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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2017 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kovalev.
Kovalev looks to clinch #TD#
and Aguiar counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Aguiar.
Aguiar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kovalev thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev wants to control the position but Aguiar says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Aguiar looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kovalev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Aguiar controlling the action here.#T1#
Kovalev has hold of Aguiar's hands but Aguiar slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Aguiar lands strikes from half guard.
Aguiar 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.
Kovalev should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kovalev is trying to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Aguiar.
Kovalev wants to control the action here but instead Aguiar manages to pass to full mount! #T2#
Aguiar content just to control the position here.
Aguiar lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Aguiar landing strikes from the mount.
Kovalev is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Aguiar lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Aguiar landing punches. #ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee warns Kovalev that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kovalev is still in real trouble! Can Aguiar finish him?
Aguiar looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Aguiar is landing with some decent strikes but Kovalev is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Aguiar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kovalev takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Aguiar's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulo Aguiar!
Paulo Aguiar decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice body punch from Dong.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Dong.
Kovalev moves in looking to clinch but Dong pushes him off.
Kovalev misses with an uppercut
and Dong counters with a solid body kick.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick by Kovalev misses
and Dong counters with an inside leg kick.
Dong lands the left hand.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Dong moves into the clinch.
I was talking to Dong's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD2#
Kovalev decides to pull guard.
Dong stops Kovalev from standing up.
Dong advances to half guard. #SUB#
Dong is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kovalev defends it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dong has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dong lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#T1#
Dong with good strikes from the mount here!#ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
Dong connects with a bit shot that sees Kovalev covering up! More strikes from Dong and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Dong is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yung Hung Dong!
Yung Hung Dong decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
DARE RIO 2
Date: Nov 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pavlov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pavlov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovalev tries to avoid it but Pavlov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovalev to the ground. Kovalev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Pavlov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kovalev on his heels. He'll look to pass Kovalev's guard now, I'm sure.
Kovalev could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kovalev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pavlov controls the pace.
Kovalev wants to get back to his feet but Pavlov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pavlov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kovalev tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pavlov stands and throws Kovalev's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Pavlov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kovalev rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pavlov's guard! Nice work there by Kovalev!
Pavlov is pulling down on Kovalev's head. It's preventing any offense from Kovalev, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Pavlov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Kovalev is defending well. Pavlov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Kovalev has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Pavlov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matvey Pavlov!
Matvey Pavlov gave a mention to Mockstar Energy Drinks 160Q in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 08, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Kovalev moves into range and clinches up with Ruane.
Ruane will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kovalev up against the cage.
Kovalev is trying to break the clinch but Ruane has him pressed against the cage.
A body shot lands from Kovalev.
#BC2#
Kovalev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ruane throws a shot to the body.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Ruane on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kovalev. Kovalev obviously looking to wear him down.
Ruane takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#
It looks like Jai Ruane has been cut.
Ruane moves in looking to clinch but Kovalev pushes him off.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ruane thinks about countering with a head kick.
Mike Kovalev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Ruane fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kovalev, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Ruane escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovalev wants to clinch.
Kovalev takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T1#
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev lands a high kick!
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovalev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ruane.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ruane avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ruane tries to counter by clinching up but Kovalev breaks away and moves out of range.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily.
Ruane is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kovalev.
Kovalev tries to clinch there but Ruane circles away.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Ruane moves out of range.
#T2#
Ruane moves in looking to clinch but Kovalev pushes him off.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Ruane appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ruane throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kovalev's waist but Kovalev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ruane off to one side.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev looks winded!
Ruane looks for a takedown but Kovalev sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jai Ruane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Ruane moves into range and clinches up with Kovalev.#BC#
Ruane breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovalev connects with the punch.
Ruane tries to clinch but Kovalev moves out of range.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev throws a body kick that misses. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and clinches.
Kovalev is trying to force a seperation but Ruane has the dominant position.
Kovalev is trying to break free.#T3##BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev tries to bum rush Ruane with a series of wild strikes but Ruane uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ruane drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kovalev sprawls and moves away.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Ruane tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kovalev manages to circle out of the way.
Kovalev keeps the fight on the outside.
Ruane blocks the body kick.
Ruane fails to land the takedown.
