
Wiggin throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Wiggin dives in and grabs Kuznetsov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov pushes down on Wiggin's head and hops out.
Nice uppercut lands for Kuznetsov. That snapped Wiggin's head back.
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!
Wiggin misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov walks into a stiff left hand from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wiggin let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Wiggin moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Wiggin.
Wiggin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wiggin connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Wiggin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wiggin throws a head kick that Kuznetsov semi-blocks.
Some wild striking there from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wiggin digs a good hook to Kuznetsov's body.
Wiggin takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kuznetsov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Wiggin misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Wiggin is trying to break the clinch but Kuznetsov is controlling him.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Wiggin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wiggin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wiggin misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wiggin lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wiggin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
Wiggin prevents a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Wiggin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Wiggin takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Wiggin manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Kuznetsov pushes Wiggin up against the cage in a clinch.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kuznetsov keeps control of Wiggin as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kuznetsov pushes Wiggin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Wiggin on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wiggin takes an elbow to the temple.
Wiggin has had enough of the clinch but Kuznetsov keeps him there for the moment.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wiggin or not.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Wiggin has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Wiggin has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kuznetsov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Wiggin can turn it around.#T3#
A right handed body shot lands from Kuznetsov.
Wiggin lands a damaging elbow.
Wiggin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Wiggin is blocking nicely.
Kuznetsov looking to slow down the pace here.
Wiggin cracks Kuznetsov with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Wiggin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Wiggin moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Wiggin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wiggin lands a nice shot to the body.
Wiggin avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wiggin misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wiggin. That did some damage!
Wiggin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wiggin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
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!
Wiggin lands a jab to Kuznetsov's midsection.#T4#
Wiggin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter the offense by Wiggin and move into the clinch.
Wiggin scores with a nice right hand.
Wiggin checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. Wiggin looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Wiggin misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wiggin throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Kuznetsov counters by moving into the clinch.
Kuznetsov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Wiggin is blocking nicely.
Wiggin lands an elbow inside.
Wiggin managing to block the knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2#
Wiggin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wiggin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Neo Wiggin.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wiggin doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Wiggin.
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 Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Wiggin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov punishes Wiggin's body with a nice straight punch.
Wiggin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wiggin takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter punch.
Wiggin throws a right hand that Kuznetsov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kuznetsov also avoids with ease.#CL#
Kuznetsov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Wiggin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wiggin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wiggin there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kuznetsov lands a front kick.
Kuznetsov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wiggin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wiggin throws a series of punches but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Kuznetsov.
Wiggin takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wiggin. #T1#
Wiggin throws a shot from downtown. Kuznetsov moves away and avoids it.
Wiggin throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wiggin misses with a straight right.
Wiggin fails with the takedown.
Wiggin digs a good body shot into Kuznetsov's ribs.
A slow jab from Wiggin misses its intended target.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Wiggin manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Neo Wiggin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Wiggin's head backwards.
Wiggin connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A slow jab from Wiggin misses its intended target.
Wiggin throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Wiggin.
Wiggin throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands with an uppercut that bounces Wiggin off the cage and back into range.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that Wiggin avoids nicely.
Wiggin throws a poor cross that misses
#CL#
and Kuznetsov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Wiggin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Wiggin misses with a kick to the body.
Wiggin throws the kick towards the body but Kuznetsov avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Kuznetsov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Wiggin, pushing him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov. #BC2#
Wiggin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov digs a good hook to Wiggin's body.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Wiggin moves out of range.
Wiggin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick as Wiggin jumps back.
Wiggin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wiggin swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov looks to land a right hand but Wiggin moved out of range.#T3#
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wiggin.
Wiggin now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Wiggin throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Wiggin scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Wiggin is trying to counter with his kicks.
Wiggin lands a nice shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Wiggin. Those never looked like landing.
Wiggin swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Wiggin misses with a few strikes there.
Kuznetsov tries to counter by clinching up but Wiggin breaks away and moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Wiggin.
Wiggin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick that knocks Wiggin off balance momentarily.
Wiggin looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wiggin misses with a head kick.
Wiggin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy. #T4##CL#
Kuznetsov clinches with his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wiggin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Wiggin blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Wiggin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov stops a takedown attempt from Wiggin.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Neo Wiggin.
Wiggin blocks the elbow strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wiggin.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kuznetsov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kuznetsov.
A short right from Wiggin on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov crunches a lovely knee into Wiggin's ribcage.
Wiggin is breathing heavily.
Kuznetsov blocks an elbow strike from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov slows down the pace here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Wiggin does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Wiggin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wiggin to score with a decent uppercut.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Wiggin circles away.
#CL#
Wiggin gets tackled into the cage by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Wiggin lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES#
Kuznetsov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Wiggin is on him like a limpet, forcing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Wiggin is trying to push Kuznetsov away but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Wiggin avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Wiggin fails to land.
Wiggin struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Wiggin blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Wiggin managing to block the knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
A short body shot lands from Kuznetsov as the two fighters clinch.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Wiggin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC2#
Wiggin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
#T1#
Wiggin scores with a hook.
Wiggin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Nice body kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wiggins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Wiggin is just out of range.
Wiggin throws a right hand that Kuznetsov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kuznetsov also avoids with ease.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wiggin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov misses the jab.
Wiggin throws a counter combo.
Kuznetsov with a jab.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but Wiggin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wiggin fails to land with a series of punches.
Wiggin plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kuznetsov lands a lovely overhand right.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.#T2#
The fighters circling - Wiggin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov stuffs the takedown attempt from Wiggin. Wiggin gets slowly back to his feet.
A slow jab from Wiggin misses its intended target.
Kuznetsov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wiggin throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov feints and then cracks Wiggin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Wiggin down.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Wiggin circles away.
Wiggin is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kuznetsov with a body shot.
Kuznetsov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kuznetsov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wiggin throws a big shot that misses.
Wiggin throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wiggin ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.#CL#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Wiggin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Wiggin lands an elbow inside that Kuznetsov shrugs off.
Kuznetsov is looking to control Wiggin's arms but Wiggin gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kuznetsov has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Wiggin breaks the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Wiggin swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking body shot.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kuznetsov tries to land a leg kick but Wiggin saw it coming and moves away.
Sloppy strikes from Wiggin. Those never looked like landing.
Wiggin misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Wiggin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wiggin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kuznetsov counters with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wiggin moves away.
Wiggin throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuznetsov. #T4#
Wiggin throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Wiggin avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
As Kuznetsov backs off Wiggin throws a huge counter combo but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it all.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wiggin.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Wiggin manages to avoid it.
Wiggin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Wiggin tries to keep at a distance but Kuznetsov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Wiggin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Wiggin misses with an elbow over the top.
Wiggin is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov is defending well.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Neo Wiggin.#TD2#
Wiggin tightens his grip and picks Kuznetsov up, before dumping him to the ground. Kuznetsov manages to land in guard. #ES#
Kuznetsov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Wiggin has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Neo Wiggin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kuznetsov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
GAMMA#643 Wolek v Sackett
Date: Jun 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Qasi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Qasi.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Qasi manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Qasi. Qasi obviously looking to wear him down.
Kuznetsov tries to score with a low kick but Qasi moves his leg out of the way.
Qasi fails to land the takedown.
Qasi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov throws a shot to the body.
Azar Qasi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Qasi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov looks to land a right hand but Qasi moved out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kuznetsov - that will leave a mark!
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Qasi was well out of range.
Qasi fails with the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sloppy strikes from Qasi. Those never looked like landing.
Qasi throws a big shot that misses.
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!
Qasi is looking to chop away at Kuznetsov's legs.
Qasi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Qasi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kuznetsov doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Qasi swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Qasi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Qasi will feel that in the morning.
The fighters circling - Qasi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Qasi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kuznetsov rather than just go for the knockout.
Kuznetsov lands a body shot.
Qasi staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Qasi throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Qasi crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kuznetsov - the referee stops the clock and Qasi gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kuznetsov. Qasi manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to the head.
Kuznetsov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Qasi will feel that in the morning.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination.
Qasi 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.
Kuznetsov throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov throws an overhand right that lands on Qasi's shoulder, as Qasi tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Qasi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Kuznetsov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Qasi throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Qasi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Qasi tries a low kick but Kuznetsov avoids it.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Qasi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kuznetsov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Qasi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Qasi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kuznetsov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kuznetsov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Qasi.
Kuznetsov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Qasi's sensitive parts.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that Qasi avoids nicely.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Qasi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A big right from Qasi misses.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Qasi avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
#T3#
The fighters circling - Qasi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Qasi looks to move away, Kuznetsov throws a big counter combo but Qasi just gets out of the way.#CL#
Kuznetsov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Qasi, pushing him back against the cage.
Qasi wants to get back to striking at distance but Kuznetsov won't allow it.
Kuznetsov looking to slow down the pace here.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Qasi blocks it.
Qasi lands a shoulder strike.
Qasi lands with a right to the head.
Qasi misses with a punch on the inside.
Qasi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Qasi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Qasi misses with a punch to the body.
Qasi tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Qasi manages to break the clinch.
Qasi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Qasi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Qasi throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Qasi connects with a body shot.
Qasi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T4#
Qasi throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Qasi bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Qasi.
A cross from Kuznetsov lands.#CL#
Kuznetsov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Qasi, pushing him back against the cage.
Qasi has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
#BC2#
Qasi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Qasi goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CL#
Qasi gets tackled into the cage by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov maintains the clinch.
Qasi wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kuznetsov trying to control the position but instead, Qasi has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kuznetsov into the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
Qasi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Qasi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Qasi wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage.
Qasi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kuznetsov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Azar Qasi will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Qasi as he connects with a hook.
Qasi connects with a body shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Qasi throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Qasi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Qasi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Qasi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Qasi throws out a powerful jab.
Kuznetsov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kuznetsov walks into a left hand.
Good exchange - Qasi coming out on top.#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A leg kick checked by Kuznetsov.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Qasi missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Qasi scores with a jab. Kuznetsov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Decent striking displayed by Kuznetsov there.
Qasi throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
An inside leg kick from Qasi misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Qasi blocks the leg kick.
Qasi avoids a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut. Qasi saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The fighters circle momentarily. Qasi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Qasi throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter punch.
Qasi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Qasi.
Qasi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Qasi takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Qasi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch there but Qasi circles away.
#T2#
Qasi motions for Kuznetsov to come forward. Qasi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Qasi misses the jab.
Kuznetsov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Qasi manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Qasi misses with a hook.
Kuznetsov defending well as Qasi loads up on a big left hand.
Qasi misses with a few strikes there.
Azar Qasi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Qasi slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Qasi throws out the jab.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuznetsov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Qasi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Qasi looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Qasi lands a right hook to the body.
#T3#
Qasi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Qasi throws a poor cross that misses
and Kuznetsov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kuznetsov throws a nice looking combination but Qasi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Qasi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Qasi throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch there but Qasi circles away.
A punch lands to the side of Qasi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Qasi misses with a lunging right hand
and Qasi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Qasi looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Qasi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a few strikes there.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Qasi blocks it.
Qasi 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.
Qasi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
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!
Qasi throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Kuznetsov counter with a right hand.
Qasi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.#T4##TD2#
Qasi is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kuznetsov's half guard.#ES#
Kuznetsov kicks Qasi off and gets back to his feet.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination.
Kuznetsov throws a looping overhand right but Qasi ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Qasi connects with the punch.
Qasi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Qasi.
Kuznetsov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Qasi.
Qasi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Qasi misses with a looping left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Qasi lands a nice hook to Kuznetsov's body. Kuznetsov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Qasi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov throws a nice head kick!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Azar Qasi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Qasi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Qasi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Qasi scores with a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Qasi moves out of range.
Qasi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Qasi - just one landing.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Qasi was well out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch
and Qasi counters with a big head kick but Kuznetsov shrugs it off.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov cracks Qasi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Qasi throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Qasi looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Qasi lands with a hook. Kuznetsov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kuznetsov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Qasi. That did some damage!
Donk. Qasi catches Kuznetsov right on the button with a cross.
Kuznetsov thuds his right hand into Qasi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Qasi is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks. #T1#
Qasi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Qasi throws a wild body kick that Kuznetsov sees coming a mile off.
Kuznetsov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Qasi misses with a body shot.
Qasi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Qasi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range and Qasi settles back down.
Kuznetsov throwing a counter right hand but Qasi manages to avoid it.
Qasi punishes Kuznetsov's body with a nice straight punch.
Qasi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Qasi throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov thuds his shin into the meat of Qasi's side.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
Qasi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Qasi takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Qasi was well out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kuznetsov!
