Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: TRFC102
Date: Dec 17, 2017

#R1#
Declan throws a low kick, looking for Kruschewsky's leg but Kruschewsky calmly moves out of range.
Declan avoids the body shot from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky avoids the head kick by Declan.
Kruschewsky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Declan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kruschewsky has time to react.
Kruschewsky ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Declan moves away.
Kruschewsky slips under a jab from Declan.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kruschewsky crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Declan - the referee stops the clock and Kruschewsky gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Declan. Kruschewsky manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Declan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kruschewsky shoots in looking for a takedown. Declan tries to sprawl out of it but Kruschewsky keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Declan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Declan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kruschewsky's hands.
Declan tries a head kick but it misses.
Kruschewsky throws a shot from downtown. Declan moves away and avoids it.
Declan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Declan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruschewsky's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Declan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kruschewsky scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Declan connects with a solid leg kick.
Declan looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschewsky is just out of range.
Kruschewsky throws a shot to the body. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Declan. Kruschewsky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruschewsky takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD2#
Kruschewsky shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but Declan is blocking nicely.
Kruschewsky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Declan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but Declan is blocking nicely.
Kruschewsky missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kruschewsky lands a nice short elbow.
Kruschewsky is looking to advance position but Declan won't allow it.
Kruschewsky is stalling here. Declan is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kruschewsky seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Declan has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Declan tries to score with some ground and pound. Kruschewsky controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kruschewsky gets back to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Declan missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Declan working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kruschewsky is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Declan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Declan's back!
Kruschewsky throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Kruschewsky thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Declan covering up well under a barage of strikes. #T3#
Declan trying to control the action but Kruschewsky just sinks the hooks in.
Kruschewsky lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Declan.
Kruschewsky softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Declan tries to escape the position.
Declan covering up well under a series of strikes from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky controlling well, preventing Declan from escaping the position.
Declan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Kruschewsky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kruschewsky keeps control of the position as Declan tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Declan breaks Kruschewsky's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Kruschewsky bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Declan's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Declan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Kruschewsky escapes and throws Declan's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kruschewsky lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but Declan manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruschewsky looks to move to half guard but instead Declan has passed into mount! Damn!
Declan lands a couple of good shots and Kruschewsky has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Declan not allowing Kruschewsky to control his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Goban Declan 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#
Kruschewsky throws out a loose jab but Declan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruschewsky swings for the body but Declan moves out of range.
Declan misses with an uppercut. Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
Declan looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschewsky is just out of range.
Declan is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Declan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Declan.
Declan lands a nice shot to the body.
Kruschewsky misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Declan.
Declan tests Kruschewsky's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Declan lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice straight punches there by Kruschewsky. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kruschewsky.
Declan throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Declan throws a wild body kick that Kruschewsky sees coming a mile off.
Declan is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Declan takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Kruschewsky moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruschewsky. Declan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kruschewsky throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Declan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Declan finds it's target.
Declan misses with an uppercut. Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
Kruschewsky throws a hook but Declan blocks it.
Declan pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Kruschewsky scores with a nice head shot.
Declan misses with a body shot.
Kruschewsky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Declan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Declan throws a shot from downtown. Kruschewsky moves away and avoids it.
Declan moves out of range as Kruschewsky strikes.
Declan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Declan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kruschewsky can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Kruschewsky darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Declan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky working over Declan with some ground and pound. Declan looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
We've been hearing good reports from Declan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Declan trying to hold on to Kruschewsky's head to control him but Kruschewsky postures up.
Declan has hold of Kruschewsky's hands but Kruschewsky slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Declan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Declan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Declan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Declan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruschewsky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kruschewsky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Declan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kruschewsky manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kruschewsky 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.
Declan looking to sit in guard and control but Kruschewsky gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Declan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Kruschewsky trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kruschewsky postures up in Declan's guard and throws a big left but Declan blocks it.
Kruschewsky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kruschewsky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Declan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kruschewsky passes into half guard.
Declan holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kruschewsky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Declan gets back to full guard.
Kruschewsky cracks Declan with a solid left hand.#T4#
Kruschewsky is looking to work some ground and pound but Declan has wrist control.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kruschewsky makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kruschewsky makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Declan managing to control the position.
Kruschewsky won't allow Declan to sweep him here.
Kruschewsky postures up in Declan's guard and throws a big left but Declan blocks it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kruschewsky misses with a straight left.
Goban Declan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Kruschewsky instigates a clinch.
Declan tries to stall but Kruschewsky uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Declan misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Kruschewsky breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Declan thumps Kruschewsky with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Carlos Kruschewsky will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Declan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruschewsky cracks Declan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Declan throws a hook but Kruschewsky blocks it.
Kruschewsky keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kruschewsky looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Declan is fending him off so far but Kruschewsky persists. Nope, Declan circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Kruschewsky clinches up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Declan. #BC2#
Kruschewsky escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Declan tries to bum rush Kruschewsky with a series of wild strikes but Kruschewsky uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Declan misses with a low kick.
Kruschewsky misses with a body shot.
Good work by Kruschewsky as he checks the leg kick.
Declan delivers a nice body kick.
Declan closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruschewsky blocks a head kick by Declan.
Declan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kruschewsky misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Declan.
Kruschewsky scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kruschewsky scores with a hook.
Kruschewsky tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
A big right from Kruschewsky misses.
Kruschewsky misses the shot to the body.
Declan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Declan throws a looping overhand right but Kruschewsky ducks down to avoid it.
Kruschewsky misses with a wild body shot.
Declan cracks the inside of Kruschewsky's front leg.
Declan throws a leg kick but Kruschewsky sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Declan scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD2#
Declan gets caught napping as Kruschewsky dives in and scores a takedown. Declan manages to retain guard.
Kruschewsky content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kruschewsky postures up in Declan's guard and throws a big left but Declan blocks it.
Declan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Declan managing to control the position.
Kruschewsky postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Kruschewsky trying to control the position from guard on top but Declan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing.
Kruschewsky trying to control but Declan is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kruschewsky swings for the body but Declan moves out of range.
Declan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Declan.
Kruschewsky lands a nice looking body shot.
Kruschewsky lands a jab to the nose.
Kruschewsky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Declan manages to avoid it.
Kruschewsky connects with a jab.
Declan throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
Declan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruschewsky.
Declan cracks Kruschewsky with a good jab.
Kruschewsky misses with an uppercut. Declan saw that one coming.
Declan throws a shot from downtown. Kruschewsky moves away and avoids it.
Kruschewsky misses with a looping left.
Declan tries to land a front kick but Kruschewsky steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kruschewsky misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Declan.
Declan is looking to counter punch.
Declan lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kruschewsky's sensitive parts.
Kruschewsky looks to land a left hand but Declan moved out of range nicely.
Declan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Declan slips a straight right by Kruschewsky.
An inside leg kick lands from Declan.
Kruschewsky ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Declan moves away.
Kruschewsky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Declan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Declan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruschewsky was well out of range. Poor timing from Declan.
Kruschewsky throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Declan connects with a solid leg kick.
Kruschewsky takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Declan lands a slapping body shot.
Declan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruschewsky misses the jab.
Kruschewsky throws a looping overhand right but Declan ducks down to avoid it.
Kruschewsky takes a swing at Declan's ribcage but misses.
Declan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruschewsky loads up on a big right hand but Declan slips the punch.
Kruschewsky takes a swing at Declan's ribcage but misses.
Kruschewsky moves away from the strike by Declan.
A telegraphed right hand from Declan misses the target.
Kruschewsky walks into a left hand.
Declan throws a jab but it's blocked by Kruschewsky.
Declan slips a straight right by Kruschewsky.
Declan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kruschewsky paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kruschewsky just misses with a punch to the body.
Declan gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kruschewsky ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Declan moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Declan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Declan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.

