Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: TR10: ORSINI VS. MAHMOUD
Date: Feb 15, 2020

#R1#
An inside leg kick lands from Honey.
Hugh Honey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Magomedov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from Honey misses its intended target.
Honey lands a slapping body shot.
Magomedov looks to land a right hand but Honey moved out of range.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Honey.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Honey moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Honey tries a low kick but Magomedov avoids it.
Honey looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Honey misses with an uppercut
and Magomedov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Honey lands a nice shot to the body.
Honey ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magomedov moves out of range as Honey strikes.
Magomedov throws a hook but Honey blocks it.
Honey throws an off balance right hand
enabling Magomedov to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Honey throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Honey scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Honey lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Magomedov moves out of range of the body kick from Honey.
Magomedov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Honey just manages to avoid it.
Honey throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Honey throws a poor cross that misses
and Magomedov counters with a nice leg kick.
Honey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Magomedov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hugh Honey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Honey goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It appears Magomedov was looking to counter with a kick there.
Donk. Honey catches Magomedov right on the button with a cross.
Honey looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Honey has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
Honey gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Magomedov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Honey slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Magomedov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Honey has control of Magomedov's left arm, preventing Magomedov from doing any damage.
Magomedov 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.
Honey is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Magomedov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Magomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Honey utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Honey is keeping the position for now.
Honey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Honey preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Magomedov postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Honey holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Honey wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Magomedov working some strikes from top position.
Magomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Honey avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Magomedov advances position into side control!
Honey manages to work his way to half guard, despite Magomedov's best efforts.
Magomedov prevents Honey from improving his position.
Honey has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Magomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Honey keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Honey wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Honey is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Magomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Honey is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magomedov's back!
I really don't envy Magomedov right now.
Magomedov staying busy and making it hard for Honey to control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Honey has the hooks in. Magomedov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Honey tries to keep control of the position but Magomedov is staying busy.
Honey controlling well, preventing Magomedov from escaping the position.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hugh Honey will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Honey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Honey throws a series of punches but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov tried to counter with a leg kick but Honey avoided it.
Honey waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Honey misses with a looping right.
Magomedov throwing a counter right hand but Honey manages to avoid it.
Magomedov slips under a jab from Honey.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Magomedov fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Honey.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Honey prevents the takedown attempt.
Honey scores with a hook to the body.
Honey blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Honey prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Honey struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands. #T1#
A short uppercut from Honey.
A head punch on the inside from Honey fails to land.
Honey cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Honey blocking some punches.
Honey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Honey. #TD#
Magomedov ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Honey trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
Honey 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.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Honey controlling him for the moment.
Honey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Honey from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Magomedov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Honey defends it easily.#T2#
Magomedov trying to control the position.
Honey looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Honey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Honey has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Honey sitting in guard here, content to control.
Honey pushes down on Magomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Honey prevents Magomedov from improving his position.#T3#
Magomedov trying to hold on to Honey's head to control him but Honey postures up.
Honey controlling the pace.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.
Honey trying to pass the guard but Magomedov defending well. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.
Magomedov wants to improve his position but Honey is controlling well.
Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.#SUB#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Honey defends it easily.
Honey works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov tries to roll over but Honey keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hugh Honey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Honey lands with a shot to the body.
A slow jab from Honey misses its intended target.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Honey punishes Magomedov's body with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Honey.
A counter left hand to the body from Magomedov misses its target.
Honey has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Honey jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Honey throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Honey.
Honey misses with a wild combination.
Honey throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Honey swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Magomedov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A head kick misses from Honey.
A counter left hand to the body from Magomedov misses its target.
Honey chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him.
Honey looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
A jab from Honey misses.
Magomedov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magomedov thinks about countering with a body kick.
Magomedov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Honey misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Honey throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Honey moves out of range.
Honey loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from Magomedov misses its target.#T2#
Honey chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him.
Honey lunges at Magomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magomedov's hand.
Honey scores with a nice right hand.
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!
Honey thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Magomedov if he has to take too many more of those.
Honey loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Honey swings widly with a right hand
and Magomedov counters with a nice uppercut.
Honey misses with a right hand
and Magomedov counters with a left to the body.
Magomedov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Honey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Honey chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him. #T3#
Honey fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Honey misses with a looping right.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Honey sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Honey swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Honey scores with a nice strike.
Honey missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Honey.
Good standup being displayed there by Honey as he connects with a hook.
Honey throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Honey lands with a shot to the body.
Honey misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Honey cracks Magomedov with a good jab.
Honey has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Magomedov.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Honey scores with a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A cross from Honey lands.
Honey throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Honey throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Honey checks it well.
Hugh Honey seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Honey rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Magomedov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Honey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hugh Honey really dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Honey.
It looked like Magomedov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fighters circling - Honey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Honey scores with a jab to the jaw.
Honey keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Honey is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Honey connects with a nice looking jab.
Honey lands a right hook to the body. #TD#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Honey is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Honey wants to sweep but no luck.
Magomedov works over Honey with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Honey 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#
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.
Honey looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Honey looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Honey trying to control from half guard but Magomedov is working away.
Magomedov is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov is not content to let Honey control the position.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Honey passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Magomedov!
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Honey's attempts to control the action.
Magomedov tries to reverse the position but Honey maintains control.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Honey looking to control but Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Honey controlling his opponent.
Honey's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Honey controlling his opponent.
Magomedov tries to reverse the position but Honey maintains control.
Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Honey's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Honey might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Honey content just to control the position here.
Magomedov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Honey wants to control the pace but Magomedov is squirming around nicely.
Magomedov is looking to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Honey trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Honey prevents Magomedov from getting the reversal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hugh Honey dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Honey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Magomedov is looking to wear down Honey with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Honey throws a series of punches but Magomedov moves out of range.
Honey scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Honey.
Honey throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magomedov counters with a leg kick.
Honey moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A swing and a miss from Honey.
Jab by Honey.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Honey buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Honey misses with a lunging right hand
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Honey misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Honey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Honey moves away and avoids it.
Honey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good exchange - Honey coming out on top.
Magomedov tries to land a front kick but Honey steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magomedov is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Honey throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magomedov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magomedov throws a low kick but Honey moves out of range easily.
Honey appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Magomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Honey tries to avoid it but Magomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Honey to the ground. Honey escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Marat Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov lands an overhand right.
A slow jab from Honey misses its intended target.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Honey.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomedov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Honey misses with a body punch
and Magomedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Honey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Honey throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Honey swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
As Honey backs away, Magomedov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magomedov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Honey can pounce on him. #T3#
Honey fails to land with a series of punches.
Magomedov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Honey sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedov somewhat.
A punch lands to the side of Magomedov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Honey.
Magomedov attempts a counter takedown but Honey avoids it well and moves away.
A slow jab from Honey misses its intended target.
Good exchange - Honey coming out on top.
Magomedov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Honey takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Jab from Honey.
Honey lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Magomedov at a distance.
Honey throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Honey.
Honey scores with a nice right hand.
Hugh Honey is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Honey punishes Magomedov's body with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
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!
Honey misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hugh Honey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Honey winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 45:50
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 45:50
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hugh Honey!
Hugh Honey is the new lightweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Hugh Honey started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: TR7: KUBOTA VS. SITSONGRIT
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1#
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Cole.
Magomedov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Cole tries to bum rush Magomedov with a series of wild strikes but Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.
Cole lands a head kick!
Cole throws a nice inside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Cole darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Cole throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cole has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Magomedov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Cole moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Magomedov dodges the punch combination from Cole. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Cole. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov tries a quick counter leg kick but Cole is wise to it.
Magomedov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magomedov moves forwards but Cole connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Cole misses with a leg kick
and Magomedov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cole shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cole misses with a straight left.
Magomedov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Cole scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A low kick from Cole misses
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Cole throws a low kick but Magomedov avoids it.
Left hook, right uppercut from Cole.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cole getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cole.
Cole tries to move into range but Magomedov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cole scores with a nice strike.
Cole slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cole is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Cole throws a sloppy head kick
and Cole takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cole.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Cole moves out of range.
Cole waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cole.#T3#
Cole connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cole connects with a solid leg kick.
Cole fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Cole misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a shoot takedown. Cole fights it but they end up in guard.
Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cole works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Magomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cole utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Magomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Cole tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cole is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Cole working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking to advance position but Cole has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Magomedov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SU#
Cole stands up from mount. Strange move.
Cole stalks Magomedov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Magomedov's face. Magomedov staggers backwards, shaken.
Cole throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rico Cole dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Magomedov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Magomedov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Cole looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magomedov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Cole connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cole misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedov walks into a straight right hand from Cole.
Magomedov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cole stalks Magomedov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Magomedov's face. Magomedov staggers backwards, shaken.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Cole lands a leg kick that knocks Magomedov off balance momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cole ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice shot by Cole.#T1#
Cole throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Cole walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magomedov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magomedov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Cole blocks it well.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rico Cole is winning the standup battle so far.
Cole fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Cole manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Magomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cole lands with a hook. Magomedov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cole with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cole throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magomedov.
Cole connects with a leg kick. Magomedov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Rico Cole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cole throws a right hand that misses
and Cole takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov slips under a jab.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Cole. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.
A head kick by Cole misses
and Magomedov counters with a thumping low kick.
Cole throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magomedov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cole misses with a body shot
and Magomedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov throws a wild body kick that Cole sees coming a mile off.
Cole tries to land a leg kick but Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
Donk. Cole catches Magomedov right on the button with a cross.
Cole throws a leg kick which misses Magomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Magomedov tries to avoid it.
Cole falls off balance throwing a combination
and Magomedov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Cole thinking. #T3##KD2#
Magomedov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Cole sprawling to the canvas! Cole rolls over backwards and springs off the ropes and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Magomedov finish him?! #ROC2#
Cole is rocked!
Cole looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Oh Cole is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cole is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
A cross from Cole lands.
Cole seems to have got his legs back now.
Cole throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cole throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.
Nice jab there from Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov staying out of range there.
Magomedov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magomedov cracks Cole with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the ropes! Cole falls to his knees and Magomedov doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
Marat Magomedov is the new lightweight champion!
Marat Magomedov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TR4: CAMARA VS. SAADES
Date: Dec 28, 2019

#R1#
Brown throws a big shot that misses.
Brown takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Brown walks into a jab.
Magomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Brown ducks down to avoid it.
Brown tries to counter with a takedown but Magomedov is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Magomedov tries to sprawl but Brown drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brown is one step ahead there.
Brown content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Brown won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Brown postures up.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brown doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brown manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brown stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Brown won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov looking to control.
Brown is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brown is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Brown avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
Magomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Magomedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Brown working a defensive guard here.
Brown controlling Magomedov's posture.
Magomedov postures up in Brown's guard and throws a big left but Brown blocks it. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brown 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#
Magomedov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Brown wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Brown tries to pass.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet. #SUB2#
Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brown gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brown preventing the sweep.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brown controls the pace.#SUB2#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Brown is aware though and is defending well.
Brown stands and throws Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brown wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing that Brown has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Magomedov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Brown off and has taken his back!
Brown trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Magomedov misses with punches from the back. #SUB2#
Brown showing good submission defense here.
Magomedov scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brown tries to escape the position.
Magomedov is not going to allow Brown to sit and survive in this position.
Brown is really stuck here. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Brown's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Brown misses with the body kick
and Magomedov counters with a leg kick. #TD#
Brown shoots in and bounces Magomedov off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Magomedov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Brown manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Magomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Brown.
Magomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Brown has momentary wrist control but Magomedov slips an elbow through the middle.
Magomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brown is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Brown controlling Magomedov's posture.
Brown's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T1#
Brown has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Magomedov throws an elbow that misses. Brown uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Magomedov's guard. Nice move by Brown!#REVR#
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown passes into half guard.
Magomedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brown's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brown's back!
Brown trying to control the action but Magomedov just sinks the hooks in.
Brown wants to escape the position.
Magomedov is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Magomedov is not going to allow Brown to sit and survive in this position.
Brown can't escape the position. #T2#
Magomedov looking to soften up his opponent with punches. #SUB2#
Brown fending off the submission attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov punches the canvas rather than the man.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brown breaks Magomedov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brown trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov 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#
The fighters are battling for position here. Brown manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Brown bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. #REVR#
Marat Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Brown avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedov is retaining full guard. #T3#
Brown passes into half guard.
Brown content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Brown has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Brown. #SUB#
Brown is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magomedov has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brown pulls his head out easily.
Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Brown performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Brown 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. #T4##SUB#
Brown is trying to work for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Brown is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Magomedov is refusing to be controlled, as Brown sits in half guard.
Magomedov gets back to full guard.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.#SUB#
Brown drops back looking for a leg! Magomedov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Magomedov manages to kick Brown off! Brown jumps back into Magomedov's guard.
Brown advances to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Brown shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Magomedov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Brown trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Brown got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Brown has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Brown wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brown defends well.
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brown's guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov works over Brown with some ground and pound from guard.
Magomedov postures up in Brown's guard and throws a big left but Brown blocks it.
Magomedov is working Brown over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Brown wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Brown continues to stall.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Brown controlling Magomedov's posture.
Magomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Magomedov with a nice head shot there.
Brown wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Brown trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
Brown looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Brown working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov. #T2#
Brown is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Magomedov postures up in Brown's guard and throws a big left but Brown blocks it.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Magomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magomedov is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Brown is on top in guard. #REVR#
Brown won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Brown from controlling successfully.
Brown wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Magomedov has his foot on Brown's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brown works his way back into a safe position though.
Magomedov 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.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brown stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
Brown trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov is trying to keep Brown in close. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov is trying to control the position but Brown postures up. #SUB#
Brown drops back looking for a leg! Magomedov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Magomedov manages to kick Brown off! Brown jumps back into Magomedov's guard.
Brown wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
John Brown has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Magomedov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown tries to bench press Magomedov off him but Magomedov keeps the position.
Brown is working hard here to advance position.
Brown stops Magomedov from passing to mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marat Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Magomedov 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Pride FC 64
Date: Dec 04, 2019

#R1#
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Draven feints and then cracks Magomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magomedov down.
Draven throws out a leg kick but Magomedov moves out of range and Draven only half commits.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Draven.
Magomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Draven.
A little feinted left hand from Draven on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Draven throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Magomedov connects with a leg kick. Draven looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Draven moves away.
Magomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Draven on the side of the head.
Draven cracks Magomedov with a good jab.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Draven blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Draven misses the target.
Good work by Magomedov as he checks the leg kick.
Draven scores with a jab. Magomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Draven misses the target.
Magomedov missing with a left hand there. Draven was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magomedov defending well as Draven loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magomedov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Draven.
Draven throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Magomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Draven fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov cracks Draven with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Magomedov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magomedov.
Draven lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Draven throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Magomedov.
Nice defenses there by Draven.
A good leg kick by Draven.
Magomedov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Draven appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Draven tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Draven misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov throws a lazy body kick
and Draven counters with a left and a right that stings Magomedov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov lands a nice shot that snaps Draven's head back.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Magomedov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Draven throws a low kick, looking for Magomedov's leg but Magomedov calmly moves out of range.
Magomedov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magomedov, right into the meat.
Draven throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Draven takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
Draven throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An inside leg kick from Draven misses.
Draven throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magomedov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Draven walks into a left hand.
Draven bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magomedov's head backwards.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Draven manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Draven appears to be looking for a big counter.
Magomedov throws a leg kick which misses Draven's front leg but catches the back leg as Draven tries to avoid it.
Eric Draven is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov wants to land a leg kick but Draven is out of range.
Draven throws a leg kick
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Draven throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Draven walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Draven misses with a wild combination.
A solid body kick from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws out a loose jab but Draven uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Magomedov misses with a low kick as Draven jumps back.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Draven cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Draven throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Draven is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Draven circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov is looking to chop away at Draven's legs.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Draven.
Draven throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Draven misses the target.
Magomedov misses with a body punch
and Draven cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov moves out of range as Draven strikes.
A leg kick checked by Draven.
Draven bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Draven blocks the leg kick.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Draven throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov throws a body punch but Draven moves out of range. #T4#
Draven dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magomedov. That did some damage!
Draven tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Draven.
Draven lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov flicks out a counter leg kick but Draven steps away.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Draven sees it coming and checks it nicely.
The fighters circling - Draven throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Draven.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Draven throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Draven looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Draven blocks a jab.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Draven is just out of range.
Draven throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Draven swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Draven blocks a jab.
Draven is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magomedov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Draven throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
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 Eric Draven will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Draven checks a leg kick.
Draven loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Draven has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magomedov.
Draven throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magomedov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magomedov staying out of range there.
Good standup being displayed there by Magomedov as he connects with a hook.
Magomedov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Magomedov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Draven misses the jab.
Magomedov throws a chopping leg kick but Draven manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magomedov.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Draven.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Draven.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a low kick as Draven jumps back.
Draven tries to score with a low kick but Magomedov moves his leg out of the way.
Draven scores with a hook to the body. Magomedov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Draven cracks Magomedov with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Draven throws a leg kick that misses.
Draven throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Draven, right into the meat.
A nice leg kick lands there from Draven.
Draven throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov lands a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magomedov.
Magomedov defending well as Draven loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Draven.
Draven lands the left hand.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Draven sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magomedov with a jab.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Draven on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Magomedov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Draven. Draven obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Draven scores with a head kick.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Draven dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Draven is avoiding it.
Magomedov cracks Draven with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Magomedov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Draven missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magomedov cracks Draven with a good jab.
Magomedov lands a jab to the nose.
Magomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
It looked like Draven wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Draven cracks Magomedov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Draven throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Draven checks a low kick from Magomedov.
Draven paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Magomedov connects with a leg kick. Draven looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Eric Draven is winning the standup battle so far.
Draven lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Draven checks the leg kick.
Magomedov digs a good hook to Draven's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Magomedov misses the target.
A bone on bone clash there as Draven blocks the leg kick.
Draven connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Draven.
Draven throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Draven.
Magomedov scores with a jab. Draven acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Draven swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Draven moves out of range.
Magomedov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Draven counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Draven ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
A telegraphed right hand from Magomedov misses the target.
It looked like Draven wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Eric Draven has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marat Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Draven throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magomedov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Draven avoids a kick to the body.
As Magomedov backs away, Draven returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Draven.
Draven tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Draven misses with a low kick.
Draven thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Magomedov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Magomedov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Magomedov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Draven counters with a nice uppercut.
Draven swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magomedov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Draven misses with a low kick.
Magomedov lands with a nice body punch.
Draven swings and misses with a hook 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 Eric Draven will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Draven tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A clash of legs there as Draven blocks the low kick.
Nice defenses there by Draven.
Magomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Draven connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magomedov scrambles back to his feet.
Draven throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov with the counter takedown but Draven avoids it easily.
Draven lands a nice looking body shot.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Draven is avoiding it.
Draven seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Draven moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Draven connects with a crisp jab.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Draven throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses.
Draven was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Draven throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
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!#TD2#
Magomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Magomedov prevents Draven from standing back up. #T1#
Draven is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Draven is looking to escape.
Draven avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov.
Magomedov drops an elbow to the side of Draven's head.
Magomedov thows a huge punch but Draven dodges it nicely.
Magomedov wants to pass to mount but Draven is defending the position.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Draven is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #ES#
Draven manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Draven 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 Magomedov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Magomedov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magomedov feints and then cracks Draven's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Draven down.
Magomedov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Draven.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Draven cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marat Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Draven throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magomedov.
Magomedov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A good leg kick by Draven.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Draven sprawls well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Draven fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magomedov on the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Draven.
Magomedov connects with a solid leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a kick to the body.
Draven lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Magomedov at a distance.
Draven avoids the head kick by Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a front kick aimed at Draven's knee but Draven avoids it well.
Magomedov throws a hook but Draven blocks it.
Draven lands a nice hook to Magomedov's body. Magomedov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magomedov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Draven is looking to slow Magomedov down with leg kicks.
Draven looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Draven moves out of range. #T3#
Magomedov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov lands a leg kick that knocks Draven off balance momentarily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Draven.
Draven pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Draven pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Draven avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov motions for Draven to come forward. Magomedov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Draven throws out the jab.
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
Draven feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Draven fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Draven throws a head kick but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Draven misses with a leg kick.
Draven misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magomedov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Draven keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Draven.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Draven.#T4#
Draven cracks the inside of Magomedov's front leg.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Draven scores with a jab to the body.
Magomedov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Draven counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Eric Draven has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marat Magomedov.
Draven lands a jab to the nose.
Some wild striking there from Draven.
Magomedov misses with a kick to the body
and Draven counters with a slapping leg kick.
Draven keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Draven.
Draven fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Draven misses with a straight right.
Magomedov lands with a good body shot.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magomedov tries to land a leg kick but Draven saw it coming and moves away.
Draven throws a low kick, looking for Magomedov's leg but Magomedov calmly moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eric Draven showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Draven, 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Draven!
Eric Draven bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Pride FC 59
Date: Nov 13, 2019