Ruane closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kovalev circles away.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ruane lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Ruane is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovalev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick
and Ruane makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
Kovalev shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ruane counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Kovalev is lucky that one didn't land flush.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ruane shoots for a takedown but Kovalev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ruane shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kovalev but Kovalev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane shoots for a takedown but Kovalev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ruane takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ruane or perhaps it was just good defense by Kovalev, which made it look bad.
Kovalev throws a counter combo.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev swats away the attempt to clinch by Ruane.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jai Ruane's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Ruane shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kovalev as he avoids it easily.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovalev tries to avoid it but Ruane manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovalev to the ground. Kovalev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ruane throws a head kick that misses.
Ruane blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily.
Kovalev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ruane blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Ruane appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kovalev.
It looked like Ruane was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ruane tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kovalev defends well and Ruane ends up having to push Kovalev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jai Ruane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev is breathing heavily.
Kovalev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kovalev has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T1#
Ruane shoots in for a double leg but Kovalev sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kovalev tries to clinch up.
Ruane is looking for a counter combo.
Kovalev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovalev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ruane.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Kovalev tries to get set, Ruane tries to push him back and clinch up but Kovalev manages to avoid the attempt.
Ruane tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovalev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ruane looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Kovalev forces Ruane back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Ruane manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Kovalev.
Ruane doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovalev circles away.
Mike Kovalev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kovalev taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ruane taking a breather.
Good body shot from Kovalev.
#TD2#
Kovalev drags the fight down to the ground.
Ruane passes Kovalev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruane is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Ruane thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #T3#
Kovalev throwing hammer fists to the chest of Ruane. What's that going to do exactly?
Ruane throwing strikes here but Kovalev is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
#SUB#
Ruane goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Kovalev is on top in guard.
#SUB#
Ruane working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kovalev has passed into half guard!
Ruane blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovalev. #T4##SU2#
Kovalev decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #TD2#
Kovalev manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ruane on his heels. He'll look to pass Ruane's guard now, I'm sure.
Ruane is wriggling around but Kovalev manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
Ruane blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovalev.
Ruane on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kovalev 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. #SU2#
Kovalev stands up out of the half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev lands with a kick to the temple. Ruane shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kovalev throws the left hand but Ruane avoids the punch easily.
Ruane appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jai Ruane's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ruane fails with the takedown.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily.
Ruane lands a high kick!
Ruane lands a head shot.
Kovalev scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kovalev tries to close the distance and clinch but Ruane swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ruane looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kovalev fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kovalev misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Kovalev throws a series of punches but Ruane moves out of range.
Kovalev just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRuane.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ruane. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kovalev misses with a punch to the body.
Kovalev is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Kovalev drags the fight down to the ground.
Mike Kovalev has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ruane throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ruane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ruane slips nicely into half guard.
Ruane is trying to control the action in half guard but Kovalev is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2##SU#
Ruane stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Kovalev to get to his feet.
Ruane is looking to clinch but Kovalev is avoiding it.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Ruane misses with a takedown attempt - Kovalev sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jai Ruane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ruane shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kovalev pinned against the cage. Kovalev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kovalev circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Ruane closes the distance and pushes Kovalev back into the cage.
Kovalev tries to pull guard but Ruane won't allow it.
Ruane drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kovalev pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Kovalev has managed to clinch.
#T3#
Ruane jumps guard but Kovalev stands there with Ruane around his waist. Ruane gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kovalev working hard to break the clinch.#TD2#
Kovalev jumps guard and drags Ruane to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Kovalev seems keen to control Ruane's posture.
Kovalev being controlled here, momentarily.
Kovalev keeping full guard, as Ruane tries to pass. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#ES2#
Kovalev pushes Ruane off and gets back to his feet.
Ruane shoots in looking for a takedown but Kovalev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ruane's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kovalev throws a body kick that misses.
Kovalev goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ruane avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane throws a right hand that Kovalev ducks under and follows up with a left that Kovalev also avoids with ease.
Kovalev throws a head kick that Ruane semi-blocks.
Jai Ruane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kovalev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Kovalev!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range.
#CL2#
Kovalev clinches up with Batson and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Batson moves out of range of the body kick from Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#ROC2#
Batson is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Barry Batson has been cut.
