Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 26, 2020

#R1#
Da Vincible is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Minasian.
Da Vincible stuffs the takedown attempt from Minasian. Minasian gets slowly back to his feet.
Minasian waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Da Vincible.
Da Vincible throws a hook but Minasian avoids it easily.
Da Vincible tries to bum rush Minasian with a series of wild strikes but Minasian uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A countering left hand to the body from Minasian misses.
Da Vincible throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Minasian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Da Vincible.
Da Vincible gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Crunch! Da Vincible slams his shin into Minasian's torso.
Da Vincible misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Minasian counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Da Vincible blocking the ground and pound attempt from Minasian.
Da Vincible is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gangsterdamage, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Minasian prevents Da Vincible from improving his position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Minasian trying to control from half guard but Da Vincible is working away.
Da Vincible knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Minasian on the ground.#T1#
Minasian missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Minasian is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Minasian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Minasian working Da Vincible over with strikes.
Da Vincible wants to improve his position but Minasian is controlling well.
Da Vincible moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Da Vincible preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Minasian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Da Vincible is keeping the position for now.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Da Vincible keeps moving.
Da Vincible avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Minasian throws a big right hand that misses.
Minasian in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Minasian wants to pass the guard but Da Vincible is keeping the position.
Da Vincible avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Minasian lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Minasian working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Da Vincible's head.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Da Vincible keeps moving.
Minasian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Da Vincible swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Minasian throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Minasian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Da Vincible preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Da Vincible keeps moving.
Minasian throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Minasian trying to control but Da Vincible is working from the bottom.
Minasian works over Da Vincible with some ground and pound from guard.
Minasian trying to control but Da Vincible is working from the bottom.
Da Vincible 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.
Minasian looking to pass the guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Da Vincible keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Minasian blocks a jab.
Da Vincible misses with a hook. Minasian ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Minasian releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Da Vincible displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Minasian throws out the jab.
Minasian tests Da Vincible's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Da Vincible swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Da Vincible scoring well with a low kick there.
Minasian tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Da Vincible manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Minasian.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minasian misses with a left hand
and Da Vincible cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Vincible throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Minasian throws a body shot but no joy.
Da Vincible tried to counter with a leg kick but Minasian avoided it.
Da Vincible looks to land a right hand but Minasian moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Minasian pushes Da Vincible up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Da Vincible breaks the clinch.
Minasian on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Minasian moves out of range of the body kick from Da Vincible.
Minasian lands a nice shot to the body.
Da Vincible uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Minasian.
A little feinted left hand from Da Vincible on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Minasian misses with a straight right.
Da Vincible dips to his left and cracks Minasian with an uppercut!
Minasian tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Da Vincible swivels and escapes.
It looked like Da Vincible was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Minasian.
Da Vincible looks to score with a jab to the body but Minasian is just out of range.
A lazy left from Da Vincible finds it's target.
Da Vincible throws a leg kick which misses Minasian's front leg but catches the back leg as Minasian tries to avoid it.
Minasian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Minasian drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Da Vincible lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Minasian keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Vincible.
Minasian is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Da Vincible scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
A combination from Da Vincible does no damage.
Da Vincible stuns Minasian with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Da Vincible avoids the body shot from Minasian.
Leonardo Da Vincible seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Minasian tests Da Vincible's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A combination from Da Vincible does no damage.
Minasian slips under a jab from Da Vincible.
Minasian fails in his attempt to clinch.
A swing and a miss from Da Vincible.
Minasian lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Minasian lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Da Vincible throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Minasian lands with a straight right. Da Vincible didn't see that one coming.
Da Vincible lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minasian throws a jab but it's blocked by Da Vincible.
Da Vincible throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Da Vincible misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Minasian.
Minasian misses with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Da Vincible, as that shot connected.
Da Vincible throws a leg kick but Minasian checks it.
Da Vincible throws an overhand right that lands on Minasian's shoulder, as Minasian tries to avoid the shot.
Da Vincible misses with a body shot.
Minasian tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Da Vincible misses with a wild body shot.
Minasian slips a straight right by Da Vincible.
Minasian looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Da Vincible avoids the body shot from Minasian.
A quick step to the side and Da Vincible tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Da Vincible throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Minasian tries to clinch up.
Minasian throws a body shot but no joy.
Minasian throws a jab when Da Vincible was well out of range.
A quick step to the side and Da Vincible tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Minasian loads up on a big right hand but Da Vincible slips the punch.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown but Da Vincible shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T3#
A cross from Da Vincible lands.
Da Vincible scores with a jab.
Minasian throws a body shot but no joy.
Da Vincible misses with a looping right.
Minasian drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Da Vincible defends it well.
Da Vincible ducks under a wild hook from Minasian.
Da Vincible slips under a jab from Minasian.
Da Vincible steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Minasian.
Da Vincible thinks about countering with a head kick.
Da Vincible tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Minasian was well out of range. Poor timing from Da Vincible.
Minasian tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Da Vincible pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Da Vincible misses with a head kick.
Da Vincible connects with a leg kick. Minasian looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Da Vincible cracks Minasian with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Da Vincible misses with a looping right.
Da Vincible goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Minasian fails with a takedown attempt.
Leonardo Da Vincible has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.#T4#
Minasian shoots for a double leg takedown but Da Vincible sprawls well. He's pushed Minasian's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Da Vincible is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Minasian can do to turn this around?
Da Vincible plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Da Vincible dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Minasian. That did some damage!
Minasian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Da Vincible.
Minasian misses with a body shot.
Minasian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Da Vincible.
Da Vincible walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Minasian checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Da Vincible fails to land with a series of punches.
Minasian looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Da Vincible misses with a looping left.
Minasian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Da Vincible staying out of range there.
Minasian looks to clinch
and Da Vincible counters with a straight right hand.
Minasian throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leonardo Da Vincible dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Da Vincible gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Minasian.
Minasian fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Da Vincible looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Da Vincible fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Minasian manages to avoid it.
Minasian swings for the body but Da Vincible moves out of range.
Da Vincible throws a body punch but Minasian moves out of range.
Minasian tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Da Vincible keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Minasian lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #TD2#
Minasian scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Minasian is keen to just control but Da Vincible is a slippery customer.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Da Vincible has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Minasian is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Da Vincible is not content to let Minasian control the position.
Minasian slows the pace down in half guard.
Minasian looks to land a strike but Da Vincible avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Minasian throws a big elbow that misses.
Minasian controlling from the top position.
Da Vincible utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Minasian makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Minasian is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Minasian throwing strikes from guard but Da Vincible blocks nicely.
Minasian with a flurry of punches that miss.
Minasian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Minasian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Minasian controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Da Vincible ducks under a wild hook from Minasian.
Minasian connects with a nice looking jab.
Da Vincible tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Minasian connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Da Vincible momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Da Vincible misses. #T3#
Minasian moves away from the strike by Da Vincible.
Minasian throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Minasian ducks under a wild hook from Da Vincible.
Minasian throws a predictable looking body shot
and Da Vincible counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Vincible misses with a combination
letting Minasian counter with a right hand.
Minasian feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Da Vincibles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Da Vincible throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Da Vincible connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Minasian lands with a right hand.
A head kick from Da Vincible lands but Minasian takes it in his stride.
Da Vincible rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Minasian moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Minasian walks into a stiff left hand from Da Vincible.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Minasian is defended easily by Da Vincible.
Da Vincible went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T4#
Minasian jabs Da Vincible to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Minasian keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Vincible.
Da Vincible throws the left hand but Minasian avoids the punch easily.
Da Vincible lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Decent striking displayed by Da Vincible there.#TD2#
Minasian shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Minasian showed some decent athleticism there.
Minasian is looking to advance position but Da Vincible won't allow it.
Minasian missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Levon Minasian comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Minasian has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Aspire 94: Lee vs. Susi 2
Date: Dec 13, 2017