#R1#
Draven lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Draven throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Draven throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Draven slips a jab from Magomedov.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Draven did well to prevent Magomedov getting side control.
Draven tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Draven trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Draven with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Draven is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Draven is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
Draven slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Magomedov working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Draven looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Magomedov passes into half guard. #SUB#
Draven actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Draven looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Draven wants to get back to full guard.
Magomedov works his way into side control.
Draven is looking to reverse the position.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Draven keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov landing strikes.
Draven sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Draven is concentrating on defense, preventing Magomedov from advancing position. #T2#
Draven wants to get back to full guard.
Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Draven defends it.
Magomedov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Magomedov prevents Draven from improving his position.#SUB#
Draven actively working from the bottom here.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Draven is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Draven has managed to free his arm - good work.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Draven keeps working.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Magomedov prevents Draven from improving his position.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Draven defending well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Magomedov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Draven!
Draven slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Draven is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily.
Draven is trying to stand back up but Magomedov is controlling him
Magomedov working Draven over with strikes. #SUB#
Draven is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily.
Magomedov wants to control but Draven is keeping him busy.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Draven tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Magomedov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Magomedov is trying to control. Draven wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Draven's hands, connecting with Draven's forehead.
Magomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Draven is working away.
Draven trying to control from the bottom.
Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Draven wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Magomedov working Draven over with strikes.
Magomedov is nestled in close to Draven, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Draven is looking to escape.
Draven avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov.
Magomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Draven with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Magomedov prevents Draven from improving his position.
Magomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Draven wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Draven is pressing down on Magomedov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Draven looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Magomedov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Draven on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magomedov. Magomedov obviously looking to wear him down.
Draven throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Both fighters circling a little - Magomedov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Magomedov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Draven is out of range.
Magomedov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magomedov feints a counter leg kick.
Draven pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Draven settles back down.
Magomedov dodges the punch combination from Draven.
Nice cross by Magomedov.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Draven throws a body shot but no joy.
Draven swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Draven fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Draven.
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Draven throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magomedov.
A decent looking cross lands there for Magomedov.
Eric Draven is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Draven dips to his left and cracks Magomedov with an uppercut!#T1#
A jab lands there for Draven.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov takes a swing at Draven's ribcage but misses.
Draven lands a really nice looking cross but Magomedov seems unphased.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov tries to move into range but Draven moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Magomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Draven is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Nice shot lands for Magomedov.
Draven tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Draven ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Draven sprawls well.
Draven throws a low kick but Magomedov moves out of range easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Draven pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big left from Draven misses.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
Eric Draven is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Draven avoids a kick to the body.
Draven tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Draven throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Draven stuns Magomedov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Draven misses.
Magomedov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Magomedov connects with an inside leg kick.
Draven shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Draven misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov misses with a low kick as Draven jumps back.
Draven swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Draven takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Magomedov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Draven's sensitive parts.
Magomedov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Magomedov throws a low kick but Draven moves out of range easily.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Draven.
Draven thumps Magomedov with a low kick.
Draven cracks Magomedov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov tries a low kick but Draven avoids it.
Draven swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Draven tries a head kick but it misses.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomedov ducks right into an uppercut from Draven.
Draven lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magomedov circles away quickly and effectively.
An inside leg kick from Magomedov misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Draven. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Draven's shoulder, as Draven tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Magomedov misses.
An inside leg kick from Draven misses.
Draven throws a chopping leg kick but Magomedov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Magomedov tests Draven's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magomedov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Draven on the side of the head.
Draven moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Draven lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Magomedov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magomedov.
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!
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Draven.
Draven is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov. #T4#
Draven fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Draven jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Draven's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magomedov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Draven scrambles back to his feet.
Magomedov throws a head kick but Draven moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Magomedov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magomedov.
Draven blocks the body kick.
Sloppy strikes from Draven. Those never looked like landing.
Draven takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Draven throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Draven slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov's corner calls for a 1-2. Magomedov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Draven tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Draven throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Draven lands with a slapping head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Draven misses with a looping left.
Magomedov catches Draven with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Draven.
Draven uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
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 Eric Draven will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Draven ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
A lazy left from Draven finds it's target.
Draven just misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magomedov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Draven is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Draven on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomedov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Magomedov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Draven misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Draven swinging wildly here.
Magomedov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Draven's calf.
Draven bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magomedov's head backwards.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Draven loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Draven looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Magomedov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Draven misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Draven misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
Draven scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magomedov doesn't seem bothered though.
Magomedov misses the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Draven cracks Magomedov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Draven blocks a leg kick.
Draven with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Draven is looking to counter with head kicks.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Draven.#CL2#
Magomedov moves into the clinch successfully.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Draven scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Draven is trying to force a seperation but Magomedov has the dominant position.
Magomedov gets through Draven's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Draven is pressed up against the cage. Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Draven down to the mat. Draven avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
The fighters circling - Draven throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T2#
Magomedov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Magomedov jabs Draven to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Draven takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Draven sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov swings for the body but Draven moves out of range.
Draven misses with a straight left.
A clash of legs there as Magomedov blocks the low kick.
Magomedov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Draven pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Draven throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Draven ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Draven.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Magomedov looks to land a body kick but Draven moved away.
Magomedov defending well as Draven loads up on a big left hand.
A good leg kick by Magomedov.
Magomedov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Draven connects with a nice looking jab. #T3#
Magomedov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magomedov throws a jab when Draven was well out of range.
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Draven.
Draven looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Draven swinging wildly here.
Magomedov tries to land a front kick but Draven steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD2#
Magomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Draven sprawls well initially but Magomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Draven is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Draven has hold of Magomedov's hands but Magomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
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. Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Draven's temple.
Draven is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Draven won't allow Magomedov to pass to mount.
Magomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Draven defends it.
Draven is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magomedov's back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Draven is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Magomedov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Magomedov for a finish. #SUB#
Draven working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Marat Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Magomedov defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Draven keeps control of the position as Magomedov tries to break free. #SUB#
Draven has got his arm under Magomedov's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Magomedov has spun round into Draven's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Magomedov prevents Draven from getting back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marat Magomedov.
I think Magomedov 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: Pride FC 53
Date: Oct 23, 2019

#R1#
Nice shot by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wilder's sensitive parts.
Wilder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wilder lands a nice hook to Magomedov's body. Magomedov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wilder misses with an uppercut.
Wilder throws a body kick that misses.
Wilder ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Magomedov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
Wilder looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Magomedov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Good work by Wilder as he checks the leg kick.
Wilder ducks right into an uppercut from Magomedov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomedov. Wilder does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wilder on the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magomedov moves away from the strike by Wilder.
Wilder with a nice cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Magomedov misses the target.
Magomedov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Wilder under the eye.
A jab from Wilder misses.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Wilder is just out of range.#T1#
A leg kick checked by Wilder.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Jack Wilder is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wilder lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Wilder.
Wilder ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Wilder looks to throw a body kick
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wilder.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Magomedov.
Wilder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilder.
Wilder 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.
Wilder misses with a looping right.
Wilder has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Magomedov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
That kick from Magomedov tenderised Wilder's leg. Wilder is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wilder defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Wilder throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Magomedov moves out of range as Wilder strikes.
Wilder scores with a nice head shot.
Wilder looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Wilder blocks a jab.
Magomedov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wilder defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
A punch lands to the side of Magomedov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magomedov throws a head kick but Wilder moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wilder! But no joy.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wilder.
Wilder dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wilder tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov cracks the inside of Wilder's front leg.
Magomedov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A swing and a miss from Wilder.
Wilder uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Wilder tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Wilder.
Wilder throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wilder on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Wilder.
Wilder connects with a jab.
Wilder lands the left hand.#T3#
Magomedov takes a swing at Wilder's ribcage but misses.
Wilder misses with a looping right.
Wilder throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov pushes Wilder away with a front kick.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wilder takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Wilder's shoulder, as Wilder tries to avoid the shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Magomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Wilder to the mat! Wilder manages to get full guard.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Wilder keeps moving.
Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Wilder's brow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Wilder is keeping the position.#T4#
Wilder keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov forces his way into half guard.
Magomedov throwing shots but Wilder is blocking nicely.
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Magomedov is looking to advance position but Wilder won't allow it.
Wilder trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jack Wilder will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target.
Wilder stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Magomedov clinches.
Magomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Wilder blocking some punches.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Wilder's ribcage. Wilder let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Wilder misses with a body punch.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wilder's efforts to push away.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Wilder.
Wilder's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wilder pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilder lands a right hand. #T1#
Wilder lands an uppercut.
Wilder lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Wilder breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Wilder ducks down to avoid it.
Wilder uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Wilder avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wilder 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.
Wilder throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wilder moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Wilder throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
Wilder digs a good hook to Magomedov's body.
Magomedov connects with an inside leg kick.
Magomedov stuns Wilder with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wilder ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wilder misses the shot to the body.
Wilder throws a head kick that misses.
Wilder missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wilder misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
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!
Wilder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilder throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Wilder moved away.
Magomedov throws a solid leg kick but Wilder takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magomedov.
Magomedov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Wilder bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wilder bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magomedov's head backwards.
Wilder misses the shot to the body.
Wilder throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Wilder back into the cage.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Wilder tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Wilder breaks the clinch.
Wilder looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Wilder moves forwards but Magomedov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jack Wilder seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Wilder moves away and avoids it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magomedov.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wilder misses with a straight right.
Wilder moves out of range of the body kick from Magomedov.
Wilder's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
Wilder avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Wilder's ribs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Wilder tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wilder swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magomedov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wilder is out of range.
Magomedov thumps Wilder with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Wilder.
Wilder ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wilder's guard.
Wilder working a defensive guard here.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Wilder is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wilder is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4#
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wilder is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Magomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Magomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wilder is controlling Magomedov's posture.
Wilder is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov distracts Wilder with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Magomedov postures up.
Wilder has his hands on Magomedov's head, controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Wilder clinches with his opponent.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wilder takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Wilder shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilder.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Wilder tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilder has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Wilder is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Wilder manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov throws a hook but Wilder blocks it.
Wilder needs to keep his hands up - Magomedov had a free shot at his head there.
A telegraphed right hand from Wilder misses the target. #CL#
Magomedov clinches. #T1##BC2#
Wilder pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wilder throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Wilder fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magomedov on the side of the head.
Nice straight punches there by Magomedov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magomedov.
Wilder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov lands a leg kick that knocks Wilder off balance momentarily.
Magomedov throws a poor cross that misses
and Wilder counters with a right hand to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Wilder's body. Wilder takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Wilder sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wilder misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Wilder's calf.
Wilder throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov tests Wilder's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magomedov moves out of range as Wilder strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wilder.
Wilder looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Wilder lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Magomedov blocks the leg kick. #T2#
Wilder looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A jab from Magomedov does it's job there.
Magomedov scores with a jab. Wilder acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wilder misses with a looping left.
Wilder throws a head kick that misses.
Wilder is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Wilder slips under a jab.
Wilder raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wilder was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Wilder looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wilder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice cross by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Wilder is able to avoid easily.
Wilder slips a jab from Magomedov.#TD#
Wilder gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Magomedov passes Wilder's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Wilder tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg.
Magomedov working Wilder over with strikes.
Wilder is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Magomedov wants to work for an arm triangle but Wilder is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Wilder makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Wilder.
Magomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Wilder working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Wilder's head.#T4#
Magomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Magomedov passes Wilder's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Wilder is looking to improve his position.
Wilder keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Wilder on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Wilder tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg. #SUB#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marat Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Magomedov 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marat Magomedov!
A very excited looking Marat Magomedov 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: Pride FC 49
Date: Oct 02, 2019

#R1#
Magomedov misses with an uppercut.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lermontov, right into the meat.
Lermontov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Lermontov drives through and clinches with Magomedov against the cage. #TD#
Magomedov drags the fight down to the ground.
Lermontov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lermontov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Magomedov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lermontov has Magomedov in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Magomedov defends it easily.
Magomedov trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily.
Lermontov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Magomedov trying to move into half guard but instead Lermontov has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Magomedov is looking to sweep but instead, Lermontov has passed into half guard. #T2#
Lermontov moves into full mount! Magomedov won't be happy about that! #SUB2#
Lermontov goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Magomedov turns into him and now he's in Lermontov's guard.
Lermontov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Magomedov advances to half guard. #T3#
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lermontov tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Lermontov trying to control here.
Magomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Magomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Magomedov is trying to control. Lermontov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lermontov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Magomedov.
Lermontov is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lermontov avoid being mounted?#T4#
Magomedov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Magomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Magomedov with the ground and pound from mount.
Lermontov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Magomedov moves into full mount! Lermontov won't be happy about that!
Magomedov dominating with strikes here.
Lermontov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lermontov gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a leg kick.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Magomedov throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magomedov jabs Lermontov right on the nose. Lermontov blinks but takes it well.
Lermontov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magomedov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Magomedov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lermontov doesn't seem bothered though.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lermontov misses with a low kick.
Lermontov checks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Magomedov.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Magomedov. That snapped Lermontov's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Magomedov throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lermontov's sensitive parts.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A jab from Lermontov misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Lermontov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lermontov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lermontov looking to control. #T2#
Lermontov wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Magomedov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lermontov defending well though.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position.
Lermontov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lermontov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov throws a strike but Lermontov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Magomedov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lermontov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lermontov is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Magomedov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3##SUB2#
Lermontov has an active guard here but Magomedov has managed to pass into half guard.
Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Magomedov throws a strike but Lermontov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Magomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Magomedov stands and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Magomedov tries to move to mount but Lermontov blocks the move with his legs.
Lermontov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Magomedov off and has taken his back!#T4#
Lermontov keeps control of the position as Magomedov tries to break free. #SUB2#
Lermontov is working for a rear naked choke. Magomedov is not defending it well and Lermontov has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Magomedov refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Magomedov's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Pride FC 44
Date: Sep 11, 2019

#R1#
Magomedov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Schmidt pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Schmidt settles back down.
Magomedov lands a leg kick that knocks Schmidt off balance momentarily.
Schmidt moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Magomedov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A leg kick checked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomedov lands the left hand.
Magomedov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Schmidt.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomedov takes a swing at Schmidt's ribcage but misses.
Schmidt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magomedov fakes the leg kick and cracks Schmidt in the body.
Magomedov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Schmidt's hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Schmidt as he avoids it easily.
Magomedov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fighters circling - Magomedov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Schmidt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Schmidt.
Schmidt stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Schmidt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Schmidt keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T1#
Magomedov blocks the body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Schmidt.
Schmidt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magomedov throws a fast counter high kick but Schmidt manages to duck under it in time.
Magomedov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Schmidt throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Schmidt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov scores with a jab. Schmidt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Schmidt keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magomedov throws a low kick but Schmidt moves out of range easily.
Magomedov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Magomedov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Schmidt.
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Schmidt.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Schmidt.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Schmidt is looking to land body kicks.
Schmidt scores with a kick to the body.
Schmidt misses with a body kick.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Schmidt lunges at Magomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magomedov's hand.
Schmidt misses with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schmidt misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Schmidt. #T2#
Schmidt throws a leg kick that misses.
Schmidt clobbers Magomedov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Schmidt is looking to land body kicks.
Schmidt blocks the body kick.
Magomedov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Schmidt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Schmidt looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Schmidt shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Schmidt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Schmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Schmidt feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schmidt.
Schmidt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magomedov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Schmidt counters with a nice leg kick.
Schmidt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomedov.
Schmidt with a hook.
Magomedov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Schmidt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Magomedov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Schmidt misses with a low kick.
Magomedov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Schmidt chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T3#
Magomedov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schmidt swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Schmidt moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schmidt.
Nice defenses there by Schmidt.
Magomedov lands a jab to the head.
Dieter Schmidt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Magomedov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Schmidt throws a chopping leg kick but Magomedov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magomedov! But no joy.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomedov slips a jab from Schmidt.
Magomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Schmidt.
Magomedov throws out a loose jab but Schmidt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov looks to land a body kick but Schmidt moved away.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Schmidt in his tracks.
Schmidt throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov cracks Schmidt with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target. #T4#
Schmidt with a hook.
Magomedov misses with a straight left.
Schmidt is looking to counter with a body kick.
Magomedov shoots for a takedown but Schmidt saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dieter Schmidt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marat Magomedov.
Schmidt throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov blocks a head kick by Schmidt.
Magomedov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Schmidt looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Schmidt cracks Magomedov with a good jab.
Schmidt throws a push kick but Magomedov slaps the foot to one side.
Schmidt on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Schmidt blocks a low kick nicely.
Magomedov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Schmidt throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Magomedov.
Schmidt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov moves away from the strike by Schmidt.
Schmidt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Schmidt is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Schmidt's head but Schmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An inside leg kick lands from Schmidt.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Magomedov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Donk. Magomedov catches Schmidt right on the button with a cross.
A cross from Magomedov lands.
A leg kick checked by Magomedov.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Schmidt. Magomedov shrugs it off though.
Schmidt takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Schmidt feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Magomedov's calf.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Schmidt feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Schmidt throws a front kick aimed at Magomedov's knee but Magomedov avoids it well.
Magomedov tries to score with a low kick but Schmidt moves his leg out of the way.
Schmidt feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Magomedov's calf.
Schmidt throws a push kick but Magomedov slaps the foot to one side.
Magomedov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Schmidt's ribs.
Schmidt tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov takes a swing at Schmidt's ribcage but misses.
Schmidt walks into a stiff left hand from Magomedov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab from Schmidt.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Schmidt lands the left hand.#T1#
Magomedov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Schmidt attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov blocks the body kick.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Magomedov lands with a kick to the ribs.
Schmidt goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Schmidt takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Schmidt throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Schmidt moves away
and Schmidt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab from Magomedov.
Schmidt tries to score with a low kick but Magomedov moves his leg out of the way.
Magomedov lands a leg kick that knocks Schmidt off balance momentarily.
Schmidt swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Magomedov.
Schmidt pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Schmidt settles back down.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Schmidt moves out of range as Magomedov throws a body kick.
Schmidt slips a jab from Magomedov.
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!
Magomedov blocks a leg kick.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Magomedov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magomedov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Schmidt doesn't seem bothered though.
Schmidt lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magomedov motions for Schmidt to come forward. Magomedov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Schmidt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Schmidt misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Schmidt motions for Magomedov to come forward. Schmidt throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Schmidt misses with a low kick.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Magomedov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Magomedov feints a counter leg kick.
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Schmidt takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marat Magomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov defending well as Schmidt loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov throws a leg kick that misses.
Schmidt throws a solid leg kick but Magomedov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Schmidt.
A bone on bone clash there as Magomedov blocks the leg kick.
Magomedov lands a head kick!
Magomedov throws out a leg kick but Schmidt moves out of range and Magomedov only half commits. #T3#
Schmidt lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magomedov checks the leg kick.
Schmidt misses with a straight right.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schmidt.
Schmidt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schmidt shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Schmidt counters with a leg kick.
Magomedov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magomedov, right into the meat.
Schmidt thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Magomedov if he has to take too many more of those.
Schmidt stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magomedov.
Schmidt looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Schmidt.
Magomedov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Schmidt keeps it at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schmidt will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Schmidt.
Magomedov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magomedov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Schmidt thuds a left hand into Magomedov's body.
Schmidt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Schmidt moves away from the strike by Magomedov.
Magomedov with a hook.
Schmidt checks a low kick from Magomedov.
Schmidt dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magomedov. That did some damage!
Schmidt misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into Schmidt's guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Schmidt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schmidt working a defensive guard here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Schmidt's brow.
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Schmidt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schmidt misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Magomedov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schmidt controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
Magomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Magomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Schmidt keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Schmidt working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Schmidt can't keep his opponent in guard - Magomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Schmidt blocking the ground and pound attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Schmidt tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Magomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Magomedov is trying to control. Schmidt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Magomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.
Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Schmidt defending well though. #T2#
Schmidt wants to get back to full guard.
Magomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Schmidt defends it.
Schmidt is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Magomedov unloading with bombs!
Schmidt in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T3#
Magomedov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Magomedov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Schmidt keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Magomedov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Magomedov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Schmidt hang on?
Schmidt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magomedov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Magomedov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Schmidt hang on?
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Schmidt taking shots to the head. #T4#
Magomedov is landing with some decent strikes but Schmidt is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC2#
Schmidt is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Schmidt is now in Magomedov's guard. A big mistake from Magomedov there, giving up the dominant position!
Oh Schmidt is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Schmidt wants to stand but Magomedov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Schmidt seems to have got his legs back now.#SU#
Schmidt stands and steps away. Magomedov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Dieter Schmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Schmidt throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Schmidt lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Schmidt throws the kick towards the body but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov lands with a shot to the body.
Magomedov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schmidt throws a push kick but Magomedov slaps the foot to one side.
Magomedov stuns Schmidt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomedov walks into a jab.
Schmidt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Schmidt takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marat Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Magomedov 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marat Magomedov!
An out of breath Marat Magomedov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Pride FC 42
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Magomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rojas lands a nice shot that snaps Magomedov's head back. #CL2#
Rojas clinches.
Rojas throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
A short right from Rojas.
Rojas misses with the head strike.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Rojas manages to get underhooks.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Rojas blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rojas working aggressively here.
Rojas looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rojas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rojas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rojas tries to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling the position. #BC2#
Rojas's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Rojas pushes Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
Magomedov gets through Rojas's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rojas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Rojas's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Rojas has Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch. #T1##TD#
Magomedov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rojas is one step ahead there.
Rojas wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling his posture from full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Rojas controlling him for the moment.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing Rojas from standing up. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Rojas defends easily. #SU2#
Rojas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rojas, as that shot connected.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Magomedov.
Rojas throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rojas works Magomedov's body with a nice hook.#CL2#
Rojas moves into range and clinches up with Magomedov.#T3#
Rojas wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rojas has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Rojas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Rojas misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rojas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rojas cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Rojas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov. #TD#
Magomedov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Rojas can't fight it off and eventually Magomedov manages to take the fight to the floor. Rojas looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Magomedov won't allow Rojas to get back to his feet.
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.#ES2#
Rojas kicks Magomedov off and gets back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rojas misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.#CL2#
Rojas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rojas backwards.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Rojas lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Rojas blocking some punches.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rojas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rojas controls his hands.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rojas misses with the head strike.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Rojas misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Rojas.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but Rojas manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rojas working aggressively here.
Rojas trying to land knees to the body.
Rojas misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emilio Rojas dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Rojas changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rojas has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rojas there as he acknowledges the shot.
Magomedov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rojas.
Rojas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Rojas throws the kick towards the body but Magomedov avoids it.
Rojas stuns Magomedov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rojas uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Magomedov has time to react.
Magomedov connects with a solid leg kick. #CL2#
Rojas fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Magomedov, pushing him back against the cage.
Rojas is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rojas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Rojas's head.
Emilio Rojas seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#TD#
Magomedov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Rojas is keeping the position.#ES2#
Rojas pushes Magomedov off and scrambles back to his feet. #T1#
Rojas throws a half hearted mid kick.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Emilio Rojas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rojas throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magomedov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rojas getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL2#
Rojas moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Magomedov gets control of Rojas's arms and successfully pulls guard. Magomedov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rojas defends well.
Rojas is looking to stand up but Magomedov won't let him. #SUB#
Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rojas gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Rojas wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling his posture from full guard.
Rojas is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Rojas defends it easily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rojas misses with a hook.
Rojas misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Magomedov misses with a right hand
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from Magomedov misses.
Rojas misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Rojas misses its intended target.
Rojas throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov tries a low kick but Rojas avoids it.
Magomedov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rojas's head backwards.#CL2#
Rojas gets a clinch.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Magomedov.
Rojas tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Rojas wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedov won't allow it.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Magomedov wants the takedown. Rojas is fighting it off but Magomedov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Rojas's guard against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rojas preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rojas is keeping the position for now.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov stops Rojas from standing up.
Magomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rojas is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Magomedov prevents Rojas from getting back to his feet.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Rojas wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #CL#
Magomedov drives through and clinches with Rojas against the cage.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Rojas backwards.
Rojas prevents the takedown attempt.
Rojas throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Rojas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rojas's gas tank.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rojas backwards.
Rojas scores with a shoulder strike.
Rojas misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Rojas lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rojas doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rojas.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rojas throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Rojas prevents a takedown attempt there.
Rojas misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rojas. #T1#
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov takes a shot to the head.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Rojas pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab by Rojas.
Magomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rojas.
A telegraphed right hand from Rojas misses the target.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov misses the jab.
Emilio Rojas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rojas finds it's way round the side to connect with Magomedov's head.
Rojas swats away the attempt to clinch by Magomedov.
Rojas throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Rojas tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rojas manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov throws a hook but Rojas blocks it.
Rojas will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T2#
Magomedov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magomedov moves out of range as Rojas strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rojas throws a sloppy head kick and Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Magomedov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rojas throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magomedov.
Rojas loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Rojas looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Rojas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Magomedov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rojas throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Some bone on bone action there as Rojas checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rojas throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
Rojas goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Magomedov is looking to counter punch.
Rojas misses with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Magomedov 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Rojas has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rojas can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action. #BC2#
Rojas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Magomedov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rojas.
Magomedov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
A leg kick checked by Rojas.
Rojas was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rojas throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magomedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Rojas scores with a nice right hand.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Rojas checks it.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Rojas moves out of range.
Rojas fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rojas throws a predictable looking body shot
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Rojas rushes Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rojas. #TD#
Magomedov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Rojas is trying to keep an underhook but Magomedov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Rojas is working away.
Rojas wants to get back to his feet.
Rojas 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.#T4#
Magomedov moves nicely into side control.
Rojas is trying to buck Magomedov off.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Rojas is working away.
Rojas managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Magomedov.
Rojas is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Magomedov working the strikes but Rojas uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #ES2#
Rojas kicks Magomedov off and gets back to his feet.
Rojas lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Emilio Rojas.
I think Rojas 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 William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Emilio Rojas!
A victorious Emilio Rojas thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Pride FC 38
Date: Aug 03, 2019