Kovalev shoots in looking for a takedown but Batson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kovalev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Batson tries for a takedown but Kovalev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Batson moves out of range of the body kick from Kovalev.
Batson throws a big counter combination but Kovalev scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Batson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kovalev steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Batson.
Kovalev should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Batson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovalev moves away.
Kovalev lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Kovalev clinches up against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kovalev - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kovalev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kovalev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Batson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T1#
Kovalev is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Batson to keep the fight standing.
Kovalev managing to block the knees to the body from Batson.
#TD#
Batson manages to pull guard.
#SU2#
Kovalev decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Batson, up you get!
Horrible takedown attempt by Kovalev or perhaps it was just good defense by Batson, which made it look bad.
Batson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Barry Batson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Kovalev.
Batson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Batson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovalev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Batson dives in and grabs Kovalev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kovalev pushes down on Batson's head and hops out.
Batson fails with the takedown.
Batson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kovalev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Batson somewhat.#T2#
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
Kovalev clinches. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It looked like Batson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with a series of wild punches.
Kovalev misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev looks winded!#CL2#
Kovalev has taken the fight to the clinch.
Batson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kovalev pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Batson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kovalev avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Batson is trying to force a seperation but Kovalev has the dominant position.
Batson avoiding damage as Kovalev throws knees to the body.
#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
#T3##CL2#
Kovalev rushes Batson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Batson attempts a counter takedown but Kovalev avoids it well and moves away.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Batson throws a series of punches but Kovalev moves out of range.
Kovalev lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Batson tries to clinch but Kovalev is having none of it.
Kovalev throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kovalev stuffs the takedown.
A bone on bone clash there as Kovalev blocks the leg kick.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Batson doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovalev circles away.
Batson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kovalev circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Batson.#T4#
Kovalev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL2#
Kovalev fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Batson, pushing him back against the cage.
Kovalev prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range.
#KD2#
Kovalev lands a big head kick that sends Batson tumbling to the mat! Kovalev takes a step backwards and waves Batson back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Batson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#KD2#
Kovalev lands a head kick that stumbles Batson and the fighters go to the mat. #SUB#
Batson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kovalev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovalev in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Barry Batson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Batson seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
Kovalev moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kovalev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Batson as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Batson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kovalev.
Mike Kovalev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kovalev goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Batson tries to clinch but Kovalev is having none of it.
Kovalev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Batson.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Batson moves out of range easily.
Batson appears to be looking for a big counter.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Batson is defended easily by Kovalev.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and pushes Batson back into the cage.#T1#
Kovalev lands a nice shot to the body. #TD#
Batson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kovalev wants to control from the top but Batson keeps moving. #SU2#
Kovalev stands and steps away. Batson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Batson blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Batson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batson dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Batson feinted with a counter takedown.
Kovalev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kovalev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Batson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kovalev throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Kovalev lets loose with a powerful body kick. Batson will feel that in the morning.
Kovalev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kovalev wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Batson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batson blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Batson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovalev moves away.
Barry Batson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Batson pushes Kovalev up against the cage in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Batson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Kovalev blocks a head kick by Batson.
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Batson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kovalev - the referee stops the clock and Batson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kovalev. Batson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kovalev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T3#
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Batson lands with a straight right. Kovalev didn't see that one coming.
Kovalev moves in looking to clinch but Batson pushes him off.
Batson scores with a head kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kovalev is defended easily by Batson.
Batson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovalev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mike Kovalev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovalev fails to land with a series of punches.
Kovalev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kovalev fails to land with a series of punches.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
#T4#
Batson lands a right hook to the body.
#CL2#
Kovalev darts in and clinches Batson up against the cage.
Batson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a punch but it's blocked by Batson. #TD#
Batson successfully pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovalev lands a couple of digs.#SU2#
Kovalev stands and steps away. Batson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Batson throws a front kick that sends Kovalev stumbling back into the cage.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Batson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Batson keeps the fight on the outside.
Batson feinted with a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Barry Batson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kovalev misses with a few strikes there.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mike Kovalev seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Batson wants a takedown.
#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev tries to land a leg kick but Batson saw it coming and moves away.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Kovalev swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Batson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Batson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovalev tries to avoid it but Batson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovalev to the ground. Kovalev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Batson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Batson clinches.