#R1#
Minasian lunges at Tanaka with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tanaka's hand.
Tanaka fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Minasian on the side of the head.
No luck for Minasian with that takedown attempt.
We've been informed that Minasian has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tanaka misses with a body shot.
Minasian gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL2#
Minasian moves into range and clinches up with Tanaka.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tanaka.
Minasian can't find room to land a body shot as Tanaka controls the action.
Tanaka working aggressively here.
Minasian pushes Tanaka back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tanaka prevents a body shot from Minasian.
Minasian lands with a right to the head.
Tanaka lands a shot to the body.
Minasian looks winded!
Minasian can't get the takedown.
Tanaka prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ken Tanaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Minasian has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tanaka is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A left hand lands to the body for Tanaka.
A right hand to the body from Tanaka.
Come on Tanaka - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A right hand to the body from Tanaka. #T1#
Nice body punch from Tanaka.
Tanaka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Minasian's elbow.
A bit of stalling here from Tanaka.
A short uppercut from Tanaka.
Tanaka presses Minasian against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tanaka lands a body shot.
Tanaka is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tanaka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Minasian's elbow.
Tanaka manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tanaka blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Minasian working aggressively here.
Minasian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tanaka struggles to land a body shot inside as Minasian controls his hands. #TD2#
Minasian successfully pulls guard.
Tanaka wants to stand but Minasian is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU#
Tanaka decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Minasian, up you get! #T2##KD#
Tanaka cracks Minasian with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Tanaka has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Minasian to stand back up!#CUT#
It looks like Levon Minasian has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD#
Tanaka sends Minasian crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tanaka is motioning to the referee to let Minasian up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Minasian is rocked!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Tanaka engages and cracks Minasian with a massive lead left hook - Minasian tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Tanaka is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ken Tanaka!
Ken Tanaka gave a mention to Aspire Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Aspire 88: Savkov v Gracie
Date: Nov 08, 2017

#R1#
Killinger swings for the body but Minasian moves out of range.
Killinger thows a left - swing and a miss!
Minasian throws a body punch but Killinger moves out of range.
Killinger keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Minasian darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Minasian sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Killinger defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Killinger is trying to stand up here but Minasian is controlling him well.
Minasian is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Minasian thows a huge punch but Killinger dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Killinger is defending against the submission attempts here by Minasian. #T1#
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Killinger definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Minasian trying to control the action but Killinger is working from the bottom.
Minasian trying to mount his opponent but Killinger defends it. #SUB2#
Minasian is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Killinger is just riding it out for now. Minasian eventually gives up the hold.
Minasian throwing shots but Killinger is blocking nicely.
Minasian stops Killinger from getting back to his feet. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Minasian is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Minasian is looking to take a break and control but Killinger is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Well, if Minasian is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Minasian is trying to control the action in half guard but Killinger is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Killinger is looking to escape.
Minasian is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Minasian trying to control but Killinger is working from the bottom.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Minasian throws a hook but Killinger blocks it.
Minasian shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Killinger pinned against the cage. Killinger gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Killinger was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Killinger looks to score with a jab to the body but Minasian is just out of range.
Killinger fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Minasian looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Killinger staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Minasian. Killinger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Minasian throws an overhand right that lands on Killinger's shoulder, as Killinger tries to avoid the shot.
Killinger lands a glancing blow to the side of Minasian's head.
Minasian staying out of range there.
Minasian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Minasian shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Killinger as he avoids it easily.
Buster Killinger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
A punch lands to the side of Killinger 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT2#
It looks like Buster Killinger has been cut.
Minasian throws a right hand that misses
enabling Killinger to counter with a crisp jab.
Killinger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Minasian manages to avoid it.
Minasian misses with a left hand
and Killinger counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Killinger.
Minasian on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Minasian is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Minasian takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Killinger misses with a wild body shot.
Minasian drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Killinger defends it well.
Killinger is looking to wear down Minasian with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Killinger as he jumps to the side.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Buster Killinger will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Buster Killinger's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL2#
Minasian has Killinger up against the cage in a clinch.
Minasian lands a left hand that snaps the head of Killinger backwards.
Killinger lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Minasian.
Minasian goes for a takedown in the clinch but Killinger prevents it.
Minasian scores with a shot to the side of Killinger's head.
Killinger blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Killinger.
Minasian fails to pull guard.
Minasian tries to pull guard but Killinger won't allow it.
Buster Killinger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
Minasian lands a right hand that snaps the head of Killinger backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Killinger can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.
Minasian's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD2#
Minasian decides to pull guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU#
Killinger gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Minasian misses with a straight left.
Killinger went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Killinger jabs Minasian right on the nose. Minasian blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Killinger misses the body punch
and Minasian counters with a straight right hand.
Minasian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killinger.
Minasian wants to counter with a clinch but Killinger pushes him away.
Minasian lands a lovely overhand right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Killinger darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Buster Killinger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Killinger clobbers Minasian with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Minasian lands a really nice looking cross but Killinger seems unphased.
Nice straight punches there by Minasian. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Minasian.
Minasian on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Killinger walks into a stiff left hand from Minasian.
Minasian has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Killinger throws the left hand but Minasian avoids the punch easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minasian scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Killinger digs a good body shot into Minasian's ribs.#T2#
Killinger swings for the body but Minasian moves out of range.
Killinger misses with a looping left.
Minasian throws a hook but Killinger avoids it easily.
Killinger throws a lazy right hand but Minasian sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Minasian! But no joy.
Killinger jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Minasian throws a jab but it's blocked by Killinger.
Minasian scores with a nice head shot.
Minasian has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Minasian there as he acknowledges the shot.
Killinger misses with an uppercut. Minasian saw that one coming.
Killinger throws a series of punches but Minasian moves out of range.
Minasian is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Killinger looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
Killinger takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT2#
Buster Killinger's cut is getting worse.
Minasian misses with a body shot.
A jab from Killinger finds it's way through Minasian's defenses.
Killinger moves away from the strike by Minasian.
Minasian throws a looping overhand right but Killinger ducks down to avoid it.
Killinger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Minasian lands with a shot to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Killinger as Minasian shoots in.
Minasian misses with a hook
and Killinger counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Killinger misses the jab.
Minasian might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A big left from Killinger misses.
Minasian slips under a jab.#T4##TD2#
Minasian bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Killinger bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Minasian takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Killinger lands a lovely overhand right.
Minasian connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Killinger tries to move into range but Minasian moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Killinger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Minasian manages to avoid it.
Minasian tries for a takedown but Killinger sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Minasian digs a good body shot into Killinger's ribs.
Minasian avoids the body shot from Killinger.
Minasian just misses with a punch to the body.
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 Buster Killinger will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Buster Killinger's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Killinger throws a lazy uppercut
and Minasian counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Minasian darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Minasian throws a looping overhand right but Killinger ducks down to avoid it.
Minasian clobbers Killinger with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Killinger misses with a body shot.
Killinger just misses with a punch to the body.
Minasian misses with a left hand
and Killinger counters with a right hand to the body.
Minasian lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killinger.
Some wild striking there from Killinger.
Minasian throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Killinger to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Killinger tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Minasian was well out of range. Poor timing from Killinger.
Killinger scores with a nice strike.
Minasian throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Killinger went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Minasian throws a shot from downtown. Killinger moves away and avoids it.
Killinger throws a big counter combination but Minasian scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Minasian misses with a left hand
and Minasian takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Killinger takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#
Buster Killinger's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Minasian's corner calls for a 1-2. Minasian obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Minasian looks to land a right hand but Killinger moved out of range.
Killinger went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Killinger missing with a left hand there. Minasian was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Minasian closes this distance looking for a takedown but Killinger circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Killinger misses the target.
Minasian takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown but Killinger shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buster Killinger is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Minasian takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Killinger misses with a body shot.
Minasian wants to counter the offense by Killinger and move into the clinch position.
Killinger lands a head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Killinger lands a jab to Minasian's midsection.
Minasian misses with a hook. Killinger ducked under it nicely.
Killinger went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Minasian fails in his attempt to clinch.
Killinger misses with a wild body shot.
Killinger looks to score with a jab to the body but Minasian is just out of range.
Minasian darts in trying to clinch
and Killinger counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Minasian throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Levon Minasian has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Minasian looks to land a right hand but Killinger moved out of range.
Jab from Killinger.
Killinger takes a swing at Minasian's ribcage but misses.
Killinger swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minasian or perhaps it was just good defense by Killinger, which made it look bad.
Buster Killinger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
Killinger throws an overhand right that lands on Minasian's shoulder, as Minasian tries to avoid the shot.
Minasian throws a hook but Killinger avoids it easily.
Killinger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Minasian manages to avoid it.
Minasian throws the left hand but Killinger avoids the punch easily.
Killinger is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Minasian avoids the body shot from Killinger. #T4#
Killinger throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Minasian sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A combination from Minasian does no damage.
Good exchange - Killinger coming out on top.
Minasian has a takedown stuffed.
Killinger fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Killinger scores with a shot to the body.
Minasian wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Killinger's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Killinger duly obliges.
Minasian looks to land a right hand but Killinger moved out of range.
Minasian scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Killinger doesn't seem bothered though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Buster Killinger showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Killinger, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Aspire 85: Hardy v Savkov
Date: Oct 22, 2017