#R1#
Magomedov connects with the punch.
Intruder looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Intruder slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Intruder misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
A telegraphed right hand from Magomedov misses the target.
Intruder feints and then cracks Magomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magomedov down. #TD#
Magomedov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Intruder 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.
Intruder wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Magomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Intruder moves into full guard.
Magomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov postures up.
Intruder tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Intruder keeps moving.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Intruder has wrist control.
Magomedov throws an elbow that misses. Intruder uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Magomedov's guard. Nice move by Intruder!#REVB#
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Intruder loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov is trying to control the position but Intruder postures up.
Intruder is in close to Magomedov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Intruder trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Intruder works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Intruder with the ground and pound but Magomedov uses the opportunity to regain guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Intruder tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedov is retaining full guard. #T2#
Intruder cracks Magomedov with a solid left hand.
Intruder with a nice head shot there.
Intruder postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Intruder wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Intruder stands up over Magomedov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Intruder is in close to Magomedov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Intruder in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Intruder controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Intruder landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Intruder throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Intruder chips away with some ground and pound.
Intruder throwing strikes from guard but Magomedov blocks nicely.
Intruder is looking to work some ground and pound but Magomedov has wrist control.
Intruder throws an elbow that misses. Magomedov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Intruder's guard. Nice move by Magomedov!#REVR#
Magomedov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Magomedov trying to control but Intruder is working from the bottom.
Intruder has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Intruder manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Intruder is retaining full guard.
Magomedov pushes down on Intruder's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Intruder wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Magomedov trying to control from Intruder's half guard. Intruder has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Intruder is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Intruder controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bed Intruder will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Magomedov scores with a leg kick.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Intruder counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magomedov defending well as Intruder loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov jabs Intruder right on the nose. Intruder blinks but takes it well.
Intruder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Intruder throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Magomedov throws the left hand but Intruder avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov defending well as Intruder loads up on a big left hand.
Intruder keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomedov.
Intruder looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Intruder sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Intruder steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Intruder swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov swings for the body but Intruder moves out of range.
Intruder fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range.
Magomedov connects with a leg kick. Intruder looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Intruder misses with a body kick.
Magomedov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Intruder throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.#T1#
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Intruder misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magomedov.
Intruder throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Intruder's hands.
Intruder throws a leg kick that misses.
Magomedov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Intruder swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Intruder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Intruder lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Intruder or not. #T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Intruder misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Intruder.
Intruder lands a hook to the side of the head.
Intruder is pressed up against the cage. Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Intruder down to the mat. Intruder avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Intruder cracks Magomedov with an open hand slap.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Intruder instigates a clinch.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Intruder.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Intruder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Intruder working aggressively here.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Intruder holds him up against the cage and eventually Magomedov drops back down to his feet. #T3#
Magomedov tries a body shot but Intruder blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Intruder.
Intruder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder misses with a body punch.
Magomedov tries to work over Intruder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Intruder.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Magomedov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Intruder is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Magomedov to the mat. Magomedov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Intruder works over Magomedov with some ground and pound from guard.
Magomedov has momentary wrist control but Intruder slips an elbow through the middle.
Intruder is working Magomedov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Intruder trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Intruder working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Intruder throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magomedov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Intruder wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Intruder throws an elbow that misses. Magomedov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Intruder's guard. Nice move by Magomedov!#REVR#
Bed Intruder has got the better of the ground game so far.
Intruder tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magomedov is working Intruder over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Magomedov advances to half guard.
Intruder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magomedov wants to free his trapped foot but Intruder is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Intruder circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fighters circling - Magomedov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Intruder takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Intruder crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Magomedov - the referee stops the clock and Intruder gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Magomedov. Intruder manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
A shot to the body from Magomedov misses
enabling Intruder to counter with a crisp jab.
Intruder looks to land a body kick but Magomedov moved away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Intruder. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Magomedov walks into a left hand.
Intruder misses the jab.
Intruder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Intruder ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Intruder with a nice cross.
Nice shot lands for Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Intruder is just out of range.
Intruder misses with a straight left.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Intruder fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Intruder throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magomedov feinted there with a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Intruder has closed the distance and engaged Magomedov in a clinch.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marat Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Intruder misses with a body punch.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Intruder looking to stall.
Intruder working aggressively here.
Intruder lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Intruder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Intruder working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Intruder tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Intruder back against the cage.
Intruder misses with the head strike.
Intruder lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Intruder has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov. #T2#
Intruder working aggressively here.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Intruder lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Intruder misses with a punch to the body.
Intruder pushes Magomedov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Intruder goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Intruder lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Intruder is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Intruder.
Intruder swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Intruder working aggressively here.
Intruder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Intruder cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Intruder. #T3#
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Intruder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Intruder backwards.
Intruder lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Intruder blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov wants a takedown.
Intruder lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Intruder throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Intruder.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Intruder blocks it.
Intruder working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Intruder swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Intruder lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Intruder walks away with a smile on his face. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Intruder gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Intruder has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Intruder throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head. #T4#
Intruder throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Intruder fails to land.
Intruder swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov working aggressively here. #TD#
Magomedov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Intruder wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Intruder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Intruder gets full guard.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Intruder keeps moving.
Intruder bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. #REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Bed Intruder comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Intruder 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 Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bed Intruder!
In his post fight interview, Bed Intruder started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Pride FC 31
Date: Jul 07, 2019

#R1#
Magomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schmidt throws out the jab.
Magomedov lands with a kick to the ribs.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Schmidt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Schmidt looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've been told by Schmidt's head coaches at The Coffee Shop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Magomedov looks to land a right hand but Schmidt moved out of range.
Schmidt chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Schmidt walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Schmidt throws a solid leg kick but Magomedov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Schmidt.
Schmidt throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Schmidt checks a low kick from Magomedov.
Schmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schmidt looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Schmidt throws a low kick, looking for Magomedov's leg but Magomedov calmly moves out of range.
Schmidt throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov digs a good body shot into Schmidt's ribs.
Schmidt throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Magomedov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#T1#
Magomedov defending well as Schmidt loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A head kick misses from Schmidt.
Magomedov misses with a low kick as Schmidt jumps back.
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schmidt.
Schmidt pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Schmidt connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Schmidt throws a big shot that misses.
Schmidt backing away here, and Magomedov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target.
Schmidt lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magomedov's sensitive parts.
Magomedov scores with a hook.
Schmidt pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Schmidt settles back down.
Schmidt tries a head kick but it misses.
Magomedov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dieter Schmidt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schmidt tries to work over Magomedov's front leg with a kick but Magomedov checks it.
Schmidt throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Schmidt looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Schmidt throws a low kick but Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Schmidt scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov throws out a loose jab but Schmidt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Schmidt's shoulder, as Schmidt tries to avoid the shot.
A good leg kick by Magomedov.
Magomedov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Magomedov.
Schmidt throws a chopping leg kick but Magomedov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Schmidt is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Schmidt circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body.
Schmidt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Schmidt misses with a kick to the body.
Magomedov tries to score with a low kick but Schmidt moves his leg out of the way.
Schmidt pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Schmidt settles back down.
Magomedov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Schmidt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Schmidt thows a leg kick but Magomedov checks it #TD2#
and Magomedov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Schmidt's guard.#SUB#
Schmidt is looking for a triangle but Magomedov pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Schmidt is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Magomedov is pushing down on Schmidt's leg trying to pass to half guard. Schmidt is fighting to maintain full guard but Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Magomedov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Magomedov breaks from Schmidt's wrist control and lands an elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Dieter Schmidt has been cut.
Magomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Schmidt is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Schmidt looks a forlorn figure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T4#
Magomedov trying to control but Schmidt is having none of it.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Schmidt tries to reverse the position but Magomedov maintains control.
Magomedov unloading with bombs!
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!
Magomedov with a couple of short strikes.#CUT2#
Dieter Schmidt's cut is getting worse.
Schmidt regains half guard.
Schmidt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov throwing shots but Schmidt is blocking nicely.
Schmidt is in trouble now - Magomedov has advanced to mount!
Schmidt regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dieter Schmidt's cut.
That's time! Schmidt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Schmidt displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov.
Magomedov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Magomedov scores with a nice body kick.
Magomedov connects with an inside leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Magomedov.
Magomedov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Donk. Magomedov catches Schmidt right on the button with a cross.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Schmidt.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Schmidt 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 Magomedov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Magomedov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magomedov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Schmidt defends it well.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Schmidt. Magomedov shrugs it off though.
Marat Magomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
An inside leg kick from Schmidt misses.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Schmidt sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Schmidt throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magomedov.
Schmidt thows a left - swing and a miss!
Schmidt misses with a hook.
Schmidt throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov clobbers Schmidt with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
A big left from Schmidt misses.
Schmidt fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Magomedov checks it well.
Schmidt buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Schmidt wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Schmidt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Magomedov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Schmidt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Schmidt connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Schmidt takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Schmidt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomedov moves out of range as Schmidt throws a body kick.
Schmidt misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Schmidt explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good work by Magomedov as he checks the leg kick.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Magomedov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomedov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Schmidt does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Schmidt looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Schmidt throws a big shot that misses.
Good work by Schmidt as he checks the leg kick.
Schmidt half committed to a counter leg kick.
Magomedov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Schmidt.
A punch lands to the side of Schmidt 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Schmidt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Schmidt slips under a jab.
Schmidt finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Schmidt moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov tries to work over Schmidt's front leg with a kick but Schmidt checks it.
Schmidt looks to land a body kick but Magomedov moved away.
Nice straight punches there by Magomedov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magomedov.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schmidt.
Schmidt is looking to land body kicks.
Magomedov throws the left hand but Schmidt avoids the punch easily.
It appears Schmidt was looking to counter with a kick there.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T3#
Schmidt blocks a jab.
Schmidt throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Schmidt.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A thudding body kick lands there by Schmidt! #TD#
Schmidt shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Schmidt was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SU#
Schmidt stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Schmidt keeps Magomedov at a distance using the push kick.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Magomedov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Schmidt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Schmidt checks a leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Magomedov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
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!
Magomedov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Schmidt. That did some damage!
Magomedov throws a jab when Schmidt was well out of range.
Schmidt looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magomedov throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Schmidt 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.
Schmidt staying out of range there.
Schmidt chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magomedov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schmidt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schmidt.
Schmidt slips under a jab.
Magomedov scores with a leg kick.
Schmidt misses with a body shot.
Magomedov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Schmidts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magomedov lands with an uppercut that bounces Schmidt off the cage and back into range.
Magomedov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Schmidt checks it well.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Schmidt, as that shot connected.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schmidt moves out of range as Magomedov throws a body kick.
Magomedov is looking to score with low kicks.
Magomedov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Schmidt.
Magomedov lands with an overhand left.
Schmidt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dieter Schmidt will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dieter Schmidt's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Schmidt slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Schmidt finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Magomedov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Schmidt missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Schmidt tries to move into range but Magomedov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Magomedov avoids a kick to the body.
Schmidt throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Magomedov tries to work over Schmidt's front leg with a kick but Schmidt checks it.
Magomedov cracks Schmidt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Schmidt stuffs the takedown.
Schmidt half committed to a counter leg kick.
Magomedov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Schmidt momentarily.
Magomedov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Schmidt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmidt takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Magomedov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Schmidt avoids a kick to the body.
Schmidt ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Schmidt counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Schmidt tries a low kick but Magomedov avoids it.
Schmidt throws a head kick but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schmidt.
Magomedov walks into a left hand.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Schmidt is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Schmidt circles away and we're back to standing.
Schmidt fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range.
Schmidt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schmidt quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Schmidt fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target.
Magomedov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Magomedov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Magomedov staying out of range there.
Magomedov looks to land a right hand but Schmidt moved out of range.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Schmidt moved away.
Magomedov scoring well with a low kick there.
Schmidt misses with an uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2#
Schmidt misses with a hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Schmidt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schmidt looks for the body kick but Magomedov saw that one coming.
Schmidt turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Schmidt paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Schmidt jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Schmidt steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Magomedov. That one must have hurt.
Schmidt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A bone on bone clash there as Magomedov blocks the leg kick.
Schmidt checks a low kick from Magomedov.
Schmidt is looking to counter with a body kick.
A left lands for Magomedov.
Schmidt wants to slow Magomedov down by chopping away at his legs.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Magomedov - that will leave a mark!
Schmidt looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Magomedov looks to throw the jab but Schmidt is out of range.
Magomedov scores with a decent looking hook.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schmidt's calf.
Magomedov staying out of range there.
Magomedov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Magomedov checks the leg kick.#T3#
Magomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schmidt.
Magomedov works Schmidt's body with a nice hook.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schmidt quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Magomedov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Schmidt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Schmidt defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Schmidt takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Magomedov.
Schmidt feints and then cracks Magomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magomedov down.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Schmidt.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Schmidt keeps it at a distance.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the head.
Magomedov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Schmidt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Schmidt fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range.
Schmidt throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magomedov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Schmidt scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomedov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schmidt wants to slow Magomedov down by chopping away at his legs. #T4#
Schmidt on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Schmidt misses with a body shot.
Magomedov cracks Schmidt with an open hand slap.
Schmidt fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magomedov on the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Magomedov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Magomedov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Schmidt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Schmidt connects with a good right hand that stumbles Magomedov. Magomedov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schmidt misses with a low kick.
Magomedov scores with a jab.
Schmidt moves out of range as Magomedov throws a body kick.
Schmidt is looking to score with low kicks.
Magomedov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Marat Magomedov!
A victorious Marat Magomedov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Syn 634 San Pedro vs Alzheimer
Date: Jun 08, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Vegas closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vegas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Vegas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vegas lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Magomedov or not.
Vegas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vegas backwards.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov presses Vegas against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vegas.
Vegas lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vegas tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Vegas back against the cage.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vegas pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vegas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vegas lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Vegas pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov throws a chopping leg kick but Vegas manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vegas throws a head kick that misses.
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Vegas darts in and clinches Magomedov up against the cage.#TD#
Magomedov has Vegas pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Magomedov pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vegas tumbling to the mat - Magomedov dives into Vegas's guard.#ES2#
Vegas kicks Magomedov off and gets to his feet.
Magomedov misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov cracks Vegas with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Vegas swinging wildly here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vegas just misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Vegas's shoulder, as Vegas tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov tries to score with a low kick but Vegas moves his leg out of the way.
Vegas scores with a jab to the head.
Magomedov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Diamond Unbreakable in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
A lazy left from Magomedov finds it's target.#CL#
Magomedov rushes Vegas and presses him up against the cage.
Vegas scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov jumps guard but Vegas stands there with Magomedov around his waist. Magomedov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vegas lands with a light punch inside. #TD#
Magomedov is trying to trip Vegas. He has hold of a leg but Vegas is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Magomedov persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Vegas has control of Magomedov's left arm, preventing Magomedov from doing any damage.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vegas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov trying to control but Vegas is working from the bottom.
Vegas pulls Magomedov in close to his closed guard and prevents Magomedov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Vegas looking to control.
Magomedov pushes down on Vegas's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vegas is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Vegas's head.
Vegas is concentrating on defense, preventing Magomedov from advancing position.
Vegas wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vegas defending well though.
Magomedov working over Vegas with some ground and pound. Vegas looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Vegas's hands, connecting with Vegas's forehead.
Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Vegas's hands, connecting with Vegas's forehead.
Vegas is trying to stand up here but Magomedov is controlling him well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Vegas manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
Vegas keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Vegas is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Vegas keeps moving.
Vegas pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Vegas has wrist control.
Magomedov trying to control but Vegas is working from the bottom.
Vegas trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
Vegas keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Vegas looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Magomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vegas.
Vegas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Vegas throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Vegas chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him.
Vegas misses with a low kick as Magomedov jumps back.
Vegas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Vegas.
Magomedov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vegas sprawls and moves away.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Vegas's shoulder, as Vegas tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magomedov tries to land a leg kick but Vegas saw it coming and moves away.
Magomedov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vegas with a nice cross.
Magomedov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Vegas's body. Vegas takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vegas misses with a low kick.
Vegas checks a leg kick nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov's corner calls for a 1-2. Magomedov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vegas looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick lands from Vegas.
Johnny Vegas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov throws a leg kick that misses.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vegas takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Vegas 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.
Marat Magomedov is winning the standup battle so far.
Vegas misses with a double jab.
Magomedov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Vegas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Vegas uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Vegas fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
Vegas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Magomedov wants to slow Vegas down by chopping away at his legs.
Magomedov misses with a hook.
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Vegas avoids the body shot from Magomedov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vegas! But no joy.
Some bone on bone action there as Vegas checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T2#
Magomedov tries a low kick but Vegas avoids it.
Nice shot by Magomedov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vegas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Vegas staying out of range there.
A countering left hand to the body from Vegas misses.
Magomedov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vegas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vegas throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vegas defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Vegas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magomedov lands a jab.
A left lands for Magomedov.
Vegas ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Vegas scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomedov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Vegas.
A big right from Magomedov misses. #TD#
Vegas gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Vegas is keeping the position.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Magomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Vegas is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Vegas seems keen to control Magomedov's posture.
Vegas is continuing to stall.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vegas is keeping the position for now. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vegas looking to control.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vegas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vegas controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
Vegas looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #ES2#
Vegas has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Magomedov is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vegas can do to turn this around?
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Vegas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Vegas uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Vegas walks into a jab.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
A punch lands to the side of Vegas 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Vegas takes one on the button.
Magomedov defending well as Vegas loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Vegas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Magomedov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov connects with a solid leg kick.
A slow jab from Vegas misses its intended target.
Vegas throws a nice outside leg kick.
Vegas throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Vegas blocks a low kick nicely.
Vegas moves out of range of the body kick from Magomedov.
Vegas defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vegas 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 Magomedov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Magomedov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Vegas throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Magomedov tried to counter with a leg kick but Vegas avoided it.
Magomedov throws out a powerful jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magomedov, as that shot connected. #T1#
Magomedov walks into a straight right hand from Vegas.#CL2#
Vegas gets a clinch.
Magomedov pushes Vegas back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vegas gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Vegas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vegas gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vegas lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Vegas controls the action.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vegas cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Vegas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vegas scores with a hook to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Vegas working aggressively here.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Vegas. #T2#
Vegas lands a nice shot to the body.
Vegas swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vegas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Vegas controls the action.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vegas.
Vegas is pressed up against the cage. Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vegas down to the mat. Vegas avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Vegas turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vegas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vegas throws out the jab.
Vegas throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Vegas connects with a single shot there.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vegas.
Magomedov throws out a powerful jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Magomedov.#T3#
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magomedov tries to score with a low kick but Vegas moves his leg out of the way.
Magomedov moves out of range of the body kick.
A big left from Vegas misses.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Nice uppercut there from Vegas.
Vegas looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
And Magomedov counters with a quick kick to the body but Vegas blocks it.
Vegas takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Johnny Vegas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magomedov scores with a nice right hand.
Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Vegas moves out of range easily.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
Magomedov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vegas's waist but Vegas gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Magomedov off to one side.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vegas.
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Vegas.
Vegas throws a front kick aimed at Magomedov's knee but Magomedov avoids it well.
A lazy left from Vegas finds it's target.#T4#
Magomedov tries a head kick but it misses.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Vegas.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vegas.
Vegas misses with a straight right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Vegas slips the punch.
Vegas throws a right hand that Magomedov ducks under and follows up with a left that Magomedov also avoids with ease.
Magomedov slips a jab from Vegas.
Vegas checks a leg kick.
Vegas throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Vegas misses the shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magomedov connects with a body shot.
Magomedov lands with an overhand left.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Vegas slips the punch.
Magomedov fakes the leg kick and cracks Vegas in the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Johnny Vegas.
I think Magomedov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Syn 630 Keenan vs San Pedro II
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
Built bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov moves out of range as Built strikes.
Magomedov swings widly with a right hand
and Built finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Magomedov throws a low kick, looking for Built's leg but Built calmly moves out of range.
Built is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Magomedov.
Magomedov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Built blocks the body kick.
Magomedov misses with a kick to the body.
Magomedov lands with an overhand left.
Built has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#KD#
Built feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Magomedov sprawling to the canvas! Magomedov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Built finish him?! #ROC#
Magomedov is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Built circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Magomedov tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Built wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pa‘Akea Built!
Pa‘Akea Built retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Pa‘Akea Built thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Syn 626 Wearmouth vs Diggs II
Date: Apr 07, 2019