Kovalev blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A head kick by Kovalev misses #CL#
and Batson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kovalev is looking to break free of the clinch but Batson has double underhooks.
Batson tries for a takedown but Kovalev manages to get underhooks.
#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev throws a series of punches but Batson moves out of range.
Batson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Kovalev closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Batson's guard.
Kovalev is standing up over Batson. Batson looks to escape but Kovalev dives into side control.
#T2##REVR#
Batson trying his best to control but Kovalev has mounted him.
Kovalev controlling the pace for now.
Kovalev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Kovalev has control of Batson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Batson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Batson can't escape the position.
Kovalev lands with some strikes.#T3#
Batson is trying to escape the mount.
Kovalev pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kovalev connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Batson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Batson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kovalev controlling from the full mount.
Kovalev working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Kovalev avoids the attempt from Batson to control.#T4#
Kovalev is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kovalev punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB2#
Kovalev jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Batson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Kovalev in side control, throwing shots but Batson defends. #SU2#
Kovalev decides to take the fight back to the feet. #CL2#
Kovalev pushes Batson up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Barry Batson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A head kick by Kovalev misses
and Batson counters with an inside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kovalev 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Kovalev!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovalev tries to clinch there but Parunausha circles away.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parunausha shoots for a double leg takedown but Kovalev sprawls well. He's pushed Parunausha's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sloppy strikes from Kovalev. Those never looked like landing.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parunausha blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
#CL#
Parunausha closes the distance and pushes Kovalev back into the cage.
Parunausha is stalling here.
Parunausha fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Parunausha goes for a double leg but Kovalev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kovalev continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregh Parunausha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Parunausha shoots in but Kovalev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Parunausha shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kovalev defends it nicely.#T1#
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Parunausha moves out of range easily.
Parunausha shoots in but no luck this time.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parunausha has a takedown stuffed.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Parunausha displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with a hook.
Kovalev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Parunausha fails to land the takedown.
Kovalev will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Parunausha rushes Kovalev and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Kovalev fails to pull the fight into his guard.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Kovalev looks winded!#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Parunausha tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kovalev swivels and escapes.
Kovalev looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Parunausha dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
As Kovalev backs away, Parunausha returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mike Kovalev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovalev slaps away a takedown attempt from Parunausha, before circling back to the center of the mat.
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!
Parunausha tries a head kick but it misses.
Parunausha avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Parunausha wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kovalev delivers a nice body kick.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
#T3##CL#
Parunausha takes the fight into the clinch.
Kovalev fails to pull guard.
Kovalev tries to break the clinch but Parunausha is controlling the position.
Parunausha has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kovalev is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kovalev is looking to break free of the clinch but Parunausha has double underhooks. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Parunausha gets a clinch.
Parunausha lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovalev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kovalev is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Parunausha.
Kovalev keeps the fight on the outside.
A head kick by Kovalev misses
letting Parunausha counter with a right hand. #T4##CL#
Parunausha clinches with his opponent.
Parunausha pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parunausha misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Parunausha lands a two punch combo.
Kovalev lands a head kick. Parunausha smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev thows a leg kick but Parunausha checks it #CL#
and Parunausha counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kovalev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kovalev is trying to break free.#BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kovalev is defended easily by Parunausha.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mike Kovalev will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Parunausha fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Parunausha tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kovalev defends well and Parunausha ends up having to push Kovalev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Parunausha shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregh Parunausha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Parunausha shoots for a takedown but Kovalev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kovalev throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Parunausha wants to clinch.
Parunausha tries to clinch but Kovalev is having none of it.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Parunausha tries to avoid it but Kovalev manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Parunausha to the ground. Parunausha escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev misses with a few strikes there.
#CL#
Parunausha gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Kovalev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev is breathing heavily.#T1#
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kovalev misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Parunausha gets a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Parunausha.
Parunausha really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Parunausha is looking for a takedown.
Kovalev keeps control of Parunausha as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Parunausha tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kovalev avoids it.#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Parunausha shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Parunausha looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice sprawl there from Kovalev as Parunausha shoots in.
Kovalev is looking for the big counter here.#T2##CL2#
Kovalev forces Parunausha back against the cage and clinches.
Kovalev landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kovalev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kovalev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Parunausha half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Parunausha tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
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!
