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Event:
Gladiators 56 Roper v King
Date: Oct 29, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Nurmagomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nurmagomedov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Rockwell keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Rockwell but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Rockwell is looking to get to half guard.
Nurmagomedov misses with a head shot.
Nurmagomedov lands a heavy elbow.
Rockwell regains half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters are battling for position here. Rockwell manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nurmagomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Rockwell is looking for a triangle but Nurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Rockwell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Rockwell stands and throws Nurmagomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Nurmagomedov tries to bench press Rockwell off him but Rockwell keeps the position.
Nurmagomedov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Rockwell passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Nurmagomedov!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nurmagomedov has given up his back here. Will Rockwell look for the submission or keep pounding away?
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is trying to roll into a better position but Rockwell has get a rear naked choke and Nurmagomedov is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lew Rockwell!
Our winner, Lew Rockwell, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Gladiators 50 Bravo v Hendrik
Date: Sep 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Pato is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Pato scores with a jab.
Pato lands a nice looking body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov fails to land the takedown.
Pato goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#
It looks like Khabib Nurmagomedov has been cut.#KD2#
Pato lands a big uppercut and Nurmagomedov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Nurmagomedov looks OK. Pato waves Nurmagomedov back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Nurmagomedov has Pato up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Pato.
Nurmagomedov has been working on his balance at The Dojo, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Pato.
Pato lands a right hand.
Nurmagomedov is struggling to control the position.
Pato throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Pato breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice shot by Pato.#CL2#
Pato rushes Nurmagomedov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Nurmagomedov fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nurmagomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but Pato manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Pato lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
Nurmagomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pato prevents it.
Nurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
Pato lands a right hand.
Pato lands an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nurmagomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right from Pato.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pato.
A nice left hand lands by Pato.
Nurmagomedov jumps guard but Pato stands there with Nurmagomedov around his waist. Nurmagomedov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Nurmagomedov has Pato pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Pato manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
Pato working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pato is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Pato has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nurmagomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Pato can turn it around.
Pato lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nurmagomedov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pato stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Pato works on Nurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Pato softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Pato lands with a left to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Pato.
Pato lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pato throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nurmagomedovs head.
Pato lands a body shot.
Pato lands an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov is trying to pull guard but Pato has him pressed against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pato creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Pato.
Pato is working Nurmagomedov over against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Pato as Nurmagomedov tries to tie him up.
Pato lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T3#
Pato lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards. #ROC2#
Nurmagomedov is rocked!
Pato lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Oh Nurmagomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pato lands a nice uppercut.#KD2#
Pato drops Nurmagomedov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Nurmagomedov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Pato manages to get underhooks.
Pato lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Pato.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pato unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Nurmagomedov! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Pato is unloading with more strikes now! Nurmagomedov drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guillermo Pato!
Guillermo Pato made sure to mention his sponsor, Red Light Coffeeshop in his post fight interview.
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Event:
Gladiators 44 Cedric v Hendrik
Date: Aug 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Nurmagomedov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Nurmagomedov drives through and clinches with Bravo against the cage.
Bravo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from Bravo.
Bravo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bravo is pressed up against the cage. Nurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bravo down to the mat. Bravo avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jab, jab by Bravo - just one landing.
Nurmagomedov shoots in and drives through. Bravo sprawls well.
Bravo digs a good body shot into Nurmagomedov's ribs.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bravo cracks Nurmagomedov with an open hand slap.
Bravo dips to his left and cracks Nurmagomedov with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov is looking to clinch.
It looked like Bravo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bravo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bravo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CUT#
It looks like Khabib Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch there but Bravo circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Bravo as Nurmagomedov shoots in.
Johnny Bravo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.#KD#
Bravo lands a big uppercut and Nurmagomedov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Nurmagomedov looks OK. Bravo waves Nurmagomedov back to his feet!#ROC#
Nurmagomedov is rocked!
Bravo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bravo wants it to stay on the feet.
Nurmagomedov looks winded!
Bravo cracks Nurmagomedov with a hook to the temple - Nurmagomedov is on wobbly legs here! Bravo swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Nurmagomedov falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Bravo wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Johnny Bravo!
In his post fight interview, Johnny Bravo started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Carnage 40
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Nurmagomedov rushes Rokocoko and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rokocoko is leaning against Nurmagomedov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rokocoko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rokocoko scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rokocoko lands an uppercut.#TD#
Nurmagomedov successfully pulls guard.
Nurmagomedov wants to sweep here but Rokocoko controlling him for the moment.
Rokocoko really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurmagomedov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Rokocoko looking to pass the guard.
Nurmagomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rokocoko's head.
Nurmagomedov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Nurmagomedov won't allow Rokocoko to get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov passes into half guard.
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Rokocoko gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Rokocoko's brow.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rokocoko can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Rokocoko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nurmagomedov distracts Rokocoko with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Rokocoko.
Nurmagomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rokocoko's head.
Nurmagomedov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nurmagomedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nurmagomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rokocoko is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Nurmagomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nurmagomedov is on top in guard.
#REVR##T2#
Nurmagomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rokocoko's guard.
Rokocoko looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass to mount but Rokocoko is defending the position.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Rokocoko, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Rokocoko is trying to stand.
Nurmagomedov passes to full mount!
Rokocoko is trying to escape the mount.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Rokocoko but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Rokocoko is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The referee warns Rokocoko that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T3#
Rokocoko wants to try and get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound effectively.
Rokocoko is bucking up trying to escape but Nurmagomedov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice shot to the head.