#R1#
Nikolaev blocks a leg kick.
Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Nikolaev moves out of range easily. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Magomedov enables Nikolaev to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Magomedov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nikolaev lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nikolaev working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nikolaev defends well.
Nikolaev content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nikolaev's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nikolaev scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikolaev stands up over Magomedov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nikolaev lands a couple of elbows.
Nikolaev advances position into side control!
Magomedov sneaks back into half guard.#T1#
Nikolaev drops an elbow to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nikolaev lands a nice short elbow.
Magomedov has hold of Nikolaev's hands but Nikolaev slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Magomedov manages to get to full guard.
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nikolaev's guard. #REVB#
Magomedov is in close to Nikolaev's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nikolaev keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass. #SUB#
Nikolaev looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily. #T2#
Magomedov won't allow Nikolaev to sweep him here.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Nikolaev is trying to keep Magomedov in close. #SUB#
Nikolaev throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Nikolaev looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily. #SUB#
Nikolaev escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Nikolaev pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Magomedov stands up over Nikolaev, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Magomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nikolaev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov works over Nikolaev with some ground and pound from guard.
Nikolaev bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. #REVR#
Nikolaev throws a strike but Magomedov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Nikolaev 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.
Magomedov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Magomedov stands up over Nikolaev, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nikolaev is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
Magomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nikolaev's guard. #T4#
Nikolaev is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nikolaev avoid being mounted?
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nikolaev has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nikolaev wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Nikolaev is looking to improve his position.
Magomedov works his foot free and advances to mount.
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!
Nikolaev wants to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov wants to control the pace but Nikolaev is squirming around nicely.
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 Volya Nikolaev will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL#
Nikolaev darts in and clinches Magomedov up against the cage.#TD#
Nikolaev lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nikolaev looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Magomedov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nikolaev is nestled in close to Magomedov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nikolaev is nestled in close to Magomedov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.
Nikolaev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Nikolaev scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Volya Nikolaev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nikolaev moves nicely into side control.
Nikolaev cracks Magomedov with a big right hand but Magomedov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nikolaev lands a few punches from side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes there by Nikolaev.#T1#
Nikolaev lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Magomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Nikolaev keeps moving and retains side control.
Nikolaev cracks Magomedov with a big right hand but Magomedov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The strikes coming from Nikolaev are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Nikolaev cracks Magomedov with a big elbow. #SUB#
Nikolaev goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magomedov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Nikolaev but great work by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Nikolaev struggling a bit here.
Magomedov takes a little break here. Nikolaev wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Nikolaev tries to bench press Magomedov off him but Magomedov keeps the position. #T2#
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Nikolaev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov working away.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nikolaev has escaped the position, nice work there.
Magomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Magomedov misses with the ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The strikes coming from Magomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Nikolaev is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nikolaev wants to control but Magomedov postures up.#T3#
Nikolaev tries to bench press Magomedov off him but Magomedov keeps the position.
Nikolaev gets back to half guard.
Nikolaev is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov working Nikolaev over with strikes.
Magomedov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Magomedov prevents Nikolaev from improving his position.
Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Nikolaev's hands, connecting with Nikolaev's forehead.
Magomedov wants to pass to mount but Nikolaev is defending the position.
Nice strikes from Magomedov there. #T4#
Nikolaev is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nikolaev blocking the ground and pound attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Nikolaev is rocked!
Nikolaev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nikolaev.
Oh Nikolaev is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Nikolaev is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Magomedov defends well.
Nikolaev seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Nikolaev isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Magomedov stacks Nikolaev on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Magomedov!
Magomedov landing strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nikolaev manages to work his way to half guard, despite Magomedov's best efforts.
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 Volya Nikolaev will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. 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#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Nikolaev crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Magomedov - the referee stops the clock and Nikolaev gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Magomedov. Nikolaev manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#TD#
Nikolaev looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Magomedov!
Nikolaev looks up at the clock and then as Magomedov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Nikolaev smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Nikolaev working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nikolaev is trying to ground and pound but Magomedov uses the momentary lack of control by Nikolaev to regain half guard.
Magomedov moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nikolaev.
Magomedov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nikolaev manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Nikolaev working a defensive guard but Magomedov manages to pass into side control anyway. #T1#
Nikolaev taking punishment in the form of punches.
Nikolaev gets back to half guard.
Nice strikes from Magomedov there.
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nikolaev is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nikolaev tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg.
Magomedov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Nikolaev is in a horrible position here. Magomedov smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Nikolaev is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Marat Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Nikolaev tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov prevents Nikolaev from getting the reversal.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov landing shots from mount.
Magomedov postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! Nikolaev is out cold - huge knockout for Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
A relieved looking Marat Magomedov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Syn 623 Correira vs Tsoko
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
Magomedov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Donk. Magomedov catches Rhod right on the button with a cross.
That kick from Rhod tenderised Magomedov's leg. Magomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD#
Magomedov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rhod's half guard.
Magomedov is keen to just control but Rhod is a slippery customer.
Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Rhod defends it.
Rhod is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Magomedov throws a strike but Rhod avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Rhod is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rhod swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Rhod keeps moving. #T1#
Magomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Magomedov throws a strike but Rhod rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Magomedov is trying to keep Rhod in close.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rhod controls the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Magomedov is trying to keep Rhod in close.
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
Rhod controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Let's hope that Rhod 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 ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Rudy Rhod is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Rhod throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rhod takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Rhod lands with an uppercut that bounces Magomedov off the cage and back into range.
Rhod moves out of range as Magomedov throws a body kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Magomedov as he connects with a hook.
Magomedov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT2#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Rhod takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magomedov thuds his right hand into Rhod's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Rhod instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Rhod scores with a shoulder strike.
Rhod lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Rhod breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Rhod keeps it at a distance.
Magomedov throws a leg kick which misses Rhod's front leg but catches the back leg as Rhod tries to avoid it.
Magomedov throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Rhod counter with a right hand.
Magomedov takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T4#
Magomedov wants to land a leg kick but Rhod is out of range.
Magomedov thuds his right hand into Rhod's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rhod misses with a body kick.
Rhod swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Magomedov counters with a leg kick.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Rhod moves out of range easily.
Rhod flicks out a counter leg kick but Magomedov steps away.
Magomedov scores with a sloppy right hand. Rhod should have avoided that one.
Rhod misses with a body shot.
Rhod ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Magomedov scores with a jab. Rhod acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rhod is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Magomedov rather than just go for the knockout.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Rhod throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Rhod clinches up with Magomedov and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Rhod is fighting off a takedown attempt but Magomedov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Rhod to the mat. Rhod regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Magomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rhod walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
It looks like Magomedov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Rhod throws a big shot that misses.
Rhod blocks a head kick by Magomedov. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Rhod back into the cage.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rhod misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Rhod breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Rhod gets a clinch. #TD#
Magomedov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rhod managing to control the position.
Magomedov throws a strike but Rhod rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Rhod controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rhod defends well.
Rhod trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rhod is one step ahead there. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
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.
Rhod not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rhod looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Rhod misses with a body kick.
Rhod walks into a jab.
Magomedov looks to clinch
and Rhod counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rhod will feel that in the morning.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Marat Magomedov is winning the standup battle so far.
Magomedov cracks Rhod with an open hand slap.#TD#
Magomedov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rhod looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Rhod taking a bit of punishment here - Magomedov scoring with strikes.
Rhod parries the strikes from Magomedov easily there. Magomedov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Rhod to escape.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but Rhod sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Magomedov's guard.#SUB#
Magomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rhod showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Rhod's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov fails with the takedown
and Rhod counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Magomedov thinking. #CL2#
Rhod moves into the clinch.
Rhod lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rhod lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rhod's elbow.
Rhod is trying to stall.
Rhod tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Rhod throws a head punch that misses.
Rhod goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Rhod breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhod takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Rhod gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Rhod tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov is working Rhod over against the cage.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rhod blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Rhod controls the action. #BC2#
Rhod manages to break the clinch.
Rhod tries to move into range but Magomedov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Magomedov scores with a kick to the body.
Rhod throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rhod.
Rhod lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rhod connects with a looping right hand.
Magomedov swings for the body but Rhod moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov looks to land a left hand but Rhod moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov lunges at Rhod with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rhod's hand. #T2#
Magomedov throws a lazy body kick
and Rhod counters with a good low kick that Magomedov was not able to check.
Rhod misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Rhod.
It appears Magomedov was looking to counter with a kick there.
Magomedov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rhod misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rhod.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Rhod doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
Rhod goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rhod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Rhod jabs Magomedov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rhod ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magomedov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T3#
Magomedov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rhod.
Rhod dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magomedov. That did some damage!#CL#
Rhod tries to keep at a distance but Magomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Rhod shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rhod throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Rhod misses with the head strike.
Rhod prevents a takedown attempt there.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rhod.
Rhod throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Rhod lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rhod blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Rhod scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rhod tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rhod digs a right hand into Magomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Magomedov's gas tank.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Rhod pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nice shot lands for Rhod.
Rudy Rhod has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Rhod misses.
Magomedov moves out of range of the body kick from Rhod.
Magomedov moves out of range as Rhod strikes.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rhod has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Rhod is doing well to control the position and prevent Magomedov from advancing to side control.
Rhod is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Magomedov throws a strike but Rhod avoids it easily and moves to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Rudy Rhod.
I think Magomedov 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marat Magomedov!
A victorious Marat Magomedov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Syn: LoL Semi Finals Special
Date: Feb 01, 2019

#R1##CL#
Gracie moves into range and clinches up with Magomedov.
Gracie will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Magomedov up against the cage.
Gracie tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Gracie takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gracie.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov misses with the head strike. #TD#
Gracie decides to pull guard.
Magomedov is working Gracie over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gracie seems keen to control Magomedov's posture.#SUB#
Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Gracie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent'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!
Gracie wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there. #T1#
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie throwing strikes from guard but Magomedov blocks nicely.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Gracie postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Magomedov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gracie, into his guard. #REVB#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov looking to sit in guard and control but Gracie gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Gracie pushes down on Magomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gracie is controlling the pace. #T3#
Gracie passes to side control.
Gracie trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov trying his best to control but Gracie has mounted him.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Magomedov is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Gracie jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Magomedov is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Magomedov and Gracie has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Gracie trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ramon Gracie dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
An inside leg kick from Gracie misses.
Magomedov with a hook.
Gracie throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gracie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gracie thows a leg kick but Magomedov checks it
and Magomedov counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov throws a low kick but Gracie avoids it.
Gracie feinted with a counter takedown.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land a front kick but Gracie steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magomedov misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
A solid body kick from Gracie.
Magomedov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is looking to clinch.
Gracie does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #TD#
Gracie shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Magomedov is trying to defend but Gracie finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Gracie is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gracie has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1#
Gracie wants to control but Magomedov has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Gracie is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Magomedov as he works his way to full guard.
Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gracie scoring with punches to the head and body.
Gracie cracks Magomedov with a solid left hand.
Gracie advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've been hearing that Gracie has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Gracie working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Magomedov's thigh. Magomedov counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T3#
Gracie slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Gracie trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov tries to bench press Gracie off him but Gracie keeps the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Gracie's best efforts.
Magomedov 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.
Gracie has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gracie has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Magomedov's face.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee warns Magomedov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ramon Gracie dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov shoots in for a double leg but Gracie sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Gracie tries to counter by clinching up but Magomedov breaks away and moves out of range.
Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws the left hand but Gracie avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Gracie closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
A hook to the body from Gracie. #TD#
Gracie pulls guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
Gracie is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov stands up over Gracie, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Magomedov stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Gracie has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Magomedov manages to get his head free but now Gracie has transitioned to an armbar! Magomedov grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Gracie! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ramon Gracie!
Ramon Gracie bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: DARE 93
Date: Jan 09, 2019

#R1#
That kick from Vegas tenderised Magomedov's leg. Magomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vegas checks a leg kick nicely.#CL2#
Vegas clinches up with Magomedov and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Vegas manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov moves out of range as Vegas throws a body kick.
We've been informed that Vegas 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.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov clobbers Vegas with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Vegas's head but Vegas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vegas throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Vegas closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vegas tries to circle away but Magomedov has him pinned against the cage.
A short right from Vegas on the inside.
Vegas has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov works on Vegas's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vegas gets underhooks to prevent Magomedov's takedown attempt.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Vegas takes a shot to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Vegas blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Vegas swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Vegas gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Vegas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vegas blocking some punches.
Vegas lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vegas wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vegas blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Vegas.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Vegas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vegas scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Vegas blocks it.
Vegas lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vegas misses with a body punch.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Vegas.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Vegas controls the action.
Vegas blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Vegas swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Vegas.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Vegas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov. #TD#
Vegas is fighting off a takedown attempt but Magomedov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Vegas to the mat. Vegas regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Vegas keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Vegas pulls Magomedov in to control the position.
Vegas keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Vegas's guard. #T3#
Magomedov is looking to advance position but Vegas won't allow it.
Vegas is pressing down on Magomedov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Magomedov stops Vegas from standing up.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vegas has control of Magomedov's left arm, preventing Magomedov from doing any damage.
Magomedov is in close to Vegas's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Vegas escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vegas holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Vegas is retaining full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Magomedov throws a strike but Vegas rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Vegas is proving a slippery customer.
Vegas trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU2#
Magomedov is working an open guard so Vegas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Magomedov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vegas scores with a hook.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.#CL#
Magomedov darts in and clinches Vegas up against the cage.
Vegas throws a head punch that misses.
Vegas gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Vegas uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Vegas.
Vegas's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Johnny Vegas seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Vegas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head. #CUT2#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Vegas prevents the takedown attempt.
Vegas lands a body shot.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Vegas.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vegas backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vegas scores with a shoulder strike.
Vegas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vegas blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vegas.
Vegas is leaning against Magomedov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vegas tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Vegas back against the cage.
Vegas scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov tries for a takedown. No joy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Vegas blocks an uppercut.
Vegas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vegas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vegas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vegas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vegas fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jab by Magomedov.
Vegas scores with a leg kick. #T2#
Vegas jabs at Magomedov's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vegas throws a big shot that misses.
Vegas cracks Magomedov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vegas takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Vegas pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vegas keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vegas keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A little jabbing left from Vegas on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vegas avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Vegas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vegas misses with a punch to the body.
Vegas misses with the head strike.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vegas misses with a punch on the inside.
Vegas blocking some punches.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov. #T3#
Vegas lands a right hand.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Vegas working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Vegas.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vegas doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Vegas lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Vegas manages to get underhooks. #BC2#
Vegas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vegas moves into range and connects with a jab. #T4#
Vegas throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vegas scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov throws a combination that misses
and Vegas counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Vegas moved away.
Vegas digs a good hook to Magomedov's body.
Magomedov blocks the body kick.
Vegas thuds his right hand into Magomedov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Vegas throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Johnny Vegas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vegas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magomedov momentarily.
Magomedov tries to move into range but Vegas moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A swing and a miss from Vegas.
Magomedov takes a swing at Vegas's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL#
Magomedov has closed the distance and engaged Vegas in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Vegas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Vegas misses with a straight right. #TD#
Magomedov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Vegas was covering up waiting for the punch and Magomedov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Vegas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov lands a couple of elbows.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Vegas keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vegas is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vegas trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Vegas has wrist control.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vegas holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Vegas working a defensive guard here.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Vegas is keeping the position.
Vegas looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vegas works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Magomedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Vegas trying to control the position here.
Vegas working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Vegas is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Magomedov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vegas.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vegas manages to avoid it.
Vegas listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Vegas throws a low kick but Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Magomedov with a hook.
Vegas throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Vegas sees it coming and moves out of range.
Magomedov missing with a left hand there. Vegas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vegas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Vegas misses with a leg kick. #T3#
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Vegas takes the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vegas fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vegas misses with a body kick.
Vegas staying out of range there.
Vegas connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Vegas uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Vegas misses the jab.
Vegas blocks a low kick nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vegas! But no joy.
Vegas on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vegas fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Magomedov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Vegas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Vegas lands with a right to the head.
A body shot lands from Vegas.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov. #T4#
Vegas lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vegas.
Vegas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vegas swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vegas lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vegas.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Vegas controls his hands.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Vegas scores with a nice hook to the head.#TD#
Magomedov is trying to trip Vegas. He has hold of a leg but Vegas is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Magomedov persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Vegas wriggles free and stands up.
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vegas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Vegas circles away.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Johnny Vegas.
I think Vegas 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johnny Vegas!
Our winner, Johnny Vegas, 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: DARE 89
Date: Dec 22, 2018

#R1#
Cadman throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Magomedov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD2#
Cadman gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Magomedov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Cadman pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Cadman is looking to stand up but Magomedov isn't so interested in that idea.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cadman is on top in guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Magomedov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Cadman is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Magomedov is controlling him. #T1#
Magomedov trying to control but Cadman is working from the bottom.
Magomedov stops Cadman from standing up.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cadman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cadman keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cadman keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cadman 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.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Magomedov throws a strike but Cadman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Cadman 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.
Cadman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Cadman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Cadman tries to stand but Magomedov is controlling from the bottom. #T3#
Cadman landing some decent shots from guard.
Magomedov 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.
Cadman sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cadman wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cadman is looking to stand up but Magomedov won't let him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cadman misses with a low kick.
Cadman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Magomedov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Cadman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magomedov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Cadman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.#CL#
Cadman gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A short uppercut from Cadman .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Cadman 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Cadman 's gas tank.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Cadman pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Cadman moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cadman 's elbow.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Cadman blocking some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cadman .
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 Cayden Cadman will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Cadman swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Cadman throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magomedov keeps Cadman at a distance using the push kick.
Cadman throws an off balance right hand
and Magomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magomedov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Cadman moved away.
Cadman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cadman lands a head shot.#CL#
Cadman clinches with his opponent.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Cadman .
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cadman backwards.
Cadman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Cadman controls the action.
Cadman lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Cadman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Cadman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cadman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Cadman shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Cadman moves out of range.
Magomedov lands a right hook to the body.
Cadman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Cadman scores with a shot to the body.
Cadman works Magomedov's body with a nice hook.
Cadman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomedov throws a series of strikes that have Cadman backpedaling.
Cadman cracks a nice hook into Magomedov's ribs.
Cadman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
A cross from Magomedov lands.
Cadman cracks a nice hook into Magomedov's ribs.
Cadman looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Cadman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cadman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cadman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cadman avoids the body shot from Magomedov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magomedov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magomedov is looking to clinch.
Cadman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Magomedov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've been told by Cadman 's head coaches at Eric's Play Pen that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Cadman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Cadman throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cadman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Magomedov throws a jab when Cadman was well out of range.
Cadman misses with a straight left.
Cadman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.#CL#
Cadman takes the fight into the clinch.
Cadman throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Magomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cadman fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cadman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Cayden Cadman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cadman scoring well with a low kick there. #CL#
Cadman moves into the clinch successfully.
Cadman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Cayden Cadman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Cadman .
Cadman misses with some punches. #T3#
Cadman lands a shoulder strike. #CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Cadman displaying some good clinch control by pressing Magomedov up against the cage.
A short right from Magomedov.
Cadman has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Cadman looking to slow down the pace here.
A hook to the body from Cadman .
Magomedov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Cadman seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Magomedov can turn it around.
A short right from Cadman on the inside.
Cadman throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Cadman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Cadman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Cadman lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Cadman fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cadman .
Cadman throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cadman is defending well.
Cayden Cadman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marat Magomedov.#T4#
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cadman prevents a takedown attempt there.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Cadman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov pushes Cadman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Cadman fails to land.
Cadman blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Cadman misses with the head strike.
Cadman scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Cadman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Cadman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cadman takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Cadman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A swing and a miss from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cadman at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cayden Cadman dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Cadman misses with a straight right.
Cadman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cadman punishes Magomedov's body with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Cadman . That did some damage!
Cadman loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Magomedov with a nice cross.
Cadman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Cadman drops his hands momentarily and Magomedov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Cadman misses with a body shot.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cadman .
Cadman throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magomedov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cadman 's head backwards.
Marat Magomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Cadman connects with a nice looking jab.
Cadman misses with a wild body shot.
And Magomedov responds with a good body kick, but Cadman manages to step out the way in time.
Magomedov slips a jab from Cadman .#T1#
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Cadman 's shoulder, as Cadman tries to avoid the shot.
Cadman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov tries to score with a low kick but Cadman moves his leg out of the way.
Magomedov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Magomedov misses the jab.
Magomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cadman on the side of the head.#CL#
Cadman drives through and clinches with Magomedov against the cage.
Cadman takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#
Cadman is rocked!
Magomedov lands a big right hand that drops Cadman ! The killer instinct kicks in and Magomedov finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
Our winner, Marat Magomedov, 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: DARE INFERNO
Date: Dec 01, 2018