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 Goban Declan.
I think Declan 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight for Goban Declan!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Carlos Kruschewsky!
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Goban Declan!

Goban Declan wins by split decision!
Goban Declan very nearly forgot to thank King of Fists amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: OMEGA 35
Date: May 27, 2017

#R1##KD2#
Soshnyanin lands a big head kick that sends Kruschewsky tumbling to the mat! Soshnyanin takes a step backwards and waves Kruschewsky back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Kruschewsky is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Carlos Kruschewsky has been cut.
Soshnyanin is looking to slow Kruschewsky down with leg kicks.
Oh Kruschewsky is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Soshnyanin has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kruschewsky is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Soshnyanin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Soshnyanin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kruschewsky's sensitive parts.
Soshnyanin fakes the body blow, causing Kruschewsky to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Kruschewsky goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Viktor Soshnyanin!

Event: NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS 4
Date: Apr 16, 2017

#R1#
Anselmo misses with a hook #TD2#
and Kruschewsky decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Anselmo's guard.#ES#
Anselmo has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kruschewsky is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
I was talking to Anselmo's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Anselmo misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Kruschewsky breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Anselmo looks to throw the jab but Kruschewsky is out of range.
Anselmo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kruschewsky manages to avoid it.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anselmo swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruschewsky sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Anselmo defending well though.
Kruschewsky thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Anselmo's head.
Kruschewsky misses with a head shot. Anselmo uses the momentum to regain guard.
Kruschewsky wants to control from the top but Anselmo keeps moving. #T1#
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kruschewsky looking to pass the guard.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kruschewsky distracts Anselmo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing.
Kruschewsky landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Anselmo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kruschewsky scoring with some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kruschewsky working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Kruschewsky won't allow Anselmo to sweep him here.
Kruschewsky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Anselmo tries to bum rush Kruschewsky with a series of wild strikes but Kruschewsky uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anselmo misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
so Kruschewsky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kruschewsky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Anselmo keeping moving, preventing Kruschewsky from controlling successfully.
Kruschewsky postures up and lands a big shot to Anselmo's brow. #T3#
Anselmo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky lands a couple of decent looking shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Anselmo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kruschewsky is looking to work some ground and pound but Anselmo has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruschewsky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Anselmo is keeping the position for now.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses.
Kruschewsky throws a strike but Anselmo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kruschewsky 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.
Anselmo trying to control but Kruschewsky is working from the bottom. #T4#
Anselmo wanted to stand there but Kruschewsky had control of the position.
Kruschewsky has control of Anselmo's left arm, preventing Anselmo from doing any damage.
Kruschewsky manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anselmo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kruschewsky keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Anselmo's head.
Kruschewsky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anselmo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kruschewsky tries to free his leg and advance position but Anselmo is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Kruschewsky dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Anselmo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kruschewsky moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Anselmo swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
so Kruschewsky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kruschewsky looking to pass the guard.
Kruschewsky won't allow Anselmo to get back to his feet.
Kruschewsky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kruschewsky scoring with some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes from guard but Anselmo blocks nicely.
Kruschewsky trying to control the position from guard on top but Anselmo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kruschewsky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Anselmo throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Anselmo won't be happy with that.
Kruschewsky postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kruschewsky working the head and body with strikes.
Kruschewsky throws a strike aimed at the side of Anselmo's head but Anselmo avoids it well.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Anselmo takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kruschewsky throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound from side control.
Kruschewsky advances to full mount. #T2#
Kruschewsky sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kruschewsky is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kruschewsky lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Anselmo hang on?
Kruschewsky is landing with some decent strikes but Anselmo is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kruschewsky breaks from Anselmo's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kruschewsky sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kruschewsky throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Anselmo because Kruschewsky loaded up on that one.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kruschewsky breaks from Anselmo's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kruschewsky landing strikes, looking to finish!
Kruschewsky throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Kruschewsky with the ground and pound from mount. #T3#
Kruschewsky cracks Anselmo with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Kruschewsky sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Kruschewsky sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Anselmo in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kruschewsky lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #ROC2#
Anselmo is rocked!
Kruschewsky throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Anselmo because Kruschewsky loaded up on that one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruschewsky scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Anselmo?
Kruschewsky looking to ground and pound but Anselmo is blocking nicely.
Kruschewsky looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Oh Anselmo is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Anselmo holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Kruschewsky tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Anselmo seems to have got his legs back now.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound effectively. #T4#
Kruschewsky postures up and throws a massive shot that knocks Anselmo out cold! Two more strikes to his unconscious opponent for good luck and this one is all over! Kruschewsky goes absolutely crazy with his corner! Wow, you can see how much that win means to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Carlos Kruschewsky!