Nurmagomedov postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Rokocoko badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Nurmagomedov around the waist but Nurmagomedov pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Nurmagomedov is the winner by TKO! Nurmagomedov jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
An out of breath Khabib Nurmagomedov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 205 lbs, Round 2
Date: Apr 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Rockwell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nurmagomedov as he avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rockwell!
An elbow from Nurmagomedov crashes against the mat.
Nurmagomedov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Rockwell struggling a bit here.
Nurmagomedov with the ground and pound but Rockwell regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Rockwell won't allow Nurmagomedov to pass to mount.
Nurmagomedov working over Rockwell with some ground and pound. Rockwell looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Rockwell 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.
Rockwell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Rockwell is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nurmagomedov prevents Rockwell from improving his position.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Rockwell moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rockwell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nurmagomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Rockwell's legs - danger averted.#T1##SUB#
Rockwell throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nurmagomedov is pushing down on Rockwell's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rockwell is fighting to maintain full guard but Nurmagomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rockwell moves into full guard.
Rockwell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Rockwell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nurmagomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Nurmagomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nurmagomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nurmagomedov with a nice head shot there.
Rockwell bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurmagomedov's guard. #REVR#
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov keeping full guard, as Rockwell tries to pass.
Rockwell pushes down on Nurmagomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Nurmagomedov wants to get back to full guard but Rockwell has mounted him!
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Rockwell is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Nurmagomedov is surviving well by controlling Rockwell's body position as best he can.
Rockwell with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Nurmagomedov is desperately trying to improve his position but Rockwell has a good base and remains in mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Rockwell has taken his back.
#SUB#
Rockwell is persistently looking for the submission but Nurmagomedov is defending it well.
#SUB#
Rockwell working for the choke. #T3#
Nurmagomedov wants to control his opponent's hands but Rockwell gets his hands free. #SUB#
Rockwell has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Nurmagomedov is defending well but eventually Rockwell manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Nurmagomedov has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lew Rockwell!
After winning the bout, Lew Rockwell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 205 lbs, Round 1
Date: Apr 09, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Quincy has Nurmagomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Nurmagomedov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Quincy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.
Nurmagomedov working Quincy over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Quincy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Quincy tries to get out of the position.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nurmagomedov winds up and cracks Quincy with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Quincy is blocking nicely.
Nurmagomedov slips a nice elbow through Quincy's hands, connecting with Quincy's forehead.
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Quincy defending well though.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Quincy's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov working over Quincy with some ground and pound. Quincy looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Quincy is trying to stand.
Nurmagomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Quincy defending well though.
Nurmagomedov lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Nurmagomedov passes to side control.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Quincy to see if he's OK.
Quincy managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Quincy sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Nurmagomedov works to advance to full mount. Quincy defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Nurmagomedov unloading with bombs!
Quincy trying desperately to get to his feet.
Nurmagomedov landing strikes from the mount and Quincy is in trouble!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nurmagomedov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Nurmagomedov dominating with strikes here.#T2#
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of good shots and Quincy has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#ROC2#
Quincy is rocked!
Nurmagomedov scoring with big shots to the body. Quincy is looking for a way out. A despairing look towards the ref and the official steps in to stop the fight. Quincy was obviously done but didn't want to tap out.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
After winning the bout, Khabib Nurmagomedov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
LH48: Kazakov vs Black
Date: Mar 24, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Nurmagomedov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Nurmagomedov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rockwell is looking for a triangle but Nurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Rockwell 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.#SUB#
Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Rockwell isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Nurmagomedov stacks Rockwell 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 Nurmagomedov!
Rockwell is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov slows the pace down.
Rockwell is trying to control Nurmagomedov's posture but Nurmagomedov avoids it. #T1#
Rockwell tries to buck Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov is having none of it.
The referee asks Nurmagomedov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nurmagomedov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Rockwell is trying to improve his position.
Rockwell sneaks back into half guard.
Rockwell is controlling Nurmagomedov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rockwell wants to improve his position but Nurmagomedov is controlling well.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nurmagomedov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rockwell is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Nurmagomedov jumps into side control!
Nurmagomedov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Rockwell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nurmagomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nurmagomedov controlling the position from side mount.
Rockwell manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3##SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rockwell wants to work for an arm triangle but Nurmagomedov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nurmagomedov is trying to maintain the position but Rockwell is very close to passing his half guard.
Nurmagomedov wants to improve his position but Rockwell is controlling well.
Rockwell tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nurmagomedov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nurmagomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nurmagomedov gets back to full guard.
Rockwell pushes down on Nurmagomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Nurmagomedov is looking for a sweep. Rockwell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Rockwell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Rockwell is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Nurmagomedov!
Rockwell prevents Nurmagomedov from getting the reversal.
Nurmagomedov stops Rockwell from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Rockwell moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Nurmagomedov has worked his arm free - good work by Nurmagomedov!
Nurmagomedov tries to bench press Rockwell off him but Rockwell keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Rockwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nurmagomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Rockwell tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nurmagomedov's legs.
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 Lew Rockwell will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rockwell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Nurmagomedov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Rockwell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Rockwell has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Nurmagomedov!
Nurmagomedov has given up his back.
#SUB#
Rockwell goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Nurmagomedov escapes and is now in half guard on top.
Rockwell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1##SUB#
Rockwell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rockwell wants to improve his position but instead Nurmagomedov has moved into half guard.
Rockwell trying to control but Nurmagomedov postures up.
Rockwell is trying to control but Nurmagomedov manages to pass to mount!
Rockwell tries to lock up and control but Nurmagomedov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2#
Rockwell is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nurmagomedov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Rockwell wants to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away.
Rockwell is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rockwell tries to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away.