#R1#
Pesonen throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Pesonen throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Pesonen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pesonen.
Pesonen missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magomedov throwing a counter right hand but Pesonen manages to avoid it.
Magomedov dodges the punch combination from Pesonen.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A telegraphed right hand from Magomedov misses the target.
Pesonen swings away with a body shot that misses
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Pesonen has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pesonen. #TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Pesonen is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Magomedov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pesonen manages to get to full guard.
Pesonen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Pesonen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Magomedov defends well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Pesonen.#SUB2#
Pesonen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magomedov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pesonen is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Magomedov is thwarting Pesonen's attempts to control the position.
Magomedov working Pesonen over with strikes.
Pesonen regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Pesonen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pesonen wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Magomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Magomedov advances to half guard.
Magomedov is looking to stall here but Pesonen recovers full guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Pesonen is keeping the position.
Magomedov forces his way into half guard.
Pesonen tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Magomedov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Magomedov with the ground and pound from mount. #T3#
Magomedov looking to finish Pesonen with some ground and pound. This is bad for Pesonen!
Magomedov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Magomedov raining down shots from the mount!
Magomedov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Pesonen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Pesonen but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Magomedov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Pesonen?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov landing punches. #ROC#
Pesonen is rocked!
Pesonen is looking to get to half guard.
Pesonen is still in real trouble! Can Magomedov finish him?
Oooh a big shot lands for Magomedov! Pesonen is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
A victorious Marat Magomedov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DARE 77
Date: Nov 03, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov with a jab.
Magomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magomedov 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 Gavin has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gavin and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gavin.
Gavin scores with a head kick.
Magomedov moves in looking to clinch but Gavin pushes him off.
Gavin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Gavin.
Gavin takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Magomedov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Magomedov cracks Gavin with an open hand slap.
Magomedov moves in looking to clinch but Gavin pushes him off.
Gavin tried to counter with a leg kick but Magomedov avoided it.
Gavin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gavin takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Magomedov shoots for a takedown but Gavin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A lazy body kick from Magomedov
and Gavin counters with a nice body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Magomedov.
Gavin scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Gavin moves forwards but Magomedov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magomedov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a head kick.
Magomedov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gavin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A jab from Magomedov misses.
Magomedov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov moves out of range as Gavin throws a body kick.
Magomedov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gavin throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magomedov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gavin blocks a jab.#CL2#
Magomedov has Gavin up against the cage in a clinch.
Gavin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Gavin misses with the head strike. #BC#
Gavin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Gavin.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Gavin's shoulder, as Gavin tries to avoid the shot.
Gavin blocks the body kick.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The fighters circling - Gavin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gavin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magomedov on the side of the head.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Gavin circles away easily
and Gavin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tommy Gavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marat Magomedov.
Gavin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov looks to land a combination but Gavin avoids it well.
Gavin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magomedov throws a head kick but Gavin moves out of range.
Gavin misses with a body kick.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Gavin sees it coming and moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Gavin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Magomedov doesn't seem phased though.
Gavin scores with a head kick. Magomedov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov misses with a body kick. #T3#
Magomedov defending well as Gavin loads up on a big left hand.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gavin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gavin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gavin tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magomedov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Gavin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
As Magomedov backs away, Gavin returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gavin drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the body
and Gavin counters with a flying knee. Nice. #ROC#
Magomedov is rocked!
An inside leg kick lands from Gavin.
Magomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Gavin finish him?
Magomedov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gavin's hands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gavin circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Magomedov to the canvas! Magomedov doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Gavin keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tommy Gavin!
Tommy Gavin retains his lightweight title!
Tommy Gavin bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: DARE 70
Date: Oct 06, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Egyptian swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov tries to land a front kick but Egyptian steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Egyptian misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov scores with a leg kick.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Egyptian's body. Egyptian takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magomedov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Forest Hill Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Egyptian throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magomedov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Egyptian under the eye.
Magomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Egyptian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Egyptian.
Magomedov lands a slapping body shot.
Egyptian throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Magomedov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Egyptian.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magomedov, right into the meat. #T1##TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Egyptian is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Egyptian is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Egyptian's head.
Egyptian makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Egyptian.
Egyptian looking for a sweep. Not yet Egyptian, not yet.
Magomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Egyptian wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Egyptian seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Egyptian's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Egyptian wants to sweep but no luck.
Egyptian keeps trying to improve his position.
Egyptian controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Egyptian holds on and takes a little breather.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Egyptian is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Egyptian controlling the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Egyptian misses with a looping right.
Egyptian misses with a low kick.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedov misses with a double jab
and Egyptian counters with an inside leg kick.
Magomedov defending well as Egyptian loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Egyptian was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Magomedov stuns Egyptian with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Egyptian lands with a kick to the ribs.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Egyptian.
Magomedov is looking to counter punch.
Egyptian misses the jab.#T4#
Magomedov swings for the body but Egyptian moves out of range.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Egyptian back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Egyptian.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Egyptian has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Egyptian breaks from the clinch.
Egyptian digs a good body shot into Magomedov's ribs.
Magomedov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Egyptian ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Magomedov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Egyptian counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Egyptian lands a front kick.
Egyptian just misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Egyptian fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov throws a body kick that misses.
Egyptian flicks out a counter leg kick but Magomedov steps away.
Magomedov throws out a powerful jab.
Egyptian looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Egyptian moves away.
Egyptian misses with a body shot.
Nice body kick there by Magomedov.
Egyptian misses with a body shot.
Egyptian is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Magomedov rather than just go for the knockout.
Egyptian scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Egyptian throws the kick towards the body but Magomedov avoids it.
Egyptian explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Egyptian throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Egyptian.
Magomedov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Osiris Egyptian seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Magomedov forces Egyptian back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Egyptian misses with a knee strike.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Egyptian blocks an uppercut.
Egyptian has had enough of the clinch but Magomedov keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Egyptian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T1#
Magomedov avoids the head kick by Egyptian.
Egyptian has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Egyptian there as he acknowledges the shot.
Egyptian looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Magomedov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magomedov cracks the inside of Egyptian's front leg.
Magomedov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Egyptian pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Egyptian settles back down.
Egyptian throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Magomedov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.
Magomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Egyptian wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Egyptian tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Magomedov is trying to control. Egyptian wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Egyptian is trying to get back to full guard.
Magomedov 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.
Egyptian is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Egyptian wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy. #T3#
Egyptian is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magomedov's back!
I really don't envy Magomedov right now.
Magomedov avoids the strikes from Egyptian.
Egyptian trying to control.
Magomedov is trying to break free. #T4#
Egyptian is looking to control Magomedov but Magomedov is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Magomedov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Magomedov gets full guard.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Egyptian can do to turn this around?
Magomedov 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.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Magomedov lands with a right hand.
Egyptian stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Egyptian. That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Good work by Magomedov as he checks the leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomedov. Egyptian does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Egyptian! But no joy.
Egyptian lands a jab to Magomedov's midsection.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice side step and Egyptian releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Magomedov lands a jab to the nose.
Magomedov with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Egyptian ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magomedov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Egyptian swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Egyptian quickly recovers to half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov 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.
Egyptian blocking the ground and pound attempt from Magomedov. #T1#
Egyptian avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Magomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Egyptian knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Egyptian moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Magomedov advances to half guard.
Egyptian is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov is looking to advance position but Egyptian won't allow it.
Egyptian keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Egyptian is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Egyptian's head.
Egyptian is positioning himself well to prevent Magomedov advancing to mount.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Egyptian knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Egyptian's head.
Egyptian trying to get back to full guard but Magomedov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Egyptian tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Egyptian tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
Egyptian wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Magomedov. #T3#
Egyptian tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
Egyptian tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Egyptian blocking the ground and pound.
Osiris Egyptian has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magomedov is landing with some decent strikes but Egyptian is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Magomedov with a couple of short strikes.
Egyptian tries to hold on but Magomedov pushes him away.
Magomedov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Magomedov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Egyptian tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.#T4#
Magomedov with a couple of short strikes.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Magomedov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #ROC#
Egyptian is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Magomedov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Egyptian is still in real trouble! Can Magomedov finish him?
Magomedov softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Egyptian is out cold! Magomedov jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
An out of breath Marat Magomedov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DARE 64 : GODS OF WAR
Date: Sep 01, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Oliveira's ribs.
Magomedov takes one on the button.
Magomedov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Oliveira is just out of range.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov looks for the body kick but Oliveira saw that one coming.
Oliveira is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Magomedov with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Magomedov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Magomedov sets himself, and Oliveira steps forward looking for the clinch! Magomedov avoids it this time.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Oliveira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magomedov takes a swing at Oliveira's ribcage but misses.
Magomedov misses with a left hand
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov scores with a jab to the head.
Oliveira throws a shot to the body.
Oliveira throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oliveira checks a leg kick. #T1#
Oliveira steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Magomedov. That one must have hurt.
Magomedov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Oliveira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Oliveira ducks down to avoid it.
Oliveira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a good cross that connects.
Magomedov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oliveira takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Jab from Oliveira.
Oliveira ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a hook but Oliveira blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Oliveira on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Oliveira avoids a kick to the body.
Oliveira scores with a nice head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Oliveira misses the target.
A big right from Magomedov misses.
Fernando Oliveira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov misses with a hook.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magomedov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Oliveira if he has to take too many more of those.
Oliveira checks a low kick from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Oliveira.
Oliveira 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.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Oliveira swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Oliveira moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov lands a nice shot that snaps Oliveira's head back.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oliveira fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range.
Oliveira blocks a head kick by Magomedov. #TD#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Oliveira wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Oliveira wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Oliveira working a defensive guard here.
Oliveira utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Oliveira avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Magomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Oliveira tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Oliveira really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Magomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Oliveira trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
Oliveira is controlling Magomedov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Oliveira can do anything to dispel that myth.
Oliveira wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #ES2#
Oliveira has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Magomedov is on him like a limpet, forcing Oliveira back against the cage.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Oliveira throws knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oliveira.
Oliveira's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Oliveira.
Oliveira trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Oliveira's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Oliveira's gas tank.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Oliveira.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Oliveira pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Oliveira steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Magomedov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A swing and a miss from Oliveira.
Oliveira shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magomedov misses with a hook
and Oliveira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Magomedov slips under a jab from Oliveira.#CUT2#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov misses with a two punch combination.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Oliveira misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Oliveira waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Oliveira bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oliveira has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oliveira.#TD#
Magomedov drives through with a takedown into Oliveira's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Magomedov won't allow Oliveira to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliveira is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oliveira can do to turn this around?
Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov is in close to Oliveira's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T1#
Magomedov stops Oliveira from standing up.
Oliveira wants to sweep but no luck.
Oliveira controlling the position.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Oliveira is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Oliveira working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Oliveira is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Magomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Oliveira is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Magomedov trying to control but Oliveira is working from the bottom.
Magomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Oliveira is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Oliveira getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Oliveira looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Oliveira lands a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Magomedov.
Oliveira misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Oliveira ducks down to avoid it.
Magomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Oliveira tries to avoid it but Magomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Oliveira to the ground. Oliveira escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Magomedov takes one to the chin there.
Magomedov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Magomedov wants to land a leg kick but Oliveira is out of range.
A big right from Oliveira misses.
Magomedov with a hook.
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Oliveira circles away and keeps his distance.
Oliveira now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Oliveira misses with a looping right.
As Oliveira backs away, Magomedov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A clash of legs there as Oliveira blocks the low kick.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut
enabling Oliveira to counter with a crisp jab.
Magomedov misses with a double jab.
Magomedov misses with a body punch
and Oliveira counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Oliveira darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Magomedov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Oliveira makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov misses with a hook. Oliveira ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Oliveira moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Oliveira.
Magomedov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Oliveira misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Oliveira is looking to chop away at Magomedov's legs.
Magomedov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Oliveira looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Oliveira misses with a body shot.
Magomedov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Magomedov.
Magomedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Oliveira sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Magomedov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Oliveira connects with a knee to the head.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
That kick from Magomedov tenderised Oliveira's leg. Oliveira is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oliveira misses the jab.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov looks to land a combination. Oliveira sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Oliveira tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Magomedov is able to avoid easily.
Oliveira has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magomedov.
Oliveira misses with a body shot.
Oliveira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Magomedov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Oliveira on his heels. He'll look to pass Oliveira's guard now, I'm sure.
Magomedov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Oliveira is working away.
Magomedov moves into full mount!
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!
Magomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Oliveira is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Magomedov landing punches.
Oliveira tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Oliveira but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #ROC#
Oliveira is rocked!
Magomedov connects with a bit shot that sees Oliveira covering up! More strikes from Magomedov and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Magomedov is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
An out of breath Marat Magomedov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TWGC 22 (170lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marat Magomedov (ranked 588 p4p, 70 weight class) and Longfellow Deeds (ranked 13514 p4p, 0 weight class). Magomedov comes to the cage accompanied by Evangelion OST - The Beast II. This should be fireworks!

178 cm
27 yrs
160 lbs

185 cm
39 yrs
170 lbs

Magomedov

Deeds

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Marat Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Longfellow Deeds!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Taro Takaoka and Yukihiro Yamamoto.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.

Deeds clinches up against the cage.

Deeds wants the takedown. Magomedov is fighting it off but Deeds persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Magomedov's guard against the cage.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Deeds
Deeds controls from within his opponent's guard.
Magomedov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Deeds manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (2) Deeds
Magomedov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Deeds is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deeds controlling the position.
Magomedov pushes down on Deeds's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Deeds wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Deeds is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily.
Magomedov controlling the action here.

Deeds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Deeds wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
Magomedov wants to control but Deeds is keeping him busy.
Magomedov works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (5) vs (2) Deeds
Deeds prevents Magomedov from moving into mount.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Deeds is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Deeds 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.
Deeds manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (5) vs (4) Deeds
Deeds is looking to stall here but Magomedov recovers full guard.
Deeds looking to pass the guard.
Deeds 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.
Deeds wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov being controlled here, momentarily.
Deeds trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.

Deeds is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Magomedov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Magomedov has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (7) vs (4) Deeds
Deeds keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Deeds trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
Magomedov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Deeds is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (7) vs (6) Deeds
Deeds wants to free his trapped foot but Magomedov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Deeds is trying to control. Magomedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Deeds.
Deeds trying to control from Magomedov's half guard. Magomedov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Deeds 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.

Magomedov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Deeds defends it easily.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Deeds is one step ahead there.
Magomedov being controlled here, momentarily.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Deeds wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
Deeds sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Deeds trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Deeds slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (7) vs (9) Deeds
Deeds looking to control but instead Magomedov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Magomedov won't allow Deeds to pass to mount.
Deeds moves into full mount! Magomedov won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (7) vs (12) Deeds

Deeds goes for an armbar but Magomedov turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Magomedov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (9) vs (12) Deeds

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Deeds 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.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Deeds is keeping the position for now.
Deeds looking to control.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Magomedov won't allow Deeds to sweep him here.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Deeds swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

Magomedov looking to improve position, pressing down on Deeds's thigh with his hand. Deeds seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Magomedov paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Magomedov's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Deeds picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Longfellow Deeds!