Qasi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Qasi has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Qasi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Qasi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Qasi.#T2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Qasi.
Qasi lands with a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Qasi's front leg with a kick but Qasi checks it.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a jab to the body but Qasi is just out of range.
Kuznetsov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Qasi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Qasi throws a chopping leg kick but Kuznetsov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Qasi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kuznetsov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Qasi.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but Qasi swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Qasi misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick by Kuznetsov misses
and Qasi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kuznetsov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Qasi takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter punch.
Jab, jab by Kuznetsov - just one landing.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Qasi tries to land a front kick but Kuznetsov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.
Qasi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Qasi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Qasi throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
It looked like Kuznetsov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Qasi.
Qasi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Qasi blocks it.#TD2#
Qasi looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kuznetsov!#ES#
Kuznetsov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Qasi is avoiding it.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Qasi moves out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Qasi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Qasi throws a chopping leg kick but Kuznetsov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T4#
Qasi throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov lands a nice hook to Qasi's body. Qasi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Qasi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov tried to counter with a leg kick but Qasi avoided it.
Kuznetsov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Qasi.
Qasi throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Qasi swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Qasi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Qasi tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov scores with the left hand. Qasi knows he should have avoided that one.
Qasi throws a sloppy head kick and Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov jabs Qasi right on the nose. Qasi blinks but takes it well.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Qasi is out of range.
Qasi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Kuznetsov darts in and clinches Qasi up against the cage.
Qasi lands a shoulder strike.
Qasi throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Azar Qasi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Azar Qasi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Azar Qasi.
I've got Qasi 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
GAMMA#636 Belliveau v Hanolla
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Boma misses with a head kick.
Boma misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Boma.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy uppercut
and Boma counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boma throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetsov keeps Boma at a distance using the push kick.
Boma throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boma has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boma. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boma moves out of range of the body kick.
Boma throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice side step and Kuznetsov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Boma.
Boma has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kuznetsov.
A head kick misses from Boma.
An inside leg kick lands from Boma.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Boma strikes.
Boma staying out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boma walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kuznetsov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kuznetsov stalks Boma and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Boma's face. Boma staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
Kuznetsov throws an overhand right that lands on Boma's shoulder, as Boma tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boma throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kuznetsov! But no joy.
Boma pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boma counters with a three punch combo that has Kuznetsov backing up. Kuznetsov nods at Boma to acknowledge the strikes.
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boma counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab lands there for Boma.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Boma misses the target.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Boma has time to react.
Kuznetsov connects with a crisp jab.
Boma misses the jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Boma. Boma obviously looking to wear him down.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boma.
Boma looks to land a combination but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Boma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Boma lands with a shot to the body.
Boma swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T2#
Boma tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov tests Boma's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Boma uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Boma throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boma under the eye.
Kuznetsov cracks a nice hook into Boma's ribs.
Boma misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Kuznetsov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov 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.
Boma lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kuznetsov at a distance.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kuznetsov.
That kick from Boma tenderised Kuznetsov's leg. Kuznetsov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Boma tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Boma pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Boma.
Kuznetsov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3##CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a left hand.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kuznetsov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boma digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Boma's defenses.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#BC#
Boma escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Boma.
Boma throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Boma throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice body shot.
Boma is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Kuznetsov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov misses with the combination.
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!
Boma bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head.#T4#
Boma misses with a head kick.
Nice body kick from Kuznetsov.#CL2#
Kuznetsov has managed to clinch.
Kuznetsov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kuznetsov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Boma lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kuznetsov or not.
Kuznetsov struggles to land a body shot inside as Boma controls his hands.
A body shot lands from Boma.
#BC#
Boma manages to break the clinch.
Boma jabs Kuznetsov right on the nose. Kuznetsov blinks but takes it well.
Boma fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kuznetsov checks it well.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boma throws a shot from downtown. Kuznetsov moves away and avoids it.
Boma throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Boma lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Boma throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
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 Oscar Boma will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boma checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Good work by Kuznetsov as he checks the leg kick.
Boma throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Boma thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boma misses with a head kick.
Boma moves away from the strike by Kuznetsov.
Boma blocks a jab.
Boma misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
A nice side step and Kuznetsov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Boma feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kuznetsovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Boma ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Boma eats them both and turns towards Kuznetsov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Boma tries to keep at a distance but Kuznetsov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Boma trying to stall but Kuznetsov improves his position.
Boma throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Boma.
Boma avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
#T1#
Boma blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Boma in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#BC#
Boma pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Boma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Boma.
An inside leg kick from Kuznetsov misses.
Boma throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov fakes the leg kick and cracks Boma in the body.
Boma misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov flicks out a counter leg kick but Boma steps away.
Boma throws a right hand that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kuznetsov tried to score with a low kick but Boma checks it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Boma.
Boma blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Boma misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov lands with a slapping head kick.
Oscar Boma is winning the standup battle so far.
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#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Boma and pushes him back against the cage.
Boma content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#T2#
Kuznetsov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Boma misses with the head strike.
Boma lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Boma blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kuznetsov lands a nice uppercut.
Boma takes an elbow to the temple.
Boma working aggressively here.
#BC#
Boma's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boma was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Boma swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a good, hard body kick but Boma shrugs it off.
Boma fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Boma lands a head kick!
Kuznetsov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Boma lands a head kick. Kuznetsov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boma throws out the jab.
Boma throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.#T3#
Kuznetsov scores with a body shot.
Kuznetsov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov looks to clinch
and Boma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boma throws a lazy uppercut
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice body shot.
Kuznetsov sizes up Boma with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boma swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Boma takes a step back to recover.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Boma avoids it.
Boma was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Kuznetsov has Boma up against the cage in a clinch.
Boma on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Boma blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov gets through Boma'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!
Boma working aggressively here.
#T4#
Boma has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a damaging elbow.
Boma on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Boma lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Boma prevents a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Boma blocks with his arms.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov connects with a knee to the head.
A short left from Boma.
Kuznetsov stalling in the clinch but Boma improves position.
Kuznetsov leaning against his opponent.
Kuznetsov lands a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
#BC#
Boma escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Boma counter with a right hand.
Boma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
A jab from Boma finds it's way through Kuznetsov's defenses.
Boma lands with a nice body punch.
Boma pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kuznetsov tries to move into range but Boma moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Boma takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Boma finish him?
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov stuns Boma with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Boma keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kuznetsov defending well as Boma loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Boma sees it coming and moves out of range.
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!
Boma steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.#T1#
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Boma.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Boma plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kuznetsov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kuznetsov works Boma's body with a nice hook.
Kuznetsov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Boma tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab.
Boma thumps Kuznetsov with a low kick.
Boma takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boma lands with an uppercut that bounces Kuznetsov off the cage and back into range.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Boma.
Kuznetsov clobbers Boma with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A low kick from Kuznetsov is predictable there
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Boma throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boma takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kuznetsov lands with an uppercut that bounces Boma off the cage and back into range.
Boma misses with a straight right.
Boma scores with a jab. Kuznetsov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Boma throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Boma misses with a hook.
Kuznetsov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Boma looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Boma blocks it.
Kuznetsov feints a jab promting Boma to slip. Kuznetsov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Boma slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Boma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Boma.
Kuznetsov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Boma misses the target.
Kuznetsov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice shot by Boma.#T3#
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Boma paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A big right from Boma misses.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kuznetsov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boma walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kuznetsov.
A bone on bone clash there as Kuznetsov blocks the leg kick.
Nice cross by Boma.
Boma swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetsov.#CL2#
Kuznetsov drives through and clinches with Boma against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boma.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Boma has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Boma tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Boma back against the cage.
Boma takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boma has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
#T4#
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Boma blocks with his arms.
#BC#
Boma manages to break the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Boma moves out of range.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the leg kick from Boma.
Kuznetsov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A leg kick checked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boma takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Kuznetsov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov swings widly with a right hand
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boma moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Boma misses with an uppercut.
Boma lands a head kick. Kuznetsov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov misses with a few strikes there.
Some bone on bone action there as Kuznetsov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Boma slips under a jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Oscar Boma.
I think Boma 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Oscar Boma!
A very excited looking Oscar Boma made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
GAMMA#630 Belliveau v Rokicki
Date: Apr 29, 2017 |
#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Kuznetsov.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov swats away the attempt to clinch by Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice right hand.
An inside leg kick from Kawajiri misses.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Kawajiri attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kawajiri looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuznetsov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov tests Kawajiri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
Kawajiri just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A good leg kick by Kuznetsov. #CL2#
Kawajiri instigates a clinch. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kawajiri misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kawajiri creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow that stopped Kawajiri in his tracks for a moment.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Kawajiri avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kawajiri digs a right hand into Kuznetsov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kuznetsov's gas tank.
Kawajiri lands with a light punch inside.
Kawajiri lands with a left to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Kawajiri.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kuznetsov is stalling here.
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 elbow from Kuznetsov. #T2#
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here.
Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kawajiri scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kawajiri throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right from Kawajiri on the inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
Kawajiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kawajiri lands a body shot in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kawajiri's elbow.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
A short left from Kawajiri.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kawajiri lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Kawajiri.
#T3#
Kawajiri scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov throws a head punch that misses.
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards. #ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov lands a good knee to the midsection. Kawajiri won't want to take too many of those.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
Kawajiri struggles to land a body shot inside as Kuznetsov controls his hands.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
Kawajiri slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a front kick that sends Kawajiri stumbling back into the cage.#CL2#
Kawajiri darts in and clinches Kuznetsov up against the cage.
Kawajiri lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kawajiri.
Kawajiri avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Kawajiri working aggressively here.
Kawajiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Kuznetsov works on Kawajiri's body with a couple of short punches.
Kawajiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kawajiri avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
#BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Kawajiri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kuznetsov punishes Kawajiri's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kawajiri was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Kawajiri moves away and avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Kawajiri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Kawajiri avoids it.#CL#
Kuznetsov darts in and clinches Kawajiri up against the cage.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A hook to the body from Kuznetsov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kawajiri working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tatsuya Kawajiri will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alexandr Kuznetsov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Kawajiri gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Tatsuya Kawajiri seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kawajiri throws a leg kick
and Kuznetsov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kawajiri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kawajiri throws out a leg kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range and Kawajiri only half commits.
Kuznetsov lands a head kick. Kawajiri smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kawajiri throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kawajiri is out of range.
Kawajiri lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Kawajiri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kawajiri tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Kawajiri back against the cage.
Kawajiri digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Kawajiri 's eye.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kawajiri lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow that stopped Kawajiri in his tracks for a moment.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov pushes Kawajiri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A right hand to the body from Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kawajiri lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kawajiri.
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri takes a knee right on the jaw!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov with a knee to the head.
#ROC#
Kawajiri is rocked!
Kawajiri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kawajiri is still on wobbly legs! Can Kuznetsov finish him?
Kawajiri is working Kuznetsov over against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kuznetsov tries to stall but Kawajiri uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kawajiri's elbow.
Kawajiri seems to have recovered his senses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kawajiri creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Kawajiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kawajiri lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kawajiri fails to land.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kawajiri misses with some punches.
Kawajiri gets through Kuznetsov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Kawajiri avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kawajiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kawajiri lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kuznetsov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kawajiri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov gets through Kawajiri's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kawajiri working aggressively here.
#T3#
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the head.
Kawajiri tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Kawajiri back against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kawajiri's brow.
Kawajiri working aggressively here.
Kawajiri scores with a shoulder strike.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kuznetsov obliges.
Kawajiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kawajiri is breathing heavily.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kawajiri working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kawajiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kawajiri can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
#T4#
Kawajiri tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Tatsuya Kawajiri has been cut.
Kawajiri blocks an elbow strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good body shot from Kuznetsov.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kawajiri throws a head punch that misses.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kawajiri takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Kawajiri lands a nice uppercut.
Kawajiri misses with some punches.
Kawajiri blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
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 Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
An inside leg kick lands from Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kawajiri swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kawajiri looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Kawajiri throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kawajiri takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
A big left from Kawajiri misses.
Kawajiri tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kawajiri uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuznetsov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kawajiri moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kawajiri throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kawajiri is looking to chop away at Kuznetsov's legs. #CL2#
Kawajiri closes the distance and pushes Kuznetsov back into the cage.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1#
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
The referee calls for Kuznetsov to work.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Kawajiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kawajiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kawajiri backwards.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kawajiri blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
A short uppercut from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
A knee to the head by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kawajiri is working Kuznetsov over against the cage.
Kawajiri pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kawajiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Kawajiri controls the action.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Kawajiri's face.
Kawajiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow. #BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Kawajiri pushes Kuznetsov up against the cage in a clinch.
Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kawajiri blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kawajiri up against the cage.#T3#
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that Kawajiri shrugs off.
Kawajiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kawajiri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kawajiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Kawajiri fails to land.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Kawajiri 's eye.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4##BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Kawajiri tries to clinch up.
Kuznetsov throws a big counter combination but Kawajiri scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice straight punches there by Kuznetsov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kuznetsov.#KD#
Kuznetsov lands a big head kick that sends Kawajiri tumbling to the mat! Kuznetsov takes a step backwards and waves Kawajiri back to his feet - he wants the finish!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov lands a front kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kawajiri.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kawajiri looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.#CL#
Kuznetsov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kawajiri digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
GAMMA#626 Wolek v Donowitz
Date: Apr 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Kawajiri lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kawajiri checks the leg kick.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kawajiri takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2#
Kawajiri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kawajiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri lands a body punch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kawajiri misses with some punches.
A short right from Kawajiri on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kuznetsov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kawajiri lands a hook to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kawajiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Kawajiri tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kawajiri throws a head punch that misses.
Kawajiri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kawajiri softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kawajiri avoids a wild elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov stalling.
Kuznetsov missing with knees to the body.
Kawajiri can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Kawajiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kuznetsov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kawajiri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kuznetsov scores with a shot to the side of Kawajiri's head.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov tries a body shot but Kawajiri blocks it.
#T2#
Kawajiri misses with some punches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Kawajiri blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short right from Kawajiri.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kawajiri avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Kawajiri lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Kawajiri blocks with his arms.
Kuznetsov controlling the action here for a moment.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Kawajiri avoids the damage to the body.
Kawajiri on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kawajiri lands with a light punch inside.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Kawajiri misses with a body punch.
Kawajiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Kuznetsov landing knees to the body.
Kawajiri digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kawajiri swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Tatsuya Kawajiri has been cut.
Kawajiri tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Kawajiri back against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A bit of stalling here from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri throws a head punch that misses.
Kawajiri lands a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kawajiri takes an elbow to the temple.
Kawajiri can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Kawajiri's face.
#BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4##CL2#
Kawajiri drives through and clinches with Kuznetsov against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kawajiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kawajiri managing to block the knees to the body from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kawajiri softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kawajiri doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kawajiri fails to land.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kawajiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov missing with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kawajiri is defending well for now.
Kawajiri lands with a right to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tatsuya Kawajiri will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tatsuya Kawajiri's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kawajiri goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kawajiri throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov lands with a nice combination. Kawajiri backs away looking to recover.#CL2#
Kawajiri takes the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kawajiri misses with some punches.
Kawajiri lands a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawajiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short left from Kuznetsov. #ROC#
Kawajiri is rocked!
Kawajiri's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kawajiri is still on wobbly legs! Can Kuznetsov finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kawajiri backwards.
Kawajiri gets through Kuznetsov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kawajiri stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kawajiri pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kawajiri pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kawajiri seems to have recovered his senses.
Kawajiri avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
#T1#
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Kuznetsov has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Kawajiri fails to land.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Kawajiri.
Kawajiri tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Kawajiri back against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kawajiri uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A left and a right from Kawajiri both land. Nice combination.
Kawajiri lands the left hand.
Kawajiri tries to clinch but Kuznetsov moves out of range. #CL2#
Kawajiri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kawajiri lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Good body shot from Kawajiri.
Kuznetsov is trying to stall.
Kawajiri misses with a body punch.
Kawajiri lands with a light punch inside.
Kawajiri throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov scores with a knee to the head.
Kawajiri misses with some punches.
Tatsuya Kawajiri seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Kuznetsov gets tackled into the cage by Kawajiri. Kawajiri maintains the clinch. #T3#
Kuznetsov misses with the head strike.
#BC#
Kuznetsov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Kawajiri avoids it.
Kawajiri slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kawajiri scores with a jab.#CL2#
Kawajiri moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kuznetsov fails to land.
Kawajiri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Kawajiri letting Kuznetsov take a breather here.
Kuznetsov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kawajiri up against the cage.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Kuznetsov for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Kawajiri working aggressively here.
Kawajiri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kawajiri lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
Kuznetsov with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
Kawajiri misses with the head strike.
Kawajiri misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov is trying to break the clinch but Kawajiri is controlling him.
A short body shot lands from Kawajiri as the two fighters clinch.
Kawajiri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kawajiri lands a left hand.
Kuznetsov just leaning against Kawajiri, taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kawajiri.
Kawajiri misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short uppercut from Kawajiri.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kawajiri misses with a punch on the inside.
Kawajiri misses with a punch to the body.
Kawajiri lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov crunches a lovely knee into Kawajiri's ribcage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Tatsuya Kawajiri will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Tatsuya Kawajiri's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Kawajiri takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kawajiri pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range and Kawajiri settles back down.
Kawajiri wants to clinch.
Kawajiri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kawajiri looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kawajiri looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Kuznetsov connects with a high kick.
Kawajiri steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kawajiri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a nice looking combination but Kawajiri bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kawajiri throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kuznetsov lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov scores with a decent looking hook.
Kuznetsov misses with a kick to the body
and Kawajiri counters with a left and a right that stings Kuznetsov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kawajiri gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
A combination from Kawajiri does no damage.
Kuznetsov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kawajiri scores with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kawajiri lands with a shot to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Kawajiri as he connects with a hook.
Kuznetsov misses with a leg kick
and Kawajiri counters with an inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kawajiri can pounce on him.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kawajiri! But no joy.
Kuznetsov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kawajiri is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri throws a nice looking combination but Kuznetsov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov misses with a leg kick. #T2#
Kawajiri throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kawajiri is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kawajiri misses with a double jab
and Kuznetsov counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot that snaps Kawajiri's head back.
A lazy left from Kawajiri finds it's target.
Kawajiri on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Good work by Kuznetsov as he checks the leg kick.
Kawajiri lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kawajiri throws a nice looking combination but Kuznetsov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot that sends Kawajiri's belly button to the back.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Kuznetsov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A jab from Kuznetsov finds it's way through Kawajiri's defenses.
The crowd cheers as Kawajiri lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kuznetsov doesn't seem phased though.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Kawajiri.
A low kick from Kuznetsov misses
and Kawajiri counters with a leg kick.
Kawajiri slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kawajiri is out of range.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
Kawajiri throws a quick inside leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kawajiri.
A jab from Kawajiri does it's job there.
Kawajiri connects with a leg kick. Kuznetsov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
Kuznetsov gets a clinch.
Kawajiri misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kawajiri scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
Kuznetsov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri lands with a light punch inside.
A short uppercut from Kawajiri. #ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
A hook to the body from Kuznetsov.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kawajiri in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kawajiri's defenses.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but Kawajiri avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A head punch on the inside from Kawajiri fails to land.
Kawajiri blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kawajiri working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kawajiri lands a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tatsuya Kawajiri.
Well Kawajiri 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
GAMMA#620 Fjera v Jordan
Date: Mar 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Cantor misses with a series of wild punches.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Cantor.
Cantor misses with a hook
and Kuznetsov counters with a straight right hand.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cantor slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Cantor is landing a low percentage of strikes.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Cantor crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kuznetsov - the referee stops the clock and Cantor gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kuznetsov. Cantor manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Cantor will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Cantor misses with an uppercut.
Cantor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A combination from Cantor does no damage. #CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up against the cage.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stalling in the clinch from Kuznetsov.
#TD#
Cantor manages to pull guard.
Kuznetsov wants to get up but he can't break Cantor's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuznetsov won't allow Cantor to sweep him here. #T1#
Kuznetsov wants to get up but he can't break Cantor's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Kuznetsov preventing the sweep.
Kuznetsov tries to stand but Cantor is controlling from the bottom.
Cantor trying to control the position.
Cantor has a closed guard, preventing Kuznetsov from standing up.
Cantor looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Cantor lands with a cross.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Cantor moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Cantor takes an elbow to the forehead. #T2#
Cantor jumps guard but Kuznetsov stands there with Cantor around his waist. Cantor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Cantor blocks it.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kuznetsov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Cantor blocks the elbow strike.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Cantor misses with a looping left.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Cantor strikes.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Cantor strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cantor under the eye.
Cantor lands a jab to the nose.
Cantor avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores with a spinning back kick!#T3#
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cantor.
Cantor drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls and moves away.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Cantor moves out of range.
Cantor avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Cantor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov throws a front kick aimed at Cantor's knee but Cantor avoids it well.
Kuznetsov moves in looking to clinch but Cantor pushes him off.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick which misses Cantor's front leg but catches the back leg as Cantor tries to avoid it.
Cantor jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Cantor tries to keep at a distance but Kuznetsov has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Cantor was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Cantor throws an off balance right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Cantor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice shot by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cantor's sensitive parts.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cantor is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Kuznetsov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Cantor pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cantor lands a glancing blow to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
A jab from Cantor misses.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Cantor half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cantor throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Cantor keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cantor moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cantor.
Cantor misses with a left hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice uppercut.
Cantor is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov 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#
Cantor looks to throw the jab but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Cantor misses with a hook
and Kuznetsov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That kick from Kuznetsov tenderised Cantor's leg. Cantor is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
Kuznetsov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. Cantor looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Cantor blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Cantor looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
Kuznetsov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cantor on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cantor throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Cantor has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Cantor on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cantor throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Cantor throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cantor connects with a right hand. Kuznetsov shakes it off.
Cantor misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Kuznetsov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cantor throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Cantor throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Cantor.
Nice defenses there by Cantor.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into range and clinches up with Cantor.
Kuznetsov lands with a right to the head.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Cantor's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov scores with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Cantor prevents a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Cantor blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T2#
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Cantor blocks with his arms.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
Cantor throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kuznetsov moves in looking to clinch but Cantor pushes him off.
Cantor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cantor on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cantor takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cantor connects with a right hand. Kuznetsov shakes it off.
Cantor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cantor loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Cantor ducked under it nicely.
Cantor misses with a straight left.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kuznetsov. #T3#
Kuznetsov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Cantor strikes.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Cantor.
Kuznetsov defending well as Cantor loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov throws a front kick that sends Cantor stumbling back into the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with a left hand
letting Cantor counter with a right hand.
Cantor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cantor stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cantor.
Cantor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A jab from Cantor misses. #T4##CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch successfully.
Kuznetsov stalling.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kuznetsov.
Cantor blocks an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cantor backwards. #BC2#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cantor.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cantor stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov catches Cantor with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice body kick from Kuznetsov.
Nice straight punches there by Kuznetsov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kuznetsov.
Cantor thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Cantor is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Kuznetsov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A punch combination from Kuznetsov misses.
Cantor works over Kuznetsov's head and body with a nice combination.
Cantor listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cantor.
Cantor takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A jab from Cantor misses.
A slow jab from Cantor misses its intended target.
Cantor tries to bum rush Kuznetsov with a series of wild strikes but Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cantor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov cracks a nice hook into Cantor's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Cantor.
Cantor is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuznetsov thuds a left hand into Cantor's body.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Cantor moves out of range easily. #T1#
Kuznetsov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Cantor if he has to take too many more of those.
Kuznetsov tries to land a front kick but Cantor steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Cantor takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cantor misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Cantor looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Kuznetsov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kuznetsov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cantor.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Cantor takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Cantor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cantor misses with a straight left.
Cantor throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov connects with a looping right hand.
Cantor misses with an uppercut
and Kuznetsov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Cantor bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
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 cross by Cantor.
Cantor misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Cantor gets tackled into the cage by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov maintains the clinch.
Cantor blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cantor makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuznetsov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Cantor misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov leaning against his opponent.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Cantor blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
#T3#
Cantor blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kuznetsov stalling in the clinch.
Cantor will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand underneath Cantor's ribcage. Cantor let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the body.
Cantor looking for a takedown.
Cantor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Roger Cantor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cantor is trying to maintain a safe position but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and turns Cantor into the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kuznetsov 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
GAMMA#616 Fjera v Gunnar
Date: Feb 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Zombie looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Zombie misses.
Zombie misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Zombie wants to land a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick.
A big right from Zombie misses.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Zombie can pounce on him.
Zombie throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zombie.#CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and pushes Zombie back into the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow over the top.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Zombie as Kuznetsov tries to tie him up.
Kuznetsov stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov has Zombie pressed against the cage, preventing Zombie from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Zombie blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Zombie throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Zombie backwards.
A frustrated look appears on Zombie's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Zombie misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Zombie.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that Zombie shrugs off.