Parunausha slips a jab and a cross from Kovalev.
A head kick misses from Kovalev. #TD#
Parunausha shoots in and bounces Kovalev off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Parunausha trying to control the position from guard on top but Kovalev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Parunausha looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU#
Parunausha stands up from Kovalev's guard - Parunausha perhaps looking for a knockout.
Parunausha darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Parunausha into the cage.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Parunausha pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Parunausha attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Parunausha tries to keep at a distance but Kovalev has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Kovalev misses with a few strikes there.
Kovalev stalks Parunausha and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Parunausha's face. Parunausha staggers backwards, shaken.
Kovalev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Parunausha.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Parunausha drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kovalev sprawls and moves away.
Parunausha is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovalev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Parunausha gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Parunausha manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Parunausha's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
No luck for Parunausha with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Parunausha has closed the distance and engaged Kovalev in a clinch.
#BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovalev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Parunausha tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kovalev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Parunausha's calf.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kovalev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Gregh Parunausha is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Parunausha tries to clinch up.
Kovalev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Parunausha throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Parunausha takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Parunausha shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kovalev sprawls well. Kovalev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Parunausha gets slowly back to his feet.
Parunausha darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Parunausha into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregh Parunausha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev shoots in looking for a takedown but Parunausha manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kovalev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Parunausha closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Parunausha gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2#
Kovalev pushes Parunausha off and gets back to his feet.
Kovalev blocks a head kick by Parunausha.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Kovalev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
#T2#
Kovalev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL#
Parunausha closes the distance and clinches.
Parunausha looking to slow down the pace here.
Kovalev tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Parunausha just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Parunausha closes the distance and clinches up with Kovalev, looking for a takedown. Parunausha pushes Kovalev against the cage but Kovalev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Parunausha dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
Kovalev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Parunausha has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kovalev after a bit of a struggle. #T3##BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Parunausha dives in for a single leg takedown but Kovalev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kovalev throws a body kick that misses.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Parunausha moves out of range easily.
It looked like Parunausha wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kovalev tries to clinch
and Parunausha counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Parunausha avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Parunausha looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kovalev is fending him off so far but Parunausha persists. Nope, Kovalev circles away and we're back to standing.
Kovalev lands a head kick. Parunausha smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Parunausha moves out of range easily.
Kovalev loads up on a big right hand but Parunausha slips the punch.
Mike Kovalev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Parunausha darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Parunausha into the cage. #CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and clinches.#T4##BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Parunausha shoots in for a double leg but Kovalev sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Parunausha throws a big counter combination but Kovalev scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovalev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kovalev tries to clinch up.
Parunausha misses with a head kick.
Parunausha blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Parunausha tries a head kick but it misses.
Despite the aggression on Kovalev's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Parunausha fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kovalev avoids it really well and circles away.
Parunausha blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Gregh Parunausha has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Parunausha lands a jab to Kovalev's midsection.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kovalev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Kovalev!
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Event:
DARE 9
Date: Oct 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Lancier counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lancier trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lancier in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lancier chips away with some ground and pound.
Lancier throws a big elbow that misses.
Kovalev should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kovalev keeping moving, preventing Lancier from controlling successfully.
Lancier landing with the ground and pound.
Lancier postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kovalev keeping moving, preventing Lancier from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev is looking to stand up but Lancier isn't so interested in that idea.
Lancier looking to pass the guard.
Lancier postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lancier's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
Lancier arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Kovalev's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tristan Lancier!
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Event:
DARE 7
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rivera as he avoids it easily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kovalev!
Kovalev throws a lazy head kick
and Rivera counters with an outside leg kick.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Kovalev takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#KD#
Rivera lands a big head kick that sends Kovalev tumbling to the mat! Rivera takes a step backwards and waves Kovalev back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rivera, right into the meat.
Kovalev is still on wobbly legs! Can Rivera finish him?
Rivera feints a jab and as Kovalev dips his head, Rivera unleashes a brutal head kick that catches Kovalev right on the jaw! Timbeeer! Kovalev falls backwards in slow motion, only propped up by the cage! Rivera smiles a psychotic smile as he stares down his unconscious opponent. That is a scary man.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Ruben Rivera!
