Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C96: Nagasaki vs. Kenobi 3
Date: Apr 30, 2022

#R1#
Lermontov throws a right hand that misses
and Hlervu counters with a left to the body.
Hlervu lands a jab to the head. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hlervu walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hlervu in his tracks.
Hlervu throws a shot to the body.
Hlervu throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
A big right from Hlervu misses.
Hlervu looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Hlervu dodges the punch combination from Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Hlervu moves out of range.
Lermontov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hlervu walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hlervu throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Hlervu takes one to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Hlervu misses the target.
Lermontov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hlervu throws a lazy uppercut
and Lermontov counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Hlervu throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lermontov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hlervu looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Hlervu tries to move into range but Lermontov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hlervu takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
Lermontov wants to clinch up but Hlervu keeps it at a distance.
Lermontov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hlervu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lermontov defending well as Hlervu loads up on a big left hand.
Hlervu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hlervu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice cross by Lermontov.
Hlervu ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hlervu misses with a looping right.
Hlervu misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Hlervu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Hlervu swings widly with a right hand
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lermontov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hlervu sizes up Lermontov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Decent striking displayed by Hlervu there.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hlervu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lermontov misses with a series of wild punches.
Hlervu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hlervu loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
Lermontov lands with a hook. Hlervu tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Hlervu avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Hlervu gets tackled into the cage by Lermontov. Lermontov maintains the clinch.
Hlervu works on Lermontov's body with a couple of short punches.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
Hlervu swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lermontov tries a body shot but Hlervu blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hlervu. #T3#
Hlervu tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it.
Hlervu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Hlervu turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hlervu to keep the fight standing.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hlervu walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hlervu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hlervu looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL#
Lermontov clinches. #TD#
Lermontov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lermontov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lermontov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlervu is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Hlervu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hlervu has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Hlervu advances to half guard.
Hlervu wants to pass to mount but Lermontov is defending the position.
Hlervu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lermontov wants to get back to full guard.
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lermontov keeps working. #T4#
Lermontov is trying to get back to full guard.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but Lermontov is working away.
Lermontov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hlervu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hlervu's back!
Lermontov doesn't have the hooks in and Hlervu manages to turn into his guard.
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!#SUB#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hlervu is aware though and is defending well.
Hlervu trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hlervu defends well.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
Lermontov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Hlervu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hlervu has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Braynas Hlervu will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lermontov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lermontov defending well as Hlervu loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hlervu counters with a straight right hand.
Lermontov throws a right and a left that both miss.
A jab lands there for Hlervu.
Hlervu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lermontov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Hlervu.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lermontov.
Hlervu takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Braynas Hlervu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Hlervu avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Hlervu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Hlervu misses with a looping left.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hlervu has time to react.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
Lermontov tries to clinch but Hlervu moves away
and Hlervu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hlervu slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Hlervu swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Lermontov jumps into guard, dragging Hlervu to the mat.
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving.
Hlervu stands and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Lermontov is trying to escape the position but Hlervu is controlling the position.
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lermontov keeps working.
Hlervu is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Lermontov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Lermontov tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position.
Fiyero Lermontov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Hlervu trying to control the position but Lermontov is working away.
Lermontov is trying to control Hlervu's posture but Hlervu avoids it.
Hlervu trying to control the position but Lermontov is working away.
You can see the frustration on Lermontov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Lermontov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Lermontov tries to buck Hlervu off but Hlervu is having none of it.
Lermontov sneaks back into half guard.
Hlervu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lermontov tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but Lermontov is working away. #SUB#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.
Hlervu works his foot free and advances to mount.
Lermontov is working to get back to half guard.
Hlervu controlling his opponent. #T4#
Hlervu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lermontov is looking to escape.
Lermontov working to try and regain half guard.
Lermontov is working hard here to advance position.
Lermontov tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lermontov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hlervu not doing much here.
Hlervu is trying to control. Lermontov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Braynas Hlervu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hlervu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lermontov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Hlervu throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
Hlervu swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Hlervu throws out a counter right but Lermontov avoids it with no problem.
Hlervu blocks a head kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Hlervu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hlervu.
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Hlervu circles away and keeps his distance.
Hlervu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Hlervu is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Hlervu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Some bone on bone action there as Hlervu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hlervu swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.#T1#
Lermontov tried to score with a low kick but Hlervu checks it.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Hlervu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Hlervu.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hlervu smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lermontov keeps Hlervu at a distance using the push kick.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Hlervu throws an off balance right hand
and Lermontov counters with a left and a right that stings Hlervu.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lermontov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Donk. Lermontov catches Hlervu right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Lermontov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hlervu blocks an uppercut.
Hlervu tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Hlervu back against the cage.
Hlervu working aggressively here.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #T2#
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hlervu to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hlervu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lermontov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
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!
Hlervu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hlervu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hlervu can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
Hlervu lands a left hand.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Hlervu forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Lermontov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Hlervu stays in close to Lermontov's body and controls the position.
Hlervu forces his way into half guard.
Hlervu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Lermontov won't allow it.
Hlervu wants to take a breather but Lermontov is having none of it.
Hlervu sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Lermontov moves into full guard.
Hlervu controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hlervu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving.
Hlervu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lermontov working a defensive guard here.
Fiyero Lermontov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Hlervu advances position into side control!
Lermontov trying to remain calm as Hlervu controls from the top position.
Lermontov stops Hlervu from passing to mount.
Lermontov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Lermontov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hlervu passes to full mount!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Braynas Hlervu.
Well Hlervu 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: C93: Alyoshin vs. Fujimoto
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Lermontov moves into the clinch successfully.
Graves lands a left hand. #TD2#
Lermontov gets control of Graves's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lermontov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Graves stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lermontov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Graves working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lermontov's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lermontov working for a triangle but Graves defends it easily.
Lermontov working a defensive guard here.
Graves scoring with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Graves got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Graves has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Graves pushes down on Lermontov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Graves wants to take a breather but Lermontov is having none of it. #T1#
Graves works his foot free and advances to mount.
Graves putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Graves unloading with bombs!#ROC#Lermontov is rocked!
Graves lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Lermontov is still in real trouble! Can Graves finish him?
We've been hearing that Graves has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Graves cracks Lermontov 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 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ernest Graves!
Ernest Graves seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C90: Kahn vs. Haskins 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Moxley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Moxley counters with a nice uppercut.
Moxley digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
Moxley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Lermontov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Moxley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Moxley feints the counter takedown.
Good leg kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov sizes up Moxley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Moxley moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov backing away here, and Moxley unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Moxley just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Moxley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Moxley let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Moxley connects with a body shot that sends Lermontov's belly button to the back.
Lermontov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Moxley counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Moxley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Lermontov misses the body punch
and Moxley counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Lermontov badly! He tries to strike back but Moxley puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Lermontov out cold! Oh man, Lermontov will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Georges Moxley!
In his post fight interview, Georges Moxley started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: C87: Haskins vs. Karelin
Date: Feb 27, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Lermontov clinches. #TD2#
Lermontov gets control of Terrell's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lermontov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Terrell sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Terrell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Terrell has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Terrell looking to pass the guard.
Terrell has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Terrell is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lermontov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Terrell stacks Lermontov 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 Terrell!#T1#
Lermontov gets back to half guard.
Lermontov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Terrell 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.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Terrell pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Terrell passes into side control!
Lermontov is trying to improve his position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom here.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
Terrell happy to just control the position for now.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
Lermontov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom here.
Lermontov has one of Terrell's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Lermontov is looking to regain half guard here but Terrell keeps moving and retains side control.
Terrell looks up at the clock and then as Lermontov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Terrell smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
Terrell happy to just control the position for now.
Terrell is looking to take a break and control but Lermontov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lermontov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lermontov is looking to control Terrell's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lermontov avoid being mounted?
Terrell tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Lermontov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lermontov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Terrell is aware though and is defending well.
Terrell trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lermontov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Terrell escapes and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Good leg kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Terrell. That did some damage!
Terrell takes one on the button.
Lermontov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Terrell backs up against the cage.
Terrell checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Terrell tries to counter by clinching up but Lermontov breaks away and moves out of range.
Terrell lands with a nice body kick.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Terrell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Terrell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lermontov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Terrell swinging wildly here.
Terrell throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Terrell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Terrell scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Terrell tries to land a front kick but Lermontov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov looks for the body kick but Terrell saw that one coming.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Nice shot by Terrell.#CL2#
Lermontov clinches. #T1#
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Terrell just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Terrell walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lermontov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Terrell connects with a body shot that sends Lermontov's belly button to the back.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Terrell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Terrell scores with a spinning back kick!
A left and a right from Terrell both land. Nice combination.
Terrell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
As Lermontov tries to get set, Terrell tries to push him back and clinch up but Lermontov manages to avoid the attempt.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Terrell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Terrell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lermontov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lermontov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Terrell connects with a single shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Terrell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Lermontov blocks the leg kick.
Lermontov connects with a jab.
Terrell is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Terrell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Terrell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Lermontov lands with a slapping head kick.
Phillip Terrell is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Terrell.
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Terrell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Terrell looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Terrell smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lermontov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Terrell looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Terrell.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Terrell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lermontov doesn't seem bothered though.
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Terrell tried to counter with a leg kick but Lermontov avoided it.
Terrell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a left hand #CL#
and Terrell holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lermontov jumps guard but Terrell stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Phillip Terrell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Terrell holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lermontov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Terrell.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Terrell has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Terrell lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Terrell won't allow it.
Lermontov jumps guard but Terrell stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Terrell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Terrell throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head.
Terrell has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lermontov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Terrell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Terrell walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Terrell throws a series of punches but Lermontov moves out of range.
Terrell misses with a body shot.
Lermontov throws out a counter right but Terrell avoids it with no problem.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Terrell is avoiding it.
Terrell has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lermontov.
Terrell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov blocks the body kick.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Terrell is avoiding it.
Lermontov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Lermontov rushes Terrell and presses him up against the cage.
Terrell scores with a hook to the body.#TD2#
Lermontov manages to pull guard. #T4#
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!#SUB2#
Lermontov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Terrell escapes and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lermontov tries to bench press Terrell off him but Terrell keeps the position.
Terrell controlling from side mount.
You can see the frustration on Lermontov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Terrell just content to control the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov tries to buck Terrell off but Terrell is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phillip Terrell 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#
Terrell tries to land a body kick
and Lermontov counters with a good low kick that Terrell was not able to check.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Terrell moved away.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Terrell scores with a leg kick.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Terrell is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Lermontov.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Terrell moves away.
Terrell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Terrell takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lermontov tries to clinch
and Terrell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Terrell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A good leg kick by Terrell.
Terrell lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Terrell tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Terrell blocks a low kick nicely.
Terrell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Terrell ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Terrell saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Terrell.
Terrell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Terrell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Terrell cracks Lermontov with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Terrell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov walks into a stiff left hand from Terrell.
Terrell swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Nice uppercut there from Terrell.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Terrell is having none of it.
Terrell is looking to counter the offense by Lermontov and move into the clinch.#CL2#
Lermontov pushes Terrell up against the cage in a clinch.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Terrell holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Terrell pushes Lermontov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Terrell can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
Terrell pushes Lermontov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Terrell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Terrell.
Terrell misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Terrell.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Terrell just stands there and leans against the cage.
Terrell struggles to land a body shot inside as Lermontov controls his hands. #T2#
Terrell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Terrell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Terrell won't allow it.
Phillip Terrell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Terrell won't allow it. #TD2#
Lermontov manages to pull guard.
Fiyero Lermontov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Terrell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lermontov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Terrell controls the pace.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Lermontov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Terrell has passed into half guard! #T3#
Well, if Terrell 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. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Terrell pushes past his half guard into mount!
Lermontov tries to hold on but Terrell pushes him away.
Terrell prevents Lermontov from getting the reversal.
Lermontov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T4#
Terrell keeping full guard, as Lermontov tries to pass.
Lermontov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Terrell wants to control but Lermontov postures up.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Terrell knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Lermontov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

And that's the end of the fight!
Phillip Terrell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Terrell has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phillip Terrell!
Phillip Terrell decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C84: Alyoshin vs. McDonald
Date: Feb 06, 2022

#R1##CL#
Lermontov instigates a clinch.
Hlervu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Good body shot from Hlervu. #TD#
Lermontov jumps guard. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle here but Hlervu uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Hlervu controlling the position from side mount.
Hlervu working away.
Hlervu controlling the position from side mount.
Lermontov is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hlervu off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Hlervu preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lermontov.
You can see the frustration on Hlervu's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #T1##SUB#
Hlervu defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hlervu trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Lermontov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hlervu tries to break free. #SUB#
Lermontov has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hlervu has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Hlervu breaks Lermontov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB#
Hlervu lying in Lermontov's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Lermontov decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Hlervu taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: C82: Steve vs. Marceau
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
Lermontov throws a jab when Joteel was well out of range.
Lermontov backing away here, and Joteel unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Joteel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Joteel takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Joteel throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Lermontov clinches up with Joteel and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Joteel manages to break the clinch.
Joteel scores with a jab to the jaw.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Randall's Top Team in the buildup to the fight.
Jab by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov wants to clinch.
Lermontov throws a right hand that Joteel ducks under and follows up with a left that Joteel also avoids with ease.
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!
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Joteel is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lermontov with a body shot.
Lermontov blocks a leg kick.
Joteel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Joteel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Joteel tries to score with a low kick but Lermontov moves his leg out of the way.
Nice defenses there by Joteel.
Joteel walks into a stiff left hand from Lermontov.
Joteel has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Lermontov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Joteel slips a jab and a cross from Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joteel tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Joteel tries to keep at a distance but Lermontov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Joteel to keep the fight standing.
Joteel misses with the head strike.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Joteel just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Joteel has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Joteel lands a body shot in the clinch.
Good body shot from Joteel.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Joteel.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joteel pushes Lermontov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Joteel fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Joteel smiles and moves away.
Lermontov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Joteel will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A looping hook to the body misses from Joteel. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Joteel's head but Joteel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Joteel follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Joteel moves out of range of the strikes.
Joteel follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Joteel counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lermontov thinking.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Joteel slips the punch.
Joteel misses with a body kick.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Joteel manages to avoid it.#T3#
That kick from Lermontov tenderised Joteel's leg. Joteel is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Joteel connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
Joteel uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Joteel jabs Lermontov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lermontov swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Joteel to counter with a crisp jab.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Joteel on the side of the head.
Joteel throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Joteel chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lermontov can pounce on him.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Joteel is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lermontov is looking to chop away at Joteel's legs.
Joteel on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lermontov's corner calls for a 1-2. Lermontov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joteel takes one on the button.
Joteel defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand.
Joteel feints a counter leg kick.#T4#
Joteel ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A good leg kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov moves out of range of the leg kick from Joteel.
Joteel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Joteel bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lermontov's head backwards.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jab, jab by Lermontov - just one landing.
Joteel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joteel misses with a wild combination.
Joteel misses with a kick to the body.
Lermontov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Some bone on bone action there as Lermontov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Joteel explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lermontov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The crowd cheers as Lermontov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Joteel doesn't seem phased though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lermontov throws a right and a left that Joteel avoids nicely.
Joteel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Joteel looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Joteel avoids the punch easily.
Joteel throws a head kick that misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lermontov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Joteel throws a body kick that misses.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Joteel.
Joteel throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Joteel uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Joteel. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Lermontov manages to pull guard. #T1#
Joteel controlling from the top position.
Joteel stopping the sweep attempt from Lermontov.
Joteel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lermontov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Joteel trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lermontov's guard.#SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Joteel defends well.#SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Joteel defends it easily.
Joteel showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Joteel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lermontov is keeping the position for now.
Lermontov working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Joteel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Joteel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Joteel got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Joteel has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Joteel trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Joteel throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lermontov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Joteel defends easily. #SUB#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Joteel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Joteel throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Joteel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Joteel trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Lermontov looking to control. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Joteel advances position into side control!
Joteel 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.
Joteel is putting a hurting on Lermontov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
Joteel moves into full mount!
Lermontov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Joteel moved out of range.
Joteel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Joteel is out of range and Lermontov settles back down.
Joteel takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Joteel scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Joteel moves out of range.
Joteel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov tries to land a front kick but Joteel steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Joteel gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov moves out of range as Joteel strikes.
Lermontov cracks Joteel with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lermontov throws a right hand that misses #KD2#
and Joteel counters with a crisp right hand that drops Lermontov! Joteel lets Lermontov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Lermontov 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!
A nice leg kick lands there from Joteel.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Lermontov lands with an overhand left.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Joteel swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch but Joteel swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fighters circle, before Joteel throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Lermontov's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Joteel lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Jacque Joteel!
Jacque Joteel is the new lightweight champion!
Jacque Joteel spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: C79: Po vs. Steve II
Date: Dec 31, 2021