Kuznetsov lands a right hand.
Zombie avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Kuznetsov wants to break free but Zombie has control.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Zombie blocks it.
Kuznetsov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Zombie feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kuznetsov's calf.
Kuznetsov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kuznetsov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kuznetsov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zombie has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zombie dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Kuznetsov misses
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A combination from Zombie does no damage.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up but Zombie circles away and keeps his distance.
Zombie throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kuznetsov.
Zombie doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zombie under the eye.
Zombie tried to score with a low kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Zombie.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kuznetsov, right into the meat.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Zombie paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zombie.
Kuznetsov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Zombie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zombie displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A low kick from Kuznetsov is predictable there
and Zombie counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A telegraphed right hand from Zombie misses the target.
Kuznetsov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Zombie counters with a good low kick that Kuznetsov was not able to check.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zombie throws out the jab.
Zombie throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Zombie lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zombie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Zombie to score with a decent uppercut.
Kuznetsov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Zombie swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T4#
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Zombie moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov 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.
Zombie chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Zombie misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Zombie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zombie.
The fighters circling - Zombie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Zombie misses with a right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a slapping leg kick. #CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Zombie fails to land. #BC2#
Zombie breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Zombie lands with a hook. Kuznetsov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Zombie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Zombie swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Zombie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kuznetsov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russian Zombie will probably get the nod.
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#
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Zombie manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zombie.
Kuznetsov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kuznetsov slips a jab from Zombie.
Zombie misses with a body punch
and Kuznetsov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zombie misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov tries a low kick but Zombie avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that Zombie avoids nicely.
Zombie lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zombie closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
Kuznetsov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
Zombie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kuznetsov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Zombie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Zombie.#T1#
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kuznetsov misses with a double jab.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zombie was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Zombie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Zombie gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Zombie connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kuznetsov throws a looping overhand right but Zombie ducks down to avoid it.
Russian Zombie seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zombie walks into a straight right hand from Kuznetsov.
Zombie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zombie throws a leg kick which misses Kuznetsov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kuznetsov tries to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zombie throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
Kuznetsov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zombie manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Zombie doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Zombie throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Zombie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kuznetsov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Zombie throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Zombie's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Zombie strikes.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Zombie's ribcage but misses.
Zombie 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.
Kuznetsov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but Zombie swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Zombie raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Zombie throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Nice shot by Zombie.
Zombie turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov slips a straight right by Zombie.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Zombie is having none of it.
Zombie fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kuznetsov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Zombie scores with a shot to the body.
Zombie swinging wildly here.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Zombie's ribcage but misses.
Zombie throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Zombie walks into a straight right hand from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Zombie connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zombie takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice strike.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand right.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch
and Zombie makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kuznetsov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov lands with a kick to the temple. Zombie shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice jab there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zombie throws out the jab. #T4#
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick
and Zombie counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kuznetsov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kuznetsov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov throws an overhand right that lands on Zombie's shoulder, as Zombie tries to avoid the shot.
A little jabbing left from Zombie on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zombie bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Zombie finds it's way through Kuznetsov's defenses.
Kuznetsov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Zombie fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#KD2#
Zombie lands a big head kick that sends Kuznetsov tumbling to the mat! Zombie takes a step backwards and waves Kuznetsov back to his feet - he wants the finish!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Zombie tries a head kick but it misses.
Zombie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
A little jabbing left from Zombie on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab to the body
and Zombie counters with a big right hand! Oh Kuznetsov is in trouble here! Zombie follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russian Zombie!
Our winner, Russian Zombie, 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:
GAMMA#610 Rutten v Fjera
Date: Feb 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Daniels tries to clinch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov thuds his shin into the meat of Daniels's side.
Daniels lands a right hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Daniels moves out of range.
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Daniels connects with a solid leg kick.
Daniels tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL2#
Daniels clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Daniels.
Daniels blocks an uppercut.
Daniels has Kuznetsov pressed against the cage.
I was talking to Kuznetsov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Daniels avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daniels tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Daniels.
A nice right hand lands inside from Daniels.
Daniels lands a nice uppercut.
Daniels fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Daniels avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Daniels digs a right hand into Kuznetsov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kuznetsov's gas tank.
Daniels swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Daniels tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
A short body shot lands from Kuznetsov as the two fighters clinch.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Daniels tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
A short left from Daniels.
Kuznetsov with a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body.
Daniels has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kuznetsov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Daniels can turn it around.
Daniels tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Kuznetsov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Daniels keeps it at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daniels throws a push kick but Kuznetsov slaps the foot to one side.
Daniels throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Daniels presses Kuznetsov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daniels has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Daniels tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daniels is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Daniels blocks the elbow strike.
Daniels lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Daniels as Kuznetsov tries to tie him up.
Daniels lands a nice uppercut.
Daniels throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T3#
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Daniels blocks with his arms.
A head punch on the inside from Daniels fails to land.
Kuznetsov is leaning against Daniels and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Daniels takes an elbow to the forehead.
Daniels misses with a body punch.
Daniels swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov stalling in the clinch but Daniels improves position.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Daniels misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuznetsov wants to stall.
Daniels blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Daniels.
Daniels misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Daniels tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow. #T4#
Daniels throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Daniels content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Daniels lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daniels goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daniels makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
A nice left hand lands by Daniels.
Daniels gets through Kuznetsov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Daniels works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Daniels fails to land.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Daniels blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Daniels slowing the pace effectively.
Daniels throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Daniels tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Daniels fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Daniels dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Daniels tries to clinch there but Kuznetsov circles away.
Daniels displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuznetsov throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Daniels on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Daniels is having none of it.
Daniels throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Daniels.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch there but Daniels circles away.
#CL#
Kuznetsov clinches with his opponent.
A shot in the inside from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Daniels is blocking nicely.
Daniels misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Daniels.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daniels throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Daniels blocks the elbow strike.
Kuznetsov lands with a right to the head.
Daniels avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Daniels lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Daniels blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Daniels lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Daniels can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Daniels controls the action.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kuznetsov as Daniels tries to tie him up.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Daniels's defenses.
Daniels is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Daniels misses with a punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Kuznetsov to work.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov stalling against the cage.
Daniels blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Daniels lands with a light punch inside.
Daniels avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Kuznetsov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Daniels swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Daniels is pushing Kuznetsov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A short uppercut from Daniels.
Daniels misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daniels swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch on the inside.
Daniels misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Daniels lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Daniels avoiding damage.
Daniels lands with a right to the head. #T3#
Daniels blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Daniels scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Daniels misses with a punch on the inside.
Daniels lands with a light punch inside. #ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Daniels working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov scores a nice knee to the body.
Daniels is breathing heavily.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Daniels's brow.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Daniels lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Daniels's defenses.
Kuznetsov is struggling to control the position.
Daniels blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Daniels blocks an elbow strike.
Daniels has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Daniels.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice left hand lands by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Daniels avoids the damage to the body.
Daniels lands with a short shot to the head.
Jack Daniels seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kuznetsov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses. #T4#
Daniels throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Daniels stalls.
Kuznetsov seems to have got his legs back now.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Daniels working aggressively here.
Daniels takes a knee to the side of the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daniels.
Daniels misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kuznetsov scores with a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov pushes Daniels back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Daniels lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Daniels's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Daniels tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Daniels is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Daniels tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
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 Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov thumps Daniels with a low kick.
Daniels ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Daniels throws a leg kick
and Kuznetsov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#CL2#
Daniels closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Daniels blocks a body shot from Kuznetsov.
Daniels has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Daniels lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Daniels avoids it.
Daniels fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov blocking some punches.
Kuznetsov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daniels throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Daniels tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daniels lands with a short shot to the head.
Daniels is working Kuznetsov over against the cage.
Daniels throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Daniels lands with a right to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Daniels misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kuznetsov is trying to push Daniels away but Daniels has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Daniels is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kuznetsov is keeping busy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Daniels creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Daniels fails to land.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Daniels misses with a hook from the clinch.
Daniels works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kuznetsov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Daniels blocks it with crossed arms.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Daniels swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Daniels goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daniels misses with some punches.
Daniels misses with some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Jack Daniels seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kuznetsov digs a good hook to Daniels's body.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daniels is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
That kick from Kuznetsov tenderised Daniels's leg. Daniels is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kuznetsov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Daniels doesn't seem bothered though.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Daniels counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Daniels connects with a nice looking jab.
Daniels lands with a nice body punch.
Kuznetsov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T3#
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Daniels is out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch
and Daniels counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kuznetsov's knee momentarily.
Kuznetsov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kuznetsov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Daniels throws a series of punches but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands a right hook to the body.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the leg kick from Daniels.
Daniels lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Daniels misses.
Daniels 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.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab. Daniels acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kuznetsov misses with a body kick.
Daniels tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kuznetsov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Daniels circles away quickly and effectively.
Daniels tries to counter with a clinch but Kuznetsov shakes him off and moves away.
Daniels throws a right and a left that Kuznetsov avoids nicely. #T4#
Daniels misses with a body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Daniels throws a leg kick
and Kuznetsov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Daniels misses with the body kick
and Kuznetsov counters with a thumping low kick.
Daniels takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Daniels misses with a wild body shot.
Kuznetsov is looking to wear down Daniels with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Daniels takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Daniels momentarily.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kuznetsov throws a looping overhand right but Daniels ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut
and Daniels counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kuznetsov thinking.
Daniels moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Kuznetsov forces Daniels back against the cage and clinches.
Daniels lands a body shot. #BC#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
Daniels tries to clinch up.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Alexandr Kuznetsov.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jack Daniels!
Jack Daniels tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
GAMMA#605 Sito v Lamb
Date: Jan 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Tahuna misses with a head kick.
Tahuna sizes up Kuznetsov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kuznetsov with a jab.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Tahuna looks for the body kick but Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kuznetsov lands a front kick.#CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Tahuna scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Tahuna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov throws a push kick but Tahuna slaps the foot to one side.
Tahuna ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that Tahuna avoids nicely. #CL2#
Kuznetsov has Tahuna up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Tahuna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tahuna on the side of the head.
Tahuna staying out of range there.
Kuznetsov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Kuznetsov. That snapped Tahuna's head back.
Tahuna fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tahuna throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Tahuna walks into a straight right hand from Kuznetsov.
Tahuna is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tahuna throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Tahuna swings widly with a right hand
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice uppercut there from Tahuna.
Tahuna doesn't manage to clinch there - Kuznetsov circles away.
#CL#
Tahuna moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
Tahuna definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tahuna blocks an elbow strike.
Tahuna has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but Tahuna blocks with his arms.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the body.
Tahuna digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2##BC#
Tahuna manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tahuna moves away.
Tahuna throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kuznetsov works Tahuna's body with a nice hook.
Kuznetsov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tahuna misses with a hook.
Tahuna pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Good work by Tahuna as he checks the leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Tahuna throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Tahuna throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T3#
Tahuna throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tahuna throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Kuznetsov counter with a right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Tahuna. That snapped Kuznetsov's head back.
Kuznetsov avoids the head kick by Tahuna.
Tahuna pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tahuna misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov thuds a left hand into Tahuna's body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tahuna moves away.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but Tahuna swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tahuna.
Tahuna tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tahuna tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov connects with a crisp jab.
Tahuna misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good leg kick by Tahuna there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#CL#
Tahuna clinches with his opponent.
#T4#
Tahuna fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tahuna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tahuna takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kuznetsov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tahuna's face.
#ROC2#
Tahuna is rocked!
Good body shot from Kuznetsov.
Oh Tahuna is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov lands a big right hand that drops Tahuna! The killer instinct kicks in and Kuznetsov finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Kuznetsov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
GAMMA#600 Torres v Bryant
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Alotadik swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov scores with a body shot.
Alotadik avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Alotadik misses with an uppercut
enabling Kuznetsov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Alotadik ducked under it nicely.
Alotadik scores with a sloppy right hand. Kuznetsov should have avoided that one.
Alotadik looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kuznetsov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Alotadik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alotadik throws a low kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kuznetsov scores with a push kick.
Alotadik scores with the left hand. Kuznetsov knows he should have avoided that one.
Alotadik looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alotadik jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alotadik swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kuznetsov with a hook.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alotadik.
Alotadik loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT2#
It looks like Lik Alotadik has been cut.#T1#
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
Alotadik throws a low kick, looking for Kuznetsov's leg but Kuznetsov calmly moves out of range.
Lik Alotadik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alotadik with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Alotadik moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab lands there for Alotadik.
Alotadik swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alotadik throws a leg kick
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice body shot.