Event: DARE 50
Date: Jun 09, 2018

#R1#
Vilson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Vilson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Vilson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A quick step to the side and Vilson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Vilson counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice straight punches there by Vilson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vilson.
Vilson connects with a looping right hand.
Vilson connects with a body shot.
Vilson throws out a powerful jab.
Vilson feints and then cracks Magomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magomedov down.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Vilson.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vilson defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Vilson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Vilson throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Vilson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Vilson scores with a nice head shot.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vilson throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vilson.#T1#
Magomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vilson.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Vilson. Magomedov shrugs it off though.
Vilson tried to score with a low kick but Magomedov checks it.
Magomedov throws a leg kick that misses.
Vilson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vilson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Vilson throws a low kick but Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Vilson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Vilson settles back down.
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Vilson's body. Vilson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vilson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Magomedov is able to avoid easily.
Vilson lands a leg kick that knocks Magomedov off balance momentarily.
Magomedov thuds a left hand into Vilson's body.
Magomedov throws a leg kick which misses Vilson's front leg but catches the back leg as Vilson tries to avoid it.
Vilson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Magomedov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vilson manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vilson misses with a straight right.
Vilson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Vilson throws a leg kick which misses Magomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Magomedov tries to avoid it.
Vilson looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Magomedov staying out of range there.#T2#
Magomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
An inside leg kick lands from Magomedov.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magomedov, right into the meat.
Magomedov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vilson is out of range and Magomedov settles back down.
Vilson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vilson lands an overhand right.
Vilson moves forwards but Magomedov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magomedov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magomedov throws a solid leg kick but Vilson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a kick to the body
and Vilson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vilson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vilson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magomedov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vilson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Magomedov wants to clinch.
A jab from Vilson misses.
Vilson misses with a body kick. #T3#
Vilson misses with a looping left.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vilson is looking to counter punch.
Vilson takes one to the chin there.
Nice body kick there by Vilson.
Vilson blocks a jab.
Vilson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the body
and Vilson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vilson avoids a kick to the body.
Magomedov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vilson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Vilson circles away.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A jab from Vilson misses.
Vilson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vilson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Vilson's calf.
Vilson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vilson thumps Magomedov with a low kick.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vilson moves out of range of the body kick from Magomedov. #T4#
Vilson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov.
Junior Vilson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marat Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a jab-cross combination.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vilson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vilson cracks Magomedov with an open hand slap.
Vilson throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Vilson misses with a hook.
Magomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Vilson misses with a looping right.
Magomedov lands a leg kick that knocks Vilson off balance momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Magomedov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vilson.
Vilson misses with a straight right.
Vilson connects with a crisp jab.
Magomedov lands with an uppercut that bounces Vilson off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Junior Vilson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Vilson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Vilson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Magomedov might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Vilson has got the better of the exchanges.
Magomedov tries a low kick but Vilson avoids it.
Magomedov scores with a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Vilson.
Vilson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Vilson misses with a two punch combination.
Junior Vilson is winning the standup battle so far.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut
and Vilson counters with a one-two to the body.
A low kick from Magomedov is predictable there
letting Vilson counter with a right hand.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Vilson slips the punch.
Magomedov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Vilson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Vilson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Magomedov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Magomedov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Vilson misses with a looping left.
Vilson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Vilson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Magomedov in his tracks.
Vilson blocks a jab.
Magomedov throws a chopping leg kick but Vilson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#CL2#
Magomedov instigates a clinch. #BC#
Vilson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magomedov, right into the meat.
Vilson blocks the body kick.
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Vilson.
Vilson thumps Magomedov with a low kick.
Magomedov motions for Vilson to come forward. Magomedov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vilson.
A telegraphed right hand from Vilson misses the target.
Magomedov flicks out a counter leg kick but Vilson steps away.
Magomedov slips a jab from Vilson.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vilson was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Vilson misses the shot to the body.
Vilson misses with a low kick.
Vilson tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vilson lands with an uppercut that bounces Magomedov off the cage and back into range.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Vilson's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov trying to move into half guard but instead Vilson has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Vilson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Magomedov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Vilson has passed into side control.
Magomedov seems a little lost for a moment, as Vilson dominates the positioning.
Magomedov wants to control but Vilson postures up.#T3#
Magomedov is not content to let Vilson control the position.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Vilson taking a breather here.
Vilson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#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.
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vilson takes a little break here. Magomedov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Junior Vilson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Vilson quickly recovers to half guard.
Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vilson defending well though.
Magomedov working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Vilson's thigh. Vilson counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Magomedov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Vilson defending against the ground and pound.
Vilson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vilson not doing much here. #T1#
Magomedov wants to improve his position but Vilson is controlling well.
Vilson slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Vilson has control of the leg.
Magomedov regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vilson's guard. #REVB#
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Vilson keeps moving.
Magomedov trying to move into half guard but instead Vilson has managed to sweep!#REVR##T3#
Vilson pushing down on Magomedov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
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.
Magomedov is staying active underneath Vilson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Vilson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Vilson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Marat Magomedov just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Vilson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Vilson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into Vilson's guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vilson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vilson wants to sweep but no luck.
Marat Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vilson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vilson is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Vilson keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vilson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Vilson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1#
Vilson tries to advance to mount but Magomedov denies him.
Vilson works to advance to full mount. Magomedov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Magomedov is desperately trying to improve his position but Vilson has a good base and remains in mount.
Vilson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov gets back to half guard.#T3#
Magomedov tries to roll over but Vilson keeps him under control.
Vilson wants to take a breather but Magomedov is having none of it.
Vilson controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov sizes up Vilson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Vilson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Vilson connects with the punch.#T4#
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
Good work by Vilson as he checks the leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Magomedov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Vilson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Vilson slips the punch.
Magomedov throws a body kick that misses
and Vilson counters with a low kick, right behind Magomedov 's knee.
Some bone on bone action there as Magomedov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Magomedov staying out of range there.
Vilson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a wild body kick that Vilson sees coming a mile off.
Magomedov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magomedov takes a swing at Vilson's ribcage but misses.
Vilson takes one on the button.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Vilson is able to avoid easily.
Magomedov swinging wildly here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vilson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vilson tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Junior Vilson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Vilson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Vilson lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Magomedov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Vilson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Vilson throws a chopping leg kick but Magomedov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Vilson throws a solid leg kick but Magomedov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Vilson.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Vilson counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jab, jab by Vilson - just one landing.
Vilson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magomedov looks for the body kick but Vilson saw that one coming.
Magomedov throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vilson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Vilson misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vilson misses with a hook.
Magomedov moves away from the strike by Vilson.
Vilson just misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov tries a quick counter leg kick but Vilson is wise to it.#T1#
Vilson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Vilson throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Vilson throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Vilson defending against the ground and pound.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Vilson is working away.
Vilson regains half guard, as Magomedov was trying to land strikes.
Magomedov is trying to control. Vilson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Magomedov passes to side control.
Vilson tries to bench press Magomedov off him but Magomedov keeps the position.
Marat Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov throws a strike aimed at the side of Vilson's head but Vilson avoids it well.
Magomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Magomedov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Magomedov misses with the ground and pound.
Magomedov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Vilson's legs.
Vilson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov is trying to ground and pound but Vilson uses the momentary lack of control by Magomedov to regain half guard.
Vilson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Vilson regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Magomedov.
Magomedov is pushing down on Vilson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vilson is fighting to maintain full guard but Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Vilson is defending well.
Vilson regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Vilson has wrist control.
Vilson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Vilson controlling Magomedov's posture.
Vilson is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vilson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vilson can't keep his opponent in guard - Magomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Vilson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vilson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marat Magomedov.
I think Vilson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 48:47
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 49:46
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junior Vilson!
Junior Vilson retains his lightweight title!
Junior Vilson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DARE 44
Date: May 12, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL#
Magomedov pushes Gavin up against the cage in a clinch.
Gavin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gavin misses with a body punch. #TD#
Magomedov has hold of one of Gavin's legs. Gavin is fighting the takedown attempt but Magomedov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Gavin has momentary wrist control but Magomedov slips an elbow through the middle.
Magomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gavin is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Magomedov stands and throws Gavin's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Magomedov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Gavin is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Gavin tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Gavin tries to escape but Magomedov is in control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gavin is trying to control Magomedov's posture but Magomedov avoids it. #T1#
Magomedov tries to score with some ground and pound. Gavin controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Magomedov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Gavin!
Magomedov misses with a head shot.
Gavin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Magomedov unloads with some shots from mount but Gavin bucks and avoids them well.
Gavin wants to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Magomedov wants to control the pace but Gavin is squirming around nicely.
Magomedov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Magomedov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#CUT#
It looks like Tommy Gavin has been cut.
Gavin is bucking up trying to escape but Magomedov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Gavin tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Gavin? #CUT#
The cut above Tommy Gavin's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gavin manages to regain half guard whilst avoiding the strikes.
Magomedov is trying to control the action in half guard but Gavin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedov thows a huge punch but Gavin dodges it nicely.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Gavin is working away.
Gavin trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Gavin defending well.
Gavin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Gavin is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Magomedov passes to full mount!
Magomedov connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #CUT#
Tommy Gavin's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Tommy Gavin's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marat Magomedov!
Marat Magomedov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: DARE 39: BUTANE VS. UMAGA
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov slips a straight right by Gavin.
Gavin looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Magomedov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magomedov.
Gavin misses with a straight right.
Gavin throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gavin lands the left hand.
Gavin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him.
Gavin closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gavin misses with a low kick.
Gavin looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gavin takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gavin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gavin lands a nice shot to the body.
Come on Gavin - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Gavin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gavin working aggressively here.
Gavin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Gavin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gavin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Gavin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gavin struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gavins head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gavin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Gavin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gavin moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A looping hook to the body misses from Gavin. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Gavin.
Magomedov throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Magomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gavin.
Magomedov looks to land a right hand but Gavin moved out of range.
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Gavin circles away and keeps his distance.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Gavin is able to avoid easily.
Gavin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
Gavin looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Magomedov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Gavin closes the distance and clinches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Gavin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3#
Gavin blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov is trying to drag Gavin to the mat but Gavin just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gavin tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Gavin back against the cage.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Gavin lands a left hand.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Gavin.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gavin lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gavin lands with a left to the head.
Gavin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gavin misses with some punches.
Gavin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Gavin gets underhooks to prevent Magomedov's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gavin scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gavin. #T4#
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Gavin circles away.
Gavin scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov swats away the attempt to clinch by Gavin.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Gavin has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Gavin lands a shoulder strike.
Gavin lands a nice uppercut.
Gavin presses Magomedov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov tries to work over Gavin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gavin misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gavin trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Gavin.
Gavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gavin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tommy Gavin will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Magomedov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gavin's sensitive parts.
Gavin tries to land a front kick but Magomedov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tommy Gavin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gavin moves away.
A big left from Gavin misses.
Magomedov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Magomedov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gavin is looking to slow Magomedov down with leg kicks.
Gavin avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Magomedov lands in his opponent's guard.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gavin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gavin is controlling Magomedov's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it.
Gavin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gavin is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gavin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gavin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Magomedov stands and throws Gavin's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gavin can't do much from the bottom here.
Magomedov is chipping away with strikes. #T2#
Magomedov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Gavin is avoiding damage well.
Gavin tries to buck Magomedov off but Magomedov is having none of it.
Gavin dodges the ground and pound from Magomedov.
Gavin is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Gavin is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
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. Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Gavin's temple.
Gavin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magomedov's back!
Gavin keeps control of the position as Magomedov tries to break free. #T3#
Gavin biding his time, looking for the opening.
Gavin wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
I really don't envy Magomedov right now. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gavin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to break free.
Gavin lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Gavin is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov misses with a hook. Gavin ducked under it nicely.
Gavin misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
Gavin fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range.
Magomedov tried to score with a low kick but Gavin checks it.
Magomedov throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Gavin with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Magomedov to score with a decent uppercut.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Gavin's head but Gavin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gavin slips a jab from Magomedov.
Gavin tries to land a leg kick but Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gavin pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Gavin settles back down.
Gavin takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gavin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gavin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomedov slips a jab from Gavin.
Gavin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gavin buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gavin feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Magomedov's calf.
Gavin finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gavin misses with a low kick. #T1##TD#
Magomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Magomedov working the ground and pound but Gavin is defending the strikes.
Gavin is trying to improve his position.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Gavin is working from the bottom.
Magomedov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Gavin keeps Magomedov under control for a moment.
Gavin prevents Magomedov from moving into mount.
Magomedov scoring with punches from side control.
Gavin wants to control but Magomedov postures up.#T2#
Magomedov just content to control the position.
Magomedov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Gavin to see if he's OK.
Magomedov tries to advance to mount but Gavin denies him.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Gavin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Gavin wants to control but Magomedov postures up.#T3#
Gavin is looking for a sweep.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gavin keeps working.
Gavin struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Gavin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gavin is looking to regain half guard here but Magomedov keeps moving and retains side control.
Magomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Gavin stops Magomedov from passing to mount. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Gavin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov laying and praying for a moment but Gavin takes advantage and regains half guard.
Gavin tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Magomedov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Magomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gavin is looking to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marat Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Magomedov 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: DARE 32
Date: Mar 10, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Kuznetsov gets tackled into the cage by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kuznetsov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kuznetsov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kuznetsov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Kuznetsov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kuznetsov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but Magomedov checks it.
Kuznetsov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuznetsov throws a series of punches but Magomedov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kuznetsov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov.
It appears Kuznetsov was looking to counter with a kick there.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kuznetsov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kuznetsov cracks Magomedov with an open hand slap.
Magomedov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kuznetsov finds it's way round the side to connect with Magomedov's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.#CL2#
Magomedov has closed the distance and engaged Kuznetsov in a clinch.
Kuznetsov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kuznetsov lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov working aggressively here. #TD2#
Magomedov has clasped his hands together around Kuznetsov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Kuznetsov is pushing Magomedov's head away, looking to escape. Magomedov manages to hold on to the position though.
Magomedov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kuznetsov to see if he's OK.
Kuznetsov tries to escape but Magomedov is in control.
Magomedov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kuznetsov sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Magomedov slows the pace down.
Magomedov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kuznetsov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Magomedov asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T2#
Magomedov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov pushes Magomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Magomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Kuznetsov is being controlled here.
Kuznetsov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kuznetsov is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Kuznetsov wants to control but Magomedov postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kuznetsov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kuznetsov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Magomedov scores with punches from side control. #T3#
Kuznetsov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Magomedov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kuznetsov is trying to get back to half guard.
Magomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kuznetsov is trying to buck Magomedov off.
Magomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet.
Kuznetsov trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kuznetsov keeps working. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kuznetsov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Magomedov is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kuznetsov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kuznetsov is pushing Magomedov's head away, looking to escape. Magomedov manages to hold on to the position though.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Kuznetsov is working away.
Magomedov lands a few punches from side control.
Kuznetsov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov 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##CL2#
Kuznetsov tries to keep at a distance but Magomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Kuznetsov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magomedov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kuznetsov fails to land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Magomedov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kuznetsov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kuznetsov defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetsov.
Magomedov throws a leg kick which misses Kuznetsov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kuznetsov tries to avoid it.
Kuznetsov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
An inside leg kick from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov misses with a straight left.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Magomedov clinches. #BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Magomedov scores with a nice body kick. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kuznetsov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kuznetsov.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land. #BC#
Kuznetsov breaks from the clinch.
Magomedov is looking to slow Kuznetsov down with leg kicks.
Magomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a good low kick that Magomedov was not able to check.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Magomedov misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice jab there from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kuznetsov checks a leg kick. #T2#
Magomedov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Magomedov.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice cross by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magomedov finds it's way round the side to connect with Kuznetsov's head.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Kuznetsov's shoulder, as Kuznetsov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov looks for the body kick but Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Kuznetsov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kuznetsov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kuznetsov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magomedov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A solid body kick from Magomedov.
Kuznetsov throws a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov tries to land a leg kick but Kuznetsov saw it coming and moves away.
Kuznetsov lands with a kick to the temple. Magomedov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Magomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kuznetsov.#T3#
Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
Magomedov feints a jab promting Kuznetsov to slip. Magomedov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kuznetsov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CL2#
Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Kuznetsov as the two fighters clinch.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kuznetsov gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kuznetsov prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Kuznetsov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kuznetsov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kuznetsov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a body punch. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kuznetsov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kuznetsov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses.
Magomedov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKuznetsov.
Magomedov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd cheers as Magomedov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kuznetsov doesn't seem phased though.
Magomedov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Good exchange - Kuznetsov coming out on top.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Kuznetsov throws a low kick but Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Kuznetsov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Magomedov walks into a stiff left hand from Kuznetsov.
Magomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Nikolai Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magomedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kuznetsov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks to land a combination but Magomedov avoids it well.
A leg kick checked by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Magomedov.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Kuznetsov staying out of range there.
Good work by Magomedov as he checks the leg kick.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kuznetsov.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magomedov throws out a powerful jab.
Magomedov misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kuznetsov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kuznetsov tries to bum rush Magomedov with a series of wild strikes but Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Kuznetsov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kuznetsov motions for Magomedov to come forward. Kuznetsov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov looks to land a body kick but Magomedov moved away.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Magomedov misses with a looping left.
Kuznetsov moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Magomedov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kuznetsov circles away quickly and effectively.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Kuznetsov's ribs.
Kuznetsov looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Kuznetsov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov misses with an uppercut. Kuznetsov saw that one coming.
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetsov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov looks to land a left hand but Kuznetsov moved out of range nicely.
Kuznetsov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kuznetsov but Kuznetsov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Kuznetsov thumps Magomedov with a low kick.
Kuznetsov lands with a right hand.
Kuznetsov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Kuznetsov lands a nice looking body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetsov.
Magomedov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Magomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kuznetsov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magomedov wants to counter the offense by Kuznetsov and move into the clinch position.
Magomedov throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick.
Magomedov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Magomedov thuds his right hand into Kuznetsov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Magomedov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magomedov throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
Magomedov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kuznetsov. Kuznetsov obviously looking to wear him down.
Magomedov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magomedov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Nice uppercut there from Magomedov.
Magomedov scoring well with a low kick there.
Magomedov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Magomedov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick
letting Magomedov counter with a right hand.
Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.
Magomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov connects with a looping right hand.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kuznetsov connects with a leg kick. Magomedov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kuznetsov misses with the combination.
Kuznetsov tried to score with a low kick but Magomedov checks it.
Kuznetsov looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Kuznetsov moves out of range easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice looking body shot.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Kuznetsov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kuznetsov continues to drive forward.#T4#
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
A jab from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Magomedov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
An inside leg kick lands from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kuznetsov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Kuznetsov keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Kuznetsov lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Kuznetsov misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kuznetsov is trying to force a seperation but Magomedov has the dominant position.
Kuznetsov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marat Magomedov.
I think Magomedov 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DARE 26
Date: Feb 07, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Magomedov darts in and clinches Valens up against the cage.
We've been hearing reports that Magomedov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Magomedov pushes Valens back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Valens misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Valens backwards.
Magomedov takes a shot to the head.
Valens blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Valens prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Valens fails to land.
Valens lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Valens avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the cage.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Valens.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Valens tries to stall but Magomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Valens misses with a hook from the clinch.
Valens blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Valenss head.
Valens tries to stall but Magomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valens takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Valens has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Valens can turn it around.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Valenss head.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Valens. #TD#
Magomedov tightens his grip and picks Valens up, before dumping him to the ground. Valens manages to land in guard.
Magomedov won't allow Valens to sweep him here.
Magomedov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Valens keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Valens wants to improve his position but instead Magomedov has moved into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Valens is trying to get back to full guard.
Valens wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Valens wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Valens looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Valens is working from the bottom.
Valens is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Magomedov jumps into side control!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Valens is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Valens prevents Magomedov from improving position.
Magomedov lands a few punches from side control.
Magomedov lands a few punches from side control.#T3#
Valens looks to move to half guard but instead Magomedov has passed into mount! Damn!
Magomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Valens keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Magomedov is landing with some decent strikes but Valens is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#CUT#
It looks like Jan Paul Valens has been cut.
Valens tries to hold on but Magomedov pushes him away. #SUB#
Magomedov jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Valens is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Valens and Magomedov has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Magomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Valens is trying to escape the position but Magomedov is controlling the position.
Magomedov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T4#
Magomedov working away.
Magomedov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Valens keeps working.
Magomedov moves into full mount!
Magomedov punishing his opponent with strikes.
Magomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Valens tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Magomedov landing strikes from the mount.
Magomedov with the ground and pound from mount.
Valens is looking to get to half guard.
Valens is bucking up trying to escape but Magomedov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jan Paul Valens's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Valens keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Valens fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Valens is just out of range.
Valens misses with a looping left.
Valens throws a lazy right hand but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Valens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Valens stuffs the takedown.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Valens lands a head kick. Magomedov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A jab from Magomedov misses.
A nice side step and Valens releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Valens changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Valens is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Valens circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Valens stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Magomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Valens counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Magomedov.
Valens on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
Valens throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Magomedov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov being controlled against the cage.
Valens swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Valens avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the cage.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Valens misses with a hook from the clinch.
Valens wants a takedown.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Valens controls the action.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with some punches. #BC2#
Valens's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov looks to throw the jab but Valens is out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Valens.
Valens fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.#T2#
Valens scores with a spinning back kick!
Valens wants to land a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range.
Valens takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Valens takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Valens misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice sprawl there from Valens as Magomedov shoots in.#CL2#
Valens rushes Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Valens blocking some punches.
Valens tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Valens back against the cage.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov. #BC2#
Valens escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A cross from Magomedov lands.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab, jab by Magomedov - just one landing.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Decent striking displayed by Valens there.
Valens throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
A shot to the liver by Magomedov. Beautiful body shot.
Valens throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Magomedov blocks a head kick by Valens.
Valens cracks Magomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut. Valens saw that one coming.
A big left from Valens misses.
Magomedov looks to land a body kick but Valens moved away.
Valens counters with a body kick.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Valens.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Valens tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Valens manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Valens.
Magomedov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Valens pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jan Paul Valens seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Valens moves out of range easily.
Magomedov throws a chopping leg kick but Valens manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Valens doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Valens misses with a wild combination.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice shot lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Valens with a good jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Valens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magomedov prevents Valens from breaking the clinch.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Valens working aggressively here.
Valens blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Valens pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Valens ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jan Paul Valens is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Valens scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Valens takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Magomedov scores with a nice right hand.
Valens defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
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 Marat Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jan Paul Valens's cut.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Valens.
Valens displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Valens takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Valens misses with a body kick.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Valens.
Valens just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMagomedov.
Valens throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magomedov.
Valens tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Valens.
Valens avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Valens moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL2#
Valens has closed the distance and engaged Magomedov in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Valens backwards.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Valenss head.
Valens has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Valens goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Valens can do to turn this around?
Valens blocking some punches. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Marat Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Valens's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Valens.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Valens tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Valens misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Valens.
Valens stalling the fight.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Valens swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Valens throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov. #BC2#
Valens escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Valens sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jan Paul Valens has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov lands a jab to the head.
Valens lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Magomedov connects with the punch.
A nice combination there by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Valens tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Magomedov misses.
Valens connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magomedov's hands.
Magomedov dodges the punch combination from Valens.
Valens takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Valens connects with a nice looking jab.
Valens jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Valens walks into a straight right hand from Magomedov.
Magomedov thuds his right hand into Valens's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Valens doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Valens throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Valens scores with a leg kick.
Valens on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magomedov moves out of range of the body kick.
Magomedov cracks Valens with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Valens misses with a punch on the inside.
Valens lands with a right to the head.
Valens misses with the head strike.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Valens.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Valens working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Valens fails to land.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Valens controls his hands. #T4#
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Valens backwards.
Valens misses with some punches.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Valens.
Valens blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Valens misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Valens.
Magomedov is leaning against Valens and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Valens takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Valens tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Valens lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Valens wants to stall.
Magomedov pushes Valens back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Valens tries to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Valens fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Valens misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Valens on the inside.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marat Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Magomedov, 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marat Magomedov!
A very excited looking Marat Magomedov 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: DARE 21
Date: Jan 06, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Oliveira sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Oliveira circles away from the clinch attempt
and Oliveira counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the body.
Magomedov defending well as Oliveira loads up on a big left hand.
Oliveira jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oliveira lands with a hook. Magomedov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magomedov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Oliveira darts in and clinches Magomedov up against the cage.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Oliveira lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Oliveira misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Magomedov.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Oliveira's elbow.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Oliveira.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Oliveira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Oliveira misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Oliveira or not.
Oliveira swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Oliveira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oliveira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Oliveira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Oliveira working aggressively here.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Oliveira landing knees to the head.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Oliveira lands a knee to the body.
Oliveira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov is leaning against Oliveira and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oliveira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Oliveira. #T2#
Magomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but Oliveira manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Oliveira misses with some punches.
Oliveira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Oliveira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oliveira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Oliveira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries to work over Oliveira's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Oliveira working Magomedov over with knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Oliveira.
Oliveira misses with the head strike.
Oliveira blocking some punches.
Oliveira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oliveira will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Magomedov up against the cage.
Oliveira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards. #CUT2#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Oliveira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Oliveira misses with some punches.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Oliveira.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Oliveira tries a knee to the head but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Oliveira struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Oliveira misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov is looking for a takedown.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Oliveira backwards.
Oliveira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Oliveira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magomedov is defending well for now.
Oliveira is trying to maintain a safe position but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns Oliveira into the cage.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Oliveira pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Oliveira circles away and keeps his distance.
Oliveira lands a jab.
Oliveira lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Oliveira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Oliveira tries to sprawl but Magomedov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Oliveira trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
Oliveira is looking to improve his position.
Oliveira is trying to stand back up but Magomedov is controlling him
Oliveira is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Oliveira is refusing to be controlled, as Magomedov sits in half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fernando Oliveira will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Oliveira blocks a head kick by Magomedov.
Oliveira throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Good leg kick by Magomedov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Magomedov lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oliveira.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oliveira throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov throwing a counter right hand but Oliveira manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Oliveira misses its intended target. #TD#
Magomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Oliveira sprawls well initially but Magomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Oliveira manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Magomedov lands with a hook. Oliveira tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magomedov connects with the punch.
Magomedov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Oliveira throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Magomedov tries to counter with a takedown but Oliveira is quick to defend against it.
Magomedov throws a nice head kick!
Oliveira moves out of range of the body kick from Magomedov. #T1#
Oliveira tries to bum rush Magomedov with a series of wild strikes but Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Oliveira misses with a double jab.
Oliveira misses with a straight right.
Oliveira swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Oliveira is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magomedov misses with a kick to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magomedov, right into the meat.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov throws a leg kick which misses Oliveira's front leg but catches the back leg as Oliveira tries to avoid it.
A shot to the body from Magomedov misses
and Oliveira counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magomedov lands a leg kick that knocks Oliveira off balance momentarily.
Magomedov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Oliveira momentarily.
Magomedov scores with a hook.
Oliveira connects with a body shot that sends Magomedov's belly button to the back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov looks to throw the jab but Oliveira is out of range. #T2#
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Oliveira.
Magomedov is looking to counter with a body kick.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Oliveira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A jab from Oliveira misses.
Magomedov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Oliveira on the side of the head.
Oliveira throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Oliveira throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Oliveira is just out of range.
Nice cross by Magomedov.
Oliveira lands a jab.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oliveira manages to avoid it.
Oliveira scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Magomedov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Oliveira counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fernando Oliveira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oliveira blocks a jab.#T3##TD#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Oliveira napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Oliveira wants to control but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Oliveira is working away.
Oliveira manages to get back to half guard.
Oliveira desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Magomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Oliveira with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Oliveira wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T4#
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Magomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Oliveira really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Magomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Oliveira on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Oliveira is working from the bottom.
Oliveira moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Magomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Oliveira 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.
Oliveira wants to stand up but Magomedov is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov is looking to slow Oliveira down with leg kicks.
Magomedov lands a glancing blow to the side of Oliveira's head.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Oliveira moves away
and Oliveira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oliveira misses with a straight right.
Oliveira throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Oliveira fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Oliveira moves into the clinch successfully.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Oliveira blocks it.
Fernando Oliveira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Oliveira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Oliveira lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Oliveira.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Oliveira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Oliveira.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Oliveira manages to get underhooks.
Oliveira scores with a shoulder strike.
Oliveira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Oliveira backwards.
Oliveira lands an uppercut.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Oliveira.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Magomedov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Oliveira regains guard immediately. #ES2#
Oliveira wriggles free and stands up.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A big right from Oliveira misses. #CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Oliveira.#T2#
Oliveira lands a left hand.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oliveira pushes Magomedov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Oliveira.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Oliveira.
Oliveira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Oliveira.
Oliveira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Oliveira blocking some punches.
Oliveira trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Oliveira landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Oliveira swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Oliveira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Oliveira lands a right hand.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Oliveira looking to throw knees to the head but Magomedov is blocking nicely.
Oliveira lands a knee to the head. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
A head punch on the inside from Oliveira fails to land.
Oliveira digs a right hand underneath Magomedov's ribcage. Magomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nice body punch from Oliveira - that landed with a thud.
Oliveira blocks an uppercut.
Oliveira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Oliveira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Oliveira backwards.
Oliveira misses with the head strike.
Oliveira working aggressively here.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Oliveira's elbow.
Magomedov can't get the takedown.
Oliveira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Oliveira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Oliveira scores with a nice hook to the head.
Oliveira gets underhooks to prevent Magomedov's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oliveira tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Oliveira avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the cage. #T4#
Oliveira has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Oliveira's elbow.
Oliveira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov managing to block the knees to the body from Oliveira.
Oliveira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Oliveira can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Oliveira.
Good body shot from Oliveira.
Oliveira throws a knee to the head but misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Oliveira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Oliveira is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Oliveira digs a right hand underneath Magomedov's ribcage. Magomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Oliveira throws knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A right hand to the body from Oliveira.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Oliveira misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov working aggressively here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fernando Oliveira comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Oliveira 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fernando Oliveira!
Our winner, Fernando Oliveira, 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 Marat Magomedov had this to say: 'Finally, someone that gave the Beast a challenge. I expected Vilson to be a difficult opponent but I did not think he would beat me. Congratulations to him. I will be back'.