#R1#
Knox missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Knox counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lermontov throws a hook but Knox avoids it easily.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Knox ducks down to avoid it.
Knox was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Knox misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Knox lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Knox lands a slapping body shot.
Knox slips a jab from Lermontov.
A quick step to the side and Knox tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Knox ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov misses with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a few strikes there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.#T1#
Lermontov misses with a hook. Knox ducked under it nicely.
Knox keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Knox appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lermontov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov connects with a single shot there.
Knox staying out of range there.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov works Knox's body with a nice hook.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Knox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Knox throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Knox throws a nice looking combination but Lermontov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Knox throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Knox moves away and avoids it.
Knox moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Knox ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Knox is able to avoid easily.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knox.
A counter left hand to the body from Knox misses its target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Knox. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Knox moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.#T2#
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov throws a front kick that sends Knox stumbling back into the cage.
Knox misses with a looping left.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
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!
Lermontov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from Knox.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Knox, as that shot connected.
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Knox.
A quick step to the side and Knox tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Decent striking displayed by Knox there.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Knox counters with a straight right hand.
Knox looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Knox slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Jab, jab by Lermontov - just one landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov lands with an uppercut that bounces Knox off the cage and back into range.
Knox with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Knox counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Knox checks the leg kick.
Knox scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lermontov doesn't seem bothered though.
Knox moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Knox slips the punch.
Knox throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Knox is out of range.
Knox lands with a shot to the body.
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Knox appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Knox on the side of the head. #T4#
Lermontov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Knox walks into a stiff left hand from Lermontov.
Knox keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov scores with a one two! Knox had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lermontov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Knox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Knox backs up against the cage.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Knox throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Knox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Knox scores with a nice head shot.
Lermontov throws a head kick but Knox moves out of range.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Knox throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Knox throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov 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#
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Knox counters with a left and a right that stings Lermontov.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Knox closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Knox staying out of range there.
Knox swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Knox has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knox.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knox.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Knox sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Knox slips a jab and a cross from Lermontov.
A counter left hand to the body from Knox misses its target.
Knox ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lermontov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Knox backs up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov works the jab nicely.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Knox defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand.
Knox is looking to wear down Lermontov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Knox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Knox misses with an uppercut.
An inside leg kick from Lermontov misses.
Knox keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Knox tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lermontov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Knox.
Lermontov throws an off balance right hand
enabling Knox to counter with a crisp jab.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Knox blocks a jab.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming.
Knox lands with a hook. Lermontov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox lands with a right hand.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Knox.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Lermontov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knox checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lermontov lands a nice shot that snaps Knox's head back.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Knox takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Knox blocks a head kick by Lermontov.
Knox tries to close the distance and clinch but Lermontov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Knox lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lermontov defending well as Knox loads up on a big left hand.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Knox throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Knox dodges the punch combination from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a leg kick
and Knox counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knox.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Knox has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Knox there as he acknowledges the shot.
Knox slips under a jab.
Lermontov's corner calls for a 1-2. Lermontov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Knox counters with a nice body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Knox might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Knox circles away quickly and effectively.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knox.
Knox takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A big left from Knox misses.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Knox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Knox avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with the combination.
Knox slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Knox avoids the punch easily.
Knox throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Knox digs a good body shot into Lermontov's ribs.#T4#
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Knox slips a jab from Lermontov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov tried to score with a low kick but Knox checks it.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox.
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox cracks Lermontov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Knox tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lermontov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Knox.
Lermontov throws a hook but Knox avoids it easily.
Knox throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov walks into a straight right hand from Knox.
Knox ducks right into an uppercut from Lermontov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov throws a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Knox has time to react.
Lermontov misses with a leg kick
enabling Knox to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Knox misses.
Knox misses with a wild body shot.
Knox misses the jab.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Knox is out of range.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Knox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Knox scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Knox moved out of range nicely.
Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Knox throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Lermontov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Knox.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Knox tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lermontov manages to circle out of the way.
Lermontov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lermontov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lermontov throws a right hand that Knox ducks under and follows up with a left that Knox also avoids with ease.
Lermontov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knox misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov misses with a few strikes there.
Lermontov slips a jab from Knox.
Knox misses with a straight left.
Knox displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov throws a push kick but Knox slaps the foot to one side.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Knox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Knox looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Knox moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
Knox lands with a shot to the body.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Knox was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Knox moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Knox throws a right hand that Lermontov ducks under and follows up with a left that Lermontov also avoids with ease.
Lermontov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Knox swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
That kick from Lermontov tenderised Knox's leg. Knox is trying to keep his angry face on.
Knox staying out of range there.
A big left from Knox misses.
Lermontov misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Knox on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knox moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lermontov throws a hook but Knox blocks it.
Lermontov moves out of range as Knox strikes.#T3#
Knox throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Knox is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lermontov cracks Knox with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Knox checks a leg kick.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Knox checks a leg kick.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Lermontov moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
and Knox counters with a stiff right hand.
Lermontov throws a low kick but Knox avoids it.
Knox throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Knox missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Knox throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
Lermontov staying out of range there.#CL#
Knox closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Lermontov decides to pull guard. #T4##SUB2#
Lermontov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Knox working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lermontov's head.
Knox postures up and lands a big shot to Lermontov's brow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov looking for a sweep. Not yet Lermontov, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Knox showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Knox won't allow Lermontov to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Knox gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Fiyero Lermontov just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
A big right from Lermontov misses.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
A combination from Lermontov does no damage.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
and Knox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Knox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Knox takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Knox moved out of range nicely.
Knox wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Knox misses with a straight left.
Knox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Knox's corner calls for a 1-2. Knox obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov throws a hook but Knox blocks it.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Knox takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Knox takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox misses with a two punch combination.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
Knox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Knox tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lermontov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Knox.
Lermontov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Knox.
Nice defenses there by Knox.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Knox counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Knox slips the punch.
Lermontov lands a really nice looking cross but Knox seems unphased.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Lermontov misses with a head kick. #T2#
Knox paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lermontov lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov jabs at Knox's body.
Knox throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knox.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Knox.
A big right from Knox misses.
Knox jabs Lermontov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A jab from Knox misses.
Lermontov throws a sloppy head kick and Knox moves out of range easily.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Knox moves out of range of the strikes.
Knox avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Knox just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Nice shot lands for Knox.
Jab by Knox.
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Knox.
Knox lands a glancing blow to the side of Lermontov's head.
Knox scores with a decent looking hook.
Knox moves out of range of the body kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Knox checks it well.
Knox is looking to counter punch.
Lermontov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lermontov.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox scores with a nice head shot.
Knox throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
A cross from Knox lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Knox slips under a jab.
Lermontov lands with a straight right. Knox didn't see that one coming.
Lermontov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Knox ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Knox lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lermontov doesn't seem phased though.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Knox ducked under it nicely.
Knox wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Knox's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Knox scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Lermontov misses with a leg kick
and Knox counters with a right hand to the body.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knox.
Lermontov throws a series of strikes that have Knox backpedaling.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knox checks a leg kick.
Knox lands with an overhand left.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Aramis Knox will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Knox moves out of range of the strikes.
Knox uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov swings widly with a right hand
and Knox makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
Knox takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with a double jab.
Knox staying out of range there.
Knox was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.
Knox throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Knox scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Knox connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lermontov momentarily. #T1#
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Knox moved out of range.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Knox.
Knox uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lermontov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Knox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Knox misses with a straight right.
Knox misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Knox connects with a body shot that sends Lermontov's belly button to the back.
Lermontov misses with a double jab.
Lermontov lands a head shot.
Knox scores with a punch to the head.#T2#
Knox ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Knox is out of range.
Knox throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Knox lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Knox checks a low kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a combination that misses
and Knox counters with a stiff right hand.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Knox showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lermontov.
Knox lands a jab to the nose.
Knox loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
Lermontov misses with a double jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lermontov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Nice shot by Knox.
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Knox moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A punch lands to the side of Lermontov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Knox throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Knox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.#T4#
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Knox digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
Knox checks a low kick from Lermontov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Knox is able to avoid easily.
Aramis Knox has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Knox connects with a right hand. Lermontov shakes it off.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Knox. Knox circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Knox lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Knox lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lermontov tries to score with a low kick but Knox moves his leg out of the way.
A decent looking cross lands there for Knox.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
Knox tries to clinch there but Lermontov circles away.
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knox.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Aramis Knox.
I think Lermontov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov is the new lightweight champion!
Fiyero Lermontov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Aramis Knox had this to say: '"If you haven't lost in this sport, you haven't fought the right guys yet." (Matt Hughes) '.

Event: C74: Ahma vs. Lermontov
Date: Nov 27, 2021

#R1#
Ahma lands a jab.
A good leg kick by Ahma.
Ahma misses with a low kick.
Ahma throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ahma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ahma connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Ahma.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Ahma loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ahma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
We've been informed that Lermontov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Ahma.
Ahma rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lermontov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ahma lands a body shot.
Lermontov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Ahma throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Ahma tries a head kick but it misses.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Ahma connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#KD2#
Lermontov catches Ahma napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Ahma to the canvas! #ROC2#Ahma is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Verneri Ahma has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ahma pulls Lermontov in close to prevent any damage.
Ahma keeping moving, preventing Lermontov from controlling successfully.
Lermontov looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Ahma controlling the position.
Lermontov trying to control but Ahma is working from the bottom.
Lermontov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ahma is keeping the position for now.
Lermontov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lermontov wants to control from the top but Ahma keeps moving.
Lermontov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ahma is keeping the position for now.
Lermontov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ahma throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ahma moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
A head kick by Ahma misses #KD2#
and Lermontov counters with a right hand that sends Ahma tumbling to the canvas! Can Lermontov finish him? He dives into Ahma's guard looking to do just that!
Oh Ahma is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lermontov passes into half guard.
Ahma seems to have got his legs back now.
Lermontov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lermontov is stalling here. Ahma is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Lermontov seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ahma has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Verneri Ahma's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lermontov darts in trying to clinch
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lermontov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ahma misses the body punch #KD2#
and Lermontov counters with a big uppercut that knocks Ahma off his feet! Lermontov dives into side control looking to finish!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ahma has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Lermontov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lermontov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Lermontov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ahma keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lermontov tries to advance to mount but Ahma denies him. #SUB2#
Lermontov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ahma has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lermontov but great work by Ahma.
Ahma is looking to take a break and control but Lermontov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lermontov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2#
Ahma is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ahma landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep. Ahma is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lermontov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Ahma jumps into side control!
Lermontov manages to get back to half guard.
Ahma working Lermontov over with strikes.
Lermontov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fiyero Lermontov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Lermontov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lermontov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Ahma pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ahma doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ahma manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ahma wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for subs off his back but Ahma has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ahma pulls his head out easily. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
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. Ahma connects with a nice short shot to Lermontov's temple.
Ahma passes to full mount!
Lermontov is trying desperately to improve position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahma punishing his opponent with strikes.
Lermontov is squirming around, avoiding Ahma's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Verneri Ahma's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Ahma rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Lermontov to counter with a crisp jab.
Ahma moves forwards but Lermontov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ahma misses with a low kick.
Lermontov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Verneri Ahma has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ahma throws an off balance right hand #KD2#
and Lermontov lands a stunning uppercut that sends Ahma to the mat!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov works his way into full mount! #SUB2#
Lermontov jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ahma is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ahma and Lermontov has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #T1##SUB2#
Lermontov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ahma, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Lermontov swings around for an armbar but Ahma sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lermontov's guard.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Ahma defends easily.
Ahma has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ahma trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Lermontov wants to improve his position but instead Ahma has moved into half guard.
Lermontov is trying to get back to full guard.
Lermontov is trying to control but can't.
Ahma prevents Lermontov from improving his position.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ahma takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Lermontov is pressing down on Ahma's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ahma is in close to Lermontov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ahma stopping the sweep attempt from Lermontov.#SUB2#
Lermontov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ahma escapes and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lermontov is not content to let Ahma control the position.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Check out the look on Ahma's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ahma working away.
Lermontov is not content to let Ahma control the position.
Lermontov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ahma working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Lermontov tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahma 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.
Ahma lands a nice forearm strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fiyero Lermontov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lermontov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: C69: McNasty vs. Gee
Date: Oct 23, 2021

#R1#
White Jr throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
White Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
White Jr misses with an uppercut
and Lermontov counters with a left right combination that sends White Jr crashing to the mat - Lermontov wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding White Jr out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!
A less than humble Fiyero Lermontov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Bruce White Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back!'.

Event: C64: Muller vs. Alyoshin
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Hlervu.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hlervu.
Hlervu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lermontov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hlervu checks it well.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Hlervu is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hlervu misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hlervu stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hlervu punishes Lermontov's body with a nice straight punch.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Hlervu avoids them all with ease.
Hlervu lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lermontov moves out of range as Hlervu throws a body kick.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Hlervu is having none of it.
Lermontov moves out of range as Hlervu strikes.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hlervu.
Hlervu throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Hlervu looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hlervu slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Hlervu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hlervu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hlervu slips a jab from Lermontov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hlervu slips a jab and a cross from Lermontov.
Hlervu swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range. #T1#
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An inside leg kick from Hlervu misses.
Hlervu has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lermontov finds it's way round the side to connect with Hlervu's head.
Lermontov scores with a punch to the head.
Hlervu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hlervu tries to bum rush Lermontov with a series of wild strikes but Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hlervu swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
A head kick misses from Hlervu.
Lermontov throws out a powerful jab.
The fighters circling - Hlervu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hlervu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Hlervu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hlervu moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Hlervu throws a counter high kick but Lermontov was just alert enough to avoid it.#CL2#
Lermontov closes the distance and pushes Hlervu back into the cage.
Hlervu working aggressively here.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Hlervu won't allow it.
A right hook to the body lands for Hlervu.
Hlervu misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Hlervu fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Hlervu won't allow it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hlervu. #T2#
Hlervu lands with a light punch inside.
Hlervu lands a body shot.
Hlervu tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hlervu.
Hlervu digs a right hand underneath Lermontov's ribcage. Lermontov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hlervu swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hlervu to keep the fight standing.
We've been informed that Lermontov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Braynas Hlervu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Lermontov gets control of Hlervu's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lermontov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lermontov working for submissions but it's allowed Hlervu to get to half guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SU#
Hlervu stands up from half guard.
Hlervu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T3#
Hlervu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lermontov to score with a decent uppercut.
Hlervu feints and then cracks Lermontov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lermontov down.
Hlervu fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lermontov checks it well.
Hlervu slips a jab from Lermontov.#CL2#
Lermontov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lermontov managing to block the knees to the body from Hlervu.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hlervu walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Hlervu counters with a nice leg kick.
Lermontov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hlervu does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Hlervu is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Lermontov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Lermontov cracks Hlervu with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hlervu.
Lermontov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hlervu.
Hlervu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hlervu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Hlervu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hlervu tries to land a leg kick but Lermontov saw it coming and moves away.
Hlervu with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.#T4#
Hlervu just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.#CL2#
Lermontov rushes Hlervu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Lermontov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Lermontov closes the distance and pushes Hlervu back into the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hlervu just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hlervu.
Hlervu blocking some punches.
Lermontov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hlervu backwards.
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hlervu smiles and moves away.
Hlervu just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hlervu finds it's way round the side to connect with Lermontov's head.
Hlervu throws a push kick but Lermontov slaps the foot to one side.
Lermontov wants to clinch up but Hlervu keeps it at a distance.
Hlervu is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hlervu misses with a straight right.
Lermontov wants to clinch up but Hlervu keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Hlervu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Hlervu moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov dips to his left and cracks Hlervu with an uppercut!
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hlervu missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hlervu connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lermontov. Lermontov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Braynas Hlervu dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lermontov tries to clinch up
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hlervu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Hlervu gets tackled into the cage by Lermontov. Lermontov maintains the clinch.
Hlervu swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Lermontov pulls guard successfully. #SU#
Hlervu stands and steps away. Lermontov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Hlervu throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Hlervu is having none of it.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
A nice leg kick lands there from Lermontov. #CL2#
Lermontov rushes Hlervu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Hlervu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lermontov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hlervu loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
Hlervu checks the leg kick.
Lermontov dips to his left and cracks Hlervu with an uppercut!
Braynas Hlervu is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Lermontov takes the fight into the clinch. #T1#
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Hlervu holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Braynas Hlervu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hlervu working aggressively here.
Hlervu has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov. #TD2#
Lermontov manages to pull guard.
Hlervu tries to stand but Lermontov is controlling from the bottom.
Lermontov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU#
Hlervu stands up from guard. Let's bang!
A looping hook to the body misses from Hlervu. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Hlervu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHlervu.#CL#
Hlervu closes the distance and clinches.
Hlervu tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hlervu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hlervu just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hlervu walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Braynas Hlervu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Hlervu just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hlervu is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lermontov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hlervu has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hlervu and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hlervu is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Hlervu throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hlervu is looking to chop away at Lermontov's legs.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Hlervu.
Hlervu punishes Lermontov's body with a nice straight punch.
Lermontov throws a wild body kick that Hlervu sees coming a mile off.
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!
Hlervu misses with a looping right.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Hlervu paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hlervu.
Hlervu looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Hlervu throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.
Hlervu connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov slips a jab from Hlervu.
Lermontov lands with a hook. Hlervu tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hlervu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Hlervu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lermontov tries to bum rush Hlervu with a series of wild strikes but Hlervu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hlervu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lermontov wants to clinch.#T3##CL2#
Lermontov clinches with his opponent.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hlervu just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hlervu just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nice body punch from Hlervu.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Hlervu. #TD2#
Lermontov jumps guard.
Lermontov is breathing heavily.
Hlervu trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Lermontov trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hlervu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass. #T4#
Hlervu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hlervu doesn't defend quickly enough and Lermontov has managed to lock this one up! Can Hlervu escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Lermontov on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fiyero Lermontov!
After the fight, Fiyero Lermontov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: C60: Alyoshin vs. Kocak
Date: Sep 04, 2021

#R1#
Knox misses with a wild combination.
Lermontov takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses.
Knox looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov walks into a jab.
Knox keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Knox keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #CL#
Lermontov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Knox breaks the clinch.
Lermontov throws out a leg kick but Knox moves out of range and Lermontov only half commits.
Knox tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Knox throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Lermontov has managed to clinch. #TD#
Lermontov jumps guard and drags Knox to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Knox must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Knox postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lermontov wants to sweep here but Knox controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Lermontov has his foot on Knox's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Knox works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lermontov looking for a sweep. Not yet Lermontov, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knox with a nice head shot there.
Knox stopping the sweep attempt from Lermontov.
Knox scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Knox got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Knox has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Knox defends it easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Lermontov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Knox lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Lermontov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Knox escapes and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lermontov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Lermontov is trying to control Knox's posture but Knox avoids it.
Lermontov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lermontov taking some punishment here, with Knox in his half guard.
Lermontov trying to control here.
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. Knox connects with a nice short shot to Lermontov's temple. #T3#
Lermontov is trying to get back to full guard.
Knox scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Lermontov tries to get to full guard but Knox has control of the leg. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Knox pulls his head out easily.
Lermontov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Knox's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Knox's back!
Lermontov avoiding Knox 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for the choke from the back position but Knox is controlling his hands well.
Lermontov gets his hands free as Knox looks to control. #SUB#
Lermontov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #T4#
Knox trying to control the hands but Lermontov won't let him. #SUB#
Lermontov working for the choke. #SUB#
Knox fending off the submission attempt from Lermontov.
Knox trying to control the action but Lermontov just sinks the hooks in.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lermontov is looking for the choke from the back position but Knox is controlling his hands well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Knox was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Knox takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Knox throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Knox avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Knox misses with a looping left.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Knox's head.
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Knox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov tries to clinch
and Knox counters with a left to the body.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming.
Knox swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Knox moves away and avoids it.
Knox is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lermontov with a body shot.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Knox counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Knox on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Knox misses with a looping right.
Lermontov throws a right hand that misses
and Knox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov swings for the body but Knox moves out of range.
Knox looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Knox scores with a nice strike.
Knox scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Knox throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Knox throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Knox scores with a jab.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Knox is having none of it.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch but Knox swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lermontov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Knox lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lermontov at a distance.
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Lermontov pushes Knox up against the cage in a clinch.
Knox tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Knox throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head.
Lermontov jumps guard but Knox stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Knox fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Knox holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Knox lands a body shot.
Knox looking to stall. #TD#
Lermontov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lermontov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Lermontov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Knox has passed into half guard!
Knox trying to control the action but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Fiyero Lermontov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Knox tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lermontov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Knox working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T3#
Knox is trying to control the action in half guard but Lermontov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Knox tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lermontov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Knox takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.
Knox drops an elbow to the side of Lermontov's head. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.
Lermontov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Knox's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Knox's back!#T4##SUB#
Lermontov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Knox is defending well though. Lermontov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Knox defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Lermontov's arms. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a rear naked choke here but Knox reverses the position brilliantly into Lermontov's guard!
Knox working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lermontov's head.
Knox cracks Lermontov with a solid left hand.
Knox preventing the sweep.
Knox trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aramis Knox showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Lermontov moves in looking to clinch but Knox pushes him off.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses.
Lermontov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Knox throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lermontov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Good shot there by Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a nice strike.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Knox slips the punch.
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Knox connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov is looking to clinch.
Lermontov slips a jab from Knox.
Knox misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Knox takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
Knox moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov jabs Knox right on the nose. Knox blinks but takes it well.
Knox lands a nice hook to Lermontov's body. Lermontov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
A big right from Knox misses.
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Knox connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov jabs at Knox's body.
Lermontov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov scores with a nice head shot.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Knox takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Knox lands a jab to the head.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Knox counters with a straight right hand.
Knox looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Knox.
Knox connects with a body shot.
Lermontov moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Lermontov works the jab nicely.
Knox staying out of range there.
Knox avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Knox checks it.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Knox looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Knox.
Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox.
Knox bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lermontov's head backwards.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Knox displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Knox lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Knox throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Lermontov rushes Knox and presses him up against the cage.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Knox holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Knox has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Knox won't allow it.
Knox softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Knox slowing the pace effectively.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Knox just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Knox breaks from the clinch.
Knox misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Aramis Knox seems to be getting the better of the standup.
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!
Knox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Knox is avoiding it.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Knox moves away and avoids it.
Nice uppercut there from Lermontov.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with a head kick.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Knox jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Aramis Knox.
I think Knox has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Aramis Knox!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Aramis Knox waved his t-shirt featuring PWNAGE's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: C55: Garcia vs. Marinov
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Honey.
Nice shot by Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Honey.
We've been informed that Lermontov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. Honey should have avoided that one.
Lermontov lands a leg kick that knocks Honey off balance momentarily.
Honey throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
Lermontov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Lermontov pulls guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Honey stays in close to Lermontov's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Lermontov working for submissions but it's allowed Honey to get to half guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Honey pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Honey takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Honey prevents Lermontov from improving his position.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Honey pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lermontov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Honey escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Honey!
Lermontov is looking to regain half guard here but Honey keeps moving and retains side control.
Lermontov struggling a bit here.#T3#
Lermontov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Honey wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Honey controls the position from side control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Honey rushes Lermontov and presses him up against the cage.
Lermontov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Honeys head.
Lermontov misses with some punches. #TD2#
Lermontov manages to pull guard.
Honey is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Honey wants to pass the guard but Lermontov is keeping the position.#T4#
Honey postures up.
Honey is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Alpha Brasil that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Lermontov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Honey has passed into half guard!
Lermontov trying to control here.
Honey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lermontov keeps working.
Lermontov is trying is best to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Honey performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Honey throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Honey connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
Honey looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.#CL2#
Lermontov drives through and clinches with Honey against the cage.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Honey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Honey to keep the fight standing.
Hugh Honey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Honey stalling in the clinch but Lermontov improves position.
Honey lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lermontov jumps guard but Honey turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Honey trying to control the position but instead, Lermontov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Honey into the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Honey just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Honey misses with some punches.
Honey is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Honey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
A left hand lands to the body for Honey.
Honey working aggressively here.
Honey misses with some punches.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Honey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Honey has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov.
Honey misses with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Honey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Honey lands a nice looking body shot.
Honey misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Decent striking displayed by Honey there.
Honey tries to clinch there but Lermontov circles away.
Honey looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Honey.
Honey smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC#Lermontov is rocked!
Honey avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Honey wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Honey scores with a nice head shot.
Lermontov is still on wobbly legs! Can Honey finish him?
Honey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lermontov can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Honey throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lermontov misses with the combination.
It looked like Honey wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lermontov seems to have recovered his senses.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Honey looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lermontov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Honey rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lermontov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Honey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov pushes Honey away with a front kick.
Honey throws a shot to the body.
Honey scores with the left hand. Lermontov knows he should have avoided that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Honey. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Honey takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Honey.
Honey takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
Honey is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Honey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A good leg kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov moves out of range as Honey strikes.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Honey is having none of it. #CL#
Lermontov tries to keep at a distance but Honey has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lermontov being controlled against the cage.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Honey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Honey.
Honey has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov. #BC#
Honey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Honey stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov clobbers Honey with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jab by Honey.
The crowd cheers as Lermontov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Honey doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Honey closes the distance but Lermontov moves to the side
and Lermontov counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Honey thuds his right hand into Lermontov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lermontov keeps the fight on the outside.
Honey looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Hugh Honey is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Honey.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lermontov slips a jab and a cross from Honey.
Some wild striking there from Honey.
Honey slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Honey takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Honey tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lermontov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lermontov swings for the body but Honey moves out of range.
Honey walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hugh Honey dominated that second round.
That's time! Honey's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Honey misses with a left hand
and Lermontov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Honey is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Honey misses with a body shot.
Lermontov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Honey misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Honey. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov misses with a head kick.
Honey looks to clinch
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov misses with a hook
letting Honey counter with a right hand.
A slow jab from Honey misses its intended target.
Lermontov keeps the fight on the outside.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Honey fails with an attempt to clinch.
Honey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lermontov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Honey takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A slow jab from Honey misses its intended target.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circling - Honey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Honey to keep the fight standing.
Lermontov tries a body shot but Honey blocks it.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey won't allow it.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Honey just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hugh Honey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Lermontov jumps guard but Honey stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Honey misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov blocks a body shot from Honey.
Honey misses with some punches.
Honey tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Honey lands with a short shot to the head.
Lermontov jumps guard but Honey turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Honey has him pressed against the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Honey tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it.
Honey working aggressively here. #T2#
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Honey to keep the fight standing.
Honey tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lermontov's elbow.
Honey lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Honey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Honey looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Honey scores with a shoulder strike.
Honey working aggressively here.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Honey fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov jumps guard but Honey stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Lermontov pulls Honey into guard.
Honey controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Lermontov has an active guard here but Honey has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Honey pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Lermontov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lermontov looking to control but Honey passes into half guard.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lermontov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Honey passes into half guard. #T4#
Lermontov trying to hold on to Honey's head to control him but Honey postures up. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Honey passes into side control!
Honey just content to control the position.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
Lermontov keeps trying to improve his position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hugh Honey showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Honey 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hugh Honey!
Hugh Honey decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: C51: Al Jhit vs. Lermontov
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1##TD#
Al Jhit feints and as Lermontov raises his hands in defense, Al Jhit changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lermontov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Al Jhit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lermontov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Al Jhit trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Al Jhit avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Jhit lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Al Jhit stays in close to Lermontov's body and controls the position.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Al Jhit tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lermontov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Al Jhit stacks Lermontov 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 Al Jhit!
Lermontov gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Lermontov tries to get to full guard but Al Jhit has control of the leg.
Al Jhit 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.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Al Jhit wants to control but Lermontov is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Lermontov has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Al Jhit. Oh but Lermontov has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Al Jhit goes limp - he's gone! Lermontov jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Fiyero Lermontov!
In his post fight interview, Fiyero Lermontov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: C44: Zan vs. Severini 2
Date: Jun 19, 2021