#R1#
Minasian slips a jab and a cross from Tanaka.
Minasian's coach down at Gym Amsterdam was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Minasian's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tanaka throws a looping overhand right but Minasian ducks down to avoid it.
Tanaka with a nice cross.
Tanaka misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Minasian.
Minasian looks to land a combination but Tanaka avoids it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tanaka. Minasian does a little dance to reset his feet.
Minasian shoots in but no luck this time.
Tanaka scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tanaka moves out of range of the strikes.
Minasian keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Minasian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tanaka.
Tanaka lands a really nice looking cross but Minasian seems unphased.
Minasian takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tanaka darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tanaka takes one on the button.
Minasian avoids the body shot from Tanaka.
Tanaka scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC#
Minasian is rocked!#T1#
Minasian keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tanaka.
Tanaka thuds a left hand into Minasian's body.
Minasian shoots in for a double leg but Tanaka sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Minasian throws a jab when Tanaka was well out of range.
Tanaka misses with a body shot.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown but Tanaka shows good takedown defense.
Ken Tanaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
Tanaka misses with a body shot.
Minasian works Tanaka's body with a nice hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Minasian misses the target.
Tanaka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Minasian moves away.
Minasian is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tanaka tries to clinch but Minasian is having none of it.
Tanaka takes one on the button.
We've been told by Tanaka's head coaches at Cozad MMA Amsterdam that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Minasian throws a jab but it's blocked by Tanaka.
Tanaka on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Minasian takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ken Tanaka is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tanaka slips under a jab.
Tanaka is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Tanaka just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tanaka throws a good cross that connects.
Tanaka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Minasian.
Minasian gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Minasian is still on wobbly legs! Can Tanaka finish him?
Tanaka throws a hook but Minasian blocks it.
Minasian seems to have recovered his senses.
Minasian connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tanaka digs a good body shot into Minasian's ribs.
Tanaka throws a monster overhand right that drops Minasian! Tanaka follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ken Tanaka!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Ken Tanaka waved his t-shirt featuring Aspire Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Aspire 82: Brophy v Boston
Date: Oct 11, 2017

#R1#
Bishop slips under a jab.
Bishop's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Minasian connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bishop scrambles back to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Bishop as Minasian shoots in.
Bishop dips to his left and cracks Minasian with an uppercut!
Bishop scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A slapping body kick lands there for Bishop.
Bishop misses with a looping left.
We've been told by Bishop's head coaches at Hey Steves Fight Shack that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bishop jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Minasian looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bishop doesn't manage to clinch there - Minasian circles away.
Bishop misses the jab.
Minasian looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Minasian scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Minasian as he connects with a hook.
Minasian misses with a body shot.
Keith Bishop is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bishop blocks a jab.
Bishop scores with a punch to the head.#KD#
Bishop feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Minasian sprawling to the canvas! Minasian rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Bishop finish him?! #ROC#
Minasian is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Minasian misses with a straight left.
Minasian is still on wobbly legs! Can Bishop finish him?
Minasian punishes Bishop's body with a nice straight punch.
Minasian seems to have recovered his senses.
Bishop moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bishop dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Minasian. That did some damage!
Bishop misses with the combination.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Bishop moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Minasian! Bishop continues to tee off on Minasian, landing with a left and a right! Bishop connects with a right hand that leaves Minasian sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Bishop!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Keith Bishop!
A very excited looking Keith Bishop made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Aspire 73: Mazzini v Yew
Date: Sep 10, 2017

#R1#
Ragnarson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Minasian at a distance. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Minasian blocks a body shot from Ragnarson. #TD2#
Minasian gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Minasian tries to free his leg and advance position but Ragnarson is retaining full guard.
Minasian postures up and lands a big shot to Ragnarson's brow.
Minasian engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Ragnarson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Ragnarson keeps moving.
Ragnarson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Minasian with a nice head shot there.
Ragnarson trying to keep a closed guard but Minasian is proving a slippery customer.
Minasian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Ragnarson keeps moving.
Minasian is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Minasian works over Ragnarson with some ground and pound from guard.
Minasian postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Minasian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ragnarson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Minasian throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Minasian trying to control but Ragnarson is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Minasian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Minasian might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ragnarson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Minasian's coach down at Gym Amsterdam was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Minasian's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Minasian throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ragnarson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Minasian misses with the combination.
Minasian shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ragnarson eats them both and turns towards Minasian to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Minasian takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A low kick from Ragnarson is predictable there #TD2#
so Minasian counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Minasian throwing strikes but missing.
Minasian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ragnarson trying to keep a closed guard but Minasian is proving a slippery customer.
Minasian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Minasian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ragnarson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Minasian throws a strike but Ragnarson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Minasian has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ragnarson has passed into side control.
Ragnarson trying to control the action but Minasian is working from the bottom.
Minasian is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Minasian is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ragnarson off and has taken his back!
Even with his hooks in, Minasian manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Ragnarson surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
Ragnarson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Minasian. #SUB2#
Minasian is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ragnarson is defending well though. Minasian let's go of the attempt for now.
Minasian thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian 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#
Ragnarson throws a body punch but Minasian moves out of range.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Minasian bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ragnarson's head backwards.
Ragnarson throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Minasian counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Minasian is looking to stall here but Ragnarson recovers full guard.
Ragnarson keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Minasian stands up over Ragnarson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Minasian distracts Ragnarson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian throws an elbow that misses. Ragnarson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Minasian's guard. Nice move by Ragnarson!#REVR##SUB2#
Minasian looking for a guillotine here but Ragnarson defends easily.
Ragnarson preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB2#
Minasian throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ragnarson uses it to pass to side control.
Levon Minasian has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU#
Ragnarson decides to stand up, so the ref orders Minasian to his feet.
Ragnarson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Minasian blocks the body kick.
Ragnarson lets loose with a powerful body kick. Minasian will feel that in the morning.
Ragnarson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ragnarson tries a head kick but it misses.
Bragi Ragnarson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ragnarson closes the distance but Minasian moves to the side
and Minasian counters with a stiff right hand.
Minasian throws out a loose jab but Ragnarson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ragnarson throws a head kick that misses
and Minasian counters with a stiff right hand.
Minasian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Minasian throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ragnarson sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Minasian keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ragnarson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Minasian. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Ragnarson takes a swing at Minasian's ribcage but misses.
Minasian looks to throw the jab but Ragnarson is out of range.
Ragnarson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ragnarson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Levon Minasian seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ragnarson with a nice cross.
Minasian throws a lazy uppercut
and Ragnarson counters with a nice leg kick.
Ragnarson tries to land a body kick
and Minasian cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Minasian lands with a cross. #TD2#
Minasian shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Minasian showed some decent athleticism there.
Ragnarson wants to improve his position but Minasian is controlling well. #T3##SUB2#
Minasian is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Minasian missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Minasian is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ragnarson sees it coming and defends easily.
Minasian thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ragnarson's head.
Minasian is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Minasian is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Minasian throws a strike but Ragnarson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Minasian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Minasian throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Minasian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ragnarson is keeping the position for now.
Ragnarson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Minasian postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Minasian trying to control but Ragnarson is working from the bottom.
Minasian landing with the ground and pound.
Ragnarson is trying to control the position but Minasian postures up.
Minasian in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Minasian trying to control but Ragnarson is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Minasian drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Minasian postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Minasian throwing strikes but Ragnarson manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Minasian is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Minasian tries to get to full guard but Ragnarson has control of the leg.
Minasian wants to get back to full guard but Ragnarson has passed into side control.
Minasian dodges the ground and pound from Ragnarson.
Minasian wants to control but Ragnarson postures up.#T1#
Minasian tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ragnarson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Minasian manages to get back to half guard.
Minasian tries to get to full guard but Ragnarson has control of the leg.
Ragnarson content to control rather than advance.
Ragnarson prevents Minasian from improving his position.
Minasian is trying to control but can't.
Ragnarson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Minasian does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Minasian is looking for a sweep. Ragnarson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Minasian is looking to control Ragnarson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Minasian avoid being mounted?
Minasian is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Minasian makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Minasian.
Minasian has his hands on Ragnarson's head, controlling the position.
Let's hope that Minasian has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Minasian throws out a powerful jab.
Ragnarson stuffs the takedown attempt from Minasian. Minasian gets slowly back to his feet.
A bone on bone clash there as Minasian blocks the leg kick.
Bragi Ragnarson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Decent striking displayed by Ragnarson there.
Ragnarson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Minasian is out of range and Ragnarson settles back down.
Ragnarson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ragnarson throws a front kick aimed at Minasian's knee but Minasian avoids it well.
Ragnarson lands a front kick.
Ragnarson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ragnarson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Minasian was well out of range. Poor timing from Ragnarson.
Ragnarson misses the shot to the body. #T4#
A low kick from Ragnarson is predictable there #TD2#
and Minasian decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Ragnarson's guard.
Minasian 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.
Minasian is continuing to stall.
Minasian looking to pass the guard.
Minasian passes into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Still in half guard, Minasian seems content to control.