Ruben Rivera decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bostin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bostin half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kovalev tries to clinch but Bostin moves away #TD#
and Bostin counters with a shoot takedown. Kovalev fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Bostin is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Bostin drops back looking for a leg! Kovalev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kovalev manages to kick Bostin off! Bostin jumps back into Kovalev's guard. #SUB#
Bostin drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kovalev manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bostin has Kovalev in his guard.#REVB#
Kovalev won't allow Bostin to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bostin is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB#
Bostin drops back looking for a leg! Kovalev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kovalev manages to kick Bostin off! Bostin jumps back into Kovalev's guard.
Bostin preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bostin has gone for a leg lock! Kovalev slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bostin's guard.#REVB#
Bostin keeping moving, preventing Kovalev from controlling successfully.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kovalev working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Kovalev wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Bostin's closed guard. He's half up but Bostin has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Bostin pivots and extends the arm, Kovalev falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Bostin! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Austin Bostin!
Austin Bostin thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
so Bostin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Bostin postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kovalev is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Bostin, into his guard. #REVR#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bostin is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Bostin postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kovalev is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Bostin, into his guard. #REVR#
Kovalev could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Bostin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bostin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kovalev wants to stand but Bostin has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T1#
Bostin looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Kovalev stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Bostin throws up his legs and catches Kovalev in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Kovalev tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Bostin! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Austin Bostin!
Our winner, Austin Bostin, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 29, 2017 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
Kovalev thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Butthead if he has to take too many more of those.
#CL#
Kovalev gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Kovalev forces Butthead back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Butthead drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kovalev defends it well.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kovalev. Butthead shrugs it off though.
Kovalev lands a high kick!
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Butthead defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kovalev.
Butthead changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Butthead feints the counter takedown.
Kovalev throws a head kick that Butthead semi-blocks.
#T1#
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev is breathing heavily.
Kovalev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kovalev shoots in but Butthead avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Butthead changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kovalev closes this distance looking for a takedown but Butthead circles away.
And Butthead tries to counter it with a takedown but Kovalev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Kovalev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Butthead tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kovalev throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Butthead counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Butthead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Butthead drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Butthead as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Kovalev screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Butthead! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Beavis Butthead!
A victorious Beavis Butthead thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
The Chosen
Date: Jul 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kovalev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Allan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kovalev looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Allan takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#CUT#
It looks like Kendrick Allan has been cut.#KD#
Kovalev lands a big head kick that sends Allan tumbling to the mat! Kovalev takes a step backwards and waves Allan back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Allan is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Allan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Allan is still on wobbly legs! Can Kovalev finish him?
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Allan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kovalev throws a nice looking combination but Allan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Allan moves out of range.
Allan dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Allan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kovalev misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Kovalev! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mike Kovalev!
Mike Kovalev is the new bantamweight champion!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 769 Round 2
Date: Jun 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Kovalev feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jensen's calf.
Kovalev throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT2#
It looks like Ben Jensen has been cut.
Jensen slaps away a takedown attempt from Kovalev, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jensen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Jensen gets a takedown into half guard.
Jensen lands strikes from half guard.
Jensen working the head and body with strikes.
Jensen looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all 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. Jensen connects with a nice short shot to Kovalev's temple. #ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
Kovalev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jensen scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kovalev is still in real trouble! Can Jensen finish him?
Jensen is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Kovalev is hurt! He's hurt bad - Jensen fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Kovalev from any more punishment! Congratulations to Jensen! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ben Jensen!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 769 Round 1
Date: Jun 26, 2017 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Kovalev. #CL#
Kovalev closes the distance and pushes KitaKul back into the cage.
Kovalev can't break the clinch.
#BC#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev feints a jab promting KitaKul to slip. Kovalev then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. KitaKul slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD#
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kovalev was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
KitaKul is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
KitaKul is not content to let Kovalev control the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
KitaKul can't do much from the bottom here.
Kovalev could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
I wouldn't like to be where KitaKul is right now. #T1#
Kovalev working away.
An elbow from Kovalev crashes against the mat.
KitaKul can't do much from the bottom here.
KitaKul avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kovalev.