#R1#
Jab by Hakekia.
Hakekia keeps the fight on the outside.
Hakekia scores with the left hand. Lermontov knows he should have avoided that one.
Lermontov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hakekia. That's going to slow Lermontov down.
Lermontov blocks a leg kick.
Hakekia misses with a body kick.
Lermontov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hakekia with a body shot.
Hakekia buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice body punch from Hakekia.
Hakekia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Good exchange - Hakekia coming out on top.
Lermontov walks into a stiff left hand from Hakekia.
Alika Hakekia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hakekia misses with a left hand
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Alika Hakekia has been cut.#T1#
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses.
Hakekia throws a leg kick which misses Lermontov's front leg but catches the back leg as Lermontov tries to avoid it.
Hakekia buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lermontov slips a jab from Hakekia.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hakekia looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hakekia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hakekia moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hakekia misses with a lunging right hand
and Lermontov counters with a straight right hand.
Hakekia lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hakekia falls off balance throwing a combination
and Lermontov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hakekia scores with a nice body kick. #T2#
Hakekia connects with a high 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!
Hakekia scores with a leg kick.
Hakekia misses with a low kick.
Hakekia uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hakekia throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lermontov counters with a straight right hand.
Hakekia misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hakekia goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lermontov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lermontov wants to counter with a clinch but Hakekia pushes him away.
Hakekia throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hakekia tries a head kick but it misses.
Lermontov flicks out a counter leg kick but Hakekia steps away.#T3#
Lermontov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hakekia misses with a right hand
and Hakekia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hakekia misses with a looping right.
Lermontov throws a counter combo.
Hakekia misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lermontov counters with a nice leg kick.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hakekia.
Hakekia lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Hakekia.
Hakekia misses with an uppercut #KD2#
and Lermontov counters with a beautiful punch that sends Hakekia to the canvas! #ROC2#Hakekia is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hakekia swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Oh Hakekia is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Lermontov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hakekia is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hakekia has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Hakekia seems to have got his legs back now.
Hakekia stopping the sweep attempt from Lermontov.#T4##SUB2#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle here but Hakekia uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Lermontov is trying to work for a sweep but Hakekia has mounted him!
Hakekia controlling his opponent.
Lermontov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alika Hakekia dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alika Hakekia's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hakekia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hakekia fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lermontov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hakekia.
Hakekia scores with a hook to the body. Lermontov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hakekia throws a head kick that misses.
Lermontov tries to counter with a clinch but Hakekia shakes him off and moves away.
A solid body kick from Hakekia.
Lermontov throws a hook but Hakekia blocks it.
Hakekia thuds his right hand into Lermontov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lermontov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Hakekia is out of range.
Hakekia looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Hakekia connects with a crisp jab.
Hakekia throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov is looking for the big counter here.
Hakekia scores with a head kick. #T1#
Hakekia throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Hakekia.
Hakekia backing away here, and Lermontov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hakekia jabs Lermontov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alika Hakekia is winning the standup battle so far.
Hakekia misses with a hook to the body
and Lermontov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hakekia cracks Lermontov with a good jab.
Hakekia throws a low kick, looking for Lermontov's leg but Lermontov calmly moves out of range.
Lermontov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A low kick from Hakekia misses
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hakekia misses with a looping left.
Lermontov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Hakekia throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Hakekia misses with a body kick.
Lermontov wants to counter with a clinch but Hakekia pushes him away.
An inside leg kick lands from Hakekia. #T2#
Hakekia scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lermontov in his tracks.
Hakekia misses with a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as Lermontov blocks the leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hakekia scores with a decent looking hook.
Hakekia looks to throw a body kick
and Lermontov counters with a straight right hand.
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hakekia swings widly with a right hand
and Lermontov counters with a big right hand! Oh Hakekia is in trouble here! Lermontov follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Alika Hakekia was interviewed post fight and said 'Im Sorry '.

Event: C39: Steve vs. Jako
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1#
Honey closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lermontov works Honey's body with a nice hook.
Lermontov throws a hook but Honey blocks it.
Honey gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Honey swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Honey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Honey.
Honey staying out of range there.
Honey fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
Honey slips a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Honey manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Honey lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Honey jabs at Lermontov's body.
Lermontov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Honey has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Honey lands a lovely overhand right.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Honey misses with a wild combination.
Honey steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Honey is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Honey steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Honey looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Honey ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.#CL2#
Honey has closed the distance and engaged Lermontov in a clinch. #T1#
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Honey. #TD#
Lermontov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Honey uses from the top position.
Honey told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Honey pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Honey avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Honey controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Honey pushes his legs off easily. #T2##SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Honey defends it easily.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Honey can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lermontov wants to control but Honey passes easily into half guard. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Lermontov wants to control but Honey is keeping busy.
Lermontov wants to get back to full guard.
Lermontov is not content to let Honey control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lermontov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Honey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Honey has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Honey controls the pace.
Honey is pushing down on Lermontov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lermontov is fighting to maintain full guard but Honey has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lermontov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lermontov.#SUB#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Honey defends it easily.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Honey defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for subs off his back but Honey has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's time! Lermontov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Honey throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Honey's head backwards.
Honey misses with a hook.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Honey just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov cracks Honey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Honey tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Honey in his tracks. #CL#
Lermontov takes the fight into the clinch.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Honey. #TD#
Lermontov pulls guard. #SUB#
Lermontov working for a triangle but Honey defends it easily.
Honey preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU2#
Honey gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Honey walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Honey connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lermontov momentarily. #ROC2#Lermontov is rocked!
Honey tries to clinch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Honey misses with a hook
enabling Lermontov to counter with a crisp jab.
Honey scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Honey uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Honey throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A quick step to the side and Lermontov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Honey looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.
Honey drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Lermontov right on the button. Lermontov goes down! Honey follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Honey gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hugh Honey!
Hugh Honey was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: C33: Lydon vs. Umm
Date: May 01, 2021

#R1#
Darwin thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Lermontov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Darwin, pushing him back against the cage.
Lermontov jumps guard but Darwin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Darwin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Darwin tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Darwin back against the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Darwin just stands there and leans against the cage.
Charlie Darwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fiyero Lermontov.
Lermontov jumps guard but Darwin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Lermontov successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Lermontov has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Darwin doesn't defend quickly enough and Lermontov has managed to lock this one up! Can Darwin escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Lermontov on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Charlie Darwin spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm contemplating my future.. I don't think I have what it takes anymore. This might've been my last fight of my career. '.

Event: C26: Shamrock vs. Delisle
Date: Mar 28, 2021

#R1#
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Ahma throws a head kick that misses.
Lermontov 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.
Ahma misses with a body shot.
A clash of legs there as Lermontov blocks the low kick.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ahma cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ahma throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov keeps Ahma at a distance using the push kick.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ahma appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ahma lands with a straight right. Lermontov didn't see that one coming.
Ahma misses with a body shot.
Ahma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
A telegraphed right hand from Ahma misses the target.
Ahma uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov swings for the body but Ahma moves out of range.
Ahma looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov throws a push kick but Ahma slaps the foot to one side.
Lermontov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Ahma checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ahma with the inside leg kick. #T1##CL2#
Ahma closes the distance and clinches.
Ahma keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lermontov's efforts to push away.
Ahma lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ahma.
Ahma lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lermontov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ahma has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Lermontov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lermontov moves out of range of the body kick from Ahma.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov connects with a crisp jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ahma lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lermontov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lermontov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lermontov throws a hook but Ahma blocks it.
Ahma appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Ahma counters with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A solid body kick from Ahma.
Ahma looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Ahma looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses Ahma's front leg but catches the back leg as Ahma tries to avoid it. #T2#
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Ahma blocks a jab.
Ahma replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Lermontov blocks it well.
Ahma staying out of range there.
Ahma throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov scores with a punch to the head.
Ahma takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Ahma moved out of range nicely.
Ahma misses with a looping left.
Ahma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ahma.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov slips under a jab from Ahma.
Ahma scores with a punch to the head.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Ahma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ahma throws a chopping leg kick but Lermontov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lermontov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T3#
Ahma looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ahma misses with a looping right.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the body.
Ahma avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lermontov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand.
Ahma fakes the leg kick and cracks Lermontov in the body.
Ahma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ahma scores with a sloppy right hand. Lermontov should have avoided that one.
Ahma defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ahma has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ahma counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lermontov's knee momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ahma thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ahma chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lermontov can pounce on him.
Lermontov scores with a nice right hand.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. #T4#
Ahma slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Lermontov. Beautiful body shot.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ahma throws out the jab.
Ahma misses with a straight right.
Ahma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ahma lands with a right hand.
A lazy left from Lermontov finds it's target.
Lermontov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov tries to counter by clinching up but Ahma breaks away and moves out of range.
Ahma misses with a straight left.
A good leg kick by Ahma.
Ahma tries to land a leg kick but Lermontov saw it coming and moves away.
Lermontov lands with a shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lermontov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov moves out of range as Ahma strikes.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Ahma cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ahma takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice defenses there by Ahma.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ahma looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov cracks Ahma with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Ahma.
Ahma lands with an uppercut that bounces Lermontov off the cage and back into range.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Ahma throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Ahma lunges at Lermontov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lermontov's hand. #ROC2#Lermontov is rocked!
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Ahma slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jab, jab by Ahma - just one landing.
Ahma misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov clobbers Ahma with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ahma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Ahma counters with a thumping low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahma scores with a nice head shot.
Ahma throws a big shot that misses.
Ahma fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lermontov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ahma.
Lermontov scores with a jab. Ahma acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Lermontov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ahma bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.
Ahma takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Ahma throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lermontov tries to land a leg kick but Ahma saw it coming and moves away.
Lermontov cracks Ahma with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Ahma.
Lermontov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ahma.
Lermontov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ahma dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lermontov. That did some damage!
Ahma with a nice calf kick.
Ahma bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Ahma.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ahma manages to avoid it.
Good shot there by Ahma.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lermontov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ahma momentarily.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
Verneri Ahma has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ahma walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ahma throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Ahma was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ahma has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ahma has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a jab.
Ahma tries to clinch but Lermontov is having none of it.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ahma throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Ahma.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Ahma uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Ahma.
Ahma just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ahma is out of range and Lermontov settles back down.
It seemed like Ahma was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lermontov takes a swing at Ahma's ribcage but misses.
Ahma flicks out a counter leg kick but Lermontov steps away.
Lermontov scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Lermontov lands with an overhand left.
Lermontov scores with a spinning back kick!
Ahma throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Ahma throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lermontov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ahma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov checks the leg kick.
Ahma's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ahma scrambles back to his feet.
Ahma pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range and Ahma settles back down.
Ahma lands with an overhand left.
Lermontov throws a series of strikes that have Ahma backpedaling.
Ahma takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ahma slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ahma.
A punch lands to the side of Lermontov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ahma staying out of range there.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.#T4#
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ahma tries a head kick but it misses.
Ahma throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CL2#
Ahma closes the distance and clinches.
Ahma tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ahma prevents Lermontov from breaking the clinch.
Ahma goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Lermontov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ahma is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Lermontov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lermontov checks the leg kick nicely there.
A big left from Ahma misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ahma's hands.
Lermontov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Ahma was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ahma with the inside leg kick.
Ahma throws a head kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ahma has time to react.
Lermontov misses with a few strikes there.
A telegraphed right hand from Ahma misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Ahma misses the target.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Ahma steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ahma on the side of the head.
A jab from Ahma misses.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov connects with a crisp jab.
Lermontov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lermontov slips a jab from Ahma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahma avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ahma.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ahma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahma slips a straight right by Lermontov.
The crowd cheers as Lermontov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ahma doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ahma appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lermontov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ahma.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Ahma ducks down to avoid it.
Ahma looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws the kick towards the body but Ahma avoids it.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ahma.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Ahma slips the punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Ahma.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov sizes up Ahma with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Ahma swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Ahma to counter with a crisp jab.
Lermontov lands a right hook to the body.
Ahma loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ahma throws out the jab.
Lermontov lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lermontov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ahma has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a wild body kick that Ahma sees coming a mile off.
Lermontov keeps the fight on the outside.
Ahma circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Lermontov drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Ahma follows Lermontov to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Verneri Ahma!
During a confident post fight interview, Verneri Ahma thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: ENIGMA 6
Date: Feb 27, 2021

#R1#
Chaplin scores with a shot to the body.
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lermontov pushes Chaplin away with a front kick.
Chaplin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov thuds his right hand into Chaplin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Charlie Chaplin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chaplin.
Good work by Chaplin as he checks the leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Lermontov there.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov tests Chaplin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Chaplin is just out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Chaplin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Chaplin gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Chaplin throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Lermontov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Chaplin scores with a jab. Lermontov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lermontov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chaplin half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Chaplin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chaplin misses with a wild body shot.
A big left from Chaplin misses.
Chaplin misses with a hook.#T1#
Chaplin misses with a looping left.
Chaplin ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov tries to bum rush Chaplin with a series of wild strikes but Chaplin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Chaplin misses with a hook.
Decent striking displayed by Lermontov there.
Chaplin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lermontov's head backwards.
Chaplin just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Chaplin.
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lermontov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Chaplin eats them both and turns towards Lermontov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Chaplin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Chaplin drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lermontov sprawls and moves away.
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chaplin.
Chaplin digs a good body shot into Lermontov's ribs.
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!
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Chaplin drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lermontov sprawls and moves away.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chaplin.
Fiyero Lermontov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chaplin throws out the jab.
Lermontov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Chaplin.
Chaplin throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Chaplin moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chaplin doesn't seem bothered though.
Lermontov thuds his right hand into Chaplin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Lermontov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Chaplin is out of range.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
Chaplin feints and as Lermontov raises his hands in defense, Chaplin changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Chaplin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chaplin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Chaplin trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Chaplin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Chaplin defends easily.
Chaplin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#SUB2#
Chaplin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chaplin has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Chaplin is out of range.
Chaplin moves out of range of the strikes.
Chaplin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lermontov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lermontov's corner calls for a 1-2. Lermontov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Chaplin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A shot to the liver by Lermontov. Beautiful body shot.
Lermontov defending well as Chaplin loads up on a big left hand.
Chaplin drops his hands momentarily and Lermontov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Chaplin just misses with a punch to the body.
Chaplin sets himself, and Lermontov steps forward looking for the clinch! Chaplin avoids it this time.
Some wild striking there from Lermontov.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lermontov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chaplin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov swings for the body but Chaplin moves out of range.
Chaplin takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Chaplin throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Chaplin ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov slips under a jab.#T1#
Chaplin lunges at Lermontov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lermontov's hand.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chaplin.
Chaplin sets himself, and Lermontov steps forward looking for the clinch! Chaplin avoids it this time.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
Lermontov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Chaplin throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov misses with a body kick. #TD#
Lermontov gets caught flat footed, as Chaplin shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Chaplin throws a big elbow that misses.
Chaplin pushes down on Lermontov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Chaplin is thwarting Lermontov's attempts to control the position.
Lermontov wants to improve his position but Chaplin is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chaplin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Chaplin continues to stall.
Lermontov is refusing to be controlled, as Chaplin sits in half guard. #T2#
Chaplin content to control rather than advance.
Lermontov is refusing to be controlled, as Chaplin sits in half guard.
Chaplin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lermontov is trying to get back to full guard.
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!
Well, if Chaplin 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.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position.
Lermontov trying to control from the bottom.
Lermontov wants to get back to full guard.
Lermontov is trying to maintain the position but Chaplin is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Chaplin connects with the punch.
Lermontov pushes Chaplin away with a front kick.
Chaplin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Chaplin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chaplin can pounce on him.
Lermontov jabs Chaplin right on the nose. Chaplin blinks but takes it well.
Chaplin slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Chaplin's head but Chaplin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov scores with a nice right hand.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Chaplin throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Chaplin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chaplin takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chaplin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Chaplin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Chaplin looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chaplin.
Chaplin throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chaplin.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chaplin.
Chaplin sizes up Lermontov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chaplin.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Chaplin looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chaplin throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Chaplin lands a nice shot that snaps Lermontov's head back.
Chaplin misses with a hook.
Chaplin's corner calls for a 1-2. Chaplin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Chaplin.
A jab lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Chaplin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chaplin doesn't seem bothered though.
Chaplin tries to bum rush Lermontov with a series of wild strikes but Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
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!
Chaplin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chaplin scores with a shot to the body.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Lermontov tries to bum rush Chaplin with a series of wild strikes but Chaplin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Chaplin throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Lermontov slips a jab from Chaplin.
Chaplin throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Chaplin moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Chaplin walks into a jab.
Lermontov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chaplin looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chaplin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov misses with a body shot.
Chaplin attempts a counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it well and moves away.
Chaplin looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.
Lermontov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chaplin misses with a body shot.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Chaplin.
Chaplin throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Chaplin.
Nice shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov throws a body kick that misses.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chaplin.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Fiyero Lermontov just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Chaplin throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
Chaplin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Chaplin misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Chaplin.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Chaplin takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chaplin manages to avoid it.
Lermontov keeps Chaplin at a distance using the push kick.
Chaplin looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Chaplin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Donk. Chaplin catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.
Chaplin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chaplin looks to land a combination but Lermontov avoids it well.
Lermontov tries to land a front kick but Chaplin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A telegraphed right hand from Chaplin misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice uppercut lands for Chaplin. That snapped Lermontov's head back.
Chaplin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Chaplin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chaplin manages to avoid it.
Lermontov misses the jab.#T1#
Chaplin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Chaplin needs to keep his hands up - Lermontov had a free shot at his head there.
Chaplin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chaplin misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. Chaplin should have avoided that one.
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Chaplin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lermontov on the side of the head.
Chaplin throws a body shot but no joy.
Chaplin does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov lands a right hook to the body.
Chaplin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chaplin takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
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!
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Chaplin.#CL#
Chaplin forces Lermontov back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Lermontov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Chaplin attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T2#
Lermontov misses with a leg kick.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Chaplin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to counter with a clinch but Chaplin shakes him off and moves away.
Chaplin lands a body shot.
Chaplin misses with a straight right.
Chaplin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chaplin shoots in but Lermontov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lermontov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chaplin looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chaplin takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov swats away the attempt to clinch by Chaplin.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov throws a jab when Chaplin was well out of range.
Lermontov moves out of range as Chaplin strikes.
Lermontov digs a good body shot into Chaplin's ribs.
Chaplin throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
A nice combination there by Chaplin.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Chaplin.
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Chaplin throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Chaplin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov thuds his right hand into Chaplin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Chaplin misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Chaplin throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Chaplin moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Lermontov.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov misses with the combination.
Chaplin feinted with a counter takedown.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Chaplin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Chaplin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Nice straight punches there by Chaplin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chaplin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Chaplin.
Chaplin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Chaplin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Lermontov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chaplin was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Chaplin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Lermontov feints a jab promting Chaplin to slip. Lermontov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Chaplin slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Chaplin walks into a stiff left hand from Lermontov.
Chaplin jabs at Lermontov's body.
Chaplin throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Chaplin misses with the head strike.
Chaplin keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lermontov's efforts to push away.
Lermontov blocks an uppercut.
Chaplin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Lermontov breaks from the clinch.
Lermontov wants to land a leg kick but Chaplin is out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped Chaplin's head back.
Chaplin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Chaplin sets himself, and Lermontov steps forward looking for the clinch! Chaplin avoids it this time.#T2#
Lermontov lands with a good body shot.
Chaplin looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chaplin.
Chaplin missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chaplin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Chaplin moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Chaplin swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chaplin.
Chaplin throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov wants to counter with a clinch but Chaplin pushes him away.
Chaplin avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Chaplin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chaplin on the side of the head.
Chaplin looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
A lazy left from Lermontov finds it's target.
Chaplin misses with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Chaplin blocks a jab.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Chaplin catches Lermontov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Fiyero Lermontov.
I've got Lermontov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 45:50
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 45:50
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: PFC 242 Gormsson vs Po II
Date: Jan 24, 2021