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 Bragi Ragnarson.
I think Minasian has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levon Minasian!
A very excited looking Levon Minasian made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Aspire 66: Casper vs Mazzini
Date: Aug 13, 2017

#R1#
Minasian misses with an uppercut.
Cinotti takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Minasian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cinotti was well out of range. Poor timing from Minasian.
Minasian misses with a looping left.
Cinotti throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Minasian counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cinotti!
Minasian working away.
Cinotti is looking for a sweep.
Sloppy strikes there by Minasian.
Cinotti takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Minasian trying to control the action but Cinotti is working from the bottom.
Cinotti tries to buck Minasian off but Minasian is having none of it.
Cinotti is still trying to improve position.#T1#
Minasian working the ground and pound from side control.
Cinotti is looking for a sweep.
Cinotti is trying to control Minasian's posture but Minasian avoids it.
Minasian landing a few strikes.
Cinotti taking a bit of punishment here - Minasian scoring with strikes.
Minasian tries to advance to mount but Cinotti denies him.
Cinotti is looking to regain half guard here but Minasian keeps moving and retains side control.
Minasian lands a decent elbow from side control.
Minasian working away.
Cinotti felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Minasian remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Minasian is looking to take a break and control but Cinotti is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Cinotti takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Minasian misses with the ground and pound.
Minasian creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Cinotti sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Minasian trying to control the position but Cinotti is working away.
Minasian has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Minasian in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB#
Minasian is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cinotti has escaped the position, nice work there.
Minasian throws an elbow but Cinotti slips to the side and avoids it well.
Minasian trying to control the action but Cinotti is working from the bottom.
Cinotti managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Minasian.
Minasian wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cinotti keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Minasian working the ground and pound but Cinotti is defending the strikes.
Minasian has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Cinotti!
Minasian can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cinotti is looking to escape.
Cinotti is trying to escape the mount.
Cinotti regains half guard.
Minasian is trying to control. Cinotti wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cinotti holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Minasian thows a huge punch but Cinotti dodges it nicely.
Minasian is looking to take a break and control but Cinotti is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cinotti has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Minasian is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Cinotti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Minasian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Well, if Minasian is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Cinotti wants to control but Minasian is keeping busy.
Cinotti might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Minasian haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minasian prevents Cinotti from improving his position.
Cinotti wants to control but Minasian is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian dominated that round.
That's time! Minasian's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Minasian gets a double leg takedown into Cinotti's guard.
Minasian works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Minasian moves nicely into side control.
Minasian landing strikes.
Minasian working the head and body with strikes.
Cinotti stops Minasian from passing to mount.
Minasian wants to control but Cinotti is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Minasian swings around for an armbar but Cinotti sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Minasian's guard.
Minasian bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cinotti's guard. #REVR#
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!
Minasian throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cinotti works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Minasian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cinotti swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Minasian won't allow Cinotti to sweep him here. #T1#
Minasian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Cinotti keeps moving.
Minasian content to stall in guard here.
Cinotti is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cinotti striking from his own guard.
Minasian sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Minasian with a flurry of punches that miss.
Minasian is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Minasian throws a strike but Cinotti rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T2#
Cinotti scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Cinotti must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Minasian managing to control the position.
Minasian wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Minasian had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cinotti defends it easily.
Minasian is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Cinotti slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Minasian throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cinotti works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cinotti working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Minasian makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Minasian lands a couple of elbows.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Cinotti keeps moving.
Minasian tries to free his leg and advance position but Cinotti is retaining full guard.
Cinotti trying to control the position.
Minasian looking to pass the guard.
Levon Minasian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cinotti not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Minasian with a flurry of punches that miss.
Minasian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Minasian postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Cinotti 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.
Minasian landing some decent shots from guard.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Cinotti keeps moving.
Minasian is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cinotti can do to turn this around?
Minasian passes Cinotti's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cinotti striking from half guard on the bottom.
Minasian trying to control the action but Cinotti is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian dominated that second 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!
#R3#
Minasian scores with a jab to the head.
Cinotti connects with a looping right hand.
Minasian walks forward, straight into a front kick from Cinotti.
Cinotti connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cinotti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Minasian.
Minasian misses with a body shot.
Cinotti throws a leg kick #TD#
so Minasian counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Cinotti keeps moving.
Cinotti has his hands on Minasian's head, controlling the position.
Minasian postures up.
Minasian controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Minasian wants to pass the guard but Cinotti is keeping the position.#T1#
Minasian wants to control from the top but Cinotti keeps moving.
Minasian 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.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Cinotti keeps moving.
Cinotti utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cinotti wants to sweep here but Minasian controlling him for the moment.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Cinotti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A jab lands there for Minasian.
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cinotti fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Minasian looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cinotti throws a leg kick #TD#
and Minasian decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cinotti's guard.
Cinotti looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Minasian is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Minasian has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Cinotti 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.#T3#
Cinotti keeping full guard, as Minasian tries to pass.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Minasian.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Minasian throws a lazy right hand but Cinotti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Minasian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cinotti was well out of range. Poor timing from Minasian.
Cinotti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Minasian throws out the jab.
Cinotti walks into a jab.
Cinotti leaves Minasian with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rodolfo Cinotti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Minasian lands a really nice looking cross but Cinotti seems unphased.
Cinotti throws a leg kick #TD#
and Minasian counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Cinotti is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Cinotti is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Minasian pulls his head out easily.
Minasian wants to free his trapped foot but Cinotti is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cinotti trying to control from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Still in half guard, Minasian seems content to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Levon Minasian showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Minasian has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Aspire 46: Orsini vs Ramon
Date: Jun 23, 2017

#R1#
Castillo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Minasian throws a hook but Castillo blocks it.
Castillo lands a right hook to the body.
Minasian scores with the left hand. Castillo knows he should have avoided that one.
Minasian darts in looking for a takedown but Castillo gets double underhooks and turns Minasian into the cage.
Minasian shoots for a double leg takedown but Castillo sprawls well. He's pushed Minasian's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Castillo. Minasian does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Minasian shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Castillo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Castillo is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB2#
Minasian is trying to get an arm triangle but Castillo is defending well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Minasian tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Minasian tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Castillo dodges the ground and pound from Minasian.#SUB2#
Minasian goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Castillo rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Minasian's guard! Nice work there by Castillo! #SUB2#
Minasian throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Castillo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Minasian on the ground.
Castillo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Castillo gets to his feet. Minasian looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2##KD#
Castillo lands a big head kick that sends Minasian tumbling to the mat! Castillo takes a step backwards and waves Minasian back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Minasian is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Levon Minasian has been cut.
Castillo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Minasian is still on wobbly legs! Can Castillo finish him?
Ricardo Castillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Minasian pushes Castillo up against the cage in a clinch.
Castillo lands a body punch.
Castillo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Minasian blocks it with crossed arms.
Castillo blocking some punches.
Castillo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Castillo comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Castillo throws a big uppercut that drops Minasian! More strikes from Castillo and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Minasian lies dazed against the cage as Castillo celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricardo Castillo!
Our winner, Ricardo Castillo, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CCR 80
Date: Apr 28, 2017