Alotadik throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alotadik.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kuznetsov.
Alotadik misses the shot to the body.
Alotadik throws a hook but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Alotadik looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kuznetsov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Alotadik's calf.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alotadik fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
Alotadik works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Alotadik goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov looks to land a right hand but Alotadik moved out of range.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Alotadik avoids it.
Alotadik takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Alotadik throws a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head but Kuznetsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alotadik connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Good leg kick by Kuznetsov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Alotadik sees it coming and moves out of range.
Alotadik throws the kick towards the body but Kuznetsov avoids it.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alotadik lands a slapping body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Alotadik slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alotadik.
A head kick misses from Alotadik.
Kuznetsov tries a quick counter leg kick but Alotadik is wise to it.
Kuznetsov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Alotadik's calf.#T3#
Alotadik jabs Kuznetsov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alotadik wants to slow Kuznetsov down by chopping away at his legs.
Kuznetsov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kuznetsov scores with a push kick.
Alotadik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Alotadik throws a push kick but Kuznetsov slaps the foot to one side.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Alotadik ducks under and follows up with a left that Alotadik also avoids with ease.
Alotadik is looking to chop away at Kuznetsov's legs.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alotadik.
Alotadik just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Alotadik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alotadik misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov misses with a few strikes there.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Alotadik misses the target.
Alotadik bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Alotadik connects with a leg kick. Kuznetsov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alotadik. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Alotadik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Alotadik misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov defending well as Alotadik loads up on a big left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov tries to score with a low kick but Alotadik moves his leg out of the way.
Alotadik connects with a single shot there.
Alotadik dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alotadik looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Alotadik lands a jab.
The fighters circling - Alotadik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy right hand. Alotadik should have avoided that one.
Alotadik looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Alotadik uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetsov.
Alotadik wants to land a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping left.
Alotadik fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kuznetsov just manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alotadik connects with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Kuznetsov.
Alotadik misses with a looping right.
Alotadik is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Alotadik tries to land a front kick but Kuznetsov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lik Alotadik dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lik Alotadik's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Kuznetsov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Alotadik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Alotadik moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kuznetsov thuds a left hand into Alotadik's body.
Alotadik fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Alotadik lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kuznetsov's sensitive parts.
Alotadik lands a head shot.#CL2#
Kuznetsov clinches up with Alotadik and pushes him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Alotadik takes an elbow to the temple.
Alotadik is trying to force a seperation but Kuznetsov has the dominant position.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alotadik misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alotadik goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov tries to work over Alotadik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Alotadik misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC#
Alotadik breaks the clinch.
Alotadik misses with a body shot.
Alotadik lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alotadik misses with a looping left.
Alotadik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Alotadik avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Alotadik half committed to a counter leg kick.
Alotadik has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Alotadik there as he acknowledges the shot.
Alotadik looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Kuznetsov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Alotadik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Alotadik ducks under and follows up with a left that Alotadik also avoids with ease.
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Alotadik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kuznetsov!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Alotadik lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Alotadik fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kuznetsov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Alotadik misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alotadik throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
A swing and a miss from Alotadik.
Kuznetsov wants to counter with a clinch but Alotadik pushes him away.
Alotadik on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
That kick from Alotadik tenderised Kuznetsov's leg. Kuznetsov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Alotadik misses with a head kick.
Kuznetsov slips a jab and a cross from Alotadik.
Alotadik lands a nice shot to the body.
Alotadik changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A good leg kick by Alotadik.
Alotadik lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kuznetsov at a distance.
Alotadik misses with a hook.
Alotadik slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Alotadik wants to land a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Alotadik crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kuznetsov - the referee stops the clock and Alotadik gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kuznetsov. Alotadik manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into range and clinches up with Alotadik.#BC#
Alotadik breaks from the clinch.
Alotadik misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Kuznetsov misses.
Alotadik misses with a hook.
Lik Alotadik is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Alotadik throws a body shot but no joy.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kuznetsov.#CL2#
Alotadik gets tackled into the cage by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov maintains the clinch.
Alotadik throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Alotadik working hard to break the clinch.
Alotadik is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kuznetsov is keeping busy.
Kuznetsov avoiding damage as Alotadik throws knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov has Alotadik pressed against the cage.
Kuznetsov continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand underneath Alotadik's ribcage. Alotadik let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kuznetsov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Alotadik is blocking nicely.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kuznetsov taking a breather.
Kuznetsov missing with knees to the body.
Kuznetsov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4#
Alotadik misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Alotadik manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Alotadik avoids it.
Alotadik 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.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Alotadik takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kuznetsov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alotadik takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov throws a front kick that sends Alotadik stumbling back into the cage.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Alotadik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alotadik appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Alotadik throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alotadik throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Alotadik connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov lands a really nice looking cross but Alotadik seems unphased.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.
Alotadik swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kuznetsov counters with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lik Alotadik's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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#
Alotadik slips under a jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alotadik will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Alotadik moves out of range easily.
Alotadik feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kuznetsovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alotadik.
A countering left hand to the body from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Alotadik shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Alotadik.
Alotadik throws a nice outside leg kick.
Alotadik staying out of range there.
Alotadik ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Alotadik misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Kuznetsov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Alotadik circles away.
#T1#
Alotadik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Alotadik.
Kuznetsov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alotadik throws a nice looking combination but Kuznetsov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov avoids the head kick by Alotadik.
A shot to the liver by Alotadik. Beautiful body shot.
Kuznetsov lands a nice hook to Alotadik's body. Alotadik takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kuznetsov throws a good cross that connects.
Alotadik misses with a wild body shot.
Alotadik throws a wild body kick that Kuznetsov sees coming a mile off.
Alotadik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Alotadik throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kuznetsov.
Alotadik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with a body kick.
As Kuznetsov backs away, Alotadik returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Alotadik throws the kick towards the body but Kuznetsov avoids it.
Kuznetsov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Alotadik can pounce on him.
Alotadik fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kuznetsov, right into the meat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Alotadik swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Kuznetsov cracks Alotadik with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kuznetsov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Alotadik moves out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kuznetsov!
Alotadik scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kuznetsov doesn't seem bothered though.
Alotadik swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Alotadik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good work by Kuznetsov as he checks the leg kick.
Alotadik fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Alotadik looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
Kuznetsov throws out a counter right but Alotadik avoids it with no problem.
Alotadik moves forwards but Kuznetsov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Alotadik just misses with a punch to the body.
Alotadik looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Alotadik throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alotadik lands a right hook to the body.
#T3#
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Good standup being displayed there by Kuznetsov as he connects with a hook.
Alotadik throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kuznetsov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Alotadik walks into a stiff left hand from Kuznetsov.
A shot to the liver by Alotadik. Beautiful body shot.
Alotadik lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Alotadik throws a low kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Alotadik misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Alotadik takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Alotadik lands a really nice looking cross but Kuznetsov seems unphased.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a fast counter high kick but Alotadik manages to duck under it in time.
Alotadik checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov pushes Alotadik away with a front kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
Alotadik throws a big shot that misses.
Kuznetsov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
Jab from Alotadik.
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alotadik. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Alotadik.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Alotadik blocks it.#CL2#
Kuznetsov has Alotadik up against the cage in a clinch.
Alotadik looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Alotadik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A frustrated look appears on Alotadik's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Alotadik's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alotadik keeps the fight on the outside.
Kuznetsov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Alotadik.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lik Alotadik showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Alotadik 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lik Alotadik!
Lik Alotadik opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
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Event:
GAMMA#595 Prado v Yount
Date: Nov 19, 2016 |
#R1#
Castro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Castro's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuznetsov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Castro scrambles back to his feet.
Castro lands a lovely overhand right.
Kuznetsov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Castro fails in his attempt to clinch.
Castro throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Castro.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Castro 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.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Castro is out of range.
Kuznetsov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Castro.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov avoids the head kick by Castro.
Kuznetsov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kuznetsov avoids the head kick by Castro.
Castro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Castro missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab from Castro.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Castro throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Castro tests Kuznetsov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Castro fakes the leg kick and cracks Kuznetsov in the body. #T1#
Castro cracks Kuznetsov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Castro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Castro's hands.
Castro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuznetsov.
Castro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kuznetsov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Castro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Castro misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov works the jab nicely.
Kuznetsov connects with a single shot there.#ROC#
Castro is rocked!
Kuznetsov moves in close and cracks Castro with a massive right hand! Castro, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Kuznetsov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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GAMMA#590 Lewis v Williams
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Burton lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kuznetsov's sensitive parts.
Kuznetsov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Good leg kick by Kuznetsov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kuznetsov is looking to land body kicks.
Burton is looking to clinch.
Burton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Burton ducks under and follows up with a left that Burton also avoids with ease.
Kuznetsov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Burton manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Burton takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A nice inside leg kick there by Burton. That's going to slow Kuznetsov down.
Burton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kuznetsov is fending him off so far but Burton persists. Nope, Kuznetsov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Burton avoids it easily.
Burton throws a low kick, looking for Kuznetsov's leg but Kuznetsov calmly moves out of range.
Kuznetsov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Burton misses with a takedown attempt - Kuznetsov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov lands a front kick.#T1#
Burton lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kuznetsov takes a step back to recover.
Burton goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Burton moves out of range.
Burton scores with a hook.
The fighters circle momentarily. Burton darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Burton cracks the inside of Kuznetsov's front leg.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov misses the body punch
and Burton makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Burton moves out of range. #TD#
Burton closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kuznetsov quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Kuznetsov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Burton keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burton misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov looking to throw knees to the head but Burton is blocking nicely.
Still in the clinch, Burton scores with a nice short uppercut.
A body shot lands from Burton.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Burton.#T2#
Burton fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scores with the left hand. Burton knows he should have avoided that one.
Burton chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Burton looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.
Burton misses with a takedown attempt - Kuznetsov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Burton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burton lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from Kuznetsov. No joy for Burton on that attempt.
Kuznetsov lands a right hook to the body.
Kuznetsov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Burton moves out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Burton moves out of range easily.
Burton throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Burton throws a front kick that sends Kuznetsov stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Burton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Burton on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Burton is looking to chop away at Kuznetsov's legs.
Burton avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kuznetsov slips a straight right by Burton.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Burton moves away and avoids it.
Burton lands a high kick!
Burton scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A head kick misses from Burton.
Burton lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov swings widly with a right hand
and Burton counters with a low kick, right behind Kuznetsov 's knee.
Kuznetsov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kuznetsov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Burton rather than just go for the knockout.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Burton.
Burton tries to counter with a takedown but Kuznetsov is quick to defend against it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Burton shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Burton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Burton in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Burton working some strikes from top position.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but Burton isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuznetsov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
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 Jack Burton will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Burton misses with a head kick.
Burton lands a nice shot that snaps Kuznetsov's head back.
Burton throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kuznetsov's waist but Kuznetsov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Burton off to one side.
Burton blocks a leg kick.
Burton throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kuznetsov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Burton lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Burton slips a jab and a cross from Kuznetsov.
Burton scores with a kick to the midsection.
Burton explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Burton scores with a kick to the midsection.
Burton pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kuznetsov is out of range and Burton 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!
Burton is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks.
Burton buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov swings widly with a right hand
and Burton counters with an inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Burton.
#T1#
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Burton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kuznetsov.
Burton looks to throw a body kick
letting Kuznetsov counter with a right hand.
Kuznetsov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Burton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Burton on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Burton moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kuznetsov looks for the body kick but Burton saw that one coming.
Burton scores with a jab to the body.
Jack Burton is winning the standup battle so far.
Burton throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kuznetsov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Burton throws a body kick that misses.
Kuznetsov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight on the outside.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Burton moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands a nice shot to the body.
A head kick from Burton lands but Kuznetsov takes it in his stride.
Kuznetsov moves out of range of the leg kick from Burton.#T2#
Burton cracks the inside of Kuznetsov's front leg.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burton throws a head kick but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Burton.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick that knocks Burton off balance momentarily.#TD#
Burton scores with a takedown into Kuznetsov's guard.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Burton from controlling successfully.
Burton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kuznetsov is keeping the position for now.
Burton postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Burton trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Burton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jack Burton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Burton stops Kuznetsov from standing up.
Burton works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Burton is trying to control. Kuznetsov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #ES2#
Kuznetsov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Burton fails with an attempt to clinch.
Burton digs a good hook to Kuznetsov's body.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut
and Burton counters with a head kick. That will keep Kuznetsov thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
The fighters circling - Kuznetsov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Burton tried to score with a low kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
Burton throws a sloppy body shot
and Kuznetsov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Burton fails in his attempt to clinch.