Event: Omega Fight Night 28
Date: Feb 19, 2017

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Ingesson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kruschewsky has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Ingesson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruschewsky slips a straight right by Ingesson.
Kruschewsky steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ingesson.
Kruschewsky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ingesson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ingesson throws a jab when Kruschewsky was well out of range.
Ingesson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Kruschewsky moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Ingesson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Ingesson manages to break the clinch.
Ingesson throws a jab when Kruschewsky was well out of range.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Ingesson avoids it easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ingesson.
Ingesson misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T2#
Kruschewsky throwing strikes from guard but Ingesson blocks nicely.
Ingesson keeping full guard, as Kruschewsky tries to pass.
Kruschewsky works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but Ingesson is blocking nicely.
Kruschewsky prevents Ingesson from improving his position.
Kruschewsky looks to land a strike but Ingesson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Ingesson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky postures up in Ingesson's guard and throws a big left but Ingesson blocks it.
Kruschewsky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ingesson being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Kruschewsky postures up in Ingesson's guard and throws a big left but Ingesson blocks it.
Ingesson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kruschewsky.
Ingesson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kruschewsky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ingesson is adopting a defensive guard.
Ingesson controls Kruschewsky momentarily but Kruschewsky frees himself. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ingesson lands a head shot.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kruschewsky staying out of range there.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ingesson throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ingesson!
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruschewsky looks up at the clock and then as Ingesson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kruschewsky smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ingesson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kruschewsky connects with a decent elbow.
Ingesson tries to buck Kruschewsky off but Kruschewsky is having none of it.
Ingesson is not content to let Kruschewsky control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kruschewsky controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ingvar Ingesson 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#
Ingesson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ingesson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kruschewsky moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Ingesson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ingesson misses with a hook.
Ingesson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kruschewsky can do to turn this around?
Ingesson fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've been told by Ingesson's head coaches at Tayne's 4d3d3d3 Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Ingesson tries to clinch #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a takedown into side control.
Kruschewsky scoring with punches from side control.
Kruschewsky is working Ingesson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kruschewsky advances to full mount.
Kruschewsky raining down hammerfists from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruschewsky with the ground and pound from mount.
Ingesson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ingesson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Kruschewsky trying to pass the guard but Ingesson defending well.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kruschewsky slips a nice elbow through Ingesson's hands, connecting with Ingesson's forehead.
Kruschewsky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Kruschewsky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ingesson is looking to improve his position.
Kruschewsky thows a huge punch but Ingesson dodges it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruschewsky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ingesson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kruschewsky lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kruschewsky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kruschewsky with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ingesson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kruschewsky.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Kruschewsky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Kruschewsky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ingesson lands with a straight right. Kruschewsky didn't see that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Ingesson.
Ingesson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
so Kruschewsky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ingesson is wriggling around but Kruschewsky manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Kruschewsky wants to free his trapped foot but Ingesson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kruschewsky drops an elbow to the side of Ingesson's head. #T4#
Ingesson is positioning himself well to prevent Kruschewsky advancing to mount.
Kruschewsky takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kruschewsky is nestled in close to Ingesson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kruschewsky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kruschewsky tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ingesson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kruschewsky seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ROC2#
Ingesson is rocked!
Kruschewsky lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Ingesson quite badly. Ingesson pulls Kruschewsky in close trying to recover. Kruschewsky postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Ingesson on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Ingesson doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carlos Kruschewsky!

Event: OMEGA FN 24
Date: Jan 14, 2017

#R1#
Kruschewsky avoids the body shot from Massu .
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Massu explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Massu throws an overhand right that lands on Kruschewsky's shoulder, as Kruschewsky tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Massu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Massu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Massu defends it well.
Massu tries to bum rush Kruschewsky with a series of wild strikes but Kruschewsky uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Massu lands a nice shot to the body.
We've been told by Massu 's head coaches at The Million Dollar Performance Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Massu works Kruschewsky's body with a nice hook.
Massu misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Massu won't be happy with that.
Kruschewsky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kruschewsky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Kruschewsky scoring with punches and elbows.
Massu takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Kruschewsky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Massu is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kruschewsky has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kruschewsky throws a strike aimed at the side of Massu 's head but Massu avoids it well.
An elbow from Kruschewsky crashes against the mat.
Kruschewsky scoring with punches and elbows.
Kruschewsky prevents Massu from escaping the position.
Kruschewsky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kruschewsky misses with the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Massu dodges the ground and pound from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky lands some shots froms side control.#T2#
Kruschewsky tries to score with some ground and pound. Massu controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kruschewsky creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Massu sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Massu defending against the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky is chipping away with strikes.
Kruschewsky throws a strike aimed at the side of Massu 's head but Massu avoids it well.
Kruschewsky works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Kruschewsky tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Kruschewsky misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruschewsky landing strikes.
Massu is trying to buck Kruschewsky off.
Massu takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T3#
Kruschewsky misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kruschewsky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Massu keeps working.
Kruschewsky with the ground and pound but Massu regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Kruschewsky landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kruschewsky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kruschewsky with the ground and pound but Massu uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Kruschewsky with a nice head shot there.
Kruschewsky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kruschewsky won't allow Massu to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Massu throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a takedown into side control.
Kruschewsky tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound but Massu is defending the strikes.
Kruschewsky lands a few punches from side control.
Kruschewsky in side control, throwing shots but Massu defends.
Kruschewsky tries to move to mount but Massu blocks the move with his legs.
Massu is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kruschewsky connects with a decent elbow.
Massu wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Kruschewsky lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Kruschewsky dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Massu throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kruschewsky.
Massu preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Massu wants to get back to his feet but Kruschewsky is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kruschewsky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kruschewsky looking to sit in guard and control but Massu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Massu stopping the sweep attempt from Kruschewsky.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Massu trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kruschewsky's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Massu wants to stand and escape but instead Kruschewsky has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##T1#
Kruschewsky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kruschewsky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kruschewsky with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kruschewsky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kruschewsky looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kruschewsky wants to pass the guard but Massu is keeping the position.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Massu is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Massu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Massu avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky tries to free his leg and advance position but Massu is retaining full guard.
Massu 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.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Massu .
Massu throws a body punch but Kruschewsky moves out of range.
Kruschewsky has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Massu takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Massu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Massu throws a big shot that misses.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Massu pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Massu misses the shot to the body.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Massu throws a lazy right hand but Kruschewsky sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kruschewsky dodges the punch combination from Massu .
A looping hook to the body misses from Massu . Kruschewsky does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Massu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Fabouzi Massu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruschewsky slips a straight right by Massu .
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Massu .
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kruschewsky checks a leg kick.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Massu defends it well.
Massu throws a jab when Kruschewsky was well out of range.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Massu defends it well.#T4#
Massu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Massu looks for the body kick but Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Massu throws an overhand right that lands on Kruschewsky's shoulder, as Kruschewsky tries to avoid the shot.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Massu throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a single leg into guard. Massu didn't expect that.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kruschewsky engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kruschewsky trying to control but Massu is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kruschewsky is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
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 Fabouzi Massu 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Massu misses with a wild body shot.
Massu throws a body shot but no joy.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Massu defends it well.
Kruschewsky avoids the body shot from Massu .
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Kruschewsky doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Massu lands with a good body shot.
Kruschewsky avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Massu swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a takedown into side control.
Kruschewsky is looking to take a break and control but Massu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Massu wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T1#
Kruschewsky misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Kruschewsky misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Kruschewsky with the ground and pound but Massu regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but Massu is blocking nicely.
Massu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Massu defending well though. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kruschewsky takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kruschewsky is trying to control. Massu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kruschewsky slips a nice elbow through Massu 's hands, connecting with Massu 's forehead.
Massu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kruschewsky lands a nice short elbow.
Massu regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes from guard but Massu blocks nicely.
Kruschewsky postures up in Massu 's guard and throws a big left but Massu blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kruschewsky avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Massu pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Massu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruschewsky was well out of range. Poor timing from Massu .
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Massu avoids it easily.
Massu misses with a body shot.
Fabouzi Massu is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruschewsky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Massu throws out the jab.
Massu misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Massu won't be happy with that.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kruschewsky trying to control the position but Massu is working away.
Kruschewsky postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kruschewsky sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Massu is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Massu is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kruschewsky is controlling him well.#T4#
Kruschewsky throws an elbow but Massu slips to the side and avoids it well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but Massu manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Kruschewsky has one of Massu 's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
You can see the frustration on Kruschewsky's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

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 Fabouzi Massu .
I think Massu 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Fabouzi Massu !
Fabouzi Massu 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.