#R1##CL#
Minasian has Zigaman up against the cage in a clinch.
Minasian misses with a punch to the body.
Minasian drops down looking for an ankle pick but Zigaman pulls his leg out and moves away.
Minasian throws a lazy right hand but Zigaman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Minasian has a takedown stuffed.
Minasian scores with a jab.
A jab lands there for Zigaman.
Zigaman feints and then cracks Minasian's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Minasian down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Zigaman misses. #TD2#
Zigaman shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Zigaman showed some decent athleticism there.
Minasian tries to roll over but Zigaman keeps him under control.#T1#
Minasian is pressing down on Zigaman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Minasian manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zigaman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Minasian sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Minasian distracts Zigaman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Zigaman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minasian manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Minasian lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Zigaman wants to sweep but no luck.
Zigaman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Minasian's guard. #REVB#
Minasian looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zigaman is one step ahead there. #T2#
Zigaman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Zigaman preventing the sweep.
Zigaman postures up.
Minasian is controlling Zigaman's posture.
Minasian tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Minasian controls Zigaman momentarily but Zigaman frees himself.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Zigaman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Minasian is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zigaman makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zigaman.
Zigaman looking for a sweep. Not yet Zigaman, not yet.
Zigaman keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Zigaman keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Zigaman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Minasian doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Minasian manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Zigaman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Minasian is aware though and is defending well.
Minasian works over Zigaman with some ground and pound from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Zigaman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zigaman is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Minasian passes Zigaman's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Zigaman has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Minasian is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Minasian working over Zigaman with some ground and pound. Zigaman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T4#
Zigaman is looking for a sweep. Minasian is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Minasian wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zigaman keeps working.
Zigaman is trying to get back to full guard.
Minasian is trying to control. Zigaman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Minasian wants to pass the guard but Zigaman is defending well.
Zigaman is refusing to be controlled, as Minasian sits in half guard.
Minasian prevents Zigaman from improving his position.
Zigaman is pressing down on Minasian's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zigaman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zigaman has momentary wrist control but Minasian slips an elbow through the middle.
Minasian has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Zigaman looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Levon Minasian will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Minasian uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zigaman.
Minasian throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zigaman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Zigaman thuds his right hand into Minasian's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Zigaman shoots for a double leg takedown but Minasian sprawls well. He's pushed Zigaman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It looked like Minasian wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zigaman slaps away a takedown attempt from Minasian, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A big left from Zigaman misses.
Minasian moves out of range of the strikes.
Zigaman misses with a hook #TD#
and Minasian decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Zigaman's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zigaman throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Zigaman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zigaman controls Minasian momentarily but Minasian frees himself.
Levon Minasian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Minasian postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1##SUB2#
Zigaman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Minasian lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Minasian stopping the sweep attempt from Zigaman.
Minasian cracks Zigaman with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Zigaman working for a triangle but Minasian defends it easily.
Minasian won't allow Zigaman to sweep him here.
Minasian landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Zigaman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zigaman keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Zigaman looking for a guillotine here but Minasian defends easily. #T2#
Minasian content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Zigaman being controlled here, momentarily.
Minasian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zigaman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Minasian 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.
Minasian content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Zigaman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Minasian sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Zigaman's guard.
Zigaman taking some punishment here, with Minasian in his half guard.
Zigaman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Zigaman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zigaman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Minasian lands a couple of digs.
Minasian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Zigaman 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.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Zigaman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Zigaman's guard.
Minasian controlling the pace.
Zigaman tries to get to full guard but Minasian has control of the leg. #T4#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Minasian lands a nice short elbow.
Zigaman is trying to get back to full guard.
Minasian seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Zigaman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Minasian lands a nice short elbow.
Zigaman wants to improve his position but Minasian is controlling well.
Minasian trying to control the action but Zigaman is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zigaman wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Minasian looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Minasian working over Zigaman with some ground and pound. Zigaman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian dominated that second 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!
#R3#
Zigaman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Minasian defends well and Zigaman ends up having to push Minasian into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Minasian was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Minasian with a hook.
Zigaman scores with a punch to the head.
Zigaman works Minasian's body with a nice hook.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Minasian here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Minasian throws a hook but Zigaman blocks it.
Zigaman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Minasian.
Minasian has been working on his balance at Gym Amsterdam, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Zigaman.
Zigaman lands a head shot.
Zigaman misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Zigaman swivels and escapes.
Zigaman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Minasian shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Zigaman manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Minasian trying to control but Zigaman is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Minasian wants to control from the top but Zigaman keeps moving.
Zigaman 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.#SUB#
Minasian is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Zigaman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Minasian is trying is best to control the position here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Minasian manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Minasian wants to sweep here but Zigaman controlling him for the moment.
Zigaman throws a big elbow that misses.
Minasian looking to control.
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Minasian manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zigaman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Minasian wants to control from the top but Zigaman keeps moving.
Zigaman wants to sweep here but Minasian controlling him for the moment.
Minasian is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zigaman keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Zigaman 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.
Minasian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zigaman is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Minasian stopping the sweep attempt from Zigaman.
Minasian is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Zigaman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minasian is one step ahead there.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Zigaman keeps moving.
Minasian not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Zigaman throws a hook to the side of Minasian's head but Minasian sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Minasian thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zigaman throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Minasian holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Zigaman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
Zigaman wants to break the clinch but can't.
Zigaman blocking some punches.
Zigaman tries to circle away but Minasian has him pinned against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Zigaman.

And that's the end of the fight!
Levon Minasian showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Minasian, 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levon Minasian!
During a confident post fight interview, Levon Minasian thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Nova Zigaman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Congrats to my opponent. You may have won the battle tonight but you haven't won the war. Back to the gym on Monday in readiness for my next fight. '.

Event: CCR 77
Date: Apr 07, 2017

#R1#
Bellwether just misses with a punch to the body.
Bellwether shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Minasian counter with a right hand.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bellwether as he jumps to the side.
Minasian bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bellwether's head.
Bellwether connects with a crisp jab.
Minasian misses with a hook to the body
and Bellwether counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Bellwether instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bellwether.
Good body shot from Minasian.
Minasian prevents a takedown attempt there.
Minasian throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bellwethers head.
Bellwether misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Bellwether prevents the takedown attempt.
Minasian misses with a punch on the inside.
Minasian struggles to land a body shot inside as Bellwether controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Minasian.
Minasian lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bellwether backwards.
Minasian working aggressively here. #TD2#
Minasian gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
Bellwether is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Bellwether avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Minasian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Minasian tries to free his leg and advance position but Bellwether is retaining full guard.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Bellwether is trying to control the position but Minasian postures up.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Minasian preventing the sweep.
Minasian cracks Bellwether with a solid left hand.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Bellwether seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bellwether might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Minasian with a nice head shot there.
Bellwether seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Minasian postures up and lands a big shot to Bellwether's brow.
Bellwether wants to sweep but no luck.
Bellwether wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Minasian keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bellwether's head.
Bellwether is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Bellwether being controlled here, momentarily.
Minasian scoring with some ground and pound.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bellwether trying to control the position.
Minasian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bellwether wants to sweep here but Minasian controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Minasian scoring with punches to the head and body.
Minasian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bellwether is trying to control the position but Minasian postures up.
Minasian's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Minasian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Minasian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minasian lands a couple of digs.
Minasian throwing strikes from guard but Bellwether blocks nicely.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian dominated that round.
That's time! Bellwether's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A big left from Minasian misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bellwether on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bellwether tries to clinch but Minasian is having none of it.
Minasian tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bellwether defends well and Minasian ends up having to push Bellwether into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bellwether pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bellwether scores with a kick to the midsection.
Minasian throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bellwether cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bellwether throws a head kick but Minasian moves out of range.
Minasian stuffs the takedown attempt from Bellwether. Bellwether gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether connects with a solid leg kick.
Minasian works the jab nicely.
Bellwether pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Minasian. Bellwether does a little dance to reset his feet.
Minasian throws an off balance right hand
and Bellwether counters with a stiff right hand.
Bellwether lands a front kick.#CL#
Bellwether instigates a clinch.
Minasian drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bellwether pulls his leg out and moves away.
A clash of legs there as Minasian blocks the low kick.
A little jabbing left from Minasian on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bellwether avoids the body shot from Minasian.
Minasian stuns Bellwether with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bellwether takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL#
Bellwether takes the fight into the clinch.
Bellwether has a couple of punches blocked by Minasian.
A short right from Minasian on the inside.
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!
Minasian misses with some punches. #T2#
Bellwether blocks an uppercut.
Bellwether trying to stall but Minasian improves his position.
Bellwether blocking some punches.
Minasian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bellwether tries to break the clinch but Minasian is controlling the position. #TD2#
Minasian has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bellwether regains guard immediately.
Bellwether can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Minasian controls the pace.
Bellwether looking for a sweep. Not yet Bellwether, not yet.
Bellwether is adopting a defensive guard.
Bellwether 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.
Bellwether is trying to keep Minasian in close.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Bellwether not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Minasian in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bellwether trying to keep a closed guard but Minasian is proving a slippery customer.
Bellwether being controlled here, momentarily.
Minasian stands up over Bellwether, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bellwether is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Minasian lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Minasian drops back looking for a leg! Bellwether is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bellwether manages to kick Minasian off! Minasian jumps back into Bellwether's guard. #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.
Minasian stopping the sweep attempt from Bellwether.
Minasian controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Minasian throws a big elbow that misses.
Minasian is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Minasian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Minasian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bellwether swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bellwether looking to control.
Minasian trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
A big left from Minasian misses.
Bellwether darts in looking for a takedown but Minasian gets double underhooks and turns Bellwether into the cage.
Bellwether lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Minasian circles away quickly and effectively.
Minasian misses with a hook. Bellwether ducked under it nicely.
Beckett Bellwether is winning the standup battle so far.
Bellwether is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Minasian.
Minasian is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Minasian misses with a looping left.
Bellwether pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Minasian lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Minasian slips a jab from Bellwether.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bellwether misses with a hook.
Bellwether misses the body punch
and Minasian counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minasian or perhaps it was just good defense by Bellwether, which made it look bad.
Bellwether quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Bellwether wants to clinch up but Minasian keeps it at a distance.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Bellwether has managed to clinch.
Minasian is looking for a takedown.
Minasian is trying to drag Bellwether to the mat but Bellwether just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Beckett Bellwether has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bellwether gets underhooks to prevent Minasian's takedown attempt.
Minasian is pressed up against the cage. Bellwether has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Minasian down to the mat. Minasian avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Bellwether with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Minasian fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bellwether avoids it really well and circles away.
Bellwether throws a quick counter head kick but Minasian was just out of range.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Bellwether has his takedown stuffed
enabling Minasian to counter with a crisp jab.
Bellwether shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Minasian lands a jab-cross combination.
Bellwether shoots in but Minasian avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Minasian looks for a takedown but Bellwether sprawls well.
Bellwether scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Bellwether drives through and clinches with Minasian against the cage. #T3#
Minasian lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.
Minasian blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Minasian dodges an elbow strike from Bellwether.
Bellwether has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Minasian is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.
Bellwether looking for a takedown.
Minasian lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Bellwether scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bellwether working aggressively here. #T4#
Minasian tries to throw a body punch but Bellwether avoids it by throwing Minasian back against the cage.
Bellwether stalling against the cage.
Beckett Bellwether has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bellwether tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Minasian's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Minasian.
Minasian blocking some punches.
Bellwether taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Minasian throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bellwethers head.
Minasian lands a hook to the side of the head.
Minasian works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bellwether can't find room to land a body shot as Minasian controls the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Levon Minasian.
Well Minasian has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levon Minasian!
A relieved looking Levon Minasian thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.