Burton tries to score with a low kick but Kuznetsov moves his leg out of the way.
Burton shoots in but Kuznetsov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Burton fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Burton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kuznetsov lands with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burton plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kuznetsov connects with the punch.
Burton tries to work over Kuznetsov's front leg with a kick but Kuznetsov checks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Burton dominated that second round.
That's time! Burton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burton lands a leg kick that knocks Kuznetsov off balance momentarily.
Burton finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Burton stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.
Burton lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kuznetsov cracks a nice hook into Burton's ribs.#TD#
Burton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Burton sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Burton is keen to just control but Kuznetsov is a slippery customer.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up here but Burton is controlling him well.
Burton passes to side control. #T1#
Burton controls the position.
Burton misses with the ground and pound.
Burton trying to control the action but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but Burton drags him back down.
Burton is looking to take a break and control but Kuznetsov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Burton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kuznetsov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Burton's guard! Nice work there by Kuznetsov! #SUB#
Burton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jack Burton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Burton has a closed guard, preventing Kuznetsov from standing up.
Burton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kuznetsov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T3#
Burton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Burton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kuznetsov is keeping the position for now.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Burton controlling from the top position.
Burton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but Burton isn't so interested in that idea.
Kuznetsov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at St Petersburg MMA Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Kuznetsov keeping full guard, as Burton tries to pass.
Burton trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kuznetsov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Burton can pounce on him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kuznetsov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Burton.
Burton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Burton is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kuznetsov.
Burton lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kuznetsov's sensitive parts.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Burton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Burton 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Burton!
During a confident post fight interview, Jack Burton thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
CFC 395
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Tucker misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Tucker rushes Kuznetsov and presses him up against the cage.
Tucker misses with a knee to the head.
Tucker throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov landing knees to the head.
Tucker gets through Kuznetsov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tucker is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tucker misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kuznetsov.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kuznetsov misses with some punches.
Tucker tries to stall but Kuznetsov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kuznetsov stalling.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov can't find room to land a body shot as Tucker controls the action.
Tucker blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tucker's elbow. #T1##BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight on the outside.
Kuznetsov throws a one two combo.
#CUT#
It looks like JJ Tucker has been cut.
Nice shot lands for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Tucker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tucker cracks Kuznetsov with a good jab.
Kuznetsov thows a leg kick but Tucker checks it
and Tucker counters with a nice leg kick.
Tucker scores with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tucker takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tucker.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov throws a chopping leg kick but Tucker manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tucker throws a low kick, looking for Kuznetsov's leg but Kuznetsov calmly moves out of range.
Tucker lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kuznetsov's sensitive parts.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick, looking for Tucker's leg but Tucker calmly moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tucker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tucker moves away.#T2#
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetsov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tucker is looking to score with low kicks.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Tucker moves out of range easily.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tucker throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws the kick towards the body but Tucker avoids it.
Tucker is trying to counter with his kicks.
Tucker swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tucker explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tucker throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov lands with an overhand left.
Kuznetsov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tucker is out of range.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetsov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Tucker ducked under it nicely.
Tucker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetsov. Tucker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tucker throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tucker fakes the leg kick and cracks Kuznetsov in the body.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Tucker lands a nice looking body shot.
Tucker shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kuznetsov eats them both and turns towards Tucker to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Nice jab there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Tucker flicks out a counter leg kick but Kuznetsov steps away.#CL2#
Tucker has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kuznetsov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tucker controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tucker.
Tucker lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kuznetsov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it misses.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Kuznetsov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice straight punches there by Tucker. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tucker.
Tucker attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick that is checked#KD2#
and Tucker counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kuznetsov! Tucker lets Kuznetsov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Tucker lands with a good body shot.
Oh Kuznetsov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Tucker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tucker. #KD2#
Tucker lands a big uppercut and Kuznetsov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kuznetsov looks OK. Tucker waves Kuznetsov back to his feet!
Kuznetsov bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Tucker comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Kuznetsov falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Kuznetsov was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). JJ Tucker!
JJ Tucker decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Destiny 169: Larusso VS Horigu
Date: Sep 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Hillgrund throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Hillgrund tries to work over Kuznetsov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kuznetsov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hillgrund doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov blocks a body shot from Hillgrund.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Hillgrund.
Hillgrund fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kuznetsov throws an elbow but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kuznetsov.
Hillgrund scores with a hook to the body.
Hillgrund misses with a body punch.
Hillgrund blocks the elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hillgrund misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hillgrund goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Hillgrund throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov's coach down at St Petersburg MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kuznetsov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T1#
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
Hillgrund with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kuznetsov to score with a decent uppercut.
Hillgrund tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hillgrund.
Hillgrund scores with a three punch combo!
Kuznetsov walks into a stiff left hand from Hillgrund.
Kuznetsov leaves Hillgrund with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Hillgrund looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kuznetsov is wriggling around but Hillgrund manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
#T2#
Hillgrund controlling the action here.
Kuznetsov pushes Hillgrund off looking to stand but Hillgrund dives back in and keeps control.
Hillgrund lands strikes from half guard.#SU#
Hillgrund stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Left hook, right uppercut from Hillgrund.
Kuznetsov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT2#
It looks like Harald Hillgrund has been cut.
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the head.
Hillgrund fails to land with a series of punches.
#T3#
Hillgrund rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kuznetsov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body. Hillgrund takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kuznetsov lunges at Hillgrund with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hillgrund's hand.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut. Hillgrund saw that one coming.
Hillgrund throws a big shot that misses.
A little jabbing left from Kuznetsov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Hillgrund scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Kuznetsov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Kuznetsov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hillgrund tries a head kick but it misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hillgrund is defended easily by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T4#
Hillgrund throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov blocks an uppercut.
Hillgrund doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Hillgrund closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hillgrund lands in his opponent's guard.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but Hillgrund is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hillgrund is working Kuznetsov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hillgrund passes Kuznetsov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Kuznetsov has one foot on Hillgrund's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Hillgrund sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Harald Hillgrund's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A jab lands there for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Hillgrund looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kuznetsov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hillgrund swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#KD2#
Kuznetsov drops Hillgrund with a beautiful combination! Hillgrund stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kuznetsov is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Hillgrund is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov cracks the inside of Hillgrund's front leg.
Hillgrund misses with a body shot.
As Hillgrund backs off Kuznetsov throws a huge counter combo but Hillgrund manages to avoid it all.
Hillgrund shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That kick from Kuznetsov tenderised Hillgrund's leg. Hillgrund is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Oh Hillgrund is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hillgrund tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hillgrund.
Kuznetsov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hillgrund seems to have got his legs back now.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Hillgrund lands a nice looking body shot.
Hillgrund is looking to wear down Kuznetsov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jab from Kuznetsov.
An inside leg kick lands from Kuznetsov.
Hillgrund lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuznetsov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hillgrund circles away quickly and effectively.
Kuznetsov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Kuznetsov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hillgrund.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Hillgrund is out of range.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hillgrund.
Donk. Kuznetsov catches Hillgrund right on the button with a cross.#TD#
Hillgrund bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kuznetsov is looking to get back to his feet here but Hillgrund is keeping cool and he's managed to take Kuznetsov's back.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES2#
Kuznetsov is trying to shake Hillgrund off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Hillgrund won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.
Harald Hillgrund is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Hillgrund checks it.
Hillgrund swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hillgrund looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kuznetsov looks for the body kick but Hillgrund saw that one coming.
Hillgrund misses with a body shot.
#TD#
Kuznetsov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hillgrund to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Hillgrund from controlling successfully.
Hillgrund controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand back up but Hillgrund counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Kuznetsov. #ES2#
Kuznetsov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Hillgrund is on him like a limpet, forcing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Hillgrund fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hillgrund creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Harald Hillgrund's cut is getting worse.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee strike.
#T4#
Hillgrund tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Hillgrund back against the cage.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Hillgrund takes an elbow to the temple.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Hillgrund 's eye.
Hillgrund drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kuznetsov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kuznetsov throws a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hillgrund misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Hillgrund needs to keep his hands up - Kuznetsov had a free shot at his head there.#CUT2#
Harald Hillgrund's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Hillgrund bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hillgrund ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Hillgrund misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hillgrund closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT2#
Jeez, Harald Hillgrund's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Hillgrund circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hillgrund feinted there with a counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Harald Hillgrund's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Hillgrund changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov scores with a hook to the body. Hillgrund takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#TD#
Hillgrund closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kuznetsov quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Kuznetsov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Hillgrund keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hillgrund throws a series of punches but Kuznetsov avoids them all with ease.
Kuznetsov tries to counter with a clinch but Hillgrund shakes him off and moves away.
Hillgrund misses with a kick to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to counter with a clinch but Hillgrund shakes him off and moves away.
Kuznetsov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hillgrund's head.
Hillgrund looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Hillgrund shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kuznetsov as he avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Hillgrund.
Hillgrund avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Good exchange - Kuznetsov coming out on top.#T1#
Kuznetsov lands the left hand.
Hillgrund gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Kuznetsov gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Hillgrund is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
Harald Hillgrund was interviewed post fight and said 'This is a setback, but I will bounce back from it. my eyes are still set on that title, I'll get there, you'll see!'.
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Event:
Destiny Tuesday 54
Date: Aug 09, 2016 |
#R1#
LaBeouf throws a right hand that Kuznetsov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kuznetsov also avoids with ease.#CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov struggles to land a body shot inside as LaBeouf controls his hands.
#TD2#
LaBeouf has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kuznetsov is trying to keep an underhook but LaBeouf manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand.
Kuznetsov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up but LaBeouf is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
LaBeouf slips a jab from Kuznetsov.#T1#
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. LaBeouf manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
LaBeouf feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch successfully.
LaBeouf is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kuznetsov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
LaBeouf wants to take the fight to the mat but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
LaBeouf tries to score a body lock takedown but Kuznetsov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shia LaBeouf.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
LaBeouf wants a takedown but no success here.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head.
LaBeouf tries for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks.
Kuznetsov lands a shot to the body.
LaBeouf looks winded!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kuznetsov obliges.
LaBeouf is trying to drag Kuznetsov to the mat but Kuznetsov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kuznetsov lands a hook that snaps the head of LaBeouf backwards.
LaBeouf has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov effectively controlling the action here.
LaBeouf is working for takedown but Kuznetsov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
LaBeouf can't get the takedown.
Kuznetsov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
LaBeouf has Kuznetsov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kuznetsov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
LaBeouf tries to break free but Kuznetsov pushes him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov gets underhooks to prevent LaBeouf's takedown attempt.
LaBeouf can't break the clinch.
LaBeouf is looking for a takedown.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt LaBeouf or not. #T3#
Kuznetsov lands a body punch.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov. #CUT#
It looks like Shia LaBeouf has been cut.
Kuznetsov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
LaBeouf blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kuznetsov.
LaBeouf dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
LaBeouf has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kuznetsov after a bit of a struggle.
Kuznetsov lands a left hand that snaps the head of LaBeouf backwards.
LaBeouf takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kuznetsov gets underhooks to prevent LaBeouf's takedown attempt.
LaBeouf wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
LaBeouf takes an elbow to the temple.
LaBeouf takes an elbow to the temple.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kuznetsov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
LaBeouf wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kuznetsov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T4#
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside.
Kuznetsov tries to throw a body punch but LaBeouf avoids it by throwing Kuznetsov back against the cage.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Kuznetsov - that landed with a thud.
Kuznetsov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
LaBeouf is trying to break the clinch but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage.
Kuznetsov struggles to land a body shot inside as LaBeouf controls his hands.
Kuznetsov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
LaBeouf avoids the elbow strike from Kuznetsov, against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shia LaBeouf's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kuznetsov stuns LaBeouf with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Kuznetsov has LaBeouf up against the cage in a clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards LaBeouf's brow.
LaBeouf takes a knee to the side of the body.
Kuznetsov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov digs a right hand into LaBeouf's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on LaBeouf's gas tank.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with an elbow strike.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LaBeouf has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kuznetsov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above LaBeouf 's eye.
Kuznetsov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Kuznetsov lands a right hand that snaps the head of LaBeouf backwards.
LaBeouf is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov has LaBeouf pushed against the cage.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov. #T1#
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
LaBeouf takes a knee right on the jaw!
LaBeouf is looking to break free of the clinch but Kuznetsov has double underhooks.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but LaBeouf has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that LaBeouf shrugs off.
Kuznetsov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kuznetsov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kuznetsov lands a good knee to the midsection. LaBeouf won't want to take too many of those.
Kuznetsov avoiding damage.
Kuznetsov leaning against his opponent.