Event: DARE 17
Date: Dec 09, 2017

#R1#
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vilson avoids the body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've been informed that Vilson 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.
Vilson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magomedov circles away quickly and effectively.
Vilson slips a jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magomedov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vilson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magomedov connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov misses with a hook.
Magomedov backing away here, and Vilson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
The fighters circling - Vilson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Vilson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vilson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vilson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Vilson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Vilson moves out of range.
Magomedov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Vilson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Magomedov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut
and Vilson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vilson misses with a hook.
Junior Vilson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vilson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Vilson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Vilson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magomedov. That's going to slow Vilson down.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Vilson moves away and avoids it.
Vilson cracks Magomedov with a good jab.
A solid body kick from Magomedov.
Magomedov thuds his right hand into Vilson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Vilson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Vilson settles back down.
Magomedov is looking to counter the offense by Vilson and move into the clinch.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Vilson.
Magomedov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice straight punches there by Magomedov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magomedov.
Vilson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Vilson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a nice body kick.
Vilson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Vilson swats away the attempt to clinch by Magomedov.
Vilson tries to work over Magomedov's front leg with a kick but Magomedov checks it.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov lands with a right hand.
Vilson scores with a nice strike.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Vilson moves away and avoids it.
Vilson misses with a shot to the body
and Magomedov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Magomedov with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Magomedov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vilson. Vilson obviously looking to wear him down.
Magomedov scores with a punch to the head.
Vilson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Vilson.
Vilson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Vilson.
Vilson misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vilson.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vilson checks a leg kick.
Magomedov moves out of range of the leg kick from Vilson.
Magomedov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Vilson slips under a jab.
Sloppy strikes from Magomedov. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Magomedov clinches up against the cage.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Vilson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Vilson breaks the clinch.
A slow jab from Vilson misses its intended target.
Vilson throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov moves away from the strike by Vilson.
Vilson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Vilson tries to land a leg kick but Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vilson.
Vilson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Magomedov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The fighters circling - Vilson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Vilson just manages to avoid it.
Vilson lands a nice looking body shot.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vilson.
Magomedov throws a hook but Vilson avoids it easily.
Vilson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov scores with a kick to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Junior Vilson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Vilson throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Magomedov blocks the low kick.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vilson blocks a head kick by Magomedov.
Vilson ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Vilson misses with an uppercut.
Vilson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Vilson swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vilson.
A shot to the liver by Vilson. Beautiful body shot.
Vilson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Magomedov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Vilson checks the leg kick.
Magomedov lands with an overhand left.
Vilson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Vilson throws a good cross that connects.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.#T1#
Magomedov looks to throw the jab but Vilson is out of range.
Vilson throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Vilson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Vilson.
Magomedov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vilson sprawls and moves away.
Vilson throws a shot to the body.
Vilson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Vilson misses with a low kick.
A big right from Vilson misses.
Vilson connects with a looping right hand.
Magomedov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vilson on the side of the head. #CL#
Magomedov has Vilson up against the cage in a clinch.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Vilson misses with the head strike. #T2#
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Vilson avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the cage.
Vilson struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vilson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Vilson lands a left hand.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Vilson breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Magomedov clinches up with Vilson and pushes him back against the cage.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov tries to stall but Vilson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Vilson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vilson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Vilson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov throws a poor cross that misses
and Vilson counters with a right hand to the body.
Vilson checks a leg kick.
Vilson wants to slow Magomedov down by chopping away at his legs. #T3#
Vilson misses with a body shot
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov punishes Vilson's body with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov lands a jab to the head.
Vilson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vilson throws a leg kick which misses Magomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Magomedov tries to avoid it.
Magomedov is looking to chop away at Vilson's legs.
Vilson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magomedov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Magomedov catches Vilson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vilson defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Vilson looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Vilson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Magomedov. Magomedov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vilson.
Vilson throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vilson loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Vilson throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range. #T4#
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vilson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Magomedov misses with a straight left.
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Vilson, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Vilson against the cage but Vilson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Vilson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vilson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Vilson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vilson throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vilson 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 Magomedov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Magomedov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magomedov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magomedov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Vilson catches Magomedov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Magomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Vilson on the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vilson throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice takedown defense from Vilson. No joy for Magomedov on that attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Junior Vilson 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!
#R3#
Vilson throws out a leg kick but Magomedov moves out of range and Vilson only half commits.
Magomedov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vilson to score with a decent uppercut.
Vilson swats away the attempt to clinch by Magomedov.
Vilson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Magomedov looking to score a takedown here. Vilson is defending well but Magomedov drives through and ends up in Vilson's guard.
Vilson trying to control the position.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Vilson is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Vilson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov looking to sit in guard and control but Vilson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
Vilson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov trying to control the position. #T2#
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vilson's guard. #REVR#
Magomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov content to stall in guard here.
Magomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Vilson is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vilson is on top in guard. #REVB#
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Vilson controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Vilson controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Vilson passes into side control.
Vilson works to advance to full mount. Magomedov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Magomedov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vilson controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Magomedov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Vilson avoids the attempt from Magomedov to control.
Vilson content just to control the position here.
Magomedov is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Junior Vilson just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Vilson blocks a head kick by Magomedov.
Vilson throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
Magomedov avoids a kick to the body.
Vilson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Magomedov moves in looking to clinch but Vilson pushes him off.
Vilson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Junior Vilson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD#
Magomedov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vilson to the ground. Magomedov is now in Vilson's guard.
Vilson pulls Magomedov in to control the position.
Magomedov postures up in Vilson's guard and throws a big left but Vilson blocks it.
Vilson is trying to hold Magomedov in close to prevent damage but Magomedov has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vilson won't allow Magomedov to pass to mount.
Magomedov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Magomedov looks to land a strike but Vilson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T1#
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vilson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vilson keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vilson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vilson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vilson is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Vilson keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Vilson looks to land a body kick but Magomedov moved away.
Magomedov moves out of range of the leg kick from Vilson.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Magomedov stuns Vilson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomedov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Vilson misses the jab.#TD#
Vilson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Magomedov to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T3#
Vilson working a defensive guard here.
Vilson has his hands on Magomedov's head, controlling the position.
Magomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Magomedov trying to control but Vilson is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vilson holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Vilson wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vilson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Vilson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Vilson feints a counter leg kick.
Magomedov misses the shot to the body.
Vilson looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov had his way with Junior Vilson in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
A low kick from Magomedov is predictable there
and Vilson counters with a nice body kick.
Vilson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vilson looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Vilson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a leg kick.
Magomedov blocks a leg kick.
Magomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vilson moves away.
Magomedov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vilson pinned against the cage. Vilson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vilson scores with a hook to the body. Magomedov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vilson thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Magomedov if he has to take too many more of those. #T1#
Magomedov checks the leg kick.
Magomedov throws a jab when Vilson was well out of range.
Vilson moves forwards but Magomedov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Vilson defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
And Vilson responds with a good body kick, but Magomedov manages to step out the way in time.
Vilson stuffs the takedown.
Vilson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magomedov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Vilson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vilson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Vilson throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vilson looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Vilson slips the punch.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Marat Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Vilson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Vilson, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Vilson against the cage but Vilson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov scores with a kick to the midsection.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vilson. That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov takes one to the chin there.
Vilson throws a solid leg kick but Magomedov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Vilson.
Magomedov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vilson misses with a hook.
Magomedov scores with a jab. Vilson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vilson moves out of range of the leg kick from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Vilson motions for Magomedov to come forward. Vilson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vilson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov. #T3#
Vilson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov throws a series of punches but Vilson avoids them all with ease.
Vilson scores with a leg kick.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Vilson misses with a low kick.
Vilson throws a leg kick that misses.
Vilson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Vilson misses with a leg kick.
Magomedov misses with a right hand
letting Vilson counter with a right hand.
A leg kick checked by Vilson.
Vilson tries to land a leg kick but Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
Vilson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Vilson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Vilson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vilson tries to score with a low kick but Magomedov moves his leg out of the way.
A jab from Vilson misses.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vilson misses with an uppercut
and Magomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Vilson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Magomedov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov ducks right into an uppercut from Vilson.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Vilson.
Magomedov throws a low kick but Vilson avoids it.
Magomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vilson throws out the jab.
Magomedov lands a jab.
Magomedov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vilson finds it's way round the side to connect with Magomedov's head.
Vilson looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Junior Vilson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Vilson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 46:49
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 47:49
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Junior Vilson!
Junior Vilson is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Junior Vilson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Marat Magomedov had this to say: 'Finally, someone that gave the Beast a challenge. I expected Vilson to be a difficult opponent but I did not think he would beat me. Congratulations to him. I will be back'.

Event: TWGC 19 (155lbs, D1): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marat Magomedov (ranked 375 p4p, 43 weight class) and Dado Mata (ranked 696 p4p, 32 weight class). Magomedov comes into the arena with Evangelion OST - The Beast II blaring out of the sound system. Mata has chosen 和楽器バンド / 千本桜 as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

178 cm
24 yrs
160 lbs

172 cm
33 yrs
145 lbs

Magomedov

Mata

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Marat Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Dado Mata!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Tarja Halkonen and Roosa Järviläinen.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Mata back into the cage.
Magomedov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mata.
Magomedov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mata.
Mata is working for takedown but Magomedov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Marat Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dado Mata.
Magomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mata prevents it.
Magomedov gets underhooks to prevent Mata's takedown attempt.
Magomedov prevents the takedown attempt.
Magomedov wants a takedown.
Mata is trying to drag Magomedov to the mat but Magomedov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Magomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mata stops a takedown attempt from Magomedov.

Magomedov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (0) Mata
Mata keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Mata looking for a sweep. Not yet Mata, not yet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mata knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Magomedov not doing much here.
Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Mata defends it.
Mata wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
Mata manages to get to full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mata is keeping the position for now.
Mata controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
Magomedov is pushing down on Mata's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mata is fighting to maintain full guard but Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.

Magomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mata sees it coming and defends easily.
Mata works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mata bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (2) Mata
Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mata trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mata advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (2) vs (5) Mata
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov trying to remain calm as Mata controls from the top position.
Magomedov prevents Mata from moving into mount.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mata trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mata wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Magomedov looking for a sweep but Mata has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Magomedov (2) vs (7) Mata
Mata controlling his opponent.
Mata wants to control the pace but Magomedov is squirming around nicely.
Mata seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Magomedov is holding on tight.
Mata trying to control but he's not successful this time.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mata controlling the position easily from mount.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Mata trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Magomedov has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Magomedov (2) vs (10) Mata
Well, with Mata on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Magomedov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?

Mata working for the choke.
Mata biding his time, controlling Magomedov.
Mata tries to get the hooks in deep but Magomedov pushed the leg off.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov turns into Mata and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (4) vs (10) Mata
Mata is trying to keep Magomedov in close.

Mata working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mata looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mata keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Mata 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.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mata keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Magomedov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mata looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Mata is retaining full guard.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Mata.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mata swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Mata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magomedov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mata is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (4) vs (12) Mata
Magomedov wants to improve his position but Mata is controlling well.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov trying to control here.
Mata is trying to control. Magomedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Mata has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (4) vs (15) Mata
Magomedov is looking to improve his position but Mata isn't that keen on the idea.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov stops Mata from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Mata looking to control but Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
My spies in Martial Arts Dojo inform me that Mata has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Magomedov is looking to improve his position but Mata isn't that keen on the idea.
Mata looking to control but Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov can't escape the position.

Magomedov tries to improve his position but Mata has taken his back! Mata has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Magomedov tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Mata pushes Magomedov away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dado Mata!
A very excited looking Dado Mata 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.
Marat Magomedov spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back to break this boy, you will see'.

Event: DARE X
Date: Oct 21, 2017

#R1#
Gavin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
Gavin tries a quick counter leg kick but Magomedov is wise to it.
Gavin misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Gavin finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Gavin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Gavin manages to get to full guard.
Magomedov cracks Gavin with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gavin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gavin holds on and takes a little breather.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Magomedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gavin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gavin has his hands on Magomedov's head, controlling the position.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gavin is keeping the position for now.
Gavin pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Gavin trying to control the position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Magomedov throws a strike but Gavin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Gavin preventing the sweep.
Gavin content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gavin is aware though and is defending well.
Gavin wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
Gavin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gavin won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Gavin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gavin preventing the sweep.
Gavin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gavin won't allow Magomedov to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gavin trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gavin throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Gavin misses with a kick to the body
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Gavin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tommy Gavin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Magomedov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Gavin pushes Magomedov off and gets back to his feet. #T4#
Gavin slips under a jab.
Gavin jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gavin looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Gavin gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Magomedov lands with a straight right. Gavin didn't see that one coming.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gavin.
Gavin attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gavin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magomedov on the side of the head.
Gavin throws a low kick but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Gavin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magomedov can pounce on him.
Magomedov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gavin throws a wild body kick that Magomedov sees coming a mile off.
Magomedov takes a swing at Gavin's ribcage but misses.
Gavin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magomedov's sensitive parts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tommy Gavin will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Gavin cracks the inside of Magomedov's front leg.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Magomedov lands a really nice looking cross but Gavin seems unphased.
Gavin moves out of range of the strikes.
Gavin throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gavin.
Magomedov scores with a jab.
Magomedov throws a low kick but Gavin avoids it.
Magomedov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gavin. Gavin obviously looking to wear him down.
Magomedov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A clash of legs there as Magomedov blocks the low kick.
Gavin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gavin.
Gavin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Gavin.
Magomedov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gavin misses with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Gavin.
Gavin throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Gavin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Magomedov in his tracks. #T1##TD#
Magomedov shoots in and bounces Gavin off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Gavin is keeping the position.
Gavin has momentary wrist control but Magomedov slips an elbow through the middle.
Magomedov postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it.
Gavin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Magomedov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Gavin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gavin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Gavin landing with the ground and pound.
Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gavin defends well.#SUB#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gavin preventing the sweep. #T3##SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Gavin pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU2#
Magomedov is working an open guard so Gavin takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Magomedov slips a jab from Gavin.
Gavin looks for the body kick but Magomedov saw that one coming.
Gavin checks a leg kick.
Gavin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tommy Gavin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gavin lands a nice shot that snaps Magomedov's head back.
Crunch! Gavin slams his shin into Magomedov's torso.
Magomedov throws the left hand but Gavin avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magomedov misses with a lunging right hand
and Gavin counters with a slapping leg kick.
Gavin connects with a solid leg kick.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Gavin circles away.
Gavin looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Magomedov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gavin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gavin tries a low kick but Magomedov avoids it.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Gavin quickly recovers to half guard.
Gavin 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov thows a huge punch but Gavin dodges it nicely.
Gavin trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov looks to land a strike but Gavin avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Gavin working a defensive guard but Magomedov passes into half guard.
Gavin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gavin wants to control but Magomedov passes easily into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tommy Gavin will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Magomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gavin buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gavin finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
Magomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gavin. #CL#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin. #BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gavin trying to control the position but instead, Magomedov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Gavin into the cage.
Magomedov is looking for a takedown.
Gavin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Gavin swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin. #BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch.
Gavin throws a leg kick
and Magomedov counters with a low kick, right behind Gavin 's knee.
Magomedov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gavin can pounce on him.
Gavin throws a body kick that misses
and Magomedov counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov misses with a looping left.
Gavin throws a right hand that misses
and Magomedov counters with a nice body kick.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gavin.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gavin was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Gavin throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Magomedov blocks the body kick.
Gavin misses with a looping left.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gavin.
Magomedov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gavin. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gavin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gavin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gavin moves away from the strike by Magomedov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gavin! But no joy.
Gavin tried to score with a low kick but Magomedov checks it.
Magomedov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Gavin throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gavin throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gavin. Magomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov wants to clinch.
Magomedov misses with a looping left.
Gavin wants to slow Magomedov down by chopping away at his legs. #CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Gavin taking a breather.
Gavin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gavin is trying to break the clinch but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage.
Gavin gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Gavin tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Gavin back against the cage.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Gavin controls the action.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Gavin's head.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Gavin.
Gavin can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Gavin controls the action.
Marat Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Gavin manages to break the clinch.
Gavin blocks a head kick by Magomedov.
Gavin throws a body shot but no joy.
Gavin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gavin lands a jab to the nose.
Gavin misses the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gavin.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gavin. Gavin obviously looking to wear him down.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gavin swats away the attempt to clinch by Magomedov.
Gavin takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Gavin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Magomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gavin.
Gavin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Gavin.
Magomedov blocks the body kick.
Magomedov throws a quick counter kick to the body but Gavin avoids it.
A head kick by Gavin misses
and Magomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Gavin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gavin lands a nice shot that snaps Magomedov's head back.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Magomedov is looking to counter punch.
Magomedov avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Magomedov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gavin.
Gavin avoids the body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gavin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Tommy Gavin just about did enough to take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4##TD#
Gavin gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Magomedov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Gavin trying to control the position.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gavin is keeping the position for now.
Gavin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gavin keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov passes Gavin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Gavin's head.
Gavin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Magomedov wants to take a breather but Gavin is having none of it.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gavin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov.
Gavin is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gavin avoid being mounted?
Gavin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Magomedov looking to sit in guard and control but Gavin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gavin trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov looking to control. #T2#
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gavin is one step ahead there.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Gavin from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Gavin looking to improve position, pressing down on Magomedov's thigh with his hand. Magomedov seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Gavin paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Gavin's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Magomedov picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Marat Magomedov!
Marat Magomedov retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Marat Magomedov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DARE 6
Date: Sep 09, 2017

#R1#
Bottura keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomedov.
Bottura appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bottura lands a head kick. Magomedov smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT2#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bottura.
Bottura throws a head kick but Magomedov moves out of range. #CL#
Magomedov pushes Bottura up against the cage in a clinch.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Bottura tries to pull guard but Magomedov holds him up against the cage and eventually Bottura drops back down to his feet.
Magomedov is struggling to control the position.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Bottura jumps guard but Magomedov stands there with Bottura around his waist. Bottura gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bottura is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magomedov to keep the fight standing.
Marat Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caio Bottura.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bottura tries to pull guard but Magomedov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bottura tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bottura backwards.
Bottura tries to pull guard but Magomedov won't allow it.
Bottura is trying to pull guard but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bottura jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Magomedov walks away with a smile on his face. Bottura gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Magomedov misses with a left hand
and Bottura counters with a right hand to the body.
Bottura pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Magomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bottura is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Magomedov with a body shot.#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Bottura back into the cage.
Magomedov gets through Bottura's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Bottura fails to pull guard.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bottura uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bottura tries to pull guard but Magomedov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Bottura ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Bottura no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bottura is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bottura is keeping the position for now.
Our spies down at at LOD: Black Label inform us that Bottura has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Bottura defends it.
Magomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bottura trying to control here.
Bottura is looking to improve 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!
Magomedov winds up and cracks Bottura with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bottura makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bottura.
Bottura is trying to keep Magomedov in close. #T3#
Magomedov pushing down on Bottura's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Magomedov winds up and cracks Bottura with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bottura regains full guard. Nicely done.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Bottura is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bottura has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Magomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Bottura's legs - danger averted.
Bottura keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Magomedov lands a couple of elbows.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Bottura.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Bottura keeps moving.
Bottura looking for a sweep. Not yet Bottura, not yet. #T4#
Magomedov stays in close to Bottura's body and controls the position.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Bottura.
Magomedov stands up over Bottura, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Magomedov stands up over Bottura, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Bottura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bottura has his foot on Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
Magomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov stands and throws Bottura's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bottura tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Magomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bottura can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Magomedov lands a jab to the head.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bottura moves away.
Bottura is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Magomedov with a body shot.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bottura can do to turn this around?
That kick from Bottura tenderised Magomedov's leg. Magomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bottura circles away from the clinch attempt.
A jab from Magomedov misses.
Magomedov avoids the head kick by Bottura.
Bottura wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Good shot there by Magomedov.
Bottura tries to land a leg kick but Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov slips under a jab from Bottura.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Bottura.
Bottura on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Bottura slips the punch.#T1#
Bottura moves out of range of the strikes.
Bottura slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov with a nice cross.
Magomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bottura throws a body shot but no joy.
Bottura looks to throw a body kick
and Magomedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magomedov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bottura looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bottura connects with the punch.
A left lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov checks a low kick from Bottura.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bottura.
Bottura looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bottura uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.#T2#
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomedov. Bottura does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bottura rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Magomedov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Magomedov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Bottura staying out of range there.
Bottura does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
Bottura unleashes a big counter combination but Magomedov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bottura was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut
and Bottura counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bottura walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bottura ducks right into an uppercut from Magomedov.
Bottura on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bottura throws a nice looking combination but Magomedov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Magomedov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bottura's head.#T3#
Magomedov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bottura finds it's way round the side to connect with Magomedov's head.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bottura.
Magomedov scores with a nice head shot.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as Magomedov blocks the leg kick.
Bottura walks into a left hand.
Magomedov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bottura in his tracks.
Magomedov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bottura's head.
Bottura blocks a jab.
Magomedov backing away here, and Bottura unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Magomedov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bottura circles away quickly and effectively.
Despite the aggression on Bottura's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Marat Magomedov is winning the standup battle so far.
Magomedov swings for the body but Bottura moves out of range.
Bottura throws a sloppy head kick and Magomedov moves out of range easily.
A swing and a miss from Bottura.#T4#
A jab lands there for Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bottura throws a leg kick
and Magomedov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magomedov misses with a right hand
and Bottura counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bottura throws a sloppy body shot
and Magomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Magomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
A good leg kick by Bottura.
Bottura walks into a left hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bottura.
Nice defenses there by Bottura.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Bottura moves away and avoids it.
Bottura throws a leg kick which misses Magomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Magomedov tries to avoid it.
Bottura doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Bottura throws a sloppy head kick and Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Magomedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magomedov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bottura counters with a straight right hand.
A combination from Bottura does no damage.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov looks to land a right hand but Bottura moved out of range.
Bottura doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Bottura lands a really nice looking cross but Magomedov seems unphased.
Bottura connects with a high kick.
Bottura takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bottura throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bottura paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magomedov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bottura under the eye.
Bottura misses with a low kick.
Bottura moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Bottura throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Bottura keeps it at a distance.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Bottura feints a counter leg kick.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bottura moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut.
Bottura was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bottura is looking to chop away at Magomedov's legs. #CL#
Magomedov clinches up against the cage.
Bottura is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magomedov to keep the fight standing.
Bottura wants to break the clinch but can't.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bottura backwards. #T2##TD2#
Bottura manages to pull guard.
Bottura is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Bottura working for submissions but it's allowed Magomedov to get to half guard.
Bottura trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov moves nicely into side control.
Bottura wants to control but Magomedov postures up.
Bottura takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Marat Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov is chipping away with strikes. #T3#
Magomedov working away.
Magomedov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Bottura slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Bottura is trying to get back to full guard.
Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Magomedov controlling the action here.
Bottura tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.#T4#
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. Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Bottura's temple.
Magomedov wants to pass to mount but Bottura is defending the position.
Magomedov working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
Bottura taking some punishment here, with Magomedov in his half guard.
Bottura trying to control from the bottom.
Magomedov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Magomedov throws a body punch but Bottura moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Magomedov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov throws a jab when Bottura was well out of range.
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Bottura ducks down to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Bottura 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magomedov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bottura's head backwards.
A decent looking cross lands there for Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a leg kick.
Bottura ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Bottura moves away and avoids it.
Bottura is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Magomedov with a body shot.
Bottura throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
A shot to the liver by Magomedov. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bottura walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bottura blocks a jab.
Bottura swings widly with a right hand
and Magomedov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bottura throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Bottura counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Bottura is avoiding it.
Bottura slips a straight right by Magomedov.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bottura. That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bottura. #T2#
Bottura throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Bottura's head but Bottura sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bottura uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a head shot.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Bottura's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bottura moves forwards but Magomedov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A head kick from Bottura lands but Magomedov takes it in his stride.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Magomedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bottura throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Magomedov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Magomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedov takes a swing at Bottura's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Bottura slips under a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bottura, as that shot connected.
Jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov avoids the head kick by Bottura. #CL#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov stalls.
Bottura blocking some punches.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Bottura is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A short left from Magomedov. #ROC#
Bottura is rocked!
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Bottura is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov throws a big uppercut that drops Bottura! More strikes from Magomedov and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Bottura lies dazed against the cage as Magomedov celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
Marat Magomedov is the new lightweight champion!
Marat Magomedov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DARE 3
Date: Aug 12, 2017

#R1#
Petersen looks for the body kick but Magomedov saw that one coming.
Petersen staying out of range there.
Petersen sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Petersen throws a low kick but Magomedov avoids it.
We've been told by Petersen's head coaches at Thomas Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Petersen misses with a head kick.
Magomedov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Petersen has time to react.
Petersen lands a slapping body shot.
Petersen misses the jab.#TD2#
Magomedov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Magomedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Petersen seems keen to control Magomedov's posture.
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Petersen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Petersen misses with a kick to the body.
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Petersen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
Petersen cracks Magomedov with an open hand slap.#CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov throws a leg kick but Petersen checks it. #T2#
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.
Petersen scores with a body shot.
Petersen lands a nice looking kick to the body. Magomedov takes a step back to recover.
Magomedov misses the jab.
Petersen is looking to slow Magomedov down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Magomedov rushes Petersen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Petersen lands a shoulder strike.
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!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petersen.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Petersen backwards.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Magomedov has Petersen pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Magomedov pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Petersen tumbling to the mat - Magomedov dives into Petersen's guard.
Magomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Magomedov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Magomedov wants to take a breather but Petersen is having none of it.
Petersen regains full guard. Nicely done.
Petersen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Magomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Magomedov trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Magomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Magomedov being controlled here momentarily.
Magomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Magomedov stands up over Petersen, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Petersen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Magomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Petersen is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Petersen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov scores with a sloppy right hand. Petersen should have avoided that one.
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Petersen ducks down to avoid it.
Petersen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magomedov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magomedov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Petersen on the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Petersen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Petersen wants it to stay on the feet.
Magomedov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magomedov misses with a looping left.
Petersen misses with a low kick.
Magomedov throws a fast counter high kick but Petersen manages to duck under it in time.
Good leg kick by Petersen there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Magomedov scores with a nice right hand.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
Marat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov staying out of range there.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petersen moves away.
Magomedov throws a hook but Petersen blocks it.
Steven Petersen is winning the standup battle so far.
Magomedov checks a leg kick.
Magomedov connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov misses with a low kick.
Petersen fires out a quick counter leg kick but Magomedov just manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses.
Petersen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Petersen throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.#T1#
Petersen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Steven Petersen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov throws a leg kick
and Petersen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Petersen is just out of range.
Magomedov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Petersen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Magomedov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magomedov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Magomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Petersen throws a leg kick which misses Magomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Magomedov tries to avoid it.
Petersen ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Petersen misses with a body kick.
Petersen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petersen misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Magomedov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Petersen scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head. #T2##BC#
Petersen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Petersen loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Magomedov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Petersen's body. Petersen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Petersen looks for the body kick but Magomedov saw that one coming.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Magomedov thuds his right hand into Petersen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Magomedov throws a hook to the side of Petersen's head but Petersen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Magomedov moved away.
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
A jab from Magomedov finds it's way through Petersen's defenses.
Magomedov swings for the body but Petersen moves out of range.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the head.
Petersen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Magomedov to score with a decent uppercut.
Petersen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Petersen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T3#
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body. Petersen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Petersen missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Petersen throws a leg kick
enabling Magomedov to counter with a crisp jab.
Magomedov cracks the inside of Petersen's front leg.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Petersen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Petersen.
Petersen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range and Petersen settles back down.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Petersen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Petersen.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Petersen.
Petersen misses with a kick to the body
and Magomedov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Petersen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petersen walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magomedov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magomedov! But no joy.#T4#
Petersen throws a lazy right hand but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magomedov throws a good cross that connects.
Petersen lands with a cross.
Petersen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magomedov momentarily.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the head.
Petersen misses with a hook
and Magomedov counters with a nice leg kick.
Petersen misses with a kick to the body
and Magomedov counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov scores with a body shot.
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petersen.
Petersen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Magomedov works Petersen's body with a nice hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petersen looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Petersen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Magomedov forces Petersen back against the cage and clinches.
Petersen throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Petersen is trying to stall.
Magomedov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Petersen is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Petersen gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petersen.
Petersen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Petersen's elbow.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Petersen swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Petersen breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Petersen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Petersen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Petersen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Petersen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T1#
A low kick from Petersen is predictable there
and Magomedov counters with a stiff right hand.
Petersen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Petersen throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Petersen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Petersen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Petersen cracks a nice hook into Magomedov's ribs.
Magomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Petersen moves out of range easily.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Petersen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Magomedov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Petersen's calf.
Magomedov blocks a low kick nicely.
Magomedov blocks a leg kick.
Petersen sets himself, and Magomedov steps forward looking for the clinch! Petersen avoids it this time.
Magomedov moves away from the strike by Petersen.
Petersen throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov takes a swing at Petersen's ribcage but misses.
Steven Petersen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##CL#
Petersen has Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Petersen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Petersen breaks the clinch.
Petersen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Petersen throws a front kick aimed at Magomedov's knee but Magomedov avoids it well.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Petersen circles away.
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Petersen goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Petersen takes one on the button.#CL2#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Petersen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov is working Petersen over against the cage.
Petersen throws a head punch that misses.
Petersen throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Petersen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petersen lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Petersen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Petersen throws a low kick but Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Magomedov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Petersen has time to react.
Petersen looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Petersen thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Magomedov if he has to take too many more of those.
Petersen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magomedov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Petersen with a body shot.
Marat Magomedov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Magomedov. Petersen shrugs it off though.
Magomedov moves away from the strike by Petersen.
Petersen throws the kick towards the body but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Petersen needs to keep his hands up - Magomedov had a free shot at his head there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Petersen.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Petersen as he avoids it easily.
Petersen throws a leg kick
letting Magomedov counter with a right hand.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petersen was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petersen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Magomedov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Petersen scores with a nice body kick.
Petersen finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Petersen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Magomedov checks it well. #TD2#
Magomedov drives through with a takedown into Petersen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Petersen has control of Magomedov's left arm, preventing Magomedov from doing any damage.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Petersen being controlled here, momentarily.
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.