You can see the frustration on KitaKul's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
KitaKul has one of Kovalev's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#SU#
Kovalev decides to stand back up. Kovalev steps back and let's KitaKul get back to his feet.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And KitaKul tries to counter it with a takedown but Kovalev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
KitaKul takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#CL#
Kovalev fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with KitaKul, pushing him back against the cage.#T2#
Knees in the clinch landing for Kovalev.
#BC#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And KitaKul tries to counter it with a takedown but Kovalev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kovalev thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Kovalev clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Kovalev throws a head kick but KitaKul moves out of range.
And KitaKul tries to counter it with a takedown but Kovalev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and KitaKul moves out of range easily.
Kovalev is breathing heavily.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and KitaKul moves out of range easily.
KitaKul tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
KitaKul avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
KitaKul feints the counter takedown.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
KitaKul feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Kovalev closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
KitaKul is trying to drag Kovalev to the mat but Kovalev just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kovalev prevents the takedown attempt.
Kovalev is pressed up against the cage. KitaKul has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kovalev down to the mat. Kovalev avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Mike Kovalev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Medzy KitaKul.
Kovalev throws a head kick but KitaKul moves out of range.
And KitaKul tries to counter it with a takedown but Kovalev pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Kovalev looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
KitaKul is positioning himself well to prevent Kovalev advancing to mount.
Let's hope that KitaKul 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.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if KitaKul can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
KitaKul is trying to maintain the position but Kovalev is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovalev thows a huge punch but KitaKul dodges it nicely.
Kovalev tries to stand but can't do so whilst KitaKul controls his leg.
KitaKul has his hands clasped together around Kovalev's back. He's all about the action.
KitaKul blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovalev.
KitaKul moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
KitaKul controlling Kovalev's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev 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#
Kovalev lands with a kick to the ribs.
Mike Kovalev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
KitaKul feints the counter takedown.
Kovalev throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sloppy strikes from Kovalev. Those never looked like landing.
KitaKul with the counter takedown but Kovalev avoids it easily.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
KitaKul blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Mike Kovalev is winning the standup battle so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL#
Kovalev has managed to clinch.
KitaKul is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kovalev gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD2#
KitaKul lands a takedown into guard.
#T1#
KitaKul is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kovalev working a defensive guard here.
KitaKul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#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.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
KitaKul avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
KitaKul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kovalev defends it well.
Kovalev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
KitaKul gets tackled into the cage by Kovalev. Kovalev maintains the clinch. #TD2#
KitaKul gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
KitaKul not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
KitaKul's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
KitaKul is continuing to stall.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from KitaKul.
Mike Kovalev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kovalev throws a head kick but KitaKul moves out of range.
A lazy body kick from Kovalev #TD2#
and KitaKul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kovalev's guard.
Kovalev wants to get back to his feet but KitaKul is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
KitaKul is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Kovalev dominated that second round.
That's time! Kovalev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Kovalev looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
KitaKul is trying to control but can't.
KitaKul is holding on to half guard well.
Kovalev thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kovalev is looking for a kimura but KitaKul is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kovalev to get the leverage.
Kovalev wants to pass the guard but KitaKul is defending well.
Kovalev prevents KitaKul from improving his position.
KitaKul keeping control of the position. #T1#
The adventures of KitaKul the control monster continue. Boring.
Kovalev missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kovalev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
KitaKul is staying active underneath Kovalev, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kovalev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that KitaKul can do to turn this around?
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
KitaKul wants to get back to full guard.
Kovalev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kovalev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kovalev tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Kovalev missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
KitaKul keeping control of the position.
Kovalev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
KitaKul preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Kovalev closes the distance and pushes KitaKul back into the cage.#TD2#
KitaKul lands a takedown into guard.
KitaKul seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
More stalling from KitaKul.
KitaKul with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T3#
Yet more stalling tactics from KitaKul.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kovalev thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on KitaKul if he has to take too many more of those.
#TD#
Kovalev scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Kovalev is trying to get an arm triangle but KitaKul is defending well.
KitaKul has one of Kovalev's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
KitaKul avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kovalev.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
KitaKul manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Medzy KitaKul has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
Kovalev decides to stand and escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kovalev has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight for Mike Kovalev!
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight for Mike Kovalev!
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight for Mike Kovalev!
Mike Kovalev wins by unanimous decision!
The defeated Medzy KitaKul had this to say: 'fuck you all, i hate you all suckers and potato face's'.
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