Kuznetsov seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and LaBeouf avoids it.#TD2#
LaBeouf has Kuznetsov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. LaBeouf pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Kuznetsov tumbling to the mat - LaBeouf dives into Kuznetsov's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov wants to stand but LaBeouf is controlling the position. #T2##ES#
Kuznetsov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. LaBeouf has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A left hand lands to the body for Kuznetsov.
LaBeouf drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kuznetsov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
LaBeouf being controlled against the cage.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
LaBeouf is looking to break free of the clinch but Kuznetsov has double underhooks.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kuznetsov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T3#
LaBeouf has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kuznetsov after a bit of a struggle.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shia LaBeouf.
Kuznetsov unloads a knee to the mid-section. LaBeouf lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Kuznetsov cracks LaBeouf with a nice body shot.
Kuznetsov scores with a shoulder strike.
Kuznetsov scores with a shot to the side of LaBeouf's head.
LaBeouf takes a knee right on the jaw!
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kuznetsov slowing the pace effectively.
LaBeouf is trying to drag Kuznetsov to the mat but Kuznetsov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but LaBeouf has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow inside that LaBeouf shrugs off.
Kuznetsov lands a nice uppercut.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4#
LaBeouf tries for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kuznetsov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kuznetsov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. LaBeouf is defending well for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov lands with a light punch inside.
LaBeouf is trying to push Kuznetsov away but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
LaBeouf has had enough of the clinch but Kuznetsov keeps him there for the moment.
Kuznetsov tries a body shot but LaBeouf blocks it.
#BC2#
LaBeouf breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
LaBeouf swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by LaBeouf.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick
and LaBeouf counters with a series of strikes. Kuznetsov will be more careful next time no doubt.
LaBeouf misses with a two punch combination.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but LaBeouf avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shia LaBeouf's cut.
That's time! Kuznetsov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
A cross from Kuznetsov lands.
Kuznetsov connects with an inside leg kick.
LaBeouf defending well as Kuznetsov loads up on a big left hand.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but LaBeouf moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kuznetsov.
Nice body punch from Kuznetsov.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov scoring well with a low kick there.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
LaBeouf fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kuznetsov throws an off balance right hand
and LaBeouf counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kuznetsov throws a hook but LaBeouf blocks it.
LaBeouf takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.#T1#
Kuznetsov takes a swing at LaBeouf's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. LaBeouf moves away and avoids it.
LaBeouf missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A combination from LaBeouf does no damage.
LaBeouf throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
LaBeouf looks to land a body kick but Kuznetsov moved away.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but LaBeouf is having none of it.
LaBeouf is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kuznetsov misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and LaBeouf counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kuznetsov won't be happy with that.
LaBeouf misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
LaBeouf is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kuznetsov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
LaBeouf has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but LaBeouf drags him back down.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
LaBeouf creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Shia LaBeouf has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kuznetsov is trying to get back to his feet.#T3#
LaBeouf throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
LaBeouf postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB2#
LaBeouf working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
LaBeouf swings around for an armbar but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into LaBeouf's guard.
Shia LaBeouf has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alexandr Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kuznetsov wants to stand but LaBeouf has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Kuznetsov stands up from LaBeouf's guard - Kuznetsov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetsov, as that shot connected.
#T4#
LaBeouf fails with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lets loose with a powerful body kick. LaBeouf will feel that in the morning.
LaBeouf misses with a two punch combination.
Kuznetsov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch but LaBeouf swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
LaBeouf with the counter takedown but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
LaBeouf misses with a straight right.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kuznetsov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
Destiny Tuesday 52
Date: Jul 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev takes one to the chin there.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range.
Kuznetsov swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kuznetsov with a jab.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kuznetsov to score with a decent uppercut.#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov scores with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev seems to have got his legs back now.
We've been told by Bakiyev's head coaches at Miletich Xtreme Fighting Systems that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a big right hand! Oh Bakiyev is in trouble here! Kuznetsov follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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Event:
SP-ICON:Elite
Date: Jun 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Hopkins throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hopkins throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetsov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hopkins throws a head kick that misses.
Hopkins ducks right into an uppercut from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hopkins swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hopkins.
Kuznetsov looks to land a right hand but Hopkins moved out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hopkins throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kuznetsov's head.
We've been hearing reports that Hopkins has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hopkins moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hopkins scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hopkins tries a head kick but it misses.
Hopkins throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov lands a head shot.
Hopkins misses with an uppercut.
Hopkins tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov cracks Hopkins with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hopkins throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
Hopkins 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.
Kuznetsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T1#
Hopkins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Hopkins throws a sloppy head kick and Kuznetsov moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Kuznetsov has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov defending well as Hopkins loads up on a big left hand.
Ryan Hopkins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice body punch from Hopkins. #CL2#
Kuznetsov pushes Hopkins up against the cage in a clinch.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Hopkins avoids the damage to the body.
A short body shot lands from Hopkins as the two fighters clinch.
Hopkins misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hopkins tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Hopkins misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hopkins tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kuznetsov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hopkins avoids it.
Hopkins lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hopkins goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hopkins is working Kuznetsov over against the cage.#T2#
Hopkins has Kuznetsov pressed against the cage, preventing Kuznetsov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hopkins lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A short body shot lands from Hopkins as the two fighters clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hopkins. #CUT#
It looks like Alexandr Kuznetsov has been cut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kuznetsov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hopkins's brow.
Hopkins lands a left hand.
#ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Kuznetsov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Hopkins finish him?
Hopkins content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Hopkins throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Hopkins throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
Hopkins tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Hopkins back against the cage.
Hopkins dodges an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Hopkins lands with a right to the head.
Hopkins displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kuznetsov up against the cage.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Hopkins misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Hopkins softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
A short right from Hopkins on the inside.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Hopkins lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Hopkins fails to land.
Kuznetsov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#
It looks like Ryan Hopkins has been cut.
Hopkins swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Hopkins. #CL#
Hopkins moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetsov.
Hopkins misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kuznetsov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hopkins is struggling to control the position.
Hopkins scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head.
Hopkins lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hopkins digs a right hand underneath Kuznetsov's ribcage. Kuznetsov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
Nice body punch from Kuznetsov - that landed with a thud.
Hopkins lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hopkins blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Hopkins digs a right hand into Kuznetsov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kuznetsov's gas tank.
Good body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hopkins.
A short body shot lands from Hopkins as the two fighters clinch.
Kuznetsov working Hopkins over with knees to the body.
Hopkins lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hopkins working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Hopkins scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hopkins can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Hopkins lands a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Hopkins dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Hopkins's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hopkins avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hopkins misses with a head kick.
Hopkins is looking to clinch but Kuznetsov is avoiding it.
Kuznetsov connects with a single shot there.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov takes one to the chin there.
Hopkins throws a jab but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to counter with a clinch but Hopkins shakes him off and moves away.
Kuznetsov avoids the head kick by Hopkins.
Hopkins throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kuznetsov.
Hopkins tries a head kick but it misses.
Hopkins throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hopkins is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hopkins cracks Kuznetsov with an open hand slap.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov.
Hopkins scores with a body shot.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hopkins.
Donk. Hopkins catches Kuznetsov right on the button with a cross.#T1#
Hopkins throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuznetsov lands a right hook to the body.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hopkins manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hopkins swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hopkins missing with a left hand there. Kuznetsov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand right.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it.
Hopkins pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hopkins tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hopkins loads up on a big right hand but Kuznetsov slips the punch.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hopkins throws a head kick that misses.
Hopkins misses with a head kick.
Hopkins lands with a nice body punch.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Hopkins is having none of it.
Ryan Hopkins is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Kuznetsov lands a jab.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kuznetsov! But no joy.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
Hopkins throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kuznetsov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kuznetsov tries to bum rush Hopkins with a series of wild strikes but Hopkins uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A bone on bone clash there as Hopkins blocks the leg kick.
Hopkins lands a jab to Kuznetsov's midsection.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL#
Hopkins closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hopkins lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Hopkins.
Hopkins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kuznetsov can do to turn this around?
Kuznetsov is trying to maintain a safe position but Hopkins gets an underhook and turns Kuznetsov into the cage.
Hopkins tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hopkins misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here.
Hopkins is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#T3#
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch.
A lazy left from Kuznetsov finds it's target.
Hopkins takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice body punch from Hopkins.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hopkins goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Hopkins tries a head kick but it misses.
Hopkins misses with a head kick.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it.
Hopkins moves forwards but Kuznetsov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Hopkins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov cracks the inside of Hopkins's front leg.
Hopkins has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T4#
Kuznetsov wants to clinch.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Hopkins.
Kuznetsov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Hopkins fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kuznetsov, pushing him back against the cage.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins is working Kuznetsov over against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kuznetsov.
Hopkins misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hopkins's elbow.
Kuznetsov tries a knee to the head but Hopkins blocks it.
Hopkins throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kuznetsovs head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kuznetsov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hopkins.
Hopkins swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Hopkins dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Hopkins lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kuznetsov backs up against the cage.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kuznetsov.
Hopkins throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Hopkins closes the distance and clinches.
Hopkins misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kuznetsov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kuznetsov misses with a knee to the head.
Hopkins avoiding damage as Kuznetsov throws knees to the body.
Hopkins misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov lands an elbow just above Hopkins 's eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice elbow from Kuznetsov.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hopkins creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Hopkins.
Hopkins lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
Hopkins misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Hopkins working aggressively here.
Hopkins throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Hopkins tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ryan Hopkins has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hopkins dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hopkins.
Kuznetsov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov throws an elbow that misses.
Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Kuznetsov.
#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Good exchange - Hopkins coming out on top.
Hopkins scores with a head kick.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hopkins moves away.
Kuznetsov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hopkins paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Hopkins gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Hopkins.
Kuznetsov looking to slow down the pace here.
Hopkins can't find room to land a body shot as Kuznetsov controls the action.
Kuznetsov trying to land knees to the body.
Kuznetsov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Hopkins has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Hopkins makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hopkins dips a shoulder and cracks Kuznetsov with a mighty uppercut! Kuznetsov falls back against the cage and Hopkins unloads with a barrage of strikes! Kuznetsov is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Hopkins screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ryan Hopkins!
Ryan Hopkins thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
SP-ICON:Kingdom Come
Date: May 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Kuznetsov scores with a decent looking hook.
Sharp cracks Kuznetsov with an open hand slap.
Sharp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sharp.
Sharp swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Kuznetsov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice right hand.
#TD2#
Kuznetsov gets caught flat footed, as Sharp shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Kuznetsov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Sharp off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Alexandr Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sharp has a takedown stuffed.
We've been told by Kuznetsov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sharp counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuznetsov closes the distance but Sharp moves to the side
and Sharp counters with a left to the body.
Kuznetsov needs to keep his hands up - Sharp had a free shot at his head there.
Kuznetsov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sharp has his takedown stuffed
and Kuznetsov counters with a low kick, right behind Sharp 's knee.
Kuznetsov throws a combination that misses
letting Sharp counter with a right hand.
Sharp misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Kuznetsov misses the jab.
Kuznetsov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Sharp drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kuznetsov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Kuznetsov is looking to get back to his feet here but Sharp is keeping cool and he's managed to take Kuznetsov's back.
Sharp punches Kuznetsov on the ear.
Sharp controls the action.
Kuznetsov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T2#
Sharp is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Sharp wants to control but Kuznetsov is keeping busy.
Kuznetsov trying to get back to his feet but Sharp is in full control for now.
Kuznetsov has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Sharp.#SUB2#
Kuznetsov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sharp's arms.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sharp missing with strikes. #SUB2#
Sharp is looking for the choke from the back position but Kuznetsov is controlling his hands well.
Well, with Sharp on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Kuznetsov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T3#
Kuznetsov covers up after that shot from Sharp.
#SUB2#
Sharp has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Kuznetsov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sharp has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up.
Sharp is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Kuznetsov. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Sharp lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Sharp lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Kuznetsov hold on?!
Sharp scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Kuznetsov is looking for a way out. #SUB2#
Sharp tightening his grip on Kuznetsov, looking for the choke. #T4##SUB2#
Sharp looking for the RNC.
Kuznetsov trying to get back to his feet but Sharp is in full control for now.
Sharp lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Kuznetsov hold on?!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Kuznetsov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sharp's arms.
Kuznetsov is trying to get back to his feet but Sharp has full control of the position and if anything, Kuznetsov has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB2#
Sharp is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kuznetsov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sharp working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asa Sharp dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kuznetsov misses with a series of wild punches.
Sharp connects with a looping right hand.
Sharp moves out of range of the leg kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Sharp moves out of range.
Jab by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov cracks a nice hook into Sharp's ribs.