Event: CAGED RAGE
Date: Nov 27, 2016

#R1#
Kruschewsky avoids the body shot from Dehu.
Dehu looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschewsky is just out of range.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Dehu looks to land a right hand but Kruschewsky moved out of range.
Dehu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice defenses there by Kruschewsky.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Dehu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dehu tries to clinch up but Kruschewsky circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dehu misses with a hook. Kruschewsky ducked under it nicely.
Kruschewsky takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Dehu throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kruschewsky won't allow Dehu to get back to his feet.
Kruschewsky postures up and lands a big shot to Dehu's brow.
Kruschewsky postures up in Dehu's guard and throws a big left but Dehu blocks it.
Kruschewsky postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kruschewsky connects with a couple of short punches.
Kruschewsky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dehu works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #ES#
Dehu has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kruschewsky off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Dehu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kruschewsky sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dehu lands a body shot.
Dehu throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kruschewsky.
Dehu has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruschewsky won't allow Dehu to get back to his feet.
Kruschewsky wants to pass the guard but Dehu is keeping the position.
Kruschewsky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dehu is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kruschewsky is controlling him.
Kruschewsky scoring with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dehu wants to stand but Kruschewsky is controlling the position.
Dehu keeping moving, preventing Kruschewsky from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Dehu scores with a sloppy right hand. Kruschewsky should have avoided that one. #T3#
Kruschewsky blocks a jab.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Dehu avoids it easily.
Dehu fails with an attempt to clinch.
A left lands for Dehu.
Dehu throws a shot from downtown. Kruschewsky moves away and avoids it.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A jab from Dehu misses.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hassan Dehu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dehu looks to land a left hand but Kruschewsky moved out of range nicely.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Dehu pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Kruschewsky avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Kruschewsky 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Dehu has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Kruschewsky breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab, jab by Dehu - just one landing.
Kruschewsky moves away from the strike by Dehu.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dehu lands a nice looking body shot.
Dehu throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hassan Dehu dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Dehu forces Kruschewsky back against the cage and clinches.
Kruschewsky wants to get back to striking at distance but Dehu won't allow it.
Dehu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Kruschewsky's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kruschewsky circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dehu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Dehu avoids it easily.
Dehu misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Dehu has managed to clinch.
Kruschewsky wants to break the clinch but can't.
A head punch on the inside from Dehu fails to land. #T1#
Dehu throws a head punch that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dehu.#BC2#
Kruschewsky manages to break the clinch.
Dehu misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kruschewsky trying to control the action but Dehu is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Dehu pushes Kruschewsky off and gets back to his feet.
Hassan Dehu is winning the standup battle so far.
Dehu lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dehu throws a hook but Kruschewsky avoids it easily.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dehu defends it well.
Kruschewsky keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dehu.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dehu throws a jab when Kruschewsky was well out of range.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Dehu pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Dehu misses with a straight right.
Dehu lands a lovely overhand right.
Dehu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Dehu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kruschewsky avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dehu misses with a looping right.
Dehu connects with a body shot that sends Kruschewsky's belly button to the back.#T3#
Dehu connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kruschewsky's hands.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Dehu.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Dehu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dehu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kruschewsky staying out of range there.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Dehu.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dehu defends it well.
Dehu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kruschewsky. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T4#
Kruschewsky wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dehu has him pressed against the cage.
Kruschewsky blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dehu throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Kruschewsky breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dehu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dehu tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dehu wants to get back to his feet.
Kruschewsky seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kruschewsky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dehu is trying to stand back up but Kruschewsky is controlling him
Kruschewsky trying to control the action but Dehu is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hassan Dehu 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#
Dehu stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kruschewsky avoids the body shot from Dehu.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dehu throws out a loose jab but Kruschewsky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dehu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dehu misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dehu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Kruschewsky working Dehu over with strikes.
Kruschewsky seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Dehu is trying to stand up here but Kruschewsky is controlling him well.
Dehu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kruschewsky.
Dehu is trying to stand.
Dehu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky working the head and body with strikes.
Kruschewsky thows a huge punch but Dehu dodges it nicely. #ES#
Dehu makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Dehu throws a hook to the side of Kruschewsky's head but Kruschewsky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Dehu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Dehu swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
so Kruschewsky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T2#
Kruschewsky with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kruschewsky is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kruschewsky throws a big right hand that misses.
Dehu is looking to stand up but Kruschewsky isn't so interested in that idea.
Dehu preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses. #ES#
Dehu is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dehu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A frustrated look appears on Kruschewsky's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dehu has Kruschewsky pressed against the cage, preventing Kruschewsky from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Dehu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kruschewsky backwards.
Dehu has a couple of punches blocked by Kruschewsky. #T3#
Dehu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dehu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dehu tries to throw a body punch but Kruschewsky avoids it by throwing Dehu back against the cage.
Kruschewsky is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dehu is defending well for now.
Kruschewsky is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Dehu throws a head punch that misses.
Hassan Dehu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Kruschewsky breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kruschewsky keeps the fight on the outside.
Dehu throws a hook to the side of Kruschewsky's head but Kruschewsky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruschewsky takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dehu moves to clinch but Kruschewsky breaks away #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Dehu wriggles free and stands up.
Dehu throws a hook but Kruschewsky avoids it easily.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Dehu pushes his down on his head and steps out.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hassan Dehu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dehu, 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hassan Dehu!
After winning the bout, Hassan Dehu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: A NIGHT TO DISMEMBER
Date: Oct 28, 2016