Rockwell is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rockwell wants to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away.#T3#
Rockwell can't escape the position.
Rockwell is working hard here to advance position.
Nurmagomedov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rockwell working to try and regain half guard.
Nurmagomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Rockwell is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rockwell is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rockwell really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov controlling from mount.
Rockwell is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rockwell shoots in but Nurmagomedov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rockwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nurmagomedov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rockwell somewhat.
Rockwell shoots in and drives through. Nurmagomedov sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lew Rockwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rockwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nurmagomedov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rockwell somewhat.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Nurmagomedov feints and as Rockwell raises his hands in defense, Nurmagomedov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nurmagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Rockwell.#SUB#
Rockwell looking for subs off his back but Nurmagomedov has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rockwell tries to roll over but Nurmagomedov keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
Rockwell looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Rockwell looking for submissions off his back.
Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Rockwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Nurmagomedov 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.#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.
Rockwell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurmagomedov is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Rockwell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov prevents Rockwell from improving his position.
Nurmagomedov controlling the action here.#T3##SUB#
Rockwell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nurmagomedov pulls his head out easily.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Nurmagomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Rockwell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Nurmagomedov is concentrating on defense, preventing Rockwell from advancing position.
Rockwell trying to pass the guard but Nurmagomedov defending well. #SUB#
Rockwell is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nurmagomedov has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Rockwell wants to pass the guard but Nurmagomedov is defending well.
Nurmagomedov is holding on to half guard well.
Rockwell is pressing down on Nurmagomedov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nurmagomedov is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Well Nurmagomedov 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:29
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
LH43: Hackett vs Nurmagomedov
Date: Mar 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Hackett throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nurmagomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hackett counters with a big head kick but Nurmagomedov shrugs it off.
We've been told by Hackett's head coaches at Next Gen MMA (Only Elite coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hackett lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD2#
Nurmagomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hackett defending well though.
Nurmagomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hackett on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hackett tries to get out of the 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!
Nurmagomedov is trying to control. Hackett wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nurmagomedov controlling the action here.
Nurmagomedov trying to mount his opponent but Hackett defends it. #T1#
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hackett defending well though.
Nurmagomedov is controlling the pace.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hackett's head.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nurmagomedov working Hackett over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hackett with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Well, if Nurmagomedov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Nurmagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hackett keeps working.
Nurmagomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Well, if Nurmagomedov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Nurmagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hackett keeps working.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hackett to regain full guard. #T3#
Hackett can't keep his opponent in guard - Nurmagomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hackett to regain full guard.
Nurmagomedov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hackett is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagomedov.#T4#
Hackett tries to improve position but can't.
Nurmagomedov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hackett is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Hackett can't do much from the bottom here.
The strikes coming from Nurmagomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Nurmagomedov advances to full mount.
Hackett holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Nurmagomedov tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Hackett because Nurmagomedov loaded up on that one.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hackett wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov.
Hackett is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Hackett's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Hackett fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hackett.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Hackett tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hackett manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Hackett tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hackett manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hackett, right into the meat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hackett scores with a push kick.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hackett avoids it really well and circles away.
Hackett lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#T1##TD2#
Hackett tries to sprawl but Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Hackett kicks Nurmagomedov off and gets back to his feet.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown.
Hackett connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD2#
Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hackett works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Hackett blocks nicely.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurmagomedov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nurmagomedov controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow that misses. Hackett uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nurmagomedov's guard. Nice move by Hackett!#REVR#
Hackett has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Nurmagomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hackett's guard. #REVB#
Nurmagomedov content to stall in guard here.
Nurmagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nurmagomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nurmagomedov stays in close to Hackett's body and controls the position. #T3#
Nurmagomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmagomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Hackett has wrist control.
Hackett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hackett swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Nurmagomedov stays in close to Hackett's body and controls the position.
Hackett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hackett keeping moving, preventing Nurmagomedov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hackett napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Nurmagomedov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Nurmagomedov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Hackett is avoiding damage well.
Nurmagomedov scoring with punches from side control.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Nurmagomedov throws a strike aimed at the side of Hackett's head but Hackett avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
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 Steve Hackett will probably get the nod.
That's time! Hackett's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Nurmagomedov avoids a kick to the body.
No luck for Nurmagomedov with that takedown attempt.
Hackett lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#
It looks like Khabib Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Nurmagomedov dives in and grabs Hackett's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hackett pushes down on Nurmagomedov's head and hops out.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but Hackett shows good takedown defense.
Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hackett defends well and Nurmagomedov ends up having to push Hackett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hackett feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nurmagomedov's calf.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Hackett counters with a solid body kick.
Nurmagomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hackett counters with a left and a right that stings Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Hackett lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nurmagomedov's sensitive parts.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hackett lands with a kick to the ribs.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nurmagomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Hackett gets double underhooks and turns Nurmagomedov into the cage.
Hackett displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but Hackett shows good takedown defense.
Hackett lands a leg kick that knocks Nurmagomedov off balance momentarily.
Hackett pushes Nurmagomedov away with a front kick.
Hackett lands with a kick to the temple. Nurmagomedov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Hackett cracks Nurmagomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hackett throws a shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hackett turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hackett connects with a high kick.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hackett counters with a body kick that stops Nurmagomedov in his tracks momentarily.
Steve Hackett 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!
Nurmagomedov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hackett scores with a jab to the body.
Nurmagomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Hackett sprawls well. He's pushed Nurmagomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hackett stuffs the takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Hackett throws a leg kick which misses Nurmagomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Nurmagomedov tries to avoid it.
Nurmagomedov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hackett thows a body kick. Nurmagomedov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Hackett scores with a spinning back kick!