#R1#
Date throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Date darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Date slips the punch.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Date moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Date.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Date showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Date ducked under it nicely.
Date with the inside leg kick.
Lermontov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Date.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Date throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov tries to counter with a clinch but Date shakes him off and moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Date.
Lermontov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Date cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Date manages to avoid it.
Date avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Date quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Date has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Date appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd cheers as Lermontov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Date doesn't seem phased though.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Date.
Lermontov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Date tries a head kick but it misses.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Date moves away and avoids it.
Date ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Date is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Date moves out of range of the body kick from Lermontov.
Date throws out a leg kick but Lermontov moves out of range and Date only half commits.
Date throws a solid leg kick but Lermontov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Date.
Date tries to score with a low kick but Lermontov moves his leg out of the way.
Date with a nice cross.
Date slips a jab and a cross from Lermontov.
Date scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lermontov in his tracks.
Date throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Date throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov misses the jab.#T2#
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Date.
Date ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Date tries to close the distance and clinch but Lermontov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Date lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lermontov misses with a two punch combination.
Date thinks about countering with a body kick.
Date takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lermontov misses with a series of wild punches.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Date's head.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Date moved out of range.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Date moved out of range.
Lermontov scores with a hook to the body. Date takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Date keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Date moves out of range of the body kick.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Date throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily. #T3#
Lermontov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Date ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Date slips under a jab.
Date just misses with a punch to the body.
Date slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Date misses the target.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Date.
Lermontov works the jab nicely.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Date.
Date swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Date looks to land a body kick but Lermontov moved away.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Date scoring well with a low kick there.
Date fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Date waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Date ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Date throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Date misses with a wild body shot.
Date is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Date is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Date moves away and avoids it.
Date avoids the head kick by Lermontov.
Date is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Date.
Date's corner calls for a 1-2. Date obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lermontov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lermontov misses with a few strikes there.
Lermontov cracks Date with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Date with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lermontov to score with a decent uppercut.
Date looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Date waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Date ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Date staying out of range there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Date ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Good leg kick by Date.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Date cracks Lermontov with an open hand slap.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Date misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Date lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lermontov throws a shot to the body.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Date.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Date's head.
Lermontov throws a head kick but Date moves out of range.
Date lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lermontov at a distance.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good standup being displayed there by Date as he connects with a hook.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Date.
Lermontov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Date.
Date throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Date throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov throws a push kick but Date slaps the foot to one side.
Date just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Date.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Date looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Date was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Date swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Lermontov throws the left hand but Date avoids the punch easily.
Date lands a nice hook to Lermontov's body. Lermontov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Date tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Date.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Date manages to avoid it.
Lermontov connects with a single shot there.
Lermontov throws a nice looking combination but Date bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Date throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Date misses with a head kick.
Lermontov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Date misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Lermontov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Date scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Date moved out of range.
Date drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Date throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Lermontov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Date is out of range.
The fighters circling - Date throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov tries to counter by closing the distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Date looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Date on the side of the head.
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Date takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lermontov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Date fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lermontov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Date.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov walks into a jab.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Date moves away and avoids it.
Date works the jab nicely.
A head kick misses from Lermontov.
Date throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Date tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Date looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Date bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
A head kick misses from Date.
Date looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Date.
Date on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Date throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Date sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov takes a swing at Date's ribcage but misses.
Date was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Date uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Date moved out of range nicely.
Date cracks Lermontov with an open hand slap.
Lermontov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Date moves away.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Date.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Date might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Date scores with a body shot.
Date misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Date is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Date throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Date slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Date tries a head kick but it misses.
Date looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Date lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Date.
Date misses with a straight right.
Lermontov digs a good hook to Date's body.
Date walks into a left hand.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Lermontov cracks Date with an open hand slap.
Date looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Date misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Date.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Date avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov scores with a punch to the head.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Date misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Date lands a nice looking body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3##CL#
Date gets a clinch.
Date misses with a punch on the inside.
Date tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lermontov is trying to push Date away but Date has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lermontov blocks a body shot from Date. #BC2#
Lermontov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Date misses with a looping left.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Date manages to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lermontov.
Date waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Date.
Lermontov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Date scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lermontov doesn't seem bothered though.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Date. That snapped Lermontov's head back.
Lermontov misses with a kick to the body.
Lermontov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Date has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Date cracks Lermontov with a good jab.
Date swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Date looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Date slips a jab from Lermontov.
It looked like Date was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lermontov.
Date tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Date.
Date defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand.
Date jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Date looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Date throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lermontov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Date is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Crunch! Lermontov slams his shin into Date's torso.
Date throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Date bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Date wants to clinch up but Lermontov keeps it at a distance.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Date takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lermontov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Date to score with a decent uppercut.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Date is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Date misses the target.#T2#
Date tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Date.
Lermontov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Date.
Nice defenses there by Date.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Date works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Date misses the target.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Date connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Date does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Date throws out the jab.
Date takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Date with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A nice leg kick lands there from Date.
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Date lands a head kick! #T3#
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Date is just out of range.
Date uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Date swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Date jabs Lermontov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice jab there from Lermontov.
Date with a jab.
Date blocks the body kick.
Lermontov throws a jab when Date was well out of range.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mamoru Date has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Date blocks a body shot from Lermontov. #BC2#
Lermontov breaks the clinch.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Date's shoulder, as Date tries to avoid the shot.
Date walks into a jab.
Date wants to clinch up but Lermontov keeps it at a distance.
Date lands with a hook. Lermontov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Date.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Date uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.#T4#
Date with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Date has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov defending well as Date loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Date throws out the jab.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Date sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Date looks for the body kick but Lermontov saw that one coming.
Date will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jab by Date.
Lermontov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slow jab from Date misses its intended target.
Lermontov works Date's body with a nice hook.
Lermontov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Date is looking to land body kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Date looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Date throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Fiyero Lermontov.
I've got Lermontov 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: PFC 233 Po vs Taus
Date: Dec 27, 2020