#R1#
Mercy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mercy tries to score with a low kick but Kruschewsky moves his leg out of the way.
Mercy misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mercy won't be happy with that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruschewsky throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kruschewsky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kruschewsky misses with the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Kruschewsky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Mercy is trying to escape the position but Kruschewsky is controlling the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Kruschewsky.
Mercy wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky working the head and body with strikes.
Kruschewsky throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Mercy tries to improve position but can't.
Mercy's coaches at The Factory have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T1#
Kruschewsky is looking to take a break and control but Mercy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kruschewsky misses with the ground and pound.
Mercy is not content to let Kruschewsky control the position.
Mercy takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Kruschewsky staying calm.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound from side control.
Mercy is being controlled here.
Mercy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kruschewsky working the strikes but Mercy uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Kruschewsky trying to control the action but Mercy is working from the bottom.
Kruschewsky prevents Mercy from improving his position.
Kruschewsky is just content to waste time from the top position. Mercy takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T3#
Mercy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mercy trying to keep a closed guard but Kruschewsky is proving a slippery customer.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kruschewsky defending well as Mercy loads up on a big left hand.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kruschewsky takes one to the chin there.
Mercy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kruschewskys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mercy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kruschewsky.
A low kick from Mercy is predictable there #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kruschewsky's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Mercy has Kruschewsky pulled in close to control his posture.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kruschewsky wants to control from the top but Mercy keeps moving.
Mercy wants to sweep but no luck.
Kruschewsky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mercy is keeping the position for now.
Mercy working a defensive guard here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Mercy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Carlos Kruschewsky will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kruschewsky moves away from the strike by Mercy.
Mercy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mercy defends it well.
Mercy throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kruschewsky preventing the sweep.
Mercy wants to stand and escape but Kruschewsky is having none of it.
Kruschewsky with a nice head shot there.
Mercy wants to sweep here but Kruschewsky controlling him for the moment.
Kruschewsky is in close to Mercy's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercy keeping moving, preventing Kruschewsky from controlling successfully.
Mercy is trying to keep Kruschewsky in close.
Mercy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kruschewsky. #T1#
Kruschewsky trying to control the position from guard on top but Mercy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kruschewsky is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mercy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mercy defends it well.
Mercy throws a sloppy body shot #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kruschewsky trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Mercy manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Kruschewsky is adopting a defensive guard.
Mercy won't allow Kruschewsky to sweep him here. #T2#
Kruschewsky can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mercy controls the pace.
Mercy wants to control from the top but Kruschewsky keeps moving.
Mercy looking to pass the guard.
Mercy looking to sit in guard and control but Kruschewsky gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kruschewsky is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Kruschewsky working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Mercy's head.
Kruschewsky seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kruschewsky passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Mercy taking a bit of punishment here - Kruschewsky scoring with strikes.
Kruschewsky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Mercy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kruschewsky working the body and head with strikes.
Mercy dodges the ground and pound from Kruschewsky.#T4#
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kruschewsky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mercy keeps working.
Mercy isn't going anywhere.
Kruschewsky taking a break here but Mercy is having none of it and regains half guard.
Mercy looks like he's trying to stand up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mercy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kruschewsky is working away from the top position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Kruschewsky showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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#
Mercy looks to land a combination but Kruschewsky avoids it well.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mercy throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky postures up in Mercy's guard and throws a big left but Mercy blocks it.
Kruschewsky is pushing down on Mercy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mercy is fighting to maintain full guard but Kruschewsky has managed to sneak the leg through.
Mercy is looking to control Kruschewsky's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mercy avoid being mounted?
Kruschewsky controlling the pace.
Mercy is staying active underneath Kruschewsky, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky stalling.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kruschewsky lands a nice short elbow.#T1#
Mercy regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kruschewsky forces his way into half guard.
Kruschewsky is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Mercy tries to roll over but Kruschewsky keeps him under control.
Mercy wants to sweep but Kruschewsky has passed to side control!
Kruschewsky controlling the position from side mount.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound.#T2#
Kruschewsky taking a breather here.
Mercy takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Mercy can't do much from the bottom here.
Kruschewsky throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Mercy works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Mercy is positioning himself well to prevent Kruschewsky advancing to mount.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kruschewsky in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Mercy pushes Kruschewsky off looking to stand but Kruschewsky dives back in and keeps control.
Kruschewsky thows a huge punch but Mercy dodges it nicely.
Kruschewsky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kruschewsky is pressing down on Mercy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Mercy is holding on for now.
Kruschewsky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Waylon Mercy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruschewsky moves out of range of the strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mercy.
Mercy throws out a loose jab but Kruschewsky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mercy misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kruschewsky takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Mercy avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mercy's head.
Still in half guard, Kruschewsky seems content to control.
Kruschewsky takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kruschewsky looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mercy keeps working.
Kruschewsky controlling the action here.
Kruschewsky working Mercy over with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mercy is in trouble now - Kruschewsky has advanced to mount!

And that's the end of the fight!
Carlos Kruschewsky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kruschewsky 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carlos Kruschewsky!