Event: CCR 75
Date: Mar 24, 2017

#R1#
Milne scores with the left hand. Minasian knows he should have avoided that one.
Minasian works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Minasian swings widly with a right hand
and Minasian takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Minasian dodges the punch combination from Milne.
Minasian tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Milne defends well and Minasian ends up having to push Milne into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Minasian 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Minasian misses with a shot to the body
and Milne counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Milne connects with a single shot there.
Minasian tries to clinch there but Milne circles away.
Milne punishes Minasian's body with a nice straight punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Minasian keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Milne.
Minasian changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Minasian misses with a takedown attempt
and Milne cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Minasian misses with a left hand
and Milne counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Minasian closes this distance looking for a takedown but Milne circles away.
Harry Milne has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
Milne throws a half hearted mid kick.
Milne throws an overhand right that lands on Minasian's shoulder, as Minasian tries to avoid the shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minasian or perhaps it was just good defense by Milne, which made it look bad.
Milne checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Minasian fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Minasian moves out of range of the strikes.
Levon Minasian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Milne scores with a kick to the midsection.
Milne throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Minasian moves out of range of the strikes.
Minasian shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Milne defends it nicely.
As Minasian backs away, Milne returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T2#
Minasian tries for a takedown but Milne circles away easily
and Milne connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Harry Milne is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Milne throws a nice looking combination but Minasian bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And Minasian tries to counter it with a takedown but Milne pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Minasian throws a right hand that misses
and Minasian takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Milne misses with a straight right.
A low kick from Minasian is predictable there
and Milne counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Milne comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Milne is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A jab lands there for Milne.#ROC#
Minasian is rocked!#KD#
Milne sends Minasian crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Milne is motioning to the referee to let Minasian up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Minasian is still on wobbly legs! Can Milne finish him?
Minasian fails with the takedown
and Milne counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Minasian out cold! What a finish! Milne is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Harry Milne!
Harry Milne decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CCR 73
Date: Mar 10, 2017

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Minasian is defended easily by Velasquez.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Velasquez breaks the clinch.
Minasian connects with a nice looking jab.
Minasian fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Velasquez manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Velasquez does no damage.
Velasquez misses with a body shot.
Minasian lands a really nice looking cross but Velasquez seems unphased.
Velasquez misses with a double jab.
Velasquez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Minasian's head backwards.#T1#
Minasian dodges the punch combination from Velasquez.
Minasian throws a hook but Velasquez blocks it.
Minasian throws a predictable looking body shot
and Velasquez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Velasquez blocks a leg kick.
Velasquez throws out a counter right but Minasian avoids it with no problem.
Velasquez slips a jab from Minasian.
Velasquez scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Velasquez staying out of range there.
Minasian's corner calls for a 1-2. Minasian obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Velasquez looks to land a right hand but Minasian moved out of range.#TD#
Minasian closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Velasquez did well to prevent Minasian getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Velasquez is trying to stand. #T2#
Velasquez is refusing to be controlled, as Minasian sits in half guard.
Velasquez pushes Minasian off looking to stand but Minasian dives back in and keeps control.
Minasian thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Velasquez's head.
Minasian thows a huge punch but Velasquez dodges it nicely.
Velasquez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Minasian.
Minasian lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Minasian sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Velasquez defending well though.
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. Minasian connects with a nice short shot to Velasquez's temple.
Minasian lands a big elbow - Velasquez is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Minasian!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Levon Minasian!
Our winner, Levon Minasian, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
The defeated Fabricio Velasquez had this to say: 'My camp trained hard, but the better fighter won on the day. I won't let it keep me down. I'll be back, training, at the first chance I get.'.

Event: CCR 69
Date: Feb 10, 2017

#R1#
Bellwether lands with a kick to the ribs.
Minasian looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bellwether throws a body shot but no joy.
Bellwether gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Minasian counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Minasian trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bellwether seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bellwether looking for a sweep. Not yet Bellwether, not yet.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellwether looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minasian is one step ahead there.
Bellwether avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Minasian pushing down on Bellwether's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Minasian missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Minasian lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bellwether tries to kick Minasian off but Minasian keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bellwether is refusing to be controlled, as Minasian sits in half guard.
Minasian is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bellwether is defending against the submission attempts here by Minasian.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bellwether keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Bellwether is trying to stand.
Bellwether is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Minasian scores with a couple of nice shots.
Minasian lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bellwether tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Minasian has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
The referee warns Bellwether that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bellwether is trying to stand.
Minasian working the ground and pound effectively.
Bellwether regains half guard.#T3#
Bellwether is trying to maintain the position but Minasian is very close to passing his half guard.
Bellwether on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bellwether has hold of Minasian's hands but Minasian slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bellwether works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Bellwether looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Minasian wants to pass the guard but Bellwether is keeping the position.#T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Minasian prevents Bellwether from getting back to his feet.
Minasian throwing strikes from guard but Bellwether blocks nicely.
Minasian 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.
Minasian lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Minasian engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Minasian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bellwether working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Levon Minasian 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#
Bellwether throws a sloppy head kick and Minasian moves out of range easily.
Minasian fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bellwether is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bellwether lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Minasian has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Minasian and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bellwether throws a right and a left that Minasian avoids nicely.
Bellwether misses with a wild combination.
Bellwether scores with a head kick. Minasian tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Minasian jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Bellwether closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Minasian to the mat! Minasian manages to get full guard.
Minasian wants to sweep but no luck.
Bellwether wants to control from the top but Minasian keeps moving.
Bellwether engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Minasian looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Minasian wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bellwether pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Minasian is keeping the position for now.
Bellwether wants to control from the top but Minasian keeps moving.
Minasian lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bellwether wants to stand and escape but Minasian is having none of it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Minasian content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bellwether keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
Minasian works over Bellwether with some ground and pound from guard.
Minasian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Bellwether is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Minasian is controlling him.
Minasian throws a big elbow that misses.
Minasian working some strikes from top position.
Minasian trying to control but Bellwether is working from the bottom.
Minasian controlling from the top position.
Bellwether is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Minasian landing some decent shots from guard.
Minasian stands up over Bellwether, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Minasian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Minasian with a nice head shot there.
Bellwether wants to stand and escape but Minasian is having none of it.
Minasian postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bellwether looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minasian is one step ahead there.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Bellwether avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Minasian wants to control from the top but Bellwether keeps moving.
Minasian working some strikes from top position.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bellwether is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Minasian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bellwether is keeping the position for now.
Minasian pushes down on Bellwether's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bellwether is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Minasian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Levon Minasian will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Minasian avoids the head kick by Bellwether.
Minasian tries to close the distance and clinch but Bellwether swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bellwether loads up on a big right hand but Minasian slips the punch.
Bellwether moves out of range as Minasian strikes.
Bellwether tried to counter with a leg kick but Minasian avoided it.
Minasian throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bellwether's waist but Bellwether gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Minasian off to one side.
Minasian tries to clinch but Bellwether is having none of it.
Minasian slips a straight right by Bellwether.
Minasian tries to clinch there but Bellwether circles away.
Bellwether dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Minasian. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Bellwether as Minasian shoots in.
Minasian with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bellwether to score with a decent uppercut.
Minasian thows a leg kick but Bellwether checks it
and Bellwether counters with a flying knee. Nice. #TD#
Bellwether fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Minasian sprawls well initially but Bellwether persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T1#
Minasian is trying to maintain the position but Bellwether is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bellwether seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for an arm triangle but Minasian is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Minasian is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
It looks like Bellwether is going to stand back up.
Minasian is looking to control Bellwether's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Minasian avoid being mounted?
Minasian has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Bellwether wants to work for an arm triangle but Minasian is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Beckett Bellwether has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Minasian tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Bellwether has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #SUB#
Minasian defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Bellwether.
Bellwether prevents Minasian from getting the reversal.
Minasian tries to lock up and control but Bellwether gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Minasian is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Bellwether is working for a guillotine from mount but Minasian frees his head quite easily.
Bellwether prevents Minasian from getting the reversal.
Levon Minasian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Minasian regains half guard.
Minasian moves into full guard.
Bellwether being controlled here momentarily.
Bellwether tries to free his leg and advance position but Minasian is retaining full guard.
Bellwether throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Minasian works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bellwether being controlled here momentarily.
Levon Minasian has got the better of the ground game so far.
Minasian looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #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.
Minasian has his hands on Bellwether's head, controlling the position.
Minasian is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Minasian takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bellwether is trying to stand back up but Minasian is controlling him
Minasian takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bellwether is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Beckett Bellwether showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Minasian has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Levon Minasian!
A very excited looking Levon Minasian made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.