#R1#
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Point was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Point on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Point walks into a jab.
Point throws out a leg kick but Lermontov moves out of range and Point only half commits.
Lermontov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Point.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Point.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Point.
Point throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov lands a jab to Point's midsection.#CL#
Lermontov pushes Point up against the cage in a clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Point.
Point tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov jumps guard but Point turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lermontov takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Fiyero Lermontov has been cut.#TD#
Lermontov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Point got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Point has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Point controls the pace.
Let's hope that Point 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.
Point trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lermontov's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Lermontov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1##SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Point pushes his legs off easily.
Point is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Point trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Point controls the pace.#SU2#
Point stands up and waves to Lermontov to follow him.
Nice shot lands for Point.#T2#
Point throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Point comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lermontov misses with a hook to the body
and Point counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Point pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lermontov tries to land a front kick but Point steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Point takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Point doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Point blocks a jab.
Point fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Point looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Point ducked under it nicely.
Point misses with a few strikes there.
Lermontov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov slips under a jab from Point.
Point throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Point walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Point with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Point moves out of range. #T3##KD2#
Point lands a big uppercut and Lermontov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Lermontov looks OK. Point waves Lermontov back to his feet!#ROC2#Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov misses with a left hand
and Point scores with a counter punch that sends Lermontov to the canvas! Point smells blood - he's punishing Lermontov with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Lermontov has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jesse Point!
A victorious Jesse Point thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: PFC 224 Monkey vs Gravas
Date: Nov 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Half Assed moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
Half Assed misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov cracks Half Assed with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Half Assed.
Half Assed tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Lermontov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lermontov lands a body punch.
Half Assed tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it. #BC#
Lermontov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Half Assed gets a double leg takedown into Lermontov's guard.#SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Half Assed can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lermontov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Half Assed passes Lermontov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lermontov trying to control but Half Assed postures up. #SUB2#
Half Assed is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Half Assed prevents Lermontov from improving his position.
Lermontov is staying active underneath Half Assed, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lermontov trying to control from the bottom.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep. Half Assed is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lermontov trying to control here. #SUB#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Half Assed is trying to work for a kimura but Lermontov is defending well.
Half Assed not doing much here.
Half Assed is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Half Assed has control of Lermontov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lermontov regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB2#
Half Assed working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3#
Lermontov is squirming around, avoiding Half Assed's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lermontov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Half Assed wants to work for an arm triangle but Lermontov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lermontov is pressing down on Half Assed's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Half Assed doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Half Assed manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Half Assed defends easily.
Half Assed trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Half Assed avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Half Assed can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Half Assed tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard.
Half Assed is pushing down on Lermontov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lermontov is fighting to maintain full guard but Half Assed has managed to sneak the leg through.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
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 Fiyero Lermontov 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#
Lermontov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Half Assed throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Half Assed throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Half Assed moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Lermontov connects with a right hand. Half Assed shakes it off.#TD2#
Half Assed closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Half Assed looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Half Assed keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Half Assed looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Half Assed is trying to control. Lermontov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lermontov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Half Assed controls from within his opponent's guard.
Half Assed preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Half Assed avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Half Assed is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Half Assed defends easily.
Lermontov is trying to hold Half Assed in close to prevent damage but Half Assed has managed to pass into half guard.
Half Assed seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lermontov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lermontov trying to hold on to Half Assed's head to control him but Half Assed postures up. #SUB2#
Half Assed is trying to work for a kimura but Lermontov is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Half Assed is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Half Assed trying to control the action but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Lermontov trying to hold on to Half Assed's head to control him but Half Assed postures up.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position.
Half Assed perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lermontov trying to hold on to Half Assed's head to control him but Half Assed postures up. #SUB2#
Half Assed is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lermontov tries to roll over but Half Assed keeps him under control.
Lermontov gets back to full guard.
Half Assed trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lermontov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Half Assed 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#
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Half Assed takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Half Assed moves out of range.
Half Assed swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Lermontov forces Half Assed back against the cage and clinches.
Half Assed prevents Lermontov from breaking the clinch.
Half Assed fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Half Assed softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lermontov pushes Half Assed back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Half Assed fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov struggles to land a body shot inside as Half Assed controls his hands.
Half Assed tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Half Assed back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Half Assed.
Half Assed prevents Lermontov from breaking the clinch.
Lermontov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Half Assed scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Lermontov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Half Assed circles away from the clinch attempt
and Half Assed counters with a stiff right hand.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov thows a body kick. Half Assed tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Half Assed avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Half Assed keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab from Half Assed misses. #CL#
Lermontov clinches up with Half Assed and pushes him back against the cage.
Half Assed misses with some punches.
Half Assed can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
Half Assed fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Half Assed. #TD2#
Half Assed jumps into guard, dragging Lermontov to the mat.
Anti Half Assed has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Lermontov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Half Assed is keeping the position for now.
Half Assed working a defensive guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Half Assed is on top in guard. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Half Assed slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Half Assed is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lermontov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Half Assed. #SUB#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Lermontov is not content to let Half Assed control the position.
Lermontov tries to roll over but Half Assed keeps him under control.
Lermontov is looking to control Half Assed's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lermontov avoid being mounted?
Lermontov is staying active underneath Half Assed, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Half Assed is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lermontov is trying to maintain the position but Half Assed is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Half Assed seems to be working for a kimura but Lermontov defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Lermontov is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Half Assed is tapping! Great win for Lermontov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Fiyero Lermontov!
A very excited looking Fiyero Lermontov rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: PFC 216 Golovkin vs Matsunaga
Date: Oct 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Lermontov has Wade up against the cage in a clinch.
Wade with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Wade lands a right hand. #BC2#
Wade breaks from the clinch.
Wade misses the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Wade.
Wade cracks Lermontov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wade getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#ROC2#Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov connects with a jab.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lermontov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Wade has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Wade and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Wade misses with a straight left.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wade.
Wade is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Wade misses with a wild body shot.
Wade uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Lermontov connects with a right hand. Wade shakes it off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lermontov blocks a low kick nicely.
Wade looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
An inside leg kick from Wade misses.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Wade misses the target.
Lermontov scores with a one two! Wade had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T1#
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Wade.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Wade uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Lermontov - just one landing.
Morgan Wade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left lands for Wade.
Wade misses with a low kick.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wade.
Lermontov lands with a shot to the body.
Lermontov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wade.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Wade's shoulder, as Wade tries to avoid the shot.
Wade uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Wade chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wade takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
It looks like Lermontov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Wade misses with a hook.
Wade has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
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!
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Wade.
Wade throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Wade scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lermontov wants to clinch.#T2#
Lermontov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Wade.
Nice defenses there by Wade.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Wade chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lermontov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lermontov, as that shot connected.
Wade walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wade paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Wade moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lermontov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lermontov lands a nice looking body shot.
Wade avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wade throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov works Wade's body with a nice hook.
Lermontov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lermontov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Wade moves out of range.
Wade takes one on the button.
Wade misses with a body kick.#T3#
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Wade in his tracks.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wade.
Wade throws a right hand that Lermontov ducks under and follows up with a left that Lermontov also avoids with ease.
Lermontov lands an overhand right.
Wade lands a nice shot that snaps Lermontov's head back.
Wade displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Wade throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Wade throws a series of punches but Lermontov moves out of range.
Wade misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Wade misses with a hook.
Look low, kick high! Wade uses the oldest trick in the book to send Lermontov tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Wade is absolutely delighted - when Lermontov wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Morgan Wade!
A relieved looking Morgan Wade thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: PFC 212 Arendse vs Urani
Date: Oct 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Intruder slips the punch.
As Lermontov backs away, Intruder returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Intruder manages to avoid it.
Intruder avoids the head kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Intruder.
A shot to the liver by Lermontov. Beautiful body shot.
Intruder shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Intruder manages to avoid it.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov moves out of range as Intruder throws a body kick.
Intruder attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Intruder misses with a straight left.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
Intruder throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Intruder swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Intruder fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Intruder.
Intruder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Intruder seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped Intruder's head back.
We've been informed that Lermontov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
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!
Intruder lands a really nice looking cross but Lermontov seems unphased. #T1#
Lermontov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Intruder counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lermontov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lermontov cracks Intruder with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lermontov slips a jab from Intruder.
Lermontov's corner calls for a 1-2. Lermontov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lermontov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Intruder back to the cage. Lermontov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Intruder throws a nice looking combination but Lermontov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Intruder throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Intruder saw that one coming.#CL#
Intruder forces Lermontov back against the cage and clinches.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Intruder just stands there and leans against the cage.
Intruder gets through Lermontov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Intruder drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lermontov gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T2##BC2#
Lermontov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fiyero Lermontov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Lermontov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Intruder checks a leg kick nicely.
Intruder wants to clinch up but Lermontov keeps it at a distance.
Intruder jabs at Lermontov's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Intruder fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lermontov just manages to avoid it.
Lermontov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Intruder sizes up Lermontov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
An inside leg kick lands from Intruder.
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Intruder swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov with the inside leg kick.
Intruder uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Intruder counters with a low kick, right behind Lermontov 's knee.
Intruder is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Intruder.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Intruder.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Intruder counters with a left to the body. #T3#
Intruder uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Intruder walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Intruder with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lermontov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lermontov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Intruder keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Intruder fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lermontov just manages to avoid it.
Lermontov scores with a punch to the head.
Intruder misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Intruder swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Intruder throws a shot to the body.
Intruder is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Lermontov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Intruder.
Intruder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Intruder displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Intruder.
Lermontov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lermontov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lermontov staying out of range there.#T4#
Intruder looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Intruder lands with an uppercut that bounces Lermontov off the cage and back into range.
Intruder takes one on the button.
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Intruder in his tracks.
Lermontov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Intruder scores with the left hand. Lermontov knows he should have avoided that one.
Intruder misses with a two punch combination.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Intruder saw that one coming.
Intruder is looking to land body kicks.
Lermontov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Intruder dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Intruder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Intruder throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Intruder finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Intruder saw that one coming.
Lermontov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lermontov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. Intruder should have avoided that one.
Intruder attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lermontov lands a nice shot that snaps Intruder's head back.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov throws a good cross that connects.
Intruder wants to clinch up but Lermontov keeps it at a distance.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov lands a head kick. Intruder smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Intruder throws a front kick aimed at Lermontov's knee but Lermontov avoids it well.
Intruder ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Intruder scores with a jab to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Intruder under the eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Intruder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Intruder appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lermontov throws a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Intruder throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Lermontov lands a really nice looking cross but Intruder seems unphased.
Intruder steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
An attempted straight right counter from Intruder misses the target.
Lermontov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Intruder misses with a wild body shot.
Intruder throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov misses with a left hand
and Intruder makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Intruder looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Intruder to counter with a crisp jab.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Intruder ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Intruder moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Intruder was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Intruder throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Intruder.
Intruder turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Intruder misses with a straight right.
Intruder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Intruder.
Intruder has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lermontov finds it's way round the side to connect with Intruder's head.
Lermontov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Intruder looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Intruder moves forwards but Lermontov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Intruder scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Intruder tries for a takedown but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lermontov defending well as Intruder loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Intruder gets a clinch. #BC2#
Lermontov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Intruder throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov misses with a two punch combination.
Lermontov cracks Intruder with an open hand slap.
Intruder avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Intruder.
Intruder takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lermontov tries to move into range but Intruder moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Intruder moves out of range of the strikes.
As Lermontov backs away, Intruder returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Intruder ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Donk. Intruder catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.
Intruder is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Intruder tries to close the distance and clinch but Lermontov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Intruder moves away.
Lermontov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
Lermontov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The fighters circling - Intruder throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Intruder is defended easily by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a lovely overhand right.
Intruder throws a low kick but Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Lermontov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Intruder tries to land a leg kick but Lermontov saw it coming and moves away.
Intruder missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Intruder throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Intruder lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lermontov at a distance.
Intruder cracks Lermontov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Intruder moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Intruder slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Intruder throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov wants to counter with a clinch but Intruder pushes him away.#T4#
Intruder looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Intruder looks to land a combination. Lermontov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Intruder half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lermontov scores with a nice body kick.
Intruder takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lermontov jabs Intruder right on the nose. Intruder blinks but takes it well.
Lermontov thows a leg kick but Intruder checks it
and Intruder counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lermontov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov throws a good cross that connects.
Intruder doesn't manage to clinch there - Lermontov circles away.
Intruder sets himself, and Lermontov steps forward looking for the clinch! Intruder avoids it this time.
A clash of legs there as Lermontov blocks the low kick.
Intruder lands a nice shot to the body.
Intruder moves forwards but Lermontov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Intruder saw that one coming.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the body.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Intruder on the side of the head.
Intruder lunges at Lermontov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lermontov's hand.
The crowd cheers as Intruder lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lermontov doesn't seem phased though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Intruder fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lermontov checks it well.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Intruder throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Intruder gets the takedown into side control.
Lermontov gets back to half guard.
Intruder landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Intruder lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Intruder lands strikes from half guard.
Lermontov is pressing down on Intruder's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Intruder pushes his legs off easily.
Intruder scoring with some ground and pound.
Lermontov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Intruder is one step ahead there.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Intruder tries to pass. #T1##SUB2#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Intruder defends well.#SUB2#
Lermontov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Intruder escapes and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Intruder scores with punches from side control.
Intruder wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lermontov keeps working.
Lermontov is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Lermontov keeps trying to improve his position.
Intruder lands an elbow.
You can see the frustration on Lermontov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Intruder in side control lands a decent elbow.
Intruder trying to control the position but Lermontov is working away.
Lermontov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Intruder's best efforts.
Intruder lands strikes from half guard.
Intruder takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Intruder working the head and body with strikes.
Lermontov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Intruder scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#Lermontov is rocked!#T3#
Intruder looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lermontov is still in real trouble! Can Intruder finish him?
Intruder is looking to take a break and control but Lermontov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Intruder working Lermontov over with strikes. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Intruder uses his free foot to push down on Lermontov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lermontov.
Bed Intruder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lermontov seems to have recovered his senses.
Intruder tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lermontov tries to reverse the position but Intruder maintains control.
Intruder lands a big elbow.
Intruder landing shots from mount.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Intruder with good strikes from the mount here!
Lermontov tries to hold on but Intruder postures up.
Lermontov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Intruder haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Intruder lands with some strikes.
Intruder breaks from Lermontov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov can't escape the position.
Intruder cracks Lermontov 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 4:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bed Intruder!
Bed Intruder seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: ICS 53
Date: Aug 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lermontov. Brahms shrugs it off though.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Brahms is just out of range.
Brahms misses with a looping right.
Lermontov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brahms.
Lermontov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Brahms ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Brahms appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Brahms uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
A little feinted left hand from Brahms on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov throws an off balance right hand
and Brahms counters with a nice body kick.
Lermontov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Brahms uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
A lazy left from Lermontov finds it's target.
Lermontov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brahms.
Brahms takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Brahms avoids the punch easily.
Brahms slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov thuds his right hand into Brahms's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Brahms keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Brahms feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lermontov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Brahms scores with a punch to the head.
Lermontov explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a jab when Brahms was well out of range.
It looked like Brahms wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Brahms misses with a low kick.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Brahms bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
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!
Brahms throws a leg kick but Lermontov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Brahms sets himself, and Lermontov steps forward looking for the clinch! Brahms avoids it this time.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Brahms saw that one coming.#T2#
Brahms takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jab, jab by Lermontov - just one landing.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov cracks Brahms with a right hand to the side of the head.
Brahms stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lermontov.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Brahms counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A left lands for Brahms.
Lermontov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brahms.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Brahms wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lermontov throws a body kick that misses.
Lermontov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Brahms tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Brahms.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Brahms went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Brahms throws a leg kick but Lermontov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lermontov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Brahms's shoulder, as Brahms tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Brahms moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Brahms misses with a hook.
Lermontov wants to counter the offense by Brahms and move into the clinch position.
Brahms gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brahms sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov lunges at Brahms with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Brahms's hand.
Lermontov thumps Brahms with a low kick.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brahms manages to avoid it.
Brahms swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov throws an off balance right hand
and Brahms counters with a thumping low kick. #T4#
Lermontov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Brahms counters with a straight right hand.
Brahms dodges the punch combination from Lermontov.
Lermontov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Brahms swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brahms uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
It looked like Brahms wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Brahms.
Nice straight punches there by Brahms. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Brahms.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
letting Brahms counter with a right hand. #ROC#Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov is still on wobbly legs! Can Brahms finish him?
Brahms uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lermontov seems to have recovered his senses.
Brahms takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A slow jab from Brahms misses its intended target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Brahms takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice body kick there by Lermontov.
Brahms connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lermontov's hands.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Brahms.
A slapping leg kick lands for Brahms.
Brahms ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brahms.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov misses with a low kick.
Brahms takes one to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Brahms with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lermontov to score with a decent uppercut.
Lermontov lands a right hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov misses with a double jab
and Brahms counters with an inside leg kick. #T1#
Lermontov with a nice cross.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Brahms uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Lermontov misses with a series of wild punches.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brahms.
Brahms takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Brahms looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lermontov misses with a leg kick
and Brahms counters with a straight right hand.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses Brahms's front leg but catches the back leg as Brahms tries to avoid it.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Brahms. #T2#
Jab by Lermontov.
Brahms slips a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov looks to land a combination but Brahms avoids it well.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov scores with a nice body kick.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Brahms on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lermontov delivers a nice body kick.
Lermontov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brahms.
Brahms swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov blocks the body kick.
Lermontov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Brahms takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brahms looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov swings widly with a right hand
and Brahms cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brahms.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Brahms slips the punch.
And Brahms counters with a quick kick to the body but Lermontov blocks it.
Brahms will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Brahms fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick from Brahms, right into the meat of the thigh.
Brahms avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
A little feinted left hand from Brahms on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Brahms moved away.
Lermontov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Brahms is out of range.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Lermontov looks to move away, Brahms throws a big counter combo but Lermontov just gets out of the way.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the head.
Lermontov feints a jab promting Brahms to slip. Lermontov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Brahms slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
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!
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Brahms drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Brahms might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Brahms staying out of range there.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Brahms uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Brahms swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lermontov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov throws a solid leg kick but Brahms takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lermontov.
Brahms walks into a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Brahms on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lermontov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Brahms looks to land a combination but Lermontov avoids it well.
Lermontov lands a nice hook to Brahms's body. Brahms takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Brahms moves out of range of the body kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Brahms moved out of range.
Lermontov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Brahms. That did some damage!
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Brahms is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov tries to counter with a clinch but Brahms shakes him off and moves away.
Brahms tries to bum rush Lermontov with a series of wild strikes but Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Brahms does a little dance to reset his feet.
Brahms avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Brahms ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Brahms swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Lermontov scores with a kick to the body.
Lermontov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov misses with the body kick
and Brahms counters with a nice kick to the body.
Brahms slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Brahms throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Brahms moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Brahms on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Brahms moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Brahms misses the target.
Brahms has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lermontov.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Brahms throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Brahms moves away and avoids it.
Brahms throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Brahms to counter with a crisp jab.
Brahms ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Johannes Brahms has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Brahms on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Brahms blocks the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Brahms misses the target.
Brahms gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Lermontov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brahms.
Brahms slips a jab and a cross from Lermontov.
Brahms throws a leg kick but Lermontov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
Brahms is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Brahms uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Brahms counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Lermontov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Brahms will feel that in the morning.
Brahms misses with a few strikes there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
Brahms comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lermontov defending well as Brahms loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov throws a hook but Brahms blocks it.
Brahms walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A low kick lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a right hand that Brahms ducks under and follows up with a left that Brahms also avoids with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Brahms on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov delivers a nice body kick.
Brahms staying out of range there.
Lermontov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Brahms throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov. #T4#
Brahms showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lermontov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brahms stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
Brahms appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lermontov lands with a straight right. Brahms didn't see that one coming.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Brahms misses the jab.
Brahms avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brahms needs to keep his hands up - Lermontov had a free shot at his head there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fiyero Lermontov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lermontov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: ICS 47
Date: Jul 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and pushes Honey back into the cage.
I was talking to Lermontov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lermontov struggles to land a body shot inside as Honey controls his hands.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey won't allow it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov. #TD#
Lermontov pulls guard successfully.
Lermontov working a defensive guard but Honey passes into half guard. #SUB#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.#SU2#
Honey decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big left from Honey misses.
Nice shot lands for Honey.
Lermontov catches Honey with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Honey manages to avoid it.#T1#
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Honey.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Honey ducked under it nicely.
Honey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Honey takes a step back to recover.
Lermontov scores with a nice body kick.
Lermontov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Honey let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Honey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Honey.
Honey throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lermontov scores with a kick to the body.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Honey.
A head kick misses from Lermontov.
Honey swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Honey lands a jab-cross combination.
Honey lands the left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Honey clobbers Lermontov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Honey.
Lermontov throws the kick towards the body but Honey avoids it.#T2#
Honey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Honey.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Honey is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Honey throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
As Honey tries to get set, Lermontov tries to push him back and clinch up but Honey manages to avoid the attempt.
Honey looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.
Honey wants to slow Lermontov down by chopping away at his legs.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Honey moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Honey misses. #CL#
Lermontov rushes Honey and presses him up against the cage.
Lermontov works on Honey's body with a couple of short punches.
Honey misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land. #TD#
Lermontov pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3##SUB#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Honey is aware though and is defending well.
Honey slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Honey tries to pass. #SUB#
Honey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Honey has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Honey is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Honey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Honey has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Honey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Honey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lermontov looking for a sweep. Not yet Lermontov, not yet. #SUB#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Honey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Honey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hugh Honey will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lermontov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Lermontov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Honey throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Lermontov successfully pulls guard.
Lermontov wants to control but Honey passes easily into half guard.
Honey looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lermontov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Honey is working away from the top position though.
Lermontov tries to get to full guard but Honey has control of the leg.
Honey stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Honey is thwarting Lermontov's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Lermontov tries to get to full guard but Honey has control of the leg. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.
Lermontov moves into full guard. #SUB#
Lermontov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Honey has picked Lermontov up and slammed him! Lermontov can't keep hold of the triangle and Honey manages to pass to side control!
Lermontov tries to improve position but can't.
Lermontov wants to control but Honey postures up.
Lermontov tries to buck Honey off but Honey is having none of it.#T2#
Honey 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.
Lermontov is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Lermontov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lermontov is trying to control but can't.
Lermontov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lermontov trying to keep a closed guard but Honey is proving a slippery customer.
Honey wants to stand but Lermontov is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Honey misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Honey looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Honey moves out of range.
Lermontov backing away here, and Honey unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Honey.
A jab lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
Lermontov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hugh Honey seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Honey walks into a jab.
Lermontov lands with a right hand. #CL#
Lermontov has closed the distance and engaged Honey in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Honey throws a punch but it's blocked by Lermontov. #BC2#
Honey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Honey throws a low kick but Lermontov avoids it.
Lermontov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Honey throws a big shot that misses.
Honey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Honey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Honey's corner calls for a 1-2. Honey obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and pushes Honey back into the cage.
Lermontov misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov jumps guard but Honey turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lermontov prevents a body shot from Honey.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Honey misses with a looping right.
Lermontov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Honey back to the cage. Lermontov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Honey fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Honey moves out of range of the body kick.
Honey looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
As Honey tries to get set, Lermontov tries to push him back and clinch up but Honey manages to avoid the attempt.
Honey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Lermontov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Honey throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Lermontov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Honey.
Honey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Honey attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Honey lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov tries to clinch there but Honey circles away.
Honey gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Lermontov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Honey doesn't seem bothered though.
Honey tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
Honey misses with a low kick.
Lermontov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Honey.
Honey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Honey.
Lermontov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lermontov dodges the punch combination from Honey.
Honey looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov throws a good cross that connects.
Some bone on bone action there as Lermontov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lermontov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Honey manages to circle out of the way.
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Honey circles away and keeps his distance.
Lermontov misses with a kick to the body.
Lermontov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Honey is just out of range.#T2#
Honey moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Honey throws a chopping leg kick but Lermontov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Honey was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Honey misses with a looping left.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Honey.
Honey just misses with a punch to the body.
Honey jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Honey throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Honey misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lermontov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Honey swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little jabbing left from Honey on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Honey. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T3##CL#
Lermontov clinches with his opponent.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Honey lands with a short shot to the head.
Fiyero Lermontov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Honey lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Honey misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lermontov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Honey blocks a body shot from Lermontov.
Honey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov struggles to land a body shot inside as Honey controls his hands.
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Honey lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Honey misses with some punches.
Lermontov takes a shot to the head.
Honey lands with a left to the head.
A short uppercut from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet. #T4#
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Honey forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Honey lands a body shot in the clinch.
Honey content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Honey working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Honey misses with the head strike.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Lermontov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Honey backwards.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Honey just stands there and leans against the cage.
A short right from Honey. #BC2#
Honey breaks from the clinch.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Honey.
Lermontov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Honey uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Honey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov walks into a stiff left hand from Honey.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Hugh Honey.
I think Honey 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: ICS 43
Date: Jul 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lermontov misses with a leg kick.
Lermontov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tektas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tektas will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Tektas avoids the punch easily.
Tektas tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tektas misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It looked like Lermontov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Tektas does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tektas with the counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Tektas ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Tektas with the inside leg kick. #KD2#
A big head kick from Tektas and Lermontov is sent sprawling to the canvas! #ROC2#Lermontov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov keeping moving, preventing Tektas from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lermontov is on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Tektas wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Our spies down at at Triple XXX inform us that Tektas has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lermontov wanted to stand there but Tektas had control of the position. #SUB2#
Tektas looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lermontov has picked Tektas up and slammed him! Tektas can't keep hold of the triangle and Lermontov manages to pass to side control!#SU#
Lermontov decides to stand back up.
Lermontov tries to land a front kick but Tektas steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lermontov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lermontov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tektas back to the cage. Lermontov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Lermontov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Tektas lands a leg kick that knocks Lermontov off balance momentarily.
Lermontov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tektas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Tektas tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice body kick there by Lermontov.
Tektas ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Tektas steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Tektas throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Despite the aggression on Tektas's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lermontov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov scores with a decent looking hook.
Tektas looks to land a body kick but Lermontov moved away.
Tektas blocks a jab.
Tektas feints the counter takedown.
Tektas shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tektas misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tektas blocks the body kick.
Tektas tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lermontov scores with a nice head shot.
Lermontov misses the jab.#T3#
Tektas wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Tektas moves out of range.
Tektas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov scores with a decent looking hook.
Lermontov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Tektas moves out of range.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tektas slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Tektas takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tektas. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Tektas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lermontov sprawls well initially but Tektas persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lermontov pushes Tektas off but Tektas dives into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A lull in the action here as Tektas stalls from top position.
Tektas wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lermontov keeps working. #T4#
The ground and pound from Tektas seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Tektas working the head and body with strikes.
Tektas trying to control the position but Lermontov is working away.
Lermontov gets back to half guard.
Lermontov is positioning himself well to prevent Tektas advancing to mount.
Tektas prevents Lermontov from improving his position.
Lermontov trying to control from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's time! Lermontov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Lermontov tests Tektas's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lermontov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tektas can do to turn this around?
Tektas throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lermontov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tektas at a distance.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tektas back to the cage. Lermontov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Lermontov scores with a spinning back kick!
Tektas misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tektas's head.
Tektas scores with a head kick. Lermontov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
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!
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Tektas.
Lermontov connects with a body shot.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Lermontov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lermontov scores with a hook.
Tektas moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tektas.
Tektas scores with a shot to the body.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov throws a push kick but Tektas slaps the foot to one side.
Tektas lands a right hook to the body.
Tektas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lermontov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tektas catches Lermontov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd cheers as Lermontov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tektas doesn't seem phased though.
Tektas avoids the head kick by Lermontov.
A right-left combo lands from Lermontov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick from Tektas lands but Lermontov takes it in his stride.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Tektas moves away and avoids it.
Tektas tries to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
Lermontov is looking to land body kicks.
Tektas staying out of range there.
Lermontov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tektas's head.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tektas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tektas scores with a push kick.
Tektas thuds a left hand into Lermontov's body.
Tektas throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
A jab from Lermontov finds it's way through Tektas's defenses.
Lermontov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Good exchange - Tektas coming out on top.
A low kick lands for Lermontov. #T3#
Tektas lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tektas is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lermontov rather than just go for the knockout.
Lermontov slips a jab from Tektas.
Tektas looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Tektas cracks Lermontov with a right hand to the side of the head.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Tektas fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tektas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lermontov takes a swing at Tektas's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov takes a swing at Tektas's ribcage but misses.
Tektas's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tektas scrambles back to his feet.
Tektas slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Tektas blocks a jab.
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.#T4#
Tektas digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
Tektas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Tektas changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lermontov cracks Tektas with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Tektas moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov throws a sloppy head kick
letting Tektas counter with a right hand.
Tektas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Tektas misses.
Lermontov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tektas swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lermontov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov lands with an overhand left.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tektas.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tektas is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tektas slips under a jab.
Tektas with the counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov lands a head kick!
Tektas lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lermontov at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tektas throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Tektas looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Good work by Lermontov as he checks the leg kick.
Lermontov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tektas throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov lands with an uppercut that bounces Tektas off the cage and back into range.
Lermontov scores with a head kick.
Lermontov misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Tektas counters with a takedown into side control.
Demetrius Tektas has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom here.
Tektas wants to control but Lermontov is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Tektas is trying to get an arm triangle but Lermontov is defending well. #SUB2#
Tektas tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tektas has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Lermontov is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Lermontov tries to bench press Tektas off him but Tektas keeps the position. #SUB2#
Tektas tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tektas has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lermontov is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lermontov tries to bench press Tektas off him but Tektas keeps the position.
Lermontov sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Tektas wants to work for an arm triangle but Lermontov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lermontov trying to hold on to Tektas's head to control him but Tektas postures up. #SUB2#
Tektas seems to be looking for submissions.
Lermontov tries to roll over but Tektas keeps him under control.#T3#
Lermontov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tektas is working away from the top position though.
Tektas missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lermontov digs a good body shot into Tektas's ribs.
Lermontov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Demetrius Tektas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tektas's head.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tektas drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lermontov defends it well.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Tektas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov takes a swing at Tektas's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Lermontov throws a front kick aimed at Tektas's knee but Tektas avoids it well.
Tektas connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov scores with a three punch combo!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tektas ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tektas.
Tektas drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lermontov defends it well.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov throws a hook but Tektas blocks it.
Tektas uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lermontov has time to react.
Tektas shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lermontov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tektas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Tektas moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Tektas with the counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Tektas throws a leg kick but Lermontov moved away.
Tektas dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lermontov. That did some damage!

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
The defeated Demetrius Tektas had this to say: 'I am sorry . I did all my best. '.