Hackett moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hackett connects with an inside leg kick.
Hackett lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Hackett.
Hackett ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nurmagomedov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
That kick from Hackett tenderised Nurmagomedov's leg. Nurmagomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Steve Hackett is winning the standup battle so far.
Hackett lands a slapping body shot.
Nurmagomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hackett counters with a slapping leg kick. #T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Hackett lands with a slapping head kick.
Hackett throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hackett lands an overhand right.
Nurmagomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hackett counters with a thumping low kick.
Hackett pushes Nurmagomedov away with a front kick.
Hackett is looking to wear down Nurmagomedov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nurmagomedov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hackett. That's going to slow Nurmagomedov down.
Hackett lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nurmagomedov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hackett.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hackett.
Hackett connects with a leg kick. Nurmagomedov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nurmagomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hackett swivels and escapes.#T4#
Nurmagomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hackett looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Nurmagomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Nurmagomedov shoots and misses
and Hackett counters with an inside leg kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hackett.
Hackett lands a body shot.
Nice body punch from Hackett.
Nurmagomedov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Hackett.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hackett.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hackett counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hackett throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Nurmagomedov's head.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hackett sprawls well. Hackett wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Hackett looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Hackett clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagomedov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Hackett turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nurmagomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hackett counters with a three punch combo that has Nurmagomedov backing up. Nurmagomedov nods at Hackett to acknowledge the strikes.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hackett counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nurmagomedov with a poor takedown
and Hackett counters with a leg kick.
Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Hackett scores with a jab. Nurmagomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hackett fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hackett defends well and Nurmagomedov ends up having to push Hackett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nurmagomedov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Hackett throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hackett lands with a slapping head kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hackett.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hackett as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Hackett lands a head kick!
Hackett lands a high kick!
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nurmagomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nurmagomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Hackett makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hackett cracks Nurmagomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hackett working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagomedov. #T2#
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Hackett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hackett keeping full guard, as Nurmagomedov tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hackett scores with a kick to the body.
Hackett is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hackett chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#TD2#
Nurmagomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hackett sprawls well initially but Nurmagomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hackett's head.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Hackett is blocking nicely.
Hackett blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurmagomedov. #T3#
Hackett is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard.
Nurmagomedov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nurmagomedov thows a huge punch but Hackett dodges it nicely.
Hackett is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.
Nurmagomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a strike but Hackett avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Hackett knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.
Nurmagomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Nurmagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hackett tries to avoid it but Nurmagomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hackett to the ground. Hackett escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Hackett was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nurmagomedov.
Hackett lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nurmagomedov shoots in and drives through. Hackett sprawls well.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hackett defends it nicely.
Hackett half committed to a counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Hackett had his way with Khabib Nurmagomedov in that round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagomedov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back 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.
#R5#
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hackett to the mat! Hackett manages to get full guard.
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hackett works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Nurmagomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hackett avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Hackett is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov looking to pass the guard.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Nurmagomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hackett scores with a hook.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nurmagomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hackett circles away.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hackett tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nurmagomedov is in Hackett's guard.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hackett is retaining full guard.
Hackett working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov advances position into side control!
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Steve Hackett is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Nurmagomedov advances to mount.
Nurmagomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Nurmagomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Poor strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
#T3#
Poor strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Nurmagomedov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nurmagomedov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Nurmagomedov is landing with some decent strikes but Hackett is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Hackett because Nurmagomedov loaded up on that one.
Nurmagomedov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Nurmagomedov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Hackett looks a forlorn figure.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T4#
Nurmagomedov sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Poor strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Nurmagomedov wants to control the pace but Hackett is squirming around nicely.
Nurmagomedov misses with a head shot.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The referee warns Hackett that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound effectively.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khabib Nurmagomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hackett 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 48:46
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 48:46
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 48:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Hackett!
Steve Hackett retains his light heavyweight title!
Steve Hackett looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'soundcloud.com/spinmanfinn/shuffle'.
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Event:
LH39: Hackett vs Jones
Date: Feb 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Tse throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nurmagomedov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tse pinned against the cage. Tse gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nurmagomedov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but Tse shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tse changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Good leg kick by Tse there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tse's coach down at Evolved MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tse's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD#
Tse gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nurmagomedov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nurmagomedov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nurmagomedov cracks Tse with a solid left hand.
Nurmagomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nurmagomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tse can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tse keeping moving, preventing Nurmagomedov from controlling successfully.
Nurmagomedov working some strikes from top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Nurmagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nurmagomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nurmagomedov passes Tse's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nurmagomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nurmagomedov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tse is looking to escape.
Tse in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Nurmagomedov landing shots from mount.
Nurmagomedov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#T2#
Tse is desperately trying to improve his position but Nurmagomedov has a good base and remains in mount.
Nurmagomedov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Tse's face.
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!
Nurmagomedov controlling the position easily from mount.
Nurmagomedov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nurmagomedov dominating with strikes here.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Tse but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound effectively.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nurmagomedov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Nurmagomedov landing shots from mount.
Nurmagomedov is landing with some decent strikes but Tse is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC#
Tse is rocked!
Nurmagomedov cracks Tse with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
After winning the bout, Khabib Nurmagomedov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
LH35: Hackett vs Rockwell
Date: Feb 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Bean tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nurmagomedov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bean defends it nicely.
Bean defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Bean scores with the left hand. Nurmagomedov knows he should have avoided that one.
Nurmagomedov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bean to score with a decent uppercut.#CL#
Nurmagomedov has closed the distance and engaged Bean in a clinch.
Bean lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nurmagomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nurmagomedov has Bean pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bean manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bean misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bean lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bean lands a nice uppercut.