Sharp looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
As Sharp backs away, Kuznetsov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetsov, as that shot connected.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that misses
and Sharp counters with a stiff right hand.
Sharp has a takedown stuffed.
A cross from Kuznetsov lands.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sharp moves away.#T1#
Kuznetsov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sharp has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sharp looks for a takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well.
Kuznetsov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sharp fails with a takedown attempt.
Alexandr Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Asa Sharp.
Kuznetsov clobbers Sharp with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Good standup being displayed there by Sharp as he connects with a hook.
Kuznetsov lands with a right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sharp ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Sharp connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kuznetsov's hands.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kuznetsov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Sharp takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Sharp shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kuznetsov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Sharp in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sharp in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kuznetsov wants to stand up but Sharp is controlling him.
Sharp postures up in Kuznetsov's guard and throws a big left but Kuznetsov blocks it. #ES#
Kuznetsov manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Kuznetsov cracks Sharp with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kuznetsov connects with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up.#T3#
Sharp fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Sharp swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuznetsov.
Sharp appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sharp throws a right hand that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kuznetsov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD2#
Sharp fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kuznetsov sprawls well initially but Sharp persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Sharp lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sharp prevents Kuznetsov from standing back up.
Asa Sharp has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sharp is trying to control the action in half guard but Kuznetsov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sharp looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #ES#
Kuznetsov has one foot on Sharp's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sharp.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sharp scores with a jab. Kuznetsov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Sharp is having none of it. #CL#
Kuznetsov closes the distance and clinches.
Kuznetsov working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
Sharp fails with a takedown attempt.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
That kick from Kuznetsov tenderised Sharp's leg. Sharp is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kuznetsov doesn't manage to clinch there - Sharp circles away.
A lazy body kick from Kuznetsov #TD2#
and Sharp counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sharp trying to control but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom.
Sharp postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandr Kuznetsov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sharp takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter punch.
Nice body punch from Sharp.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Sharp moves away
enabling Sharp to counter with a crisp jab.
Kuznetsov scores with a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the body
and Sharp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kuznetsov misses with an uppercut.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sharp ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sharp throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Kuznetsov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Sharp gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Kuznetsov has one foot on Sharp's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T1##TD2#
Sharp scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Sharp is controlling the pace.
Sharp prevents Kuznetsov from standing back up.
Sharp sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kuznetsov defending well though.
Sharp wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kuznetsov keeps working.
Kuznetsov is looking to escape.
Kuznetsov is trying to escape back to his feet but Sharp uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Sharp is looking to take a break and control but Kuznetsov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Sharp working the body and head with strikes.
Sharp looks up at the clock and then as Kuznetsov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Sharp smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#SUB2#
Sharp working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sharp scores with a couple of short elbows.
Sharp looking to control but instead Kuznetsov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov is trying to stand.
#T3#
Kuznetsov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sharp. #SUB2#
Sharp is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kuznetsov defends it well.
Kuznetsov pushes Sharp off looking to stand but Sharp dives back in and keeps control.
Sharp is trying to control the action in half guard but Kuznetsov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #ES#
Kuznetsov kicks Sharp off and gets back to his feet.
Sharp takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sharp keeps the fight on the outside.
Sharp swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kuznetsov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kuznetsov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kuznetsov stalks Sharp and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sharp's face. Sharp staggers backwards, shaken.
Sharp uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Sharp looks to land a right hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range.#T4#
Kuznetsov scores with a nice head shot.
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!
Sharp fails with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch up but Sharp circles away and keeps his distance.
Sharp throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Sharp takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sharp takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sharp takes a jab right on the kisser.
#ROC#
Sharp is rocked!#TD2#
Sharp changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kuznetsov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Kuznetsov sneaks out the side door and pushes Sharp away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Kuznetsov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sharp dives in for a single leg takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It looked like Kuznetsov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kuznetsov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexandr Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kuznetsov 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Josh West scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexandr Kuznetsov!
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SP-ICON: The King Is Back
Date: Apr 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Esqueda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetsov.
Esqueda throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Esqueda is predictable there
and Kuznetsov counters with a stiff right hand.
Esqueda throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kuznetsov avoids a kick to the body.
Esqueda scores with a kick to the body.
Esqueda delivers a nice body kick.
Kuznetsov looks to land a left hand but Esqueda moved out of range nicely.
Esqueda throws a leg kick that misses.
Esqueda moves out of range as Kuznetsov strikes.
Esqueda lands with an uppercut that bounces Kuznetsov off the cage and back into range.
Esqueda misses with a body shot.
#TD#
Esqueda shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kuznetsov is trying to defend but Esqueda finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Esqueda stalling away here and it's allowed Kuznetsov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Esqueda trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Esqueda wants to pass the guard but Kuznetsov is keeping the position.#T1#
Esqueda content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Kuznetsov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Esqueda throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Esqueda.
Esqueda looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD2#
Kuznetsov lands a left and a right that send Esqueda crashing to the mat, dazed. Kuznetsov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Gerard Esqueda has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Esqueda tries a head kick but it misses.
Esqueda connects with a solid leg kick.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Esqueda's head but Esqueda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Esqueda connects with a body shot.
Esqueda sizes up Kuznetsov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Esqueda shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Esqueda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T2#
Esqueda throws a big shot that misses.
Esqueda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.
Alexandr Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Esqueda throws a wild body kick that Kuznetsov sees coming a mile off.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kuznetsov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuznetsov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Esqueda.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Esqueda moves out of range.
A good leg kick by Esqueda.
Esqueda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kuznetsov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Esqueda avoids it easily.
Esqueda misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Esqueda under the eye.
Kuznetsov tests Esqueda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Esqueda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good standup being displayed there by Esqueda as he connects with a hook.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses. #T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Esqueda. That's going to slow Kuznetsov down.
Esqueda misses with a body kick.
Esqueda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Esqueda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetsov wants to counter the offense by Esqueda and move into the clinch position.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Esqueda connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kuznetsov momentarily.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Esqueda is avoiding it.
Gerard Esqueda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Esqueda.
Kuznetsov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. Esqueda looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Esqueda scores with a hook to the body. Kuznetsov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Esqueda misses with a body shot.
Esqueda drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kuznetsov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Esqueda misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Esqueda cracks Kuznetsov with a good jab.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Esqueda takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Esqueda moves away.
Esqueda was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Esqueda misses with the combination.
Kuznetsov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Kuznetsov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet but Esqueda is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Kuznetsov has his feet on Esqueda's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Esqueda with a jab.
Kuznetsov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Esqueda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Esqueda throws a low kick but Kuznetsov avoids it.
Esqueda swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Esqueda keeps it at a distance.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Esqueda.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexandr Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gerard Esqueda's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Esqueda lands a nice shot to the body.
Kuznetsov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Esqueda scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Esqueda.
Esqueda scores with a body shot.
A left lands for Esqueda.
Kuznetsov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Esqueda cracks Kuznetsov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Esqueda avoids a punch combination nicely.
Esqueda lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Esqueda throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Esqueda misses with the body kick
and Kuznetsov counters with a body kick that stops Esqueda in his tracks momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Esqueda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL2#
Kuznetsov moves into the clinch.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Esqueda misses with some punches.
Kuznetsov trying to stall but Esqueda improves his position.
#T1#
Esqueda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuznetsov's elbow.
Esqueda misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Esqueda.
Esqueda lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Esqueda lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
Kuznetsov trying to stall but Esqueda improves his position.
Kuznetsov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Esqueda lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Esqueda fails to land.
Esqueda tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuznetsov missing with knees to the body.
A short right from Esqueda.
Esqueda scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Esqueda scores with a shot to the side of Kuznetsov's head. #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
Esqueda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Esqueda blocks the elbow strike.
Esqueda misses with a punch to the body.
Esqueda is trying to drag Kuznetsov to the mat but Kuznetsov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T2#
Esqueda is trying to break the clinch but Kuznetsov has him pressed against the cage.
Kuznetsov wants to stall.
Kuznetsov tries to land knees in the clinch but Esqueda avoids the damage to the body.
Esqueda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov lands a nice elbow.
Kuznetsov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Esqueda tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Esqueda tries for a takedown but Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks.
Esqueda blocks an elbow strike from Kuznetsov.
Esqueda swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Esqueda is looking to break free of the clinch but Kuznetsov has double underhooks.
Esqueda lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Esqueda is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gerard Esqueda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Esqueda clobbers Kuznetsov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Kuznetsov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Esqueda connects with a looping right hand.
Kuznetsov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Esqueda is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Esqueda lands a really nice looking cross but Kuznetsov seems unphased.
Esqueda throws a right and a left that Kuznetsov avoids nicely.
And Kuznetsov responds with a good body kick, but Esqueda manages to step out the way in time.
Gerard Esqueda is winning the standup battle so far.
Esqueda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Esqueda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It appears Esqueda was looking to counter with a kick there.
Esqueda slips a straight right by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Esqueda avoids the punch easily.
Esqueda lands with a nice combination. Kuznetsov backs away looking to recover.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Esqueda finish him?
Kuznetsov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kuznetsov seems to have recovered his senses.
Esqueda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
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!
Esqueda tries a head kick but it misses.
A left lands for Esqueda.
Esqueda thuds his right hand into Kuznetsov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Esqueda slips under a jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Esqueda avoids it easily.
And Esqueda counters with a quick kick to the body but Kuznetsov blocks it.#T4#
A jab from Esqueda does it's job there.
Kuznetsov connects with a high kick.
Kuznetsov tries to clinch but Esqueda moves out of range.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Esqueda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Esqueda connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Esqueda looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetsov is just out of range.
Esqueda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Esqueda throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Esqueda connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kuznetsov's hands.
Kuznetsov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kuznetsov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Esqueda lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Esqueda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Esqueda throws a sloppy head kick and Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Esqueda fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kuznetsov works Esqueda's body with a nice hook.
Kuznetsov misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerard Esqueda dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gerard Esqueda's cut.
That's time! Esqueda's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Esqueda lands a lovely overhand right.
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Esqueda.
Kuznetsov misses with a two punch combination.
Esqueda stuns Kuznetsov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kuznetsov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Esqueda paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Esqueda on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kuznetsov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Esqueda.
Kuznetsov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Esqueda's hands.
Esqueda cracks a nice hook into Kuznetsov's ribs.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Esqueda was well out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Esqueda moves out of range.
Kuznetsov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Good shot there by Esqueda.
Esqueda cracks Kuznetsov with an open hand slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Esqueda.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Esqueda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Esqueda somewhat.#T1#
Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Esqueda misses the jab.
Kuznetsov misses the jab.
No luck for Esqueda with that takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A slow jab from Kuznetsov misses its intended target.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Esqueda avoids it easily.
Esqueda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kuznetsov can do to turn this around?
Esqueda lands with a hook. Kuznetsov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A leg kick checked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Esqueda swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Esqueda throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kuznetsov misses with a kick to the body.
#T2#
Esqueda throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kuznetsov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Esqueda throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Esqueda.
Kuznetsov slips a jab and a cross from Esqueda.
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by Esqueda.
Esqueda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Esqueda misses with a wild combination.
Kuznetsov throws a jab but it's blocked by Esqueda.
Esqueda walks into a jab.
Esqueda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov scores with a spinning back kick!
Esqueda throws a lazy body kick
and Kuznetsov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Esqueda avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Jab, jab by Kuznetsov - just one landing.
Esqueda misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kuznetsov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Esqueda misses with a body kick.
Esqueda staying out of range there.
Esqueda throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kuznetsov dodges the punch combination from Esqueda.
A telegraphed right hand from Esqueda misses the target.
Kuznetsov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch.
Esqueda 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.
Kuznetsov loads up on a big right hand but Esqueda slips the punch.
As Kuznetsov backs away, Esqueda returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Esqueda throws out a powerful jab.
Esqueda misses with a low kick.
Esqueda shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Esqueda misses with a leg kick.
Esqueda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Esqueda throws a poor cross that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a series of strikes. Esqueda will be more careful next time no doubt. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Esqueda was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Esqueda throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov moved away.
Esqueda takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Esqueda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kuznetsov moves away.
Kuznetsov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov is looking to clinch but Esqueda is avoiding it.
Esqueda throws a jab when Kuznetsov was well out of range.
Esqueda throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Esqueda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Esqueda.
Esqueda clobbers Kuznetsov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kuznetsov scores with the left hand. Esqueda knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice body kick there by Esqueda.
Kuznetsov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kuznetsov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Esqueda throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov blocks a head kick by Esqueda.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerard Esqueda showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Esqueda 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Josh West scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gerard Esqueda!
After winning the bout, Gerard Esqueda thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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