Event: ICS 38
Date: Jun 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Egyptian ducks right into an uppercut from Lermontov.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Egyptian.
Lermontov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lermontov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Egyptian cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov throws a series of strikes that have Egyptian backpedaling.
Lermontov is looking to slow Egyptian down with leg kicks.
Egyptian throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Egyptian throws a front kick aimed at Lermontov's knee but Lermontov avoids it well.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Egyptian.
Lermontov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lermontov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nice shot by Lermontov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov scores with a nice right hand.
Lermontov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Egyptian moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Egyptian appears to be looking for a big counter.
Egyptian swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Egyptian throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Some wild striking there from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a leg kick.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Egyptian shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lermontov eats them both and turns towards Egyptian to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Lermontov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Egyptian has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Egyptian circles away from the clinch attempt
and Egyptian counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice shot lands for Egyptian.#ROC#Lermontov is rocked!
Egyptian throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Egyptian looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Egyptian lands a head shot.
Lermontov is still on wobbly legs! Can Egyptian finish him?
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!
Egyptian displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab. #KD#
Egyptian cracks Lermontov with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Egyptian has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Lermontov to stand back up!
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.#T2##CL#
Egyptian darts in and clinches Lermontov up against the cage.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Egyptian scores with a shoulder strike.
Lermontov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Egyptian softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Egyptian swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Egyptian blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Egyptian prevents a body shot from Lermontov.
Egyptian wants to stall.
Egyptian lands a hook to the side of the head.
Egyptian utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lermontov seems to have recovered his senses.
Egyptian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Egyptian will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lermontov up against the cage.
Lermontov tries to work over Egyptian's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Lermontov can't find room to land a body shot as Egyptian controls the action. #BC2#
Lermontov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Egyptian throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Egyptian throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov misses with a body punch
and Egyptian counters with a good low kick that Lermontov was not able to check.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Egyptian uses good head movement to avoid it.
Egyptian with a nice calf kick.
Lermontov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jab by Lermontov.
A good leg kick by Egyptian.
Lermontov cracks Egyptian with a good jab.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Egyptian gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lermontov tries a body shot but Egyptian blocks it.
Egyptian tries to stall but Lermontov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lermontov has a couple of punches blocked by Egyptian. #T4#
A body shot lands from Egyptian.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Egyptian trying to control the position but instead, Lermontov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Egyptian into the cage.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Egyptian blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Egyptian misses with some punches.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Egyptian is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lermontov is keeping busy.
Egyptian just leaning against Lermontov, taking a breather.
Lermontov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Egyptian working aggressively here.
Egyptian blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Egyptian.
Lermontov is trying to break the clinch but Egyptian is controlling him.
Egyptian lands a nice uppercut.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Egyptian blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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 Osiris Egyptian will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Egyptian swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Egyptian walks into a jab.
Lermontov cracks Egyptian with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Egyptian sizes up Lermontov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Egyptian displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Egyptian half committed to a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov defending well as Egyptian loads up on a big left hand.
A jab lands there for Egyptian.
Egyptian slips a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook but Egyptian avoids it easily.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Lermontov backs away, Egyptian returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Lermontov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Egyptian moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Egyptian throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Egyptian takes one on the button.
Lermontov cracks Egyptian with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Egyptian is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Egyptian.
Egyptian swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A low kick from Lermontov is predictable there
and Egyptian counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
An inside leg kick lands from Lermontov.
A head kick misses from Egyptian.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Egyptian tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Lermontov.
Osiris Egyptian is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Egyptian is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Lermontov blocks a leg kick.
Lermontov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Egyptian.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Egyptian cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A nice leg kick from Lermontov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Egyptian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Egyptian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Egyptian tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lermontov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Egyptian looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov lands a slapping body shot.
Egyptian throws a quick inside leg kick.
Egyptian lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A low kick lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3#
Lermontov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Egyptian's sensitive parts.
Egyptian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Lermontov rushes Egyptian and presses him up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Lermontov.
Egyptian lands a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lermontov. #BC#
Egyptian breaks the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Egyptian swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Egyptian moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheers as Lermontov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Egyptian doesn't seem phased though.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Egyptian.#KD#
Egyptian sends Lermontov crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Egyptian is motioning to the referee to let Lermontov up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Egyptian throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Egyptian tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Egyptian throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov dodges the punch combination from Egyptian.
Egyptian looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Egyptian counters with a quick kick to the body but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov throws a leg kick
and Egyptian counters with a thumping low kick. #CL#
Egyptian closes the distance and clinches.
Egyptian trying to control the position but instead, Lermontov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Egyptian into the cage.
Egyptian tries to land knees in the clinch but Lermontov avoids the damage to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Egyptian is trying to stall.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a left to the head.
Lermontov cracks Egyptian with a nice body shot.
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 Osiris Egyptian will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Egyptian swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
Egyptian takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Egyptian looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lermontov.
Lermontov digs a good hook to Egyptian's body.
Lermontov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Egyptian is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lermontov works Egyptian's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Egyptian. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Egyptian walks into a left hand.
Lermontov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Egyptian is able to avoid easily.
Egyptian misses with a two punch combination.
Good shot there by Lermontov.#T1#
Lermontov lands a leg kick that knocks Egyptian off balance momentarily.
Lermontov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Egyptian takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Egyptian takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Egyptian looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A low kick lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov sizes up Egyptian with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Egyptian.
Lermontov feints a counter leg kick.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Egyptian is just out of range.
Lermontov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Egyptian counters with a low kick, right behind Lermontov 's knee.
Egyptian throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Egyptian misses with a straight left.
Lermontov feints and then cracks Egyptian's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Egyptian down. #T2#
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!
Lermontov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Egyptian's head backwards.
Lermontov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Egyptian finds it's way round the side to connect with Lermontov's head.
Lermontov misses with a body kick.
Nice body punch from Lermontov.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a leg kick that knocks Egyptian off balance momentarily.
Egyptian takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Egyptian moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Egyptian staying out of range there.
Lermontov cracks Egyptian with an open hand slap.
A slapping leg kick lands for Egyptian.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Egyptian.
Jab by Lermontov.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Lermontov lunges at Egyptian with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Egyptian's hand.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Egyptian is avoiding it.
Lermontov connects with the punch.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Egyptian moved out of range.
Lermontov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Egyptian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Egyptian moved out of range.
Lermontov lands a nice looking body shot.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Lermontov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A low kick lands for Lermontov. #KD#
Egyptian drops Lermontov with a beautiful combination! Lermontov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Egyptian is looking for the KO!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov lands a front kick.
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! Egyptian throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Lermontov is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the cage! Wow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Osiris Egyptian!
Osiris Egyptian spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: ICS 34
Date: May 24, 2020

#R1#
Beliy lands an overhand right.
Beliy looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
As Beliy backs off Lermontov throws a huge counter combo but Beliy manages to avoid it all.
Beliy misses with a hook
and Lermontov counters with a nice uppercut.
Lermontov defending well as Beliy loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Beliy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lermontov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Lermontov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lermontov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Beliy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC#
Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Beliy. Beliy obviously looking to wear him down.
Lermontov is still on wobbly legs! Can Beliy finish him?
Beliy cracks Lermontov on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Lermontov falls backwards against the cage. Beliy follows up with more strikes that drop Lermontov to his knees. Beliy keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Lermontov! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sasha Beliy!
Sasha Beliy very nearly forgot to thank Brooklyn Apothecary amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: ICS 27
Date: Apr 29, 2020

#R1#
Lermontov misses with a hook. Bamalog ducked under it nicely.
Bamalog is looking to counter punch.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Bamalog ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Bamalog moved out of range nicely.
We've been told by Bamalog's head coaches at Banana Stand that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bamalog walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lermontov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bamalog lands a jab.
Bamalog circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bamalog avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice defenses there by Bamalog.
Lermontov moves in looking to clinch but Bamalog pushes him off.
Bamalog on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lermontov lands with a nice combination. Bamalog backs away looking to recover.#CL2#
Lermontov clinches with his opponent.
Bamalog lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bamalog scores with a hook to the body.
Lermontov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov works on Bamalog's body with a couple of short punches.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog misses with a body punch. #T1#
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lermontov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bamalog lands a shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Bamalog fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bamalog.
Bamalog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lermontov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Lermontov blocks a body shot from Bamalog.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Bamalog on the inside.
Bamalog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Lermontov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lermontov throws a jab when Bamalog was well out of range.
Lermontov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Bamalog as he connects with a hook.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov throws a right and a left that Bamalog avoids nicely.
Bamalog tries to counter by clinching up but Lermontov breaks away and moves out of range.
Bamalog wants to clinch.#T2#
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Donk. Bamalog catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.
Lermontov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bamalog will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Bamalog does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov swings for the body but Bamalog moves out of range.
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Lermontov instigates a clinch.
Lermontov lands a left hand.
Bamalog throws a punch but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Lermontov tries a body shot but Bamalog blocks it.
Bamalog lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lermontov.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Bamalog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bamalog lands with a short shot to the head.
Bamalog misses with some punches.
Bamalog lands with a light punch inside.
Lermontov pushes Bamalog back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
Bamalog lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Lermontov lands a hook that snaps the head of Bamalog backwards.
Bamalog swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov scores with a shoulder strike.
Bamalog blocks an uppercut.
Bamalog cracks Lermontov with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Lermontov manages to break the clinch.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Bamalog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bamalog misses the jab.
Bamalog tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.#CL#
Bamalog forces Lermontov back against the cage and clinches.
Bamalog has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov.
Bamalog works on Lermontov's body with a couple of short punches.
Lermontov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bamalog lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bamalog gets through Lermontov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bamalog blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bamalog lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Bamalog tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short left from Bamalog. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bamalog creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bamalog blocking some punches.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Bamalog misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bamalog uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bamalog lands a nice uppercut.
Bamalog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lermontov lands with a short shot to the head.
Lermontov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bamalog tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it. #BC2#
Lermontov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
A big right from Bamalog misses.
Bamalog throws a body shot but no joy.
Bamalog scores with the left hand. Lermontov knows he should have avoided that one.
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 Teke Bamalog will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bamalog lands a right hook to the body.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lermontov.
Bamalog tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Bamalog.
Lermontov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Bamalog throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bamalog.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bamalog.
Bamalog sizes up Lermontov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bamalog throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Lermontov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lermontov throws a solid leg kick but Bamalog takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lermontov.
Bamalog throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Bamalog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bamalog lunges at Lermontov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lermontov's hand.
Bamalog moves to clinch but Lermontov breaks away
and Lermontov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bamalog tries to land a leg kick but Lermontov saw it coming and moves away.
Lermontov cracks Bamalog with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov checks a leg kick. #T1#
Lermontov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bamalog gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bamalog throws a shot to the body.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Bamalog is out of range.
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Bamalog circles away and keeps his distance.
Bamalog lands with a straight right. Lermontov didn't see that one coming.
Lermontov tries a head kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Bamalog misses its target.
Bamalog swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Bamalog misses with a few strikes there.
Lermontov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bamalog misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Bamalog keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Bamalog.
Bamalog avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Bamalog moves out of range.
Lermontov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Lermontov looks to land a combination but Bamalog avoids it well.
Bamalog lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bamalog takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jab, jab by Bamalog - just one landing.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Bamalog is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Lermontov tries a head kick but it misses.
Lermontov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bamalog was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bamalog keeps Lermontov at a distance using the push kick.
Bamalog blocks a jab.
Bamalog misses with a low kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bamalog.
Bamalog misses with a low kick.
Bamalog tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bamalog.
Bamalog scores with a jab to the head.
Bamalog walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lermontov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bamalog is looking to clinch.
Bamalog misses the jab.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Bamalog missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Bamalog.
Bamalog tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bamalog's hands.
Bamalog misses with a straight right.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Bamalog is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Bamalog closes the distance and clinches.
Bamalog lands with a light punch inside.
Lermontov tries to work over Bamalog's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Lermontov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Bamalog darts in and clinches Lermontov up against the cage.
Bamalog misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
Bamalog can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
A short uppercut from Lermontov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bamalog tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bamalog throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head.
Bamalog lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov. #T4#
Bamalog lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bamalog blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bamalog lands with a left to the head.
Bamalog lands a right hand.
Lermontov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lermontov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bamalog misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov lands with a left to the head.
Bamalog tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bamalog prevents a body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lermontov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Bamalog.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bamalog.
Lermontov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bamalog scores with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Teke Bamalog will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A slapping body kick lands there for Bamalog.
Lermontov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bamalog on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lermontov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bamalog looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lermontov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bamalog has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bamalog and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bamalog feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lermontov's calf.
Bamalog staying out of range there.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bamalog.
The fighters circling - Bamalog throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bamalog has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lermontov.
Lermontov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bamalog under the eye.
Bamalog misses with a straight right.
Bamalog throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov lands a nice looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bamalog does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bamalog lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A big left from Bamalog misses. #T1#
Bamalog throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bamalog comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lermontov lands a jab to the nose.
Bamalog tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bamalog.
Bamalog misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Lermontov moves out of range as Bamalog strikes.
Lermontov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bamalog cracks Lermontov with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Bamalog has Lermontov up against the cage in a clinch.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bamalog uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bamalog blocks an uppercut.
Bamalog misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bamalog.
Lermontov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lermontov misses with the head strike. #T2#
Lermontov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bamalog misses with the head strike.
Bamalog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bamalog blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Lermontov manages to break the clinch.
Bamalog wants to clinch up but Lermontov keeps it at a distance.
Bamalog throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bamalog takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov slips a jab and a cross from Bamalog.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bamalog moves away.
Nice uppercut there from Bamalog.
Bamalog stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bamalog.
Bamalog moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Nice body kick there by Bamalog.
Bamalog displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Lermontov tries to land a leg kick but Bamalog saw it coming and moves away. #T3#
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bamalog.
Lermontov scores with a hook to the body. Bamalog takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lermontov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bamalog. Bamalog obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Lermontov moves into range and clinches up with Bamalog.
Bamalog lands a nice uppercut.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bamalog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bamalog controls his hands.
Lermontov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bamalog lands with a right to the head.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
Bamalog lands a body punch.
Lermontov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Bamalog lands with a right to the head.
A shot in the inside from Bamalog.
Bamalog lands on the inside with an uppercut.
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!
Lermontov is trying to force a seperation but Bamalog has the dominant position.
Bamalog lands with a right to the head.
Fiyero Lermontov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bamalog tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it. #BC2#
Lermontov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov slips a jab from Bamalog.#T4#
Bamalog jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bamalog misses with a body shot.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bamalog sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bamalog misses with a body shot.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Bamalog connects with a leg kick. Lermontov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bamalog manages to avoid it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bamalog. That's going to slow Lermontov down.
Bamalog is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Bamalog ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Bamalog blocks a jab.
Bamalog scores with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bamalog.
Bamalog misses with a looping left.
Lermontov scores with a head kick. Bamalog tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#
It looks like Teke Bamalog has been cut.
Bamalog throws a front kick that sends Lermontov stumbling back into the cage.
Lermontov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Teke Bamalog showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bamalog 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: ICS 16
Date: Mar 22, 2020

#R1#
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've been informed that Lermontov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Lermontov misses with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Song. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov blocks a jab.#CL2#
Lermontov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Lermontov pulls Song into guard.
Song wants to get up but he can't break Lermontov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lermontov trying to keep a closed guard but Song is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Lermontov looking for subs off his back but Song has passed one foot through into half guard. #SU#
Song stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Lermontov to get to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov throws a head kick but Song moves out of range.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Song lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Song moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Song swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Song throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Song saw that one coming.
Song is looking to counter with head kicks.
Lermontov throws a good cross that connects.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lermontov misses with a body shot.
Song delivers a nice body kick.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Song was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lermontov motions for Song to come forward. Lermontov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov doesn't manage to clinch there - Song circles away.
Lermontov throws a leg kick that misses.
Good leg kick by Song there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov flicks out a counter leg kick but Song steps away.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Song.
Lermontov ducks right into an uppercut from Song.
Song connects with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov looks to land a combination. Song sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Song swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Song.
It looked like Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Song checks a leg kick.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Lermontov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lermontov wants to land a leg kick but Song is out of range.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Song.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Song can pounce on him.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Song.
Song lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Song.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Lermontov thinks about the counter body kick.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Song.
Song feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lermontov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lermontov moves out of range as Song strikes.
Lermontov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov defending well as Song loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Song does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Song throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Song avoids them all with ease.
Song misses with a hook.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Song tries to score with a low kick but Lermontov moves his leg out of the way.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Song.
Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Song throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov misses with a few strikes there.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Song avoids them all with ease.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
Song blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Lermontov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lermontov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Song circles away and keeps his distance.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Song checks a leg kick.
Song throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Song slips under a jab.
Song tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Song throws a body kick that misses.
Song uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov. #T4#
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Song.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Song's shoulder, as Song tries to avoid the shot.
Song swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice body kick there by Song.
Song throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Song throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
Song lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov misses with a head kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Song.
Lermontov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Song. Song obviously looking to wear him down.
Song moves out of range of the leg kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lermontov throws a head kick but Song moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slow jab from Song misses its intended target.
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 Min-Sik Song will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Song wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lermontov walks into a stiff left hand from Song.
Song swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Lermontov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Song.
Song lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Song swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Song misses with a looping left.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Song on the side of the head.
Song throws a leg kick but Lermontov checks it.
Song ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Some bone on bone action there as Song checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Song lands with a shot to the body.
Lermontov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Min-Sik Song is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Song saw that one coming.
Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Song walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Song throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.
Song throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Song misses.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Song swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Lermontov misses with a leg kick.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Song swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Song lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lermontov throws a leg kick that misses.
Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Song moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Song avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Song has time to react.
Lermontov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Song takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Song misses with a straight right.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Song moves away.
Lermontov looks for the body kick but Song saw that one coming.
Lermontov blocks a low kick nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Song misses the target.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Song sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Song tried to counter with a leg kick but Lermontov avoided it.
An inside leg kick from Song misses.
Song lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Song's hands.#T2#
Lermontov throws an off balance right hand
and Song makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Song cracks Lermontov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Song thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lermontov if he has to take too many more of those.
Nice shot lands for Song.
Song uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Song tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Song jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Song avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Song ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov walks into a jab.
Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov moves out of range as Song strikes.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Song counters with an inside leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Song as he connects with a hook.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Song is having none of it.
Lermontov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Song.
Lermontov only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T3#
Lermontov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Song manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Song is out of range.
Lermontov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Song lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Song.
Song misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses Song's front leg but catches the back leg as Song tries to avoid it.
Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Song on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lermontov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Song.
Lermontov moves in looking to clinch but Song pushes him off.
Lermontov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Song misses with a leg kick.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Song throws a wild body kick that Lermontov sees coming a mile off.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Song swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target. #T4#
Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Song is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
A telegraphed right hand from Song misses the target.
Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov swings for the body but Song moves out of range.
It looked like Song was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lermontov.
Song slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lermontov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Song sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Song can pounce on him.
Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov cracks Song with a right hand to the side of the head.
Song slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov is looking to slow Song down with leg kicks.
Lermontov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov swings for the body but Song moves out of range.
Lermontov moves in looking to clinch but Song pushes him off.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lermontov scoring well with a low kick there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Song darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
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 Min-Sik Song will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Lermontov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Song moved out of range.
Song connects with a single shot there.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Song misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Song scores with a shot to the body.
Song throws a leg kick but Lermontov checks it.
Song misses with a head kick.
Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a shot to the body.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Song connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Song is having none of it.
Song throws a head kick that misses.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Song moved out of range nicely.
Song is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lermontov scores with a hook to the body. Song takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Song swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Song finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Song.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice shot lands for Song.#T1#
Song throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Song.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Song's head but Song sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Song looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Song misses with a looping left.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Song can pounce on him.
A jab lands there for Song.
Song lands a jab to Lermontov's midsection.
Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Song can pounce on him.
Song throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Song moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Song swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
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!
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Song dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lermontov. That did some damage!
Song lands a nice shot to the body.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Song takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Song throws a poor cross that misses
and Lermontov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Song throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Song looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Song.
Song misses with a looping left.
Song throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Song ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Song throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Song scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Song staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target. #T3#
Song on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lermontov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Song misses with a head kick.
Lermontov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Song slips under a jab.
Song stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lermontov.
Song connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Song swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Song.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Song saw that one coming.
Song throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Song scores with a jab. Lermontov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Song throws a half hearted mid kick.
Song throws a big shot that misses.
Song connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice shot by Song.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Song tries to work over Lermontov's front leg with a kick but Lermontov checks it.
Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T4#
Lermontov throws a jab when Song was well out of range.
Lermontov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lermontov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Song ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lermontov feints and then cracks Song's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Song down.
Song tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
Lermontov throws a body kick that misses.
Song throws a big shot that misses.
Song lands a really nice looking cross but Lermontov seems unphased.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Song.
Song connects with a looping right hand.
Song connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov throws a sloppy head kick and Song moves out of range easily.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Song moves out of range.
Song throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good shot there by Song.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Song scores with a hook.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Song.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Min-Sik Song clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Lermontov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Song takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL2#
Lermontov clinches up against the cage.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Song working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Song fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov blocking some punches.
Song swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Lermontov blocks a body shot from Song.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Song escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lermontov lands a head shot.
Song misses the jab.
Song misses with a low kick as Lermontov jumps back.
A big right from Song misses.
Lermontov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Song missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Song tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Song.#T1#
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lermontov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Song will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Song throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Song waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
A countering left hand to the body from Lermontov misses.
Song tries to work over Lermontov's front leg with a kick but Lermontov checks it.
Lermontov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Song throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Lermontov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Lermontov scores with a four punch combination!
Song ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov takes one on the button.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Song moves out of range.
Song ducks right into an uppercut from Lermontov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov connects with a solid leg kick.
Lermontov dips to his left and cracks Song with an uppercut!
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Song moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Song. #T2#
Nice straight punches there by Song. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Song.
Lermontov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Song connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Song throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Song walks into a left hand.
Song waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Song stuns Lermontov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lermontov lands with a nice combination. Song backs away looking to recover.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Song slips the punch.
Song throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Good shot there by Lermontov.
Song lands a body shot.
Lermontov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Song.
Song pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range and Song settles back down.
Song looks for the body kick but Lermontov saw that one coming. #T3#
Song scores with a nice right hand.
Lermontov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Song dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Song.
Lermontov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
That kick from Song tenderised Lermontov's leg. Lermontov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Song uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lermontov cracks a nice hook into Song's ribs.
Song throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lermontov. That's going to slow Song down.
Lermontov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Song. Song obviously looking to wear him down.
Lermontov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
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!
Lermontov moves out of range as Song strikes.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Song can pounce on him.
Nice defenses there by Song.
Song fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4#
Song swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Song throws a front kick aimed at Lermontov's knee but Lermontov avoids it well.
Song dodges the punch combination from Lermontov.
Song cracks a nice hook into Lermontov's ribs.
Song misses with an uppercut.
A nice side step and Lermontov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lermontov looks to land a body kick but Song moved away.
It looked like Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Song throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Song slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Song ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Song.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A bone on bone clash there as Song blocks the leg kick.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov moves out of range as Song strikes.
Song moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Min-Sik Song will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Song does a little dance to reset his feet.
Song fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lermontov.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Song.
Song tries to score with a low kick but Lermontov moves his leg out of the way.
Song blocks a jab.
Lermontov lands a nice shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a right hand that Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Song also avoids with ease.
An inside leg kick from Song misses.
Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Song's shoulder, as Song tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Some bone on bone action there as Song checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lermontov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lermontov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Lermontov blocks a leg kick.
Lermontov throws a hook but Song avoids it easily.
Song punishes Lermontov's body with a nice straight punch.
Lermontov tries to clinch
enabling Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Song throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Song jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Song.
Song tries a low kick but Lermontov avoids it.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lermontov lands a head shot.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Song feints and then cracks Lermontov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lermontov down.
Lermontov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Song throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Song lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
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!
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Song.
Lermontov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Song throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Song lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lermontov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lermontov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Song throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Donk. Lermontov catches Song right on the button with a cross.
Song misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Song manages to avoid it.
Song slips under a jab.
Song takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lermontov lands a really nice looking cross but Song seems unphased.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Song.
Song checks a leg kick.
It looked like Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Song lands an overhand right.
Song swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Song avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3#
Lermontov moves forwards but Song connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Donk. Song catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Song moves out of range.
Song misses with a body kick.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Song moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
A little feinted left hand from Song on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Song tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov misses with a low kick as Song jumps back.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Song misses with a kick to the body.
Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Lermontov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Song throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Song showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lermontov.
Song tried to counter with a leg kick but Lermontov avoided it.
Fiyero Lermontov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Song throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov tries to land a leg kick but Song saw it coming and moves away. #T4#
Song throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
A bone on bone clash there as Song blocks the leg kick.
A good leg kick by Song.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lermontov.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Song throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Lermontov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Song connects with a body shot that sends Lermontov's belly button to the back.
Song clobbers Lermontov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lermontov walks into a jab.
Song scores with a hook to the body. Lermontov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Song counters with a nice body shot.
Song throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Song fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lermontov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lermontov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Song.
Lermontov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped Song's head back.
Lermontov cracks a nice hook into Song's ribs.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:45
Judge William Gold scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Min-Sik Song!
Min-Sik Song retains his lightweight title!
Min-Sik Song decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: ICS 11
Date: Feb 26, 2020