Bean lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bean lands a left hand.
Bean lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bean avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bean lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nurmagomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bean scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Bean escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nurmagomedov with a poor takedown
and Bean counters with a left to the body.
Nurmagomedov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T1#
Bean connects with a nice looking jab.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nurmagomedov keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Bean tries to keep at a distance but Nurmagomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Nurmagomedov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Bean is trying to keep an underhook but Nurmagomedov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Bean wants to improve his position but Nurmagomedov is controlling well.
Bean has hold of Nurmagomedov's hands but Nurmagomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Bean keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bean has hold of Nurmagomedov's hands but Nurmagomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nurmagomedov prevents Bean from improving his position.
Bean really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
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. Nurmagomedov connects with a nice short shot to Bean's temple. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov is keen to just control but Bean is a slippery customer.
Nurmagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bean with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bean wants to get back to full guard.
Nurmagomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bean gets full guard.
Nurmagomedov won't allow Bean to get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov scoring with some ground and pound.
Bean avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov with a nice head shot there.
Bean is trying to control the position but Nurmagomedov postures up.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov passes Bean's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Bean is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Bean on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bean slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nurmagomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bean keeping moving, preventing Nurmagomedov from controlling successfully.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Bean blocks nicely.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Bean throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Nurmagomedov pushes down on Bean's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Nurmagomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4#
Bean is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Bean, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagomedov is trying to control the action in half guard but Bean is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from Nurmagomedov there.
Nurmagomedov trying to control from half guard but Bean is working away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bean can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bean wants to improve his position but Nurmagomedov is controlling well.
Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nurmagomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nurmagomedov is trying to control. Bean wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
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 Khabib Nurmagomedov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Bean clobbers Nurmagomedov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Bean clobbers Nurmagomedov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bean is looking to clinch. #TD#
Nurmagomedov dives in and scores a takedown into Bean's guard.#SUB2#
Bean looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nurmagomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nurmagomedov pushing down on Bean's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov working Bean over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nurmagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Bean is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Nurmagomedov working Bean over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov slips a nice elbow through Bean's hands, connecting with Bean's forehead.
Bean on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bean wants to improve his position but Nurmagomedov is controlling well.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but Bean defending well.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nice strikes from Nurmagomedov there.
Nurmagomedov is looking to advance position but Bean won't allow it.
Nurmagomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.#T2#
Nurmagomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Bean taking some punishment here, with Nurmagomedov in his half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nurmagomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bean can do to turn this around?
Nurmagomedov 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bean is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#
Bean is rocked!
Nurmagomedov is keen to just control but Bean is a slippery customer.
Bean 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 referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Bean is still in real trouble! Can Nurmagomedov finish him?
Nurmagomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Nurmagomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Nurmagomedov wants to control but Bean is keeping him busy.
Nurmagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bean with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nurmagomedov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bean is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.#T3#
Nurmagomedov is just content to waste time from the top position. Bean takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Bean seems to have recovered his senses.
Bean keeping full guard, as Nurmagomedov tries to pass.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Bean keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bean working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nurmagomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nurmagomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bean avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov advances to half guard.
Nurmagomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nurmagomedov working Bean over with strikes.
Bean tries to get to full guard but Nurmagomedov has control of the leg.
Bean taking some punishment here, with Nurmagomedov in his half guard. #T4#
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Bean has hold of Nurmagomedov's hands but Nurmagomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Bean's head.
Bean taking some punishment here, with Nurmagomedov in his half guard.
Nurmagomedov slips a nice elbow through Bean's hands, connecting with Bean's forehead.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nurmagomedov uses his free foot to push down on Bean's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bean.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagomedov punishing his opponent with strikes.
BOOM! Nurmagomedov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Nurmagomedov loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Bean scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Nurmagomedov land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Nurmagomedov stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Khabib Nurmagomedov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
LH29: Higuchi vs Souza III
Date: Jan 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Oleynik scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nurmagomedov in his tracks.
Nurmagomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Oleynik counters with a two punch combo. #TD2#
Oleynik gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nurmagomedov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nurmagomedov cracks Oleynik with a solid left hand.
Oleynik working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Oleynik utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nurmagomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Oleynik blocks nicely.
Nurmagomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Oleynik is trying to keep Nurmagomedov in close.
Oleynik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nurmagomedov is one step ahead there. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nurmagomedov stands and throws Oleynik's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Nurmagomedov misses with the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov throws a strike aimed at the side of Oleynik's head but Oleynik avoids it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov wants to control but Oleynik is keeping him busy.
Nurmagomedov takes a little break here. Oleynik wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Nurmagomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Nurmagomedov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Oleynik some visible discomfort.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Oleynik is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov lands a few punches from side control.
Nurmagomedov is chipping away with strikes.
Nurmagomedov working the strikes but Oleynik uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Oleynik is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Nurmagomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Oleynik is looking to escape. #T4#
Nurmagomedov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Nurmagomedov looking to ground and pound but Oleynik is blocking nicely.
Nurmagomedov lands a big elbow.
Nurmagomedov content just to control the position here.
Nurmagomedov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes but Oleynik is staying in there.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov 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#
Oleynik wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL2#
Nurmagomedov moves into the clinch.
Oleynik lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Oleynik looking to stall.
Nurmagomedov stalling the fight.
Nurmagomedov stalling in the clinch but Oleynik improves position.
Nurmagomedov is looking for a takedown.
Oleynik lands a left hand.
Nurmagomedov is stalling here.
Nurmagomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Oleynik pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Oleynik misses with a series of wild punches.
Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown.