Event: CCR 66
Date: Jan 20, 2017

#R1##CL#
Kuklinsky darts in and clinches Minasian up against the cage.
Minasian is trying to drag Kuklinsky to the mat but Kuklinsky just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Minasian misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Kuklinsky on the inside.
Minasian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Minasian wants a takedown but no success here.
Kuklinsky lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kuklinsky lands a left hand.
Minasian blocks a body shot from Kuklinsky.
Kuklinsky makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kuklinsky tries a body shot but Minasian blocks it.
Minasian is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Richard Kuklinsky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Levon Minasian.
Minasian prevents a body shot from Kuklinsky.
Kuklinsky lands a left hand.
Minasian is looking for a takedown.
Kuklinsky effectively controlling the action here.
Minasian is working for takedown but Kuklinsky is calmly controlling the position for now.
Minasian tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuklinsky's elbow.
Minasian swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuklinsky uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Minasian tries to score a body lock takedown but Kuklinsky shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T1#
Kuklinsky trying to stall but Minasian improves his position.
Kuklinsky lands a hook to the side of the head.
Minasian scores with a shoulder strike.
Kuklinsky lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kuklinsky lands with a right to the head.
Kuklinsky throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Minasians head.
Kuklinsky controlling the action here for a moment.
Kuklinsky misses with a punch to the body.
Minasian misses with a punch on the inside.
Kuklinsky misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kuklinsky tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Minasian's elbow.
Minasian tries to score a body lock takedown but Kuklinsky shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kuklinsky lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kuklinsky lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kuklinsky doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuklinsky works on Minasian's body with a couple of short punches.
Minasian looks winded!
Minasian prevents a body shot from Kuklinsky.
Kuklinsky lands a body shot in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice left hand lands by Kuklinsky.
Kuklinsky lands a shot to the body.#T2#
Good body shot from Kuklinsky.
Kuklinsky lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kuklinsky gets through Minasian's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kuklinsky lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#
Minasian is rocked!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kuklinsky creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Minasian is still on wobbly legs! Can Kuklinsky finish him?
Kuklinsky pushes Minasian back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kuklinsky lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Minasian backwards.
Kuklinsky digs a right hand into Minasian's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Minasian's gas tank.
Kuklinsky dips a shoulder and cracks Minasian with a mighty uppercut! Minasian falls back against the cage and Kuklinsky unloads with a barrage of strikes! Minasian is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Kuklinsky screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Richard Kuklinsky!
Richard Kuklinsky decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CCR 61
Date: Dec 16, 2016

#R1#
Minasian dodges the punch combination from Meida. #CL#
Minasian darts in and clinches Meida up against the cage.
Meida prevents the takedown attempt.
Minasian misses with a punch on the inside.
Meida wants to break the clinch but can't.
Minasian takes a shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Minasian fails to land.
Minasian prevents Meida from breaking the clinch.
Meida throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Minasians head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian gets through Meida's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Minasian working aggressively here.
Minasian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Meida tries to circle away but Minasian has him pinned against the cage.#T1#
Minasian wants to take the fight to the mat but Meida manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Meida is trying to push Minasian away but Minasian has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Minasian goes for a takedown in the clinch but Meida prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Levon Minasian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Meida has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Minasian changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Meida fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Minasian tries to score a power double leg takedown but Meida sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Minasian somewhat.
Meida connects with a looping right hand.
No joy there for Meida, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Minasian throws an overhand right that lands on Meida's shoulder, as Meida tries to avoid the shot.
Minasian shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Meida counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Minasian fails to land the takedown.
Meida scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Meida throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Minasian.
Minasian fails with the takedown.
Meida throws a counter combo.
Thiago Meida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Meida enables Minasian to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Meida manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Meida is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Minasian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Meida keeping full guard, as Minasian tries to pass.
Minasian is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Minasian scoring with some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Minasian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Meida keeping full guard, as Minasian tries to pass.
Minasian stops Meida from standing up.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Meida keeps moving.
Minasian might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Minasian makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Meida wants to get back to his feet but Minasian is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Minasian trying to control but Meida is working from the bottom.
Minasian passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Minasian lands a few punches from side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Meida tries to escape but Minasian is in control. #ES2#
Meida bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
An inside leg kick from Minasian misses.
Donk. Minasian catches Meida right on the button with a cross.
Some wild striking there from Meida.
Meida throws a right and a left that both miss.
Minasian feinted with a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thiago Meida 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#
Minasian misses with a hook
and Meida counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Meida. No joy for Minasian on that attempt.
Meida looks to land a combination but Minasian avoids it well.
Minasian takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Meida avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Minasian tries to clinch but Meida is having none of it.
Minasian dives in and grabs Meida's left leg, looking for a takedown. Meida pushes down on Minasian's head and hops out.
Meida throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Minasian is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meida leaves Minasian with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Levon Minasian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minasian swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Meida jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Meida rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Minasian moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Meida as he avoids it easily.
Meida has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A combination from Meida does no damage. #KD2#
Meida lands a left and a right that send Minasian crashing to the mat, dazed. Meida thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Levon Minasian has been cut.
Minasian tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Meida paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Meida falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Minasian counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Meida is staying active underneath Minasian, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Meida on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Meida is looking to escape.
Minasian scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Minasian trying to control from half guard but Meida is working away.
Meida avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Minasian. #T2#
Minasian thows a huge punch but Meida dodges it nicely.
Meida really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Minasian. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Minasian is looking for a kimura but Meida is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Minasian to get the leverage.
Minasian prevents Meida from standing back up.
Minasian thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Meida's head.
Meida wants to get back to his feet.
Minasian moves nicely into side control.
Minasian tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Minasian creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Minasian misses with the ground and pound.
Levon Minasian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Minasian lands some shots froms side control.
Meida prevents Minasian from moving into mount. #SUB#
Minasian wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Meida, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB#
Minasian working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Minasian trying to control the position but Meida is working away.
Minasian working the ground and pound but Meida is defending the strikes.
Minasian tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Meida is being controlled here.
Minasian in side control lands a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Check out the look on Minasian's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Minasian throws an elbow but Meida slips to the side and avoids it well.#T4#
Minasian is looking to take a break and control but Meida is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Meida wants to get back to his feet but Minasian drags him back down.
An elbow from Minasian crashes against the mat.
Meida wants to get back to his feet but Minasian drags him back down.
The strikes coming from Minasian are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Minasian wants to control but Meida is keeping him busy.
Minasian in side control lands a decent elbow.
Minasian creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Minasian tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Minasian is chipping away with strikes.
Meida wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
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 Levon Minasian will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Levon Minasian's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD#
Minasian fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Meida sprawls well initially but Minasian persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Meida manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Minasian keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Meida is pressed up against the cage. Minasian has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Meida down to the mat. Meida avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Thiago Meida is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Meida enables Minasian to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Meida manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Minasian stops Meida from standing up.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Meida keeps moving.
Minasian is looking to work some ground and pound but Meida has wrist control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minasian throws a big right hand that misses.
Minasian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Minasian trying to control the position from guard on top but Meida is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Minasian sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Meida's guard.
Minasian wants to pass to mount but Meida is defending the position.
Minasian wants to lay and pray for a moment but Meida keeps working.
Minasian stops Meida from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Meida is defending against the submission attempts here by Minasian.
Ground and pound from Minasian. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Minasian is trying to control. Meida wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Minasian is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Meida defends it well.
Meida is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Minasian scores with a couple of nice shots.
Minasian is looking to advance position but Meida won't allow it.
Meida looks like he's trying to stand up.
Minasian has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Minasian wants to take a breather but Meida is having none of it.
Meida is trying to stand back up but Minasian is controlling him #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Meida looks to land a combination but Minasian avoids it well. #T3#
Meida shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Minasian eats them both and turns towards Meida to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Meida throws a leg kick but Minasian sees it coming and checks it nicely. #TD#
Minasian shoots in and bounces Meida off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Meida wants to get back to his feet but Minasian is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Minasian pushes down on Meida's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Minasian is trying to work for a kimura but Meida is defending well.
Minasian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Minasian thows a huge punch but Meida dodges it nicely.
Minasian thows a huge punch but Meida dodges it nicely.
Minasian lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Meida regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Minasian.
Meida wants to get back to his feet but Minasian is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Minasian trying to control but Meida is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Meida wants to stand and escape but Minasian is having none of it.
Minasian trying to control but Meida is working from the bottom.
Meida avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Levon Minasian showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Minasian 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Levon Minasian!
Levon Minasian thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CCR 59
Date: Dec 02, 2016