Event: NO LIMITS
Date: Sep 16, 2016

#R1#
Mazzini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazzini throws the left hand but Kruschewsky avoids the punch easily.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazzini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Mazzini stuns Kruschewsky with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kruschewsky ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mazzini scores with a jab.
Mazzini misses with an uppercut.
Mazzini misses with an uppercut. Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazzini throws a body shot but no joy.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Mazzini avoids it easily.
Kruschewsky showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kruschewsky has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#T1#
Mazzini just misses with a punch to the body.
Mazzini throws a series of punches but Kruschewsky avoids them all with ease.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mazzini misses with a hook #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mazzini won't be happy with that.
Kruschewsky looks up at the clock and then as Mazzini takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kruschewsky smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kruschewsky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Mazzini wants to control but Kruschewsky postures up.
Kruschewsky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kruschewsky trying to control the action but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Mazzini is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mazzini wants to get back to full guard.
Mazzini regains full guard. Nicely done.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mazzini is on top in guard. #REVR#
Mazzini wants to control from the top but Kruschewsky keeps moving. #T2#
Mazzini passes Kruschewsky's left leg - he's now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Mazzini seems to be working for a kimura but Kruschewsky defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Mazzini is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kruschewsky is just riding it out for now. Mazzini eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Mazzini is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3##SUB#
Mazzini is looking for a kimura but Kruschewsky is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mazzini to get the leverage.
Mazzini is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kruschewsky has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mazzini is working away from the top position though.
Mazzini prevents Kruschewsky from improving his position.#SUB#
Mazzini is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Mazzini trying to control from Kruschewsky's half guard. Kruschewsky has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Mazzini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kruschewsky swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mazzini won't allow Kruschewsky to sweep him here.
Mazzini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kruschewsky swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mazzini is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vito Mazzini 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#
Kruschewsky takes one to the side of the head.
Kruschewsky slips a jab from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky slips a straight right by Mazzini.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A big left from Mazzini misses.
A slow jab from Mazzini misses its intended target.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mazzini misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kruschewsky looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Mazzini is looking to improve his position.
Kruschewsky slips a nice elbow through Mazzini's hands, connecting with Mazzini's forehead.
Mazzini moves into full guard.
Mazzini is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kruschewsky can do to turn this around?
Mazzini keeping moving, preventing Kruschewsky from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
Mazzini throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kruschewsky postures up and lands a big shot to Mazzini's brow.
Kruschewsky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Mazzini has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kruschewsky can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kruschewsky landing with the ground and pound.
Mazzini wants to sweep here but Kruschewsky controlling him for the moment.
Kruschewsky stands up over Mazzini, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kruschewsky looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mazzini controls Kruschewsky momentarily but Kruschewsky frees himself.
Mazzini looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kruschewsky is one step ahead there.
Kruschewsky controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mazzini keeping moving, preventing Kruschewsky from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Mazzini escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kruschewsky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kruschewsky's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Mazzini has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kruschewsky can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Kruschewsky distracts Mazzini with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kruschewsky works over Mazzini with some ground and pound from guard.
Kruschewsky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Mazzini tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kruschewsky is working Mazzini over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kruschewsky with a nice head shot there.
Kruschewsky preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Kruschewsky avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kruschewsky wants to control from the top but Mazzini keeps moving.
Kruschewsky won't allow Mazzini to sweep him here.
Mazzini is trying to control the position but Kruschewsky postures up.
Kruschewsky trying to control but Mazzini is working from the bottom. #T4#
Kruschewsky lands a couple of digs.
Kruschewsky looking to pass the guard.
Mazzini wants to sweep here but Kruschewsky controlling him for the moment.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Mazzini escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kruschewsky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kruschewsky preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Mazzini looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mazzini trying to keep a closed guard but Kruschewsky is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kruschewsky trying to control the position from guard on top but Mazzini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Carlos Kruschewsky will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Mazzini misses with a straight right.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Kruschewsky keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mazzini with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mazzini loads up on a big right hand but Kruschewsky slips the punch.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazzini pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mazzini misses with an uppercut. Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
Vito Mazzini is winning the standup battle so far.
Mazzini misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a single leg into guard. Mazzini didn't expect that. #SUB#
Mazzini escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kruschewsky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kruschewsky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mazzini works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kruschewsky must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Mazzini working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kruschewsky doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kruschewsky manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mazzini looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kruschewsky is one step ahead there. #T1##SUB#
Mazzini isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kruschewsky stacks Mazzini on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Kruschewsky!
Mazzini tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kruschewsky lands some shots froms side control.
Kruschewsky lands a decent elbow from side control.
Mazzini is looking to regain half guard here but Kruschewsky keeps moving and retains side control.
Kruschewsky trying to control the action but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Kruschewsky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T2#
Mazzini tries to improve position but can't.
Kruschewsky scoring with punches from side control.
Kruschewsky cracks Mazzini with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Mazzini is looking for a sweep.
Mazzini is trying to control Kruschewsky's posture but Kruschewsky avoids it.
Mazzini is looking to regain half guard here but Kruschewsky keeps moving and retains side control.
Mazzini on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kruschewsky wants to control but Mazzini is keeping him busy. #T3#
Mazzini is looking for a sweep.
Kruschewsky working the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky working the body and head with strikes.
Kruschewsky lands a decent elbow from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mazzini is looking to reverse the position.
Mazzini regains half guard.
Kruschewsky slips a nice elbow through Mazzini's hands, connecting with Mazzini's forehead.
Mazzini is looking to improve his position.
Kruschewsky working over Mazzini with some ground and pound. Mazzini looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Mazzini is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mazzini has hold of Kruschewsky's hands but Kruschewsky slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Kruschewsky working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kruschewsky prevents Mazzini from improving his position.
Kruschewsky is trying to control the action in half guard but Mazzini is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mazzini wants to get back to full guard.
Mazzini is not content to let Kruschewsky control the position.
Mazzini wants to sweep but Kruschewsky has passed to side control!
Kruschewsky is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kruschewsky grinds an elbow into Mazzini's temple.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kruschewsky working the head and body with strikes.
Mazzini tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kruschewsky wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Kruschewsky really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Mazzini throws a sloppy head kick and Kruschewsky moves out of range easily.
Kruschewsky blocks a jab.
Mazzini clobbers Kruschewsky with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vito Mazzini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mazzini swings for the body but Kruschewsky moves out of range.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mazzini misses with an uppercut. Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kruschewsky moves out of range as Mazzini strikes.
Kruschewsky ducks right into an uppercut from Mazzini.
Mazzini with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Mazzini missing with a left hand there. Kruschewsky was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mazzini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazzini pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Mazzini bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kruschewsky's head.
Mazzini scores with a punch to the head.
Mazzini throws an overhand right that lands on Kruschewsky's shoulder, as Kruschewsky tries to avoid the shot.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Mazzini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazzini pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mazzini takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Mazzini connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kruschewsky's hands.
Mazzini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Mazzini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mazzini throws a hook but Kruschewsky blocks it.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazzini pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mazzini looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschewsky is just out of range.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Mazzini avoids it easily.
Good shot there by Mazzini.#T2#
Mazzini throws a shot from downtown. Kruschewsky moves away and avoids it.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazzini pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kruschewsky moves out of range of the strikes.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A shot to the body from Mazzini misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mazzini is trying to get back to full guard.
Kruschewsky is nestled in close to Mazzini, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fighters are battling for position here. Mazzini manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kruschewsky landing some decent shots from guard.
Mazzini 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.
Kruschewsky pushes down on Mazzini's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mazzini wants to control but Kruschewsky is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Mazzini actively working from the bottom here.
Mazzini wants to improve his position but Kruschewsky is controlling well.
Mazzini taking some punishment here, with Kruschewsky in his half guard.
Kruschewsky takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kruschewsky is keen to just control but Mazzini is a slippery customer.
Mazzini gets back to full guard.
Mazzini wants to sweep here but Kruschewsky controlling him for the moment.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Mazzini had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kruschewsky defends it easily.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kruschewsky is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky is stalling in the full guard.
Mazzini trying to keep a closed guard but Kruschewsky is proving a slippery customer.
Kruschewsky is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mazzini. Kruschewsky does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mazzini misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Mazzini is not content to let Kruschewsky control the position.
Kruschewsky content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vito Mazzini had his way with Carlos Kruschewsky in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Mazzini scores with a jab to the body.
Mazzini throws out a loose jab but Kruschewsky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mazzini misses with a hook.
Kruschewsky moves out of range of the leg kick from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky slips under a jab from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Mazzini throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Mazzini pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mazzini throws a looping overhand right but Kruschewsky ducks down to avoid it.
Mazzini misses with a straight right. #T1#
Mazzini throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a takedown into side control.
Kruschewsky is looking to take a break and control but Mazzini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mazzini tries to improve position but can't.
Kruschewsky trying to control the action but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Mazzini is looking for a sweep.
Kruschewsky is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mazzini will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Kruschewsky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kruschewsky lands an elbow.
Mazzini is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Martial Arts Dojo, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Kruschewsky is working Mazzini over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
Mazzini tries to bench press Kruschewsky off him but Kruschewsky keeps the position.
Mazzini taking a bit of punishment here - Kruschewsky scoring with strikes.
Check out the look on Kruschewsky's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Mazzini tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kruschewsky wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kruschewsky wants to control but Mazzini is keeping him busy.
Mazzini is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kruschewsky off and has taken his back!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mazzini avoiding Kruschewsky 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Kruschewsky is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB#
Mazzini is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kruschewsky has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T3##SUB#
Kruschewsky preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Mazzini.
Kruschewsky turns into Mazzini and is now in his guard. #SUB#
Mazzini throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kruschewsky looking to sit in guard and control but Mazzini gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Mazzini works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Mazzini seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kruschewsky does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mazzini tries to pass to full mount but Kruschewsky defends it.
Mazzini misses with a head shot. Kruschewsky uses the momentum to regain guard.
Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Kruschewsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mazzini looking to pass the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Vito Mazzini.
I think Mazzini 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 48:47
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 48:47
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 48:47