Alexey Oleynik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.#CL2#
Nurmagomedov clinches with his opponent.
Oleynik stalling in the clinch but Nurmagomedov improves position.
Oleynik lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards. #T1##TD2#
Nurmagomedov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Oleynik keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Oleynik wants to get back to full guard.
Nurmagomedov controlling the action here.
Nurmagomedov works his way into side control.
Oleynik on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Oleynik tries to get out of the position.
Nurmagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Oleynik is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nurmagomedov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nurmagomedov cracks Oleynik with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T2#
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
An elbow from Nurmagomedov crashes against the mat.
A lull in the action here.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice forearm strike.
Nurmagomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Nurmagomedov cracks Oleynik with a big elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound.
Oleynik regains half guard, as Nurmagomedov was trying to land strikes.
Nurmagomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Oleynik avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nurmagomedov thows a huge punch but Oleynik dodges it nicely.
Nurmagomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Oleynik, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagomedov working over Oleynik with some ground and pound. Oleynik looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Oleynik avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Oleynik knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.#T4#
Nurmagomedov is taking a breather. Oleynik says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Oleynik is in trouble now - Nurmagomedov has advanced to mount!
Nurmagomedov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Nurmagomedov controlling his opponent.
Nurmagomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound effectively.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Oleynik but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Nurmagomedov landing strikes from the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Oleynik cracks Nurmagomedov with an open hand slap.
Nurmagomedov dives in and grabs Oleynik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Oleynik pushes down on Nurmagomedov's head and hops out.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Nurmagomedov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown
and Oleynik counters with a straight right hand.
Nurmagomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Alexey Oleynik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Oleynik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nurmagomedov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Oleynik tries to keep at a distance but Nurmagomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Oleynik gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov taking a breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Oleynik smiles and moves away.
Nurmagomedov looks to clinch
enabling Oleynik to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Khabib Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Oleynik seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Oleynik with a jab.
Nurmagomedov wants to clinch but Oleynik slips to the side
enabling Oleynik to counter with a crisp jab.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No luck for Nurmagomedov with that takedown attempt. #T1#
Nurmagomedov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Oleynik circles away easily
and Oleynik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alexey Oleynik is winning the standup battle so far.
Oleynik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nurmagomedov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nurmagomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Oleynik pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Alexey Oleynik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nurmagomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Oleynik paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Oleynik cracks Nurmagomedov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oleynik scores with a nice head shot.#KD#
Oleynik steps into range and cracks Nurmagomedov with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Nurmagomedov flops backwards and Oleynik dives into his guard looking to finish!
#ROC#
Nurmagomedov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Nurmagomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Oleynik's head.
Nurmagomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Oleynik works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Oleynik keeping full guard, as Nurmagomedov tries to pass. #T3#
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Oleynik is working from the bottom.
Oleynik is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nurmagomedov controlling from the top position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nurmagomedov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nurmagomedov stops Oleynik from standing up.
Oleynik can't keep his opponent in guard - Nurmagomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nurmagomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Oleynik is defending well.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nurmagomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Oleynik knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nurmagomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexey Oleynik showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nurmagomedov 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Khabib Nurmagomedov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
LH24: Happy New Year
Date: Jan 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Will tries to clinch but Nurmagomedov moves out of range. #CL2#
Nurmagomedov moves into range and clinches up with Will.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Will regains guard immediately.
Nurmagomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Will has wrist control.
Will on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Will tries to get out of the position.
Will is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nurmagomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagomedov stands up over Will, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov preventing the sweep.
Will preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Will knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Will wants to sweep but no luck.
Will controls Nurmagomedov momentarily but Nurmagomedov frees himself.
Nurmagomedov working some strikes from top position.
Nurmagomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Will tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Will has momentary wrist control but Nurmagomedov slips an elbow through the middle.
Nurmagomedov passes Will's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nurmagomedov prevents Will from improving his position.
Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Will is looking for a sweep. Nurmagomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Will on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Will is trying to stand back up but Nurmagomedov is controlling him
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov slips a nice elbow through Will's hands, connecting with Will's forehead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Will with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC2#
Will is rocked!
Nurmagomedov working over Will with some ground and pound. Will looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Oh Will is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nurmagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Will with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Will might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nurmagomedov lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Will! More strikes land and this one is all over! Nurmagomedov jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Khabib Nurmagomedov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
LH19: Strife vs Ramon
Date: Dec 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Nurmagomedov shoots in and drives through. Hopo sprawls well.#CL2#
Nurmagomedov clinches with his opponent.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Hopo manages to get underhooks.
Hopo lands with a short shot to the head. #TD2#
Nurmagomedov jumps into guard, dragging Hopo to the mat.
Nurmagomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hopo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hopo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nurmagomedov is controlling him.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nurmagomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hopo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurmagomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov postures up.
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hopo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hopo 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.
Nurmagomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hopo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hopo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurmagomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hopo's head.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagomedov is working Hopo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nurmagomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Hopo looking for a sweep. Not yet Hopo, not yet.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Hopo blocks nicely.
Nurmagomedov is in close to Hopo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov connects with a couple of short punches.
Hopo looking for a sweep. Not yet Hopo, not yet.
Nurmagomedov works over Hopo with some ground and pound from guard.
Hopo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Nurmagomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Hopo's brow.
Hopo wants to stand and escape but Nurmagomedov is having none of it.
Hopo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hopo working a defensive guard here.
Hopo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov connects with a couple of short punches.
Nurmagomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hopo pulls Nurmagomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hopo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurmagomedov connects with a couple of short punches.
Hopo pulls Nurmagomedov in close to his closed guard and prevents Nurmagomedov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Nurmagomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Hopo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurmagomedov advances to half guard.