#R1#
Lermontov throws the left hand but Escobar avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Escobar eats them both and turns towards Lermontov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Escobar throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Escobar connects with a single shot there.
Lermontov misses with a left hand
and Escobar makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Escobar throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Lermontov moves into the clinch.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Escobar.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lermontov.
Escobar struggles to land a body shot inside as Lermontov controls his hands.
We've been informed that Lermontov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#BC#
Escobar breaks from the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Escobar throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Escobar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Escobar throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Escobar moved out of range nicely.
And Escobar counters with a quick kick to the body but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Escobar paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lermontov wants to clinch
and Escobar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Escobar slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to work over Escobar's front leg with a kick but Escobar checks it. #T1#
Escobar doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Escobar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Escobar misses with a shot to the body
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Escobar is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov swings for the body but Escobar moves out of range.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Escobar throws a leg kick which misses Lermontov's front leg but catches the back leg as Lermontov tries to avoid it.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Escobar throws out the jab.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Escobar misses with a straight left.
Escobar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Escobar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov tests Escobar's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lermontov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov throws a leg kick that misses.
Escobar throws out a leg kick but Lermontov moves out of range and Escobar only half commits.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Escobar throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.#T2#
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Escobar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Escobar.
Escobar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Escobar throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Escobar misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Escobar.
Escobar throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Escobar throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov throws a lazy head kick
and Escobar counters with a stiff right hand.
Escobar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook but Escobar blocks it.
Escobar tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov lands a jab.
Escobar throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Escobar. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Escobar moved out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Escobar. Those never looked like landing.
Escobar misses with a two punch combination.
Escobar cracks Lermontov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Escobar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Escobar digs a good body shot into Lermontov's ribs.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Escobar lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lermontov circles away quickly and effectively.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Escobar avoids the punch easily.
Escobar blocks a jab.
Escobar throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a nice head shot.
Escobar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Escobar. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Escobar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Escobar throws out a leg kick but Lermontov moves out of range and Escobar only half commits. #CL2#
Lermontov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Lermontov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice shot by Escobar.
Lermontov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Escobar had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
Lermontov feints and then cracks Escobar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Escobar down.
Donk. Escobar catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.
Escobar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A lazy left from Escobar finds it's target.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov flicks out a counter leg kick but Escobar steps away.
Lermontov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lermontov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Escobar takes one to the chin there.
Escobar is looking to chop away at Lermontov's legs.
Escobar throws a leg kick that misses.
Escobar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Escobar saw that one coming.
Escobar thuds a left hand into Lermontov's body.
Escobar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Escobar slips under a jab from Lermontov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Escobar takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Lermontov clinches with his opponent.
Escobar lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Escobar smiles and moves away.
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 Diego Escobar will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Escobar misses with an uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Escobar.
Lermontov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Escobar lands with a good body shot.
Escobar misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Escobar misses with a wild body shot.
Escobar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Escobar is looking to counter punch.
Lermontov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Escobar misses with a body punch
enabling Lermontov to counter with a crisp jab.
Escobar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov throws out a counter right but Escobar avoids it with no problem.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Escobar's head.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Escobar is out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Escobar lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lermontov takes a step back to recover.
Escobar moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Donk. Escobar catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.#T1#
Lermontov cracks Escobar with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Escobar ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Escobar looks to land a body kick but Lermontov moved away.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Escobar.
Escobar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Escobar throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Escobar scores with a leg kick.
Escobar tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Escobar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov defending well as Escobar loads up on a big left hand.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Escobar manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Escobar throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Escobar tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.#T2#
Lermontov misses with a body shot.
Escobar fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lermontov just manages to avoid it.
Escobar looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Escobar is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Escobar throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lermontov's head.
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Escobar throws a leg kick
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Escobar tries to land a front kick but Lermontov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lermontov throws a one two combo.
Lermontov tries to clinch there but Escobar circles away.
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice defenses there by Escobar.
A jab from Escobar finds it's way through Lermontov's defenses.
Lermontov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab from Lermontov.
Escobar gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Escobar throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov throws out a counter right but Escobar avoids it with no problem.
Escobar is looking to chop away at Lermontov's legs.
Lermontov lands a nice looking body shot.
Diego Escobar is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Escobar misses its intended target. #T3#
Escobar just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov misses with the combination.
Escobar fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lermontov just manages to avoid it.
Escobar avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Escobar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Escobar looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Escobar needs to keep his hands up - Lermontov had a free shot at his head there.
A cross from Escobar lands.
An inside leg kick from Escobar misses.
Nice cross by Lermontov.
A bone on bone clash there as Lermontov blocks the leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Escobar blocks the leg kick.
Escobar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Escobar.
Escobar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Escobar misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Escobar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Escobar's sensitive parts.
Jab from Lermontov.
Escobar slips under a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Escobar.
Lermontov slips under a jab.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lermontov.
Escobar throws a low kick but Lermontov avoids it.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
That kick from Escobar tenderised Lermontov's leg. Lermontov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lermontov swings for the body but Escobar moves out of range.
A jab from Escobar finds it's way through Lermontov's defenses.
Escobar wants to slow Lermontov down by chopping away at his legs.
Escobar staying out of range there.
Escobar defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand.
Escobar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Escobar lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Lermontov scores with a jab.
Escobar throws a leg kick but Lermontov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Escobar's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Escobar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A lazy left from Lermontov finds it's target.
Escobar throws out a powerful jab.
Lermontov slips a jab from Escobar.
Lermontov throws out a powerful jab.
Escobar getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Escobar scores with a leg kick.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Escobar.
Lermontov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Escobar stuns Lermontov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Escobar.
Nice jab there from Escobar.
Escobar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Escobar dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lermontov. That did some damage!
Escobar connects with a high kick.
Escobar misses with a jab, cross combination.
Escobar throws a sloppy body shot
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Escobar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Lermontov lands with an overhand left.
Escobar misses with a head kick.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Escobar fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lermontov checks it well.
Lermontov lands with a kick to the temple. Escobar shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Escobar keeps Lermontov at a distance using the push kick.
Escobar throws a leg kick that misses.
Escobar scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lermontov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Escobar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sloppy strikes from Escobar. Those never looked like landing.
Escobar looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Good standup being displayed there by Lermontov as he connects with a hook.
Escobar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Escobar lands a nice shot that snaps Lermontov's head back.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Escobar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
Escobar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
Escobar throws an off balance right hand
and Lermontov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Escobar moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Escobar doesn't seem bothered though.
Escobar will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lermontov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Escobar moves away.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Escobar just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov throws out a counter right but Escobar avoids it with no problem.
Escobar finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lermontov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Escobar. Escobar circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Escobar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab lands there for Escobar.
Escobar misses with a straight right.
Escobar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A solid body kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Escobar on the side of the head.
A big right from Lermontov misses. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Escobar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Escobar throws out a leg kick but Lermontov moves out of range and Escobar only half commits.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Escobar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Escobar tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
Escobar throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lermontov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Escobar fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lermontov checks it well.
Nice defenses there by Escobar.
A little feinted left hand from Escobar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov clobbers Escobar with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Escobar scores with a shot to the body.
Escobar attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Escobar throws a push kick but Lermontov slaps the foot to one side.
Lermontov misses with a body shot.
Lermontov misses with a double jab.
Escobar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lermontov.
Escobar lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lermontov's sensitive parts. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Escobar pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lermontov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Escobar's sensitive parts.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Escobar.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Escobar misses with a two punch combination.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Escobar looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Escobar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Lermontov dips to his left and cracks Escobar with an uppercut!
Escobar ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Escobar throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lermontov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Escobar momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Escobar lands with a cross.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Escobar.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Escobar tries to land a front kick but Lermontov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Fiyero Lermontov.
Well Lermontov 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: ICS 4
Date: Jan 15, 2020