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

Event: COLLISION COURSE
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1#
Soshnyanin misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown. Soshnyanin fights it but they end up in guard.
Kruschewsky postures up in Soshnyanin's guard and throws a big left but Soshnyanin blocks it.
Soshnyanin controls Kruschewsky momentarily but Kruschewsky frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruschewsky slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Soshnyanin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Soshnyanin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kruschewsky throws a strike but Soshnyanin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Soshnyanin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Soshnyanin throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kruschewsky works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Soshnyanin trying to control the position from guard on top but Kruschewsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kruschewsky utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Soshnyanin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kruschewsky is keeping the position for now.
Soshnyanin throws an elbow that misses. Kruschewsky uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Soshnyanin's guard. Nice move by Kruschewsky!#REVB#
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kruschewsky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kruschewsky lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kruschewsky won't allow Soshnyanin to sweep him here.
Kruschewsky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Soshnyanin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kruschewsky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Soshnyanin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A low kick from Soshnyanin is predictable there #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Soshnyanin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kruschewsky. #T3#
Kruschewsky scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Soshnyanin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky stays in close to Soshnyanin's body and controls the position.
Kruschewsky trying to control but Soshnyanin is working from the bottom.
Kruschewsky is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Soshnyanin has Kruschewsky pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kruschewsky moves out of range as Soshnyanin strikes.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A low kick from Soshnyanin misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a shoot takedown. Soshnyanin fights it but they end up in guard.
Kruschewsky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Soshnyanin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Soshnyanin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kruschewsky keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Soshnyanin's head.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kruschewsky wants to control from the top but Soshnyanin keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kruschewsky sitting in guard here, content to control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Kruschewsky 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#
Kruschewsky slips a jab from Soshnyanin.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Kruschewsky avoids a kick to the body.
Soshnyanin throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Soshnyanin misses with a wild combination.
Soshnyanin looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soshnyanin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruschewsky was well out of range. Poor timing from Soshnyanin.
Kruschewsky slips under a jab.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Soshnyanin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Soshnyanin misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes from guard but Soshnyanin blocks nicely.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing.
Soshnyanin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky looking to sit in guard and control but Soshnyanin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kruschewsky looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kruschewsky is on top in guard. #REVB#
Kruschewsky sitting in guard here, content to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kruschewsky works over Soshnyanin with some ground and pound from guard.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses.
Kruschewsky controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kruschewsky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kruschewsky preventing the sweep. #T3#
Kruschewsky scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kruschewsky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Soshnyanin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kruschewsky with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kruschewsky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Soshnyanin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kruschewsky's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Soshnyanin misses with a hook.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Soshnyanin throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a takedown into side control. #T4#
Kruschewsky throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kruschewsky misses with the ground and pound.
Kruschewsky lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kruschewsky scores with punches from side control.
Kruschewsky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Soshnyanin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kruschewsky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soshnyanin keeps working.
Kruschewsky misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kruschewsky laying and praying for a moment but Soshnyanin takes advantage and regains half guard.
Soshnyanin on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Kruschewsky 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#
Soshnyanin misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
so Kruschewsky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kruschewsky postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kruschewsky throws a big right hand that misses.
Soshnyanin has momentary wrist control but Kruschewsky slips an elbow through the middle.
Kruschewsky is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kruschewsky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kruschewsky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kruschewsky scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kruschewsky lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Soshnyanin trying to keep a closed guard but Kruschewsky is proving a slippery customer.
Kruschewsky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kruschewsky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Kruschewsky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Soshnyanin lands a high kick!
Soshnyanin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Some wild striking there from Soshnyanin.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
A low kick from Soshnyanin is predictable there #TD2#
so Kruschewsky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kruschewsky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Soshnyanin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Kruschewsky works over Soshnyanin with some ground and pound from guard.
Kruschewsky postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kruschewsky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kruschewsky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Soshnyanin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Soshnyanin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Soshnyanin throws a big shot that misses.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Soshnyanin defends it well.
Viktor Soshnyanin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Soshnyanin just misses with a punch to the body.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Soshnyanin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice straight punches there by Soshnyanin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Soshnyanin.#T3#
Soshnyanin misses with a looping left.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Soshnyanin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Soshnyanin throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a single leg into guard. Soshnyanin didn't expect that.
Soshnyanin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky lands a couple of elbows.
Soshnyanin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kruschewsky chips away with some ground and pound.
Kruschewsky stands up over Soshnyanin, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
Kruschewsky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses.
Soshnyanin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A telegraphed right hand from Soshnyanin misses the target.
Viktor Soshnyanin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Soshnyanin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruschewsky.
Soshnyanin throws a big shot that misses.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Soshnyanin looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschewsky is just out of range.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Soshnyanin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A swing and a miss from Soshnyanin.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Soshnyanin pushes his down on his head and steps out.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carlos Kruschewsky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kruschewsky 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carlos Kruschewsky!