Hopo is trying to get back to full guard.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Hopo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Hopo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov. #T4#
Hopo is trying to stand up here but Nurmagomedov is controlling him well.
Hopo wants to get back to full guard but Nurmagomedov has passed into side control.
Hopo on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Hopo tries to buck Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov is having none of it.
Nurmagomedov cracks Hopo with a big right hand but Hopo just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Hopo is looking for a sweep.
Nurmagomedov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Hopo is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Nurmagomedov is controlling him well.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov grinds an elbow into Hopo's temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Nurmagomedov moves into range and clinches up with Hopo.
Nurmagomedov letting Hopo take a breather here.
Nurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hopo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hopo - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Hopo scores with a shot to the side of Nurmagomedov's head.
A short left from Hopo.
Nurmagomedov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hopo is defending well.
Nurmagomedov has Hopo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hopo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hessu Hopo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov is trying to drag Hopo to the mat but Hopo just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hopo lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hopo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Nurmagomedov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hopo is defending well.
Hopo's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Nurmagomedov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hopo after a bit of a struggle.
Nurmagomedov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Hopo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nurmagomedovs head.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Nurmagomedov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Hopo stops a takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hopo prevents it.
Hopo lands with a right to the head.
Nurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nurmagomedov jumps guard but Hopo stands there with Nurmagomedov around his waist. Nurmagomedov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hopo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hessu Hopo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Nurmagomedov wants a takedown.
Nurmagomedov is looking for a takedown.
Stalling in the clinch from Hopo.
Hopo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hopo is struggling to control the position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Hopo effectively controlling the action here.
Hopo gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#T2#
A hook to the body from Hopo.
Hopo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hopo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nurmagomedov wants a takedown.
Hopo lands a left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hopo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hopo stalling against the cage.
Hopo lands a hook that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
We've been informed that Nurmagomedov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hopo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hopo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hopo stalling in the clinch.
Nurmagomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right from Hopo.
Hopo pressing his opponent against the cage.
Hopo works on Nurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Hopo taking a breather.
Hopo is stalling here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Hessu Hopo.
Hopo lands a nice looking body shot.
#CL#
Nurmagomedov tries to keep at a distance but Hopo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nurmagomedov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hopo to keep the fight standing.
Hopo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot to the head.
Hopo controlling the action here for a moment.
Hopo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Hopo.
Hopo trying to control the position but instead, Nurmagomedov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hopo into the cage.
Hopo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards. #T4#
Hopo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hopo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hopo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hopo is stalling here.
Hopo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hopo prevents a takedown attempt there.
A nice left hand lands by Hopo.
Hopo scores with a shot to the side of Nurmagomedov's head.
Hopo manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Hopo lands a nice uppercut.
Hopo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A hook to the body from Hopo.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hessu Hopo dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hopo lands with an uppercut that bounces Nurmagomedov off the cage and back into range.
Hopo lands a jab.
Nurmagomedov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Hopo moves into range and clinches up with Nurmagomedov.
Hopo manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Come on Hopo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Hopo is pushing Nurmagomedov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Hopo works on Nurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hopo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nurmagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nurmagomedov fails to pull guard.
Hopo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nurmagomedovs head.
Hopo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Come on Hopo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Hopo.
Hopo lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Hopo on the inside.
Hopo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards. #ROC#
Nurmagomedov is rocked!
Hopo stalling against the cage.
Hopo is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hopo scores with a shoulder strike.
Hopo controlling the action here for a moment.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hopo fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Hopo pushes Nurmagomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Hopo on the inside. #T2#
Nurmagomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hopo prevents it.
Hessu Hopo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hopo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hopo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nurmagomedov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hopo stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A short right from Hopo on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Hopo.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Hessu Hopo.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hopo avoids it really well and circles away.
Hopo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hopo connects with a jab.#CL2#
Nurmagomedov gets a clinch.
Hopo lands a shoulder strike.
Hopo controlling the action here for a moment.
#T3#
Hopo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hopo is pressed up against the cage. Nurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hopo down to the mat. Hopo avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hopo connects with a single shot there.
Nurmagomedov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#KD#
Hopo drops Nurmagomedov with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Nurmagomedov looks back up at him and smiles so Hopo waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Nurmagomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Hopo finish him?#CL#
Hopo rushes Nurmagomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Hopo is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hopo lands with a light punch inside.
Hopo will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nurmagomedov up against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Hopo as the two fighters clinch.
A short right from Hopo on the inside.
Hopo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nurmagomedov can do to turn this around?
Hopo pushes Nurmagomedov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hopo displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nurmagomedov up against the cage.
Hopo lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Hopo dips a shoulder and cracks Nurmagomedov with a mighty uppercut! Nurmagomedov falls back against the cage and Hopo unloads with a barrage of strikes! Nurmagomedov is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Hopo screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hessu Hopo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt
letting Vitali counter with a right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Vitali circles away easily
and Vitali counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vitali keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown
and Vitali counters with a series of strikes. Nurmagomedov will be more careful next time no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch up but Vitali circles away and keeps his distance.
Vitali unleashes a big counter combination but Nurmagomedov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown
and Vitali counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nurmagomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Vitali counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Nurmagomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vitali counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Vitali gets tackled into the cage by Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov maintains the clinch.
Vitali is trying to break free.#TD#
Nurmagomedov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Vitali can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow but Vitali slips to the side and avoids it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vitali tries to escape but Nurmagomedov is in control.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Vitali defending against the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound but Vitali is defending the strikes.