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 Steven Petersen.
I think Magomedov 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marat Magomedov!
Our winner, Marat Magomedov, 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: Carnage 46
Date: Jun 17, 2017

#R1#
Studge tries to move into range but Magomedov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Studge fails in his attempt to clinch.
Magomedov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Magomedov lands an overhand right.
Donk. Studge catches Magomedov right on the button with a cross.#CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Studge.
Magomedov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A decent looking cross lands there for Studge.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Magomedov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Studge.
Studge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Studge.
Studge misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Studge misses with a double jab.
Danny Studge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Studge throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Studge misses with a two punch combination.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Studge.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magomedov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL2#
Magomedov rushes Studge and presses him up against the cage.
Studge has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Studge throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Studge scores with a shoulder strike.
Studge doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Studge misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Studge tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Studge back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Studge fails to land.
Magomedov lands with a light punch 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!
Studge throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Studge tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it. #T2#
Magomedov tries to work over Studge's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov leaning against his opponent.
Studge working aggressively here.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Studge tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Studge tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Studge prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Studge scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Studge can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Studge tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Studge misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Studge on the inside.
Nice body punch from Studge - that landed with a thud.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Studge gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Studge misses with the head strike.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Studge. #T3#
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov. #TD2#
Magomedov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Studge regains guard immediately.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Studge preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Magomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Studge wants to get back to his feet.
Still in half guard, Magomedov seems content to control.
Magomedov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Studge!
Magomedov lands with some strikes.#T4#
Magomedov with the ground and pound from mount.
Studge is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Studge tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Magomedov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Studge takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov working the ground and pound effectively. #ROC2#
Studge is rocked!
Studge on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Studge tries to get out of the position.
Magomedov postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! Studge is out cold - huge knockout for Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
Marat Magomedov is the new lightweight champion!
Marat Magomedov took some time post fight to say the following; 'I am the Champion. I tell you this long time ago. These guys need to learn they have no chance when fight me, it is simple'.

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D2): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Moses Sithole and Marat Magomedov. Sithole comes to the cage accompanied by I Miss The Misery. Magomedov has chosen Evangelion OST - The Beast II as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!

187 cm
35 yrs
203 lbs

178 cm
21 yrs
160 lbs

Sithole

Magomedov

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Moses Sithole! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Marat Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Steven Brown and William Gold.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Sithole gets in close and instigates a clinch.

Sithole has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Magomedov regains guard immediately.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sithole (2) vs (0) Magomedov
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.
Sithole is fighting to break Magomedov's control of his arms but Magomedov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Our spies down at at Forest Hill Gym inform us that Magomedov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Magomedov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sithole (2) vs (2) Magomedov
Sithole is controlling Magomedov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Sithole tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Sithole is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sithole avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sithole regains full guard. Nicely done.
Magomedov stands and throws Sithole's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sithole (2) vs (5) Magomedov
Sithole manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sithole makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sithole.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sithole pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Magomedov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sithole is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Sithole trying to control the position.
Sithole pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Sithole.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov trying to control but Sithole is working from the bottom.
Sithole tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sithole controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sithole is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Sithole keeps moving.
Magomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sithole is keeping the position for now.
Sithole has his hands on Magomedov's head, controlling the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sithole controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Sithole is retaining full guard.
Sithole is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Sithole seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sithole managing to control the position.
Sithole is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sithole keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Sithole manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Magomedov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sithole (4) vs (5) Magomedov
Magomedov controlling the position.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Sithole controlling him for the moment.
Sithole trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sithole is really struggling to control Magomedov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sithole sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sithole stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sithole advances to half guard.

Sithole 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.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Sithole is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Sithole is working for a submission of some sort.

Sithole is trying to work for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov is trying to control but can't.

Sithole is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov tries to roll over but Sithole keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Magomedov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sithole stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov is pulling down on Sithole's head. It's preventing any offense from Sithole, at least for the moment.
Sithole trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sithole preventing the sweep.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sithole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov seems keen to control Sithole's posture.
Sithole trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sithole passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sithole (7) vs (5) Magomedov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Sithole tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sithole has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

Sithole thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

Sithole goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magomedov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sithole but great work by Magomedov.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sithole (7) vs (9) Magomedov
You can see the frustration on Sithole's face as Magomedov controls the position.
Sithole is looking to reverse the position.

Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sithole has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sithole manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sithole (9) vs (9) Magomedov

Sithole is looking for a kimura but Magomedov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sithole to get the leverage.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Sithole is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sithole prevents Magomedov from improving his position.

Sithole is trying to work for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.

Sithole is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov is controlling Sithole's trapped leg to prevent Sithole from advancing to side control.
Magomedov tries to roll over but Sithole keeps him under control.

Sithole is looking for a kimura here.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Sithole is looking for a kimura here.
Magomedov tries to roll over but Sithole keeps him under control.

Sithole 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.
Magomedov gets full guard.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sithole sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sithole passes Magomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Magomedov trying to control but Sithole postures up.
Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Magomedov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sithole wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working.
Magomedov keeps control of the position for the meantime.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov is pressing down on Sithole's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sithole tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedov is retaining full guard.
Sithole trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sithole passes Magomedov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.

Sithole seems to be looking for submissions.

Sithole is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magomedov is just riding it out for now. Sithole eventually gives up the hold.
Sithole trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Sithole has control of the leg.

Sithole seems to be looking for submissions.

Sithole is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Magomedov sees it coming and defends easily.
Sithole is looking to stall here but Magomedov recovers full guard.
Sithole preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov is still trying to improve position.
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Sithole is proving a slippery customer.
Sithole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Sithole gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Sithole takes the fight on points by 10 to 9.
Moses Sithole gave a mention to Anarchy Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Marat Magomedov spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back to break this boy, you will see'.

Event: TWGC 15 (155lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marat Magomedov and Oaki Sato. Magomedov comes to the cage accompanied by Evangelion OST - The Beast II. Marat Magomedov has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

178 cm
21 yrs
160 lbs

170 cm
20 yrs
145 lbs

Magomedov

Sato

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Marat Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Oaki Sato!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Taro Takaoka and Sosuke Kotani.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Magomedov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sato.
Sato fails with the takedown.

Magomedov has managed to clinch.

Magomedov tightens his grip and picks Sato up, before dumping him to the ground. Sato manages to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (0) Sato
Sato is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Sato.

Magomedov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Sato has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Magomedov is looking to defend but Sato has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Magomedov! Sato pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Magomedov taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Oaki Sato!
A very excited looking Oaki Sato 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.
Marat Magomedov was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back to break this boy, you will see'.

Event: DFC Las Vegas 50
Date: Feb 10, 2017

#R1#
Lee V cracks the inside of Magomedov's front leg.
Lee V avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Lee V wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lee V throws a head kick that Magomedov semi-blocks. #CL2#
Magomedov forces Lee V back against the cage and clinches.
Lee V misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Lee V.
Lee V throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head. #TD2#
Magomedov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Lee V is trying to keep an underhook but Magomedov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Magomedov winds up and cracks Lee V with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov content to control rather than advance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lee V has hold of Magomedov's hands but Magomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Magomedov controlling the action here.#T1#
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Magomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Magomedov wants to pass to mount but Lee V is defending the position.
Magomedov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lee V avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov. #T3#
Lee V is in trouble now - Magomedov has advanced to mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov is in the full mount, landing strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Jackie Lee V has been cut.
Magomedov landing strikes, looking to finish! #CUT2#
Jackie Lee V's cut is getting worse.
Magomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
A nice elbow there by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Lee V hang on?
Magomedov lands a heavy elbow.
Magomedov content just to control the position here. #T4#
Magomedov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Magomedov has hold of Lee V's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Lee V manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov working Lee V over with strikes here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jackie Lee V's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Magomedov throws a lazy right hand but Lee V sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lee V connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magomedov's hands.
Magomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Lee V counters with a nice body kick.
Lee V is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lee V fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lee V works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lee V smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD2#
Magomedov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Lee V is defending well.
Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
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. Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Lee V's temple. #T1#
Magomedov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lee V is looking to get back to is feet but Magomedov passes into side control. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Magomedov is staying tight to Lee V's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Magomedov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Lee V taking punishment in the form of punches.
Magomedov happy to just control the position for now.
Lee V gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Magomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Magomedov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Lee V can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Magomedov controlling his opponent.
Magomedov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Lee V? #T3#
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the head.
Magomedov content just to control the position here.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Magomedov with good strikes from the mount here!
Lee V takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#CUT2#
Jackie Lee V's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Magomedov controlling the position easily from mount.
Magomedov lands a big elbow. #CUT2#
Jeez, Jackie Lee V's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jackie Lee V's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marat Magomedov!
Marat Magomedov is the new lightweight champion!
As Marat Magomedov got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: I told you hundred times I will be Champion, do not say you are surprised because I not. Jackie Lee was brave to fight me, but he had no chance'.

Event: TWGC 14 (170lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marat Magomedov and The Metaphysical Magician. Chooooooooon! I think Magomedov might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Evangelion OST - The Beast II. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as The Metaphysical Magician enters the cage!

178 cm
20 yrs
170 lbs

177 cm
24 yrs
179 lbs

Magomedov

Magician

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Marat Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; The Metaphysical Magician!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, George Francis and Stewart Dunkirk.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magician tries to pull guard but Magomedov won't allow it.

Magomedov jumps guard.
Magician won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Magician forces his way into half guard.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magician trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Magician is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Magician 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.
Magician is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Magician is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magician wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

Magician is looking for a kimura here.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Magician is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
Magician tries to pass the half guard into mount. Magomedov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Magomedov manages to get to full guard.
Magician passes Magomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Magomedov moves into full guard.
Magician wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magician's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Magician from controlling successfully.
Magician stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magician wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Magician stands and throws Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (0) vs (3) Magician
Magomedov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Magician is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Magomedov (0) vs (5) Magician
Magician trying to control but he's not successful this time.

Magician looking for a guillotine from mount but Magomedov is having none of it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Magician wants to finish this one by submission but Magomedov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Magician.
Magomedov tries to hold on but Magician pushes him away.

Magician looking to secure an arm triangle but Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov is trying to escape the mount.
Magician with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Magomedov working to try and regain half guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Magician's attempts to control the action.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Magician trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Magomedov is looking to get to half guard.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Magician tries to control but Magomedov wriggling away.
Magician controlling the position easily from mount.
Magician is trying to take his opponent's back.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Magician trying to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Magician tries to control but Magomedov wriggling away.

Magician working for a guillotine from mount but Magomedov is in no mood to give up.
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Magician is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Magician is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Magomedov as he works his way to full guard.
Magomedov is trying to control the position but Magician postures up.
Magician wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Magician might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.

Magician drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Magomedov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Magician has Magomedov in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (5) Magician

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magician's guard.

Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magician doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Magomedov.
Magician is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magician works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Magician working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Magician trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Magician is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Magician is retaining full guard.

Magomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magician has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Magomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Magician's legs - danger averted.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
Magician slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magician working a defensive guard here.

Magician working for a triangle but Magomedov defends it easily.
Magician controlling the position.

Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Magician is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Magician trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magician looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Magomedov trying to control but Magician is working from the bottom.
Magician working a defensive guard here.
Magomedov trying to control but Magician is working from the bottom.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Magomedov sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Magician doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Magomedov paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Magician - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). The Metaphysical Magician!
The defeated Marat Magomedov had this to say: 'I had fun trying out something new, even The Beast needs a break from fighting now and then'.

Event: DFC MAYHEM 20
Date: Dec 02, 2016

#R1#
Magomedov misses with a right hand
and Jaskok counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Jaskok is just out of range.
Jaskok uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Magomedov moves out of range as Jaskok strikes.
Jaskok scores with a nice head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Marat Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov lands a slapping body shot.
Magomedov lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaskok swings widly with a right hand
and Jaskok takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov throws a combination that misses
and Jaskok counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Jaskok throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Jaskok takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jaskok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Jaskok throwing a counter right hand but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomedov. Jaskok does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magomedov throws the left hand but Jaskok avoids the punch easily.
Jaskok is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jaskok at a distance.
Magomedov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jaskok rather than just go for the knockout.
Jaskok connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magomedov's hands.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
No joy there for Jaskok, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Magomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body.
Jaskok swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jaskok is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Jaskok misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some wild striking there from Jaskok.
Magomedov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jaskok was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Jaskok moves away and avoids it.
Jaskok misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov punishes Jaskok's body with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Magomedov jabs at Jaskok's body.
Jaskok throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Jaskok throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov works Jaskok's body with a nice hook.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Jaskok throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.#T3#
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Jaskok is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jaskok throws a series of punches but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Jaskok swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jaskok misses with a lunging right hand
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice shot by Magomedov.
Jaskok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Jaskok on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magomedov misses with a hook.
It looked like Jaskok wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD#
Jaskok gets the takedown into side control. #ES2#
Magomedov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov throws a shot to the body. #T4#
Jaskok staying out of range there.
Jaskok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Magomedov avoids it really well and circles away.
Jab, jab by Magomedov - just one landing.
Magomedov misses the shot to the body.
Jaskok lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Magomedov backs up against the cage.
Jaskok throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov misses with a hook
and Jaskok counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Magomedov's coach down at Forest Hill Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Magomedov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Magomedov works Jaskok's body with a nice hook.
Magomedov stuns Jaskok with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomedov thuds a left hand into Jaskok's body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Jaskok looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.
Nice body punch from Jaskok.
Jaskok ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Jaskok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A left lands for Magomedov.
Jaskok waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jaskok will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov swings for the body but Jaskok moves out of range.
Jaskok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Jaskok throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Jaskok takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Jaskok misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magomedov! But no joy.#T1#
Jaskok throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jaskok throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Marat Magomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jaskok is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Jaskok's ribs.
Magomedov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jaskok throwing a counter right hand but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jaskok.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jaskok missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jaskok throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Jaskok misses with a left hand
and Magomedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Jaskok.
Jaskok throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Jaskok has a takedown stuffed.
Marat Magomedov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Jaskok is just out of range.
Jaskok wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magomedov dips to his left and cracks Jaskok with an uppercut!
Sloppy strikes from Jaskok. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the body.
Jaskok takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Magomedov lands a head shot.
Magomedov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magomedov jabs at Jaskok's body.
Magomedov swings for the body but Jaskok moves out of range.
Jaskok uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.
Jaskok throws a lazy right hand but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Magomedov looks to throw the jab but Jaskok is out of range.
Magomedov misses with a body punch
and Jaskok counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A jab lands there for Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a hook but Jaskok avoids it easily.
Magomedov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jaskok misses with a looping left.
Magomedov throws out a counter right but Jaskok avoids it with no problem.
Jaskok lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Magomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Magomedov finds it's way through Jaskok's defenses.
Magomedov digs a good hook to Jaskok's body.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A cross from Magomedov lands.
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Magomedov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jaskok.
Magomedov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Jaskok tries to bum rush Magomedov with a series of wild strikes but Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Decent striking displayed by Magomedov there.#ROC2#
Jaskok is rocked!
Jaskok lands a lovely overhand right.
Jaskok takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Magomedov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Oh Jaskok is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Magomedov scores with a nice strike.
Jaskok throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marat Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Marat Magomedov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jaskok.
Jaskok seems to have got his legs back now.
Magomedov tests Jaskok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jaskok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Jaskok does no damage.
Magomedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A big right from Magomedov misses.
Jaskok misses with a left hand
and Magomedov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Magomedov defending well as Jaskok loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Magomedov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Donk. Magomedov catches Jaskok right on the button with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov connects with a body shot.
Magomedov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jaskoks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jaskok.
Magomedov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov looks to land a combination but Jaskok avoids it well. #T1#
Magomedov with a nice cross.
Jaskok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jaskok tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jaskok works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jaskok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Magomedov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov digs a good body shot into Jaskok's ribs.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Jaskok.
Good exchange - Magomedov coming out on top.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Jaskok.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Jaskok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jaskok looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The fighters circling - Jaskok throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Magomedov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jaskok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jaskok takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jaskok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Magomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magomedov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jaskok moves away from the strike by Magomedov.
Jaskok swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jaskok throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A punch combination from Magomedov misses.
Jaskok takes one to the chin there.#T3#
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Jaskok on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jaskok misses with a straight right.
Jaskok connects with a nice looking jab.
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
Donk. Magomedov catches Jaskok right on the button with a cross.
Jaskok takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marat Magomedov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Magomedov misses with a looping left.
Jaskok walks into a straight right hand from Magomedov.
Jaskok throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jaskok throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Jaskok is just out of range.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jaskok. #T4#
Jaskok throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov throws out a counter right but Jaskok avoids it with no problem.
Jaskok throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov stuffs the takedown attempt from Jaskok. Jaskok gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugh Jaskok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaskok swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Jaskok swings widly with a right hand
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jaskok or perhaps it was just good defense by Magomedov, which made it look bad.
Hugh Jaskok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jaskok throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marat Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Magomedov 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marat Magomedov!
An intense looking Marat Magomedov took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'You may see me keep winning, but I do still have things to work on in my game. '.
The defeated Hugh Jaskok had this to say: 'I've said it to Jay Lawrence and I've said it to Mike Tycoon that this guy is on steroids! Of course there is no testing and this dude got away with it. Congrats bro, but I know you didn't work for it!'.

Event: DFC Mayhem 17
Date: Nov 04, 2016

#R1#
Kunwar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Kunwar tries to counter with a clinch but Magomedov shakes him off and moves away.
Magomedov stuns Kunwar with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magomedov takes a swing at Kunwar's ribcage but misses.
Kunwar feints the counter takedown.
Magomedov swings for the body but Kunwar moves out of range.
Magomedov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
We've been hearing reports that Magomedov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Magomedov stuffs the takedown.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kunwar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kunwar shoots for a takedown but Magomedov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov cracks Kunwar with a good jab.
Magomedov cracks Kunwar with a good jab.
Magomedov catches Kunwar with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Magomedov drives through and clinches with Kunwar against the cage. #T1#
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Kunwar is trying to pull guard but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage.
Marat Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hari Kunwar.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov presses Kunwar against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short uppercut from Magomedov. #ROC#
Kunwar is rocked!
Kunwar is trying to break the clinch but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage.
Kunwar takes a shot to the head.
Kunwar is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Kunwar goes for a takedown attempt but Magomedov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Magomedov cracks Kunwar on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Kunwar falls backwards against the cage. Magomedov follows up with more strikes that drop Kunwar to his knees. Magomedov keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Kunwar! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marat Magomedov!
Post fight, Marat Magomedov stared into the camera and said 'When the beast is hungry, he eat everything. I am the future of this division, do not forget that.'.

Event: Sin City 11 Jackson v The Axe
Date: Oct 01, 2016

#R1#
That kick from Jones tenderised Magomedov's leg. Magomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Magomedov darts in and clinches Jones up against the cage.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Jones's ribcage. Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Jones is trying to break free.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the cage.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Jones is breathing heavily.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov. #T1#
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov is leaning against Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones's gas tank.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Magomedov gets through Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones working aggressively here.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Jones takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones's gas tank.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Come on Magomedov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling him.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jones takes a shot to the head.
Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov is leaning against Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov gets through Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#
Jones is rocked!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Oh Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Jones with a big uppercut! Jones tries to clinch up but Magomedov pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Jones to the mat! Jones covers up and Magomedov unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Marat Magomedov!
Post fight, Marat Magomedov took to the microphone: 'You are looking at future of this division. You will learn to like what you see. You must learn.'.

Event: Bushido 12: Road to Gold R4
Date: Jul 28, 2016

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Abdullah.
Abdullah fails with the takedown.
Abdullah tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Abdullah has been working on his balance at Men of Mayhem, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Magomedov.#CL2#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Abdullah misses with the head strike.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch. #CL#
Abdullah closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks from the clinch. #KD2#
Magomedov sends Abdullah crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Magomedov is motioning to the referee to let Abdullah up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Abdullah closes the distance and clinches.
Abdullah misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Abdullah is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Abdullah switches off momentarily and Magomedov cracks him with a monster right hand! Abdullah topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Magomedov dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Marat Magomedov!

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