Event: Total Destruction
Date: Jun 26, 2016

#R1#
Francis loads up on a big right hand but Kruschewsky slips the punch.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Francis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruschewsky.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Francis defends it well.
Francis cracks Kruschewsky with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kruschewsky blocks a jab.
Francis throws a body punch but Kruschewsky moves out of range.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kruschewsky blocks a jab.
Francis takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Kruschewsky uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Francis.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Francis misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Francis sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Kruschewsky to the ground! Francis dives into full mount looking to finish!#CUT#
It looks like Carlos Kruschewsky has been cut.
Francis will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Francis jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kruschewsky manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Francis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Kruschewsky manages to get back to half guard.
Francis is looking to stall here but Kruschewsky recovers full guard.
Francis trying to control the position from guard on top but Kruschewsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Francis drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kruschewsky looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kruschewsky looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kruschewsky! #REVB#
Kruschewsky wants to control but Francis is keeping him busy. #T2#
Kruschewsky works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Francis taking punishment in the form of punches.
Francis is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Francis is not content to let Kruschewsky control the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Francis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kruschewsky wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kruschewsky looks up at the clock and then as Francis takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kruschewsky smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kruschewsky is chipping away with strikes.
Francis struggling a bit here.#T3#
Kruschewsky scores with punches from side control.
Francis can't do much from the bottom here.
Francis manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kruschewsky is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kruschewsky seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Francis trying to control from the bottom.
Francis tries to get to full guard but Kruschewsky has control of the leg.
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. Kruschewsky connects with a nice short shot to Francis's temple.
Kruschewsky is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kruschewsky connects with a nice short shot to Francis's temple. #ROC2#
Francis is rocked!#T4#
Francis makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Francis.
Kruschewsky throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Francis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kruschewsky connects with a couple of short punches.
Francis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kruschewsky is one step ahead there.
Kruschewsky stands up over Francis, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Francis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kruschewsky content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kruschewsky pushing down on Francis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kruschewsky is thwarting Francis's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Francis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carlos Kruschewsky'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#
Francis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kruschewsky moves away from the strike by Francis.
David Francis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Francis misses with an uppercut.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Francis just misses with a punch to the body.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Francis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Francis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Francis throws a series of punches but Kruschewsky avoids them all with ease.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis thuds a left hand into Kruschewsky's body.
Francis misses with a straight right.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
We've been told by Francis's head coaches at The Skating Rink that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kruschewsky's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Francis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kruschewsky scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis lands a jab to Kruschewsky's midsection.
Kruschewsky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Francis throws a looping overhand right but Kruschewsky ducks down to avoid it.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Francis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kruschewsky. #T1#
Francis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Francis looks to land a right hand but Kruschewsky moved out of range.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
David Francis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Francis.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
David Francis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Francis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis connects with a right hand. Kruschewsky shakes it off.
Francis takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Kruschewsky avoids the body shot from Francis.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
A head kick misses from Francis.
A telegraphed right hand from Francis misses the target.
Kruschewsky slips a straight right by Francis.
Francis takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Francis moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
Kruschewsky moves away from the strike by Francis.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Kruschewsky avoids the body shot from Francis.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis misses with a looping right.
Kruschewsky slips a straight right by Francis.
Francis misses with a straight left.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Francis throws a jab when Kruschewsky was well out of range.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kruschewsky uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Francis.
Francis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Francis moves into range and connects 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!
Nice defenses there by Kruschewsky.
Francis throws a head kick but Kruschewsky moves out of range.
Francis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kruschewsky on the side of the head.#T3#
Francis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Francis lunges at Kruschewsky with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kruschewsky's hand.
Kruschewsky defending well as Francis loads up on a big left hand.
Francis takes a swing at Kruschewsky's ribcage but misses.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Francis.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Francis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Francis throws out a loose jab but Kruschewsky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kruschewsky slips a jab from Francis.
Francis misses with a looping left.
Kruschewsky takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A big left from Francis misses.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Francis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruschewsky checks a leg kick.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.#T4#
Kruschewsky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Francis throws out the jab.
Kruschewsky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Francis defends it well.
Francis misses the jab.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kruschewsky avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Francis jabs at Kruschewsky's body.
Kruschewsky walks into a straight right hand from Francis.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slow jab from Francis misses its intended target.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Francis just misses with a punch to the body.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Francis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Francis scores with a nice head shot.
Francis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Francis misses with a hook.
Francis throws a hook to the side of Kruschewsky's head but Kruschewsky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Francis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carlos Kruschewsky's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Francis misses with a looping right.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Francis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Francis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Francis throws a head kick that misses.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis misses with a straight right.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Francis lands with a nice body punch.
Francis misses with a hook. Kruschewsky ducked under it nicely.
Francis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruschewsky moves out of range of the strikes.
Francis misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschewsky ducks under a wild hook from Francis.
Kruschewsky keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Francis.
Francis looks to land a right hand but Kruschewsky moved out of range.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Francis jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Francis throws a head kick that misses.
Kruschewsky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kruschewsky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Francis tests Kruschewsky's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A swing and a miss from Francis.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The fighters circling - Francis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Francis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Francis looks to throw the jab but Kruschewsky is out of range.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kruschewsky slips under a jab from Francis.
Francis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Francis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Francis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Francis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kruschewsky moves away.
Kruschewsky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Francis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kruschewsky sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruschewsky feints the counter takedown.
Francis throws a hook but Kruschewsky avoids it easily.
Francis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kruschewsky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A big right from Francis misses.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis misses with a wild body shot.
Francis scores with a hook to the body. Kruschewsky takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Francis throws a hook but Kruschewsky blocks it.
Kruschewsky with the counter takedown but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kruschewsky can do to turn this around?
Kruschewsky steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Francis.
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!
Francis throws a jab but it's blocked by Kruschewsky.
Francis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Francis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Kruschewsky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Francis throws out the jab.
Kruschewsky gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kruschewsky walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Francis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Francis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Francis misses with an uppercut. Kruschewsky saw that one coming.
Francis throws a big shot that misses.
And Kruschewsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Francis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Francis throws a shot from downtown. Kruschewsky moves away and avoids it.
Francis throws a big shot that misses.
Francis throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Francis won't be happy with that.
Francis is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kruschewsky connects with a decent elbow.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kruschewsky working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Kruschewsky trying to control the position but Francis is working away. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Francis struggling a bit here.
Kruschewsky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Carlos Kruschewsky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Francis sneaks back into half guard.
Francis wants to get back to full guard.
Francis is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kruschewsky scores with a couple of nice shots.

And that's the end of the fight!
David Francis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Francis, 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:26
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:26
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Francis!
David Francis 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.

Event: COLD BLOODED
Date: May 29, 2016

#R1#
Mirc throws a low kick, looking for Kruschewsky's leg but Kruschewsky calmly moves out of range.
Mirc looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A right-left combo lands from Mirc.
A bone on bone clash there as Kruschewsky blocks the leg kick.
Kruschewsky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anton Mirc seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirc misses with a combination #TD2#
and Kruschewsky counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mirc won't be happy with that.
Kruschewsky is working Mirc over with some ground and pound from side control.
Mirc can't do much from the bottom here.
Mirc is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kruschewsky is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mirc's coaches at Bullet Proof Dungeon have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Kruschewsky lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kruschewsky scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Mirc to see if he's OK.#T1#
Mirc is looking for a sweep.
Kruschewsky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kruschewsky is chipping away with strikes.
Kruschewsky lands a strong strike to the head of Mirc. That's dazed him! Kruschewsky looking to finish here. Mirc is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Kruschewsky lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carlos Kruschewsky!

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