Nurmagomedov cracks Vitali with a big right hand but Vitali just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T2#
Nurmagomedov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Vitali takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov misses with the ground and pound.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Nurmagomedov in side control, throwing shots but Vitali defends.
An elbow from Nurmagomedov crashes against the mat.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow but Vitali slips to the side and avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Vitali defending against the ground and pound. #T3#
Vitali taking a bit of punishment here - Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes.
Nurmagomedov grinds an elbow into Vitali's temple.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound but Vitali is defending the strikes.
Nurmagomedov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Vitali dodges the ground and pound from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Nurmagomedov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound but Vitali is defending the strikes.
Nurmagomedov cracks Vitali with an elbow. That is naaassty.
The strikes coming from Nurmagomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T4#
An elbow from Nurmagomedov crashes against the mat.
Nurmagomedov working the strikes but Vitali uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Vitali looks winded!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Vitali regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Nurmagomedov.
Vitali avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Vitali has wrist control.
Nurmagomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagomedov is in close to Vitali's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Vitali is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nurmagomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vitali throws a counter combo.#CL#
Nurmagomedov pushes Vitali up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Nurmagomedov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Nurmagomedov manages to end up in side control.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow but Vitali slips to the side and avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Nurmagomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vitali can do to turn this around?
Vitali regains half guard, as Nurmagomedov was trying to land strikes.
Nurmagomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vitali tries to kick Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nurmagomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Vitali's head. #T1#
Nurmagomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Vitali blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Khabib Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Vitali, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagomedov thows a huge punch but Vitali dodges it nicely.
Vitali avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov passes to side control.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Vitali is breathing heavily.
The strikes coming from Nurmagomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Nurmagomedov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
Nurmagomedov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Nurmagomedov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Nurmagomedov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Vitali is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Nurmagomedov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Nurmagomedov misses with the ground and pound.
Vitali is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov with the ground and pound but Vitali regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Vitali blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurmagomedov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T3#
Nurmagomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nurmagomedov working over Vitali with some ground and pound. Vitali looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nurmagomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov.
Vitali blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Vitali is blocking nicely.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Vitali is blocking nicely.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Vitali's head.
Nurmagomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Vitali has hold of Nurmagomedov's hands but Nurmagomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nurmagomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Vitali avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Vitali keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown.
It seemed like Vitali was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Vitali sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL#
Nurmagomedov pushes Vitali up against the cage in a clinch.
Nurmagomedov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vitali after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Nurmagomedov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Vitali scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Nurmagomedov manages to mount him!
Nurmagomedov throws some wild stikes that Vitali manages to avoid easily.
Nurmagomedov lands a big elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov lands a big elbow.
Vitali takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Vitali holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Nurmagomedov tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Nurmagomedov with a couple of short strikes.#ROC#
Vitali is rocked!
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Vitali is still in real trouble! Can Nurmagomedov finish him?
Nurmagomedov lands a heavy elbow.
Nurmagomedov looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Vitali covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Barrett scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Nurmagomedov forces Barrett back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Barrett regains guard.
Nurmagomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Barrett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow that misses. Barrett uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nurmagomedov's guard. Nice move by Barrett!#REVR#
Nurmagomedov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Barrett puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Nurmagomedov is looking to improve his position.
Nurmagomedov keeps trying to improve his position.
Nurmagomedov is still trying to improve position.
Barrett looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Barrett perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nurmagomedov gets back to full guard.
Barrett advances position into side control!
Barrett wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nurmagomedov keeps working.
Nurmagomedov tries to improve position but can't.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nurmagomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nurmagomedov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Barrett thows a huge punch but Nurmagomedov dodges it nicely.
Barrett prevents Nurmagomedov from improving his position.#SUB#
Barrett is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Nurmagomedov is looking to improve his position.
Barrett trying to control from half guard but Nurmagomedov is working away.
Nurmagomedov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nurmagomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Barrett is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nurmagomedov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Barrett preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Barrett looking to control.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Barrett blocks nicely.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Barrett's brow.
Nurmagomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmagomedov looking to pass the guard.
Barrett preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Barrett is trying to keep Nurmagomedov in close.
#T4#
Nurmagomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nurmagomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov cracks Barrett with a solid left hand.
Nurmagomedov prevents Barrett from getting back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Barrett is retaining full guard.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Barrett working a defensive guard but Nurmagomedov passes into half guard.
Nurmagomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Nurmagomedov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nurmagomedov won't allow Barrett to sweep him here.
Nurmagomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nurmagomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Barrett's head.
Nurmagomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barrett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nurmagomedov is one step ahead there.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Barrett blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Nurmagomedov is working Barrett over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nurmagomedov distracts Barrett with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nurmagomedov scoring with some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov prevents Barrett from getting back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Nurmagomedov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Nurmagomedov working the strikes but Barrett uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Barrett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Barrett has hold of Nurmagomedov's hands but Nurmagomedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Nurmagomedov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Barrett!
Nurmagomedov looking to finish Barrett with some ground and pound. This is bad for Barrett!
Barrett in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nurmagomedov with shots to the head and body - Barrett looks very uncomfortable down there.
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Nurmagomedov raining down shots from the mount!
Nurmagomedov breaks from Barrett's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Nurmagomedov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Barrett?
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Barrett is bucking up trying to escape but Nurmagomedov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Nurmagomedov landing shots from mount. #ROC2#
Barrett is rocked!#T3#
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes but Barrett is staying in there.
Oh Barrett is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Khabib Nurmagomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nurmagomedov prevents Barrett from getting the reversal.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice shot to the head.
Nurmagomedov postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Barrett in real trouble here! The ref calls for Barrett to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
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