#R1#
Ragnaar throws a low kick, looking for Minasian's leg but Minasian calmly moves out of range. #CL2#
Minasian has Ragnaar up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Minasian has clasped his hands together around Ragnaar's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Minasian trying to control the position but Ragnaar is working away.
Ragnaar on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ragnaar tries to get out of the position.
Minasian throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Minasian tries to advance to mount but can't.
Minasian looks up at the clock and then as Ragnaar takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Minasian smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ragnaar is pushing Minasian's head away, looking to escape. Minasian manages to hold on to the position though.
Minasian throws an elbow but Ragnaar slips to the side and avoids it well.
Minasian scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ragnaar wants to get back to his feet.
Minasian is looking to take a break and control but Ragnaar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ragnaar tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#T1##SUB2#
Minasian is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Ragnaar has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Minasian has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Ragnaar taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Minasian doesn't care though - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Levon Minasian!
A very excited looking Levon Minasian made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CCR 55
Date: Nov 04, 2016

#R1#
Kovalev throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kovalev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kovalev throws a solid leg kick but Minasian takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kovalev.#TD#
Minasian is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kovalev's half guard.
Minasian wants to free his trapped foot but Kovalev is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Minasian stalling.
Minasian 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Minasian is trying to control the action in half guard but Kovalev is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Kovalev is defending against the submission attempts here by Minasian.
Kovalev is trying to stand back up but Minasian is controlling him #T1#
Minasian is keen to just control but Kovalev is a slippery customer.
Minasian perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Minasian prevents Kovalev from standing back up.
Minasian definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Minasian moves nicely into side control.
Minasian lands an elbow.
Minasian working the ground and pound but Kovalev is defending the strikes.
Minasian working the ground and pound.
Minasian trying to control the action but Kovalev is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Minasian just content to control the position. #T2#
Minasian scores with punches from side control.
Minasian in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB#
Minasian goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kovalev rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Minasian's guard! Nice work there by Kovalev! #SUB#
Kovalev is sitting in close to Minasian's body. Minasian has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Kovalev is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Kovalev is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Minasian.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Levon Minasian!
Levon Minasian decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Peter Kovalev had this to say: 'this aint the last u seen of me!!!'.

Event: CCR 52
Date: Oct 14, 2016

#R1#
Minasian fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Minasian slips a straight right by Jones.
Minasian tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jones defends well and Minasian ends up having to push Jones into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Minasian gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Levon Minasian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A swing and a miss from Jones.
Minasian half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Minasian has his takedown stuffed
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jones defends it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones! But no joy.#T1#
Minasian has his takedown stuffed
and Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Minasian gets a clinch.
Minasian is looking to take this one to the mat.
Minasian has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jones avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Minasian jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jones walks away with a smile on his face. Minasian gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Minasian throws a jab when Jones was well out of range.
Minasian with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Minasian definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Minasian misses with a takedown attempt
letting Jones counter with a right hand. #CL#
Minasian fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones, pushing him back against the cage.#T2#
Jones prevents a takedown attempt there.
Jones blocks a body shot from Minasian.
Jones digs a right hand underneath Minasian's ribcage. Minasian let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jones can't break the clinch.
Minasian is looking for a takedown.
Jones wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Minasian has him pressed against the cage.
Minasian tries for a takedown but Jones manages to get underhooks.
Minasian is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Minasian wants the takedown. Jones is fighting it off but Minasian persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Jones's guard against the cage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones has momentary wrist control but Minasian slips an elbow through the middle.
Minasian throws an elbow that misses. Jones uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Minasian's guard. Nice move by Jones!#REVB#
Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Minasian.#T3##SUB#
Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Minasian has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Minasian's legs - danger averted.
Jones preventing the sweep.
Jones would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Minasian is looking for a triangle here but Jones uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SU2#
Jones stands up.
Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Minasian fails with the takedown
and Jones counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Minasian with a poor takedown
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Minasian is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jones's half guard.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jones tries to kick Minasian off but Minasian keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Minasian misses with a head shot. Jones uses the momentum to regain guard.
Minasian is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jones keeping moving, preventing Minasian from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Jones dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Minasian shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jones is trying to defend but Minasian finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Minasian sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though.
Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Minasian.
Jones tries to get to full guard but Minasian has control of the leg.
Jones is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Minasian scores with a couple of nice shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minasian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Minasian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jones keeping control of the position.
Minasian throwing shots but Jones is blocking nicely. #T1#
Minasian trying to control from Jones's half guard. Jones has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Jones, not yet.
Minasian throwing strikes but missing.
Minasian throwing strikes but missing.
Jones 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.
Minasian is looking to work some ground and pound but Jones has wrist control.
Levon Minasian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Minasian throwing strikes from guard but Jones blocks nicely. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Minasian tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones is retaining full guard.
Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Minasian.
Minasian throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Minasian is looking to work some ground and pound but Jones has wrist control.
Minasian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Minasian postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Minasian wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving.
Minasian throws a big right hand that misses.
Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Minasian. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minasian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Minasian throws an elbow that misses. Jones uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Minasian's guard. Nice move by Jones!#REVB##SUB#
Minasian has his foot on Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jones works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Minasian has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Minasian's legs - danger averted.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Minasian holds on and takes a little breather.
Minasian looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Jones gets to his feet - Minasian follows without any prompting.
Minasian fails with the takedown.#T4#
Minasian doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jones counters with a stiff right hand.
Johnny Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for Minasian on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Levon Minasian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jones is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Minasian with a body shot.
Jones throws a shot to the body.
A jab from Jones misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Minasian looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Minasian shoots in looking for a takedown. Jones tries to sprawl out of it but Minasian keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jones manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Levon Minasian will probably get the nod.
That's time! Minasian's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jones looks to throw the jab but Minasian is out of range.
Minasian shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for Minasian on that attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minasian or perhaps it was just good defense by Jones, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Levon Minasian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minasian misses with a takedown
and Jones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Minasian with a poor takedown
and Jones counters with a left and a right that stings Minasian.
Minasian closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Minasian pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jones appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Minasian with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL#
Minasian moves into range and clinches up with Jones.
Minasian is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC2#
Jones manages to break the clinch.
Minasian looks for a takedown but Jones sprawls well.
Minasian tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jones defends well and Minasian ends up having to push Jones into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jones is looking for the big counter here.
Minasian misses with a takedown
and Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Levon Minasian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jones scores with a decent looking hook.
Minasian has his takedown stuffed
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Minasian shoots and misses
and Jones counters with a stiff right hand.
Minasian misses with a takedown attempt
and Jones counters with a stiff right hand.
Minasian gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Minasian tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jones swivels and escapes.#T3#
Minasian misses with a takedown attempt
and Jones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Minasian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Minasian tries to counter with a takedown but Jones is quick to defend against it.
Jones keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jones lands with a nice combination. Minasian backs away looking to recover.
Minasian looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Minasian with a poor takedown
and Jones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Minasian fails with the takedown
and Jones counters with a two punch combo.
Minasian fails with the takedown
and Jones counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones misses with a looping right.
Minasian changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Minasian shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side.
Jones throws a counter combo.
Johnny Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Minasian misses with a takedown
enabling Jones to counter with a crisp jab.
Minasian shoots and misses
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Johnny Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jones has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:29
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:29

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

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