#R1#
Schmidt explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Lermontov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schmidt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lermontov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Schmidt throws a leg kick that misses.
Schmidt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Schmidt tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schmidt.
Schmidt throws a wild body kick that Lermontov sees coming a mile off.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Schmidt moves out of range of the strikes.
Schmidt looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Schmidt scores with a kick to the midsection.
Schmidt throws a front kick aimed at Lermontov's knee but Lermontov avoids it well.
Schmidt attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Schmidt slips under a jab from Lermontov.
Schmidt lands a nice shot to the body.
Schmidt throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Schmidt's head but Schmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Schmidt.
Lermontov checks the leg kick.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Schmidt lands a lovely overhand right.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Schmidt is out of range.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Schmidt can pounce on him.
Lermontov throws the kick towards the body but Schmidt avoids it.
Lermontov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov moves out of range of the body kick from Schmidt.
Schmidt chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Schmidt misses the jab.
Lermontov throws a hook but Schmidt blocks it.
Schmidt is looking to slow Lermontov down with leg kicks.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Schmidt scoring well with a low kick there.
Lermontov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lermontov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Schmidt throws a head kick that misses.
Schmidt moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Schmidt throws a low kick but Lermontov moves out of range easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Lermontov misses its target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A bone on bone clash there as Lermontov blocks the leg kick.
Good leg kick by Schmidt there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T2#
Lermontov throws a body punch but Schmidt moves out of range.
Lermontov misses with the combination.
Schmidt misses with a looping left.
Lermontov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Schmidt misses with a kick to the body.
Lermontov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Schmidt shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Schmidt slips under a jab.
Lermontov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Schmidt staying out of range there.
Schmidt missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov misses with a double jab.
Lermontov's corner calls for a 1-2. Lermontov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schmidt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Good leg kick by Lermontov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Schmidt can pounce on him.
Lermontov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lermontov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Schmidt checks it well.
Schmidt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Schmidt tries to land a front kick but Lermontov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
An inside leg kick lands from Lermontov.
Schmidt with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Schmidt scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Schmidt slips under a jab.
A jab lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Schmidt swings widly with a right hand
and Lermontov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
Lermontov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Schmidt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Lermontov lands a right hook to the body.
Schmidt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lermontov to score with a decent uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov misses the jab.
Schmidt avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Schmidt. Those never looked like landing.
Schmidt misses with a two punch combination. #T4#
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Schmidt scores with a decent looking hook.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Schmidt is just out of range.
Lermontov lands a nice shot that snaps Schmidt's head back.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Schmidt shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lermontov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Schmidt swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lermontov throws out a powerful jab.
Schmidt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Schmidt punishes Lermontov's body with a nice straight punch.
Schmidt moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Schmidt blocks a jab.
Jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Schmidt saw that one coming.
Schmidt flicks out a counter leg kick but Lermontov steps away.
Lermontov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Schmidt throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Schmidt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
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 Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Schmidt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Schmidt takes one to the side of the head.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schmidt.
Lermontov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Schmidt takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lermontov scores with a hook to the body. Schmidt takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Schmidt connects with a solid leg kick.
Schmidt slips under a jab.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Schmidt might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Lermontov has got the better of the exchanges.
Lermontov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Schmidt can pounce on him.
Schmidt fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lermontov checks it well.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice body kick there by Lermontov.
Schmidt misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schmidt explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Schmidt explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Schmidt throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Schmidt gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov checks a leg kick nicely.
Lermontov motions for Schmidt to come forward. Lermontov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Schmidt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Schmidt lands a slapping body shot.
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Schmidt throws a push kick but Lermontov slaps the foot to one side.
Schmidt pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Schmidt turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Schmidt tries to land a leg kick but Lermontov saw it coming and moves away.
Schmidt moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Lermontov checks it.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Schmidt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Schmidt's head but Schmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov throws a sloppy body shot
and Schmidt counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lermontov's knee momentarily.
Schmidt misses the jab.
Lermontov moves out of range as Schmidt throws a body kick.
Schmidt throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schmidt scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Schmidt ducked under it nicely.
Schmidt takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T2#
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schmidt sees it coming and avoids it easily.
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!
Schmidt misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Schmidt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Schmidt scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Schmidt moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lermontov scores with a nice head shot.
Schmidt slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Schmidt thinks about the counter body kick.
Schmidt motions for Lermontov to come forward. Schmidt throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Schmidt looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Schmidt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov checks the leg kick.
Crunch! Schmidt slams his shin into Lermontov's torso.
Schmidt misses with a kick to the body.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schmidt throws out the jab.
Schmidt moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Schmidt misses with a low kick.
Lermontov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Schmidt's head.#T3#
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schmidt throws out a counter right but Lermontov avoids it with no problem.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schmidt now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Schmidt moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov throws a jab when Schmidt was well out of range.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Schmidt fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range.
Nice body kick from Schmidt.
Schmidt scores with a nice body kick.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the head.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schmidt throws out the jab.
Good work by Lermontov as he checks the leg kick.
Lermontov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Schmidt scores with a kick to the midsection.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov swings widly with a right hand
and Schmidt counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Schmidt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Schmidt!
Lermontov lands a nice shot that snaps Schmidt's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Schmidt slips the punch.#T4#
Schmidt tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Schmidt avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Schmidt throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses Schmidt's front leg but catches the back leg as Schmidt tries to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped Schmidt's head back.
Lermontov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Schmidt. Schmidt obviously looking to wear him down.
Schmidt buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Schmidt misses with a kick to the body.
A clash of legs there as Lermontov blocks the low kick.
Jab, jab by Lermontov - just one landing.
Decent striking displayed by Lermontov there.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Schmidt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lermontov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lermontov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schmidt on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Schmidt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Nice defenses there by Schmidt.
Schmidt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lermontov.
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 Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Schmidt throws a front kick that sends Lermontov stumbling back into the cage.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Schmidt's head but Schmidt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Schmidt's head backwards.
A lazy body kick from Schmidt
and Lermontov counters with an outside leg kick.
Schmidt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Schmidt on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Some bone on bone action there as Lermontov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Schmidt misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Schmidt. #TD2#
Schmidt shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Schmidt has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lermontov is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schmidt defends well.
Lermontov controls Schmidt momentarily but Schmidt frees himself. #T1#
Lermontov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Schmidt pushes his legs off easily.
Schmidt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schmidt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schmidt defends well.
Schmidt trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU2#
Schmidt decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lermontov, up you get!
Schmidt ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov moves out of range as Schmidt throws a body kick.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. Schmidt looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Schmidt cracks Lermontov with a good jab.
Schmidt lands with a thumping leg kick.
Schmidt pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lermontov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schmidt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lermontov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Schmidt looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
No joy there for Schmidt, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schmidt is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lermontov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A lazy left from Schmidt finds it's target.
Schmidt looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lermontov.
Schmidt will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T3#
Lermontov jabs Schmidt to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Schmidt throws a leg kick but Lermontov checks it.
A punch lands to the side of Schmidt 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lermontov connects with a single shot there.
Lermontov checks a low kick from Schmidt.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Schmidt swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Schmidt avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Schmidt throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Schmidt throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Schmidt wants to slow Lermontov down by chopping away at his legs.
Schmidt ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov blocks a low kick nicely.
Lermontov throws a counter high kick but Schmidt was just alert enough to avoid it.
Schmidt attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Schmidt moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Schmidt counters with a body kick.
Schmidt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fiyero Lermontov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lermontov throws a right and a left that Schmidt avoids nicely. #T4#
Lermontov lands a jab to the nose.
Schmidt ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the head.
Schmidt looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Schmidt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Dieter Schmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lermontov lands with an uppercut that bounces Schmidt off the cage and back into range.
Lermontov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Schmidt tries to land a front kick but Lermontov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lermontov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Schmidt tries to work over Lermontov's front leg with a kick but Lermontov checks it.
Lermontov takes a swing at Schmidt's ribcage but misses.
Schmidt rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Lermontov to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Schmidt.
Schmidt turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Schmidt scores with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Schmidt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Schmidt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Fiyero Lermontov.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lermontov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: Pride Xmas
Date: Dec 25, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A big left from Boxer misses.
As Boxer looks to move away, Lermontov throws a big counter combo but Boxer just gets out of the way.
Lermontov lands with an uppercut that bounces Boxer off the cage and back into range.
Boxer moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Boxer's head but Boxer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Boxer on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Boxer has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Boxer moved away.
Boxer jabs Lermontov right on the nose. Lermontov blinks but takes it well.
Boxer jabs Lermontov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lermontov clobbers Boxer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boxer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boxer scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boxer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Boxer.
Boxer scores with a jab.
Lermontov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A jab from Lermontov finds it's way through Boxer's defenses.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Boxer throws a counter combo.#T1#
Boxer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lermontov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lermontov lunges at Boxer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Boxer's hand.
Boxer thuds his right hand into Lermontov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Boxer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Boxer misses with a series of wild punches.
Boxer misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Boxer misses the target.
It looked like Lermontov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Boxer.
Boxer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Boxer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Boxer avoids the punch easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boxer blocks a jab.
Boxer blocks a jab.
Boxer unleashes a big counter combination but Lermontov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boxer misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
Boxer digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
Boxer throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Boxer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boxer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov.
Boxer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Boxer slips the punch.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Boxer's shoulder, as Boxer tries to avoid the shot.
Boxer looks to land a combination but Lermontov avoids it well.
Boxer throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lermontov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boxer under the eye.
Lermontov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A big right from Boxer misses.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Lermontov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boxer under the eye.
That kick from Lermontov tenderised Boxer's leg. Boxer is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Boxer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lermontov moves forwards but Boxer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Boxer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Boxer avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boxer throws a counter combo.
Lermontov misses with a series of wild punches.
Good shot there by Boxer.
Boxer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Lermontov cracks the inside of Boxer's front leg.
Boxer lands a jab to Lermontov's midsection.
Lermontov scores with a head kick.
Boxer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Boxer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boxer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Boxer slips a jab and a cross from Lermontov.
Boxer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boxer was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Boxer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boxer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov with a nice cross.
Boxer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Lermontov counters with a quick kick to the body but Boxer blocks it.
Boxer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lermontov at a distance.
Nice shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Boxer ducked under it nicely.
Jab from Boxer.
Boxer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a jab.
Boxer throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Boxer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lermontov can pounce on him.
Boxer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab from Boxer misses.
Boxer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Boxer's sensitive parts.
Boxer ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Boxer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Boxer looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Boxer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice body punch from Boxer.
Lermontov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boxer under the eye.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boxer.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Boxer moves out of range.
Boxer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boxer scores with a jab.
Boxer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Boxer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boxer can do to turn this around?
Lermontov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lermontov connects with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Boxer misses the target.
Lermontov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boxer throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov lands with a hook. Boxer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Boxer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Boxer ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook but Boxer avoids it easily.#T1#
Boxer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Boxer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov tests Boxer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Boxer misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov misses the body punch
and Boxer counters with a two punch combo.
Lermontov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boxer.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov misses with a low kick.
Lermontov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lermontov scores with a push kick.
Lermontov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boxer misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boxer.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lermontov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boxer.
Boxer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boxer.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Boxer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lermontov on the side of the head. #T2#
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Boxer.
Boxer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lermontov in his tracks.
Lermontov swings for the body but Boxer moves out of range.
Boxer throws a series of strikes that have Lermontov backpedaling.
A swing and a miss from Boxer.
Lermontov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Boxer avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov connects with a jab.
Boxer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Boxer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boxer scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov throws a hook but Boxer avoids it easily.
Boxer moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boxer jabs at Lermontov's body.
Boxer throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Boxer ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Boxer slips the punch.
As Lermontov backs off Boxer throws a huge counter combo but Lermontov manages to avoid it all.
Boxer looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Lermontov slips a straight right by Boxer.
Boxer misses with a double jab.
Boxer digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Boxer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice cross by Boxer.
Nice defenses there by Boxer.
Despite the aggression on Boxer's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lermontov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Boxer.
Lermontov stuns Boxer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boxer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boxer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boxer loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Boxer misses with a wild body shot.
Boxer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lermontov circles away quickly and effectively.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Boxer.
Lermontov takes one to the chin there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boxer.
Boxer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boxer.
Lermontov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Boxer counters with a one-two to the body. #ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Boxer swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Boxer to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Boxer misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Boxer moved out of range.
Boxer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boxer cracks Lermontov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Boxer checks it.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Boxer avoids the punch easily.
Boxer misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.
Boxer looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Boxer loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boxer misses with a few strikes there.
Boxer blocks the body kick.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Boxer.
Lermontov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kick Boxer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Boxer has time to react.
Boxer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lermontov throws out a leg kick but Boxer moves out of range and Lermontov only half commits.
Boxer stalks Lermontov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lermontov's face. Lermontov staggers backwards, shaken.
Lermontov scores with a hook to the body. Boxer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boxer misses with a wild combination.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Boxer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boxer throws a shot to the body.
Lermontov with a jab.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Boxer is just out of range.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Boxer is out of range.
Boxer slips under a jab from Lermontov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Boxer slips the punch.
Lermontov tries to land a leg kick but Boxer saw it coming and moves away.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Boxer looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Lermontov misses its target.
Boxer misses the jab.
Lermontov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Boxer.
Boxer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. Boxer should have avoided that one.
Lermontov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Boxer ducks down to avoid it.
Boxer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boxer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Boxer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boxer scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
Boxer blocks a jab.
Boxer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lermontov's head backwards.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Boxer.
Boxer slips a jab from Lermontov.
Boxer misses with a straight left.
Boxer throws a nice looking combination but Lermontov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov misses with a hook. Boxer ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Boxer moves out of range.
Boxer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lermontov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lermontov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boxer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov misses with a few strikes there.
Lermontov moves out of range as Boxer strikes.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Lermontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boxer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Boxer.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lermontov jabs Boxer right on the nose. Boxer blinks but takes it well.
Boxer tries to move into range but Lermontov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boxer misses with a few strikes there.
A jab lands there for Lermontov.
Boxer misses the shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Boxer misses with a body shot. #T3#
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Boxer's head backwards.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses.
Boxer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Boxer lands with a good body shot.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lermontov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nice defenses there by Boxer.
It seemed like Boxer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lermontov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boxer to score with a decent uppercut.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boxer swings for the body but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boxer.
Boxer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Boxer moves out of range.
Boxer throws out a counter right but Lermontov avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circling - Boxer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov dodges the punch combination from Boxer.
Lermontov lunges at Boxer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Boxer's hand.
Boxer looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lermontov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Boxer avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boxer! But no joy.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Boxer's head but Boxer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov throws a right hand that Boxer ducks under and follows up with a left that Boxer also avoids with ease.
Boxer looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boxer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov lands with a shot to the body.
Boxer misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Boxer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Fiyero Lermontov.
Well Lermontov 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Pride FC 63
Date: Nov 27, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Salvatore counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've been told by Lermontov's head coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Salvatore misses the body punch
and Lermontov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Salvatore staying out of range there.
Salvatore paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lermontov lands with an overhand left.
Salvatore misses with a straight right.
Nice defenses there by Salvatore.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Salvatore is out of range.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Salvatore.
Lermontov misses with a low kick as Salvatore jumps back.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Salvatore ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Salvatore on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov throws a hook but Salvatore blocks it.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Salvatore counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Salvatore missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Lermontov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Salvatore counters with a nice uppercut.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Lermontov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Salvatore throws a big shot that misses.
Salvatore bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Salvatore throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. #TD2#
Salvatore closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lermontov quickly recovers to half guard.
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!
Salvatore is looking to pass Lermontov's guard but actually Lermontov recovers to full guard.
Salvatore trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Salvatore controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lermontov keeping moving, preventing Salvatore from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Salvatore drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lermontov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Salvatore has Lermontov in his guard.#REVR#
Lermontov is looking to stand up but Salvatore won't let him. #T3#
Salvatore is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Lermontov has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Salvatore to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Lermontov is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Salvatore pulls down on the head and he's put Lermontov to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Enzo Salvatore!
After the big win, Enzo Salvatore made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors RESISTANCE and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Pride FC 57
Date: Nov 06, 2019

#R1#
Song is looking to score with low kicks.
Lermontov jabs Song right on the nose. Song blinks but takes it well.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Song moves out of range.
Song works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Song throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Song.
Lermontov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Lermontov thuds a left hand into Song's body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
An inside leg kick lands from Song.
Song scores with a decent looking hook.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Song.#CL#
Lermontov moves into range and clinches up with Song.
Song misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Song has him pressed against the cage.
Song lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Song lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Song misses with some punches.
Song lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Song lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Song. #BC2#
Song breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Song slips the punch.
Song feints a counter leg kick.
A jab from Song does it's job there.#T1#
A left lands for Song.
Song throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Song scores with a punch to the head.
Song avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov 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.
Lermontov lands a glancing blow to the side of Song's head.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Lermontov throws a jab when Song was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Song on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice shot lands for Lermontov.#CL#
Song gets tackled into the cage by Lermontov. Lermontov maintains the clinch.
Song lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Song tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Song misses with a punch on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Song turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Lermontov decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Song can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
Lermontov is working an open guard so Song takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2#
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Song takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Song moves away and avoids it.
Donk. Song catches Lermontov right on the button with a cross.
Lermontov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Song ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Song cracks Lermontov with an open hand slap.
Song moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lermontov moves out of range as Song strikes.
Song takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Song misses with a body kick.
Lermontov checks a low kick from Song.#CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
Song misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Song turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Song lands a body shot in the clinch. #TD#
Lermontov successfully pulls guard. #T3##SU2#
Song stands and steps away. Lermontov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Song tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
Song misses with a low kick.
Song looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Song jabs at Lermontov's body.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Song moved out of range nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Song. That's going to slow Lermontov down.
Lermontov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lermontov throws a jab when Song was well out of range.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Song is just out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Lermontov.
Some bone on bone action there as Lermontov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Song moved out of range.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Song moves out of range.
Song feints a counter leg kick.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Song avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Good standup being displayed there by Song as he connects with a hook.#T4#
Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lermontov's calf.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Song slips the punch.
Song throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Song misses the target.
Lermontov misses with a body shot.
Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Song fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lermontov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Song throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Song lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lermontov lands a right hook to the body. #CL#
Lermontov darts in and clinches Song up against the cage.
Song struggles to land a body shot inside as Lermontov controls his hands.
Lermontov jumps guard but Song turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Song breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Song fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Min-Sik Song dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Lermontov lands with a good body shot.
Song moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Song ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Song tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Song.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Song moved out of range.
Lermontov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Song manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov throws an off balance right hand
and Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov throws a hook but Song blocks it.
Lermontov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Song moves out of range as Lermontov throws a body kick.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Song is out of range.
Song connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lermontov. Lermontov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lermontov darts in trying to clinch
enabling Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Song moved out of range.
Min-Sik Song seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov takes a kick to the side of the head.#T1#
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Song circles away and keeps his distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Song. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Song throws a leg kick but Lermontov moved away.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Song manages to avoid it.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Song.
Nice uppercut there from Song.
Lermontov with a nice cross.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Song throws out the jab.
Song throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Song avoids the punch easily.
Nice jab there from Song.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Song pushes Lermontov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Lermontov manages to pull guard.
Lermontov is trying to keep Song in close. #SU2#
Song stands up from Lermontov's guard - Song perhaps looking for a knockout.
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!
Lermontov misses with a hook. Song ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped Song's head back.
Lermontov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A leg kick checked by Lermontov.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Song does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Song throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lermontov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Song lands a right hook to the body.
Song avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a body kick.
Song scores with a spinning back kick!
Lermontov looks to land a right hand but Song moved out of range.
Lermontov thumps Song with a low kick.
Song cracks the inside of Lermontov's front leg.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov doesn't manage to clinch there - Song circles away.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Song.
An attempted straight right counter from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Song.
Song throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Song misses.
Song connects with a leg kick. Lermontov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T3#
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lermontov, as that shot connected.
Song moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov throws a head kick but Song moves out of range.
Song moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Song gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Song throws a body shot but no joy.
A good leg kick by Song.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot lands for Lermontov.
Song takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Song moves away and avoids it.
Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Song misses with a leg kick.
Lermontov blocks a head kick by Song.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Song is avoiding it.
Lermontov backing away here, and Song unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Song ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd cheers as Song lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lermontov doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
Song with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lermontov to score with a decent uppercut.#CL#
Lermontov moves into the clinch successfully.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Song misses with some punches.
Song lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Song lands a body shot.
Song tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Song.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Song.
Song lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Song's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Song throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Song lands an overhand right.
Lermontov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Song attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov takes one to the chin there.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Song saw that one coming.
Song thuds a left hand into Lermontov's body.
Song is looking to slow Lermontov down with leg kicks.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Song.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Min-Sik Song will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
A little jabbing left from Song on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Song throws a leg kick but Lermontov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Song connects with a solid leg kick.
Song avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Song defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Lermontov has closed the distance and engaged Song in a clinch.
Song working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Song breaks from the clinch.
Lermontov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Song lands the left hand.
Song lands a jab.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Song.
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!
Song moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Song tries a quick counter leg kick but Lermontov is wise to it.
Nice uppercut there from Lermontov.
Song misses the jab.
Song throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Lermontov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Song scores with a head kick. Lermontov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Song.
Song throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov checks a low kick from Song.
Song throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Song takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Song.
Song looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL#
Lermontov moves into range and clinches up with Song.
Song blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Song walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Song throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.#T2#
Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Song ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Song misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Song lands an overhand right.#CL#
Song tries to keep at a distance but Lermontov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lermontov jumps guard but Song stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Song gets through Lermontov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Song lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Song to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Song has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lermontov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Song can turn it around.#TD#
Lermontov pulls guard effortlessly.
Song wants to get up but he can't break Lermontov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Song must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lermontov controls Song momentarily but Song frees himself. #T3##SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Song defends well.
Song wants to get up but he can't break Lermontov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Song wanted to stand there but Lermontov had control of the position.
Fiyero Lermontov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lermontov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Song goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Song throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lermontov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lermontov's calf.
Song slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Song looks for the body kick but Lermontov saw that one coming.
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Song throws a solid leg kick but Lermontov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Song.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Song avoids the punch easily.
Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov swings for the body but Song moves out of range.
Song lands a body shot.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Min-Sik Song comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Song 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Min-Sik Song!
After the fight, Min-Sik Song was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Pride FC 49
Date: Oct 02, 2019

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

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

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

Event: Pride FC 43
Date: Sep 01, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov misses the jab.
Chernokov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lermontov misses with the combination.
Jab, jab by Chernokov - just one landing.
Chernokov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Chernokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Lermontov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Chernokov throws a series of punches but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chernokov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
As Lermontov tries to get set, Chernokov tries to push him back and clinch up but Lermontov manages to avoid the attempt.
Chernokov takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov defending well as Chernokov loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov lands the left hand.
Lermontov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Chernokov on the side of the head.
Chernokov misses with a hook to the body
and Lermontov counters with a nice uppercut.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Chernokov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chernokov throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lermontov throws a nice head kick!
Chernokov takes a jab right on the kisser. #T1#
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Chernokov slips the punch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lermontov.
Chernokov cracks Lermontov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov slips a jab from Chernokov.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chernokov.
Chernokov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Chernokov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lermontov swings for the body but Chernokov moves out of range.
Chernokov missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A swing and a miss from Chernokov.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Chernokov moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Chernokov tries to bum rush Lermontov with a series of wild strikes but Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Lermontov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lermontov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. Chernokov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T2#
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chernokov slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Chernokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Chernokov throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chernokov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fiyero Lermontov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A punch combination from Lermontov misses.
Chernokov is looking to counter punch.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
Chernokov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chernokov moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chernokov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lermontov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Chernokov misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chernokov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
Lermontov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T3#
Chernokov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Chernokov looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.#TD#
Chernokov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Lermontov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chernokov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Chernokov has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Lermontov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Chernokov is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Lermontov pulls down on the head and he's put Chernokov to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fiyero Lermontov!
A victorious Fiyero Lermontov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Pride FC 39
Date: Aug 14, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov scores with a nice head shot.#CL#
Lermontov instigates a clinch.
Harris misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Harris tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Harris lands a nice uppercut.
Lermontov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris won't allow it.
Harris tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lermontov avoids it.
Harris misses with the head strike.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Harris smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Harris tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Lermontov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Harris uses from the top position.
Harris wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Harris defends well.#T1#
Harris looking to pass the guard.
Harris landing with the ground and pound.
Harris stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lermontov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lermontov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Lermontov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Harris has passed into half guard!
Harris not doing much here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Harris lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Harris wants to pass to mount but Lermontov is defending the position. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Harris pulls his head out easily.
Harris controlling the action here.
Harris has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Harris thowing shots but they're missing.
Harris is trying to control here but Lermontov has managed to regain half guard.
Lermontov is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Harris pulls his head out easily. #T4#
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.
Harris controlling the action here. #SUB#
Lermontov actively working from the bottom here.
Lermontov wants to control but Harris is keeping busy.
Harris is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Harris decides to return to a standing position.
Harris throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Harris swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derek Harris dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Harris keeps the fight on the outside.
Harris swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Harris ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Harris throws a leg kick which misses Lermontov's front leg but catches the back leg as Lermontov tries to avoid it.
Harris slips under a jab.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Harris saw that one coming.
Harris chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good shot there by Harris.
Lermontov tries to score with a low kick but Harris moves his leg out of the way.
Harris tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Harris manages to avoid it.
Harris wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Harris uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Harris swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Lermontov pushes Harris up against the cage in a clinch.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Harris has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Harris trying to control the position but instead, Lermontov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Harris into the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Harris has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Harris blocks an uppercut.
Harris tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Harris tries a body shot but Lermontov blocks it.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Harris has him pressed against the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Harris to keep the fight standing.
Harris using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Harris blocks a body shot from Lermontov.
Harris with a knee to the head.
Harris misses with the head strike.
Harris looking to throw knees to the head but Lermontov is blocking nicely.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris won't allow it.
Harris misses with some punches.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD#
Lermontov pulls Harris into guard.
Harris engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Harris trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Harris trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom.
Harris looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Harris wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving. #T3#
Harris is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Harris is looking to work some ground and pound but Lermontov has wrist control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Harris is aware though and is defending well.#SU2#
Harris stands up and waves to Lermontov to follow him.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Harris moves out of range.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Harris is having none of it.
Lermontov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Harris. Harris obviously looking to wear him down.
Harris wants to land a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov misses with a low kick as Harris jumps back.#CL#
Lermontov moves into the clinch.
Lermontov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Harris misses with a short punch on the inside.
Harris connects with a knee to the head.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Harris to keep the fight standing.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Harris blocks a body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a nice uppercut.
Harris works on Lermontov's body with a couple of short punches.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lermontov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harris doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Harris working aggressively here.
Harris looking to throw knees to the head but Lermontov is blocking nicely.
Lermontov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Harris.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derek Harris showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice defenses there by Harris.
Harris uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Harris doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Harris misses with a head kick.
Harris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Harris throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Harris manages to avoid it.
Derek Harris seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov tries to land a front kick but Harris steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Harris.
Harris misses with a body kick.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Harris throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov works the jab nicely.
Lermontov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #CL#
Lermontov pushes Harris up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harris connects with a nasty looking knee right to Lermontov's face.
Harris crunches a lovely knee into Lermontov's ribcage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Harris.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harris misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Harris has him pressed against the cage.
Lermontov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Harris lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Harris blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harris misses with a short punch on the inside.
Harris misses with the head strike.
Harris lands a hook that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Harris doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A shot in the inside from Harris.
Lermontov jumps guard but Harris turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Harris turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Harris is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lermontov is defending well for now.
Harris scores with a shot to the side of Lermontov's head.
Harris lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lermontov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris holds him up against the cage and eventually Lermontov drops back down to his feet.
Lermontov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T2#
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Harris walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lermontov 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.#CL2#
Harris rushes Lermontov and presses him up against the cage.
Lermontov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Harris lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Derek Harris seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Harris works on Lermontov's body with a couple of short punches.
Harris lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Harris won't allow it.
Lermontov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Harris lands with a short shot to the head.
Harris misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.
Lermontov takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lermontov.
Harris lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
Lermontov pulls guard effortlessly.
Lermontov being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Harris doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Harris manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Harris with a flurry of punches that miss.
Derek Harris is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Harris defends well.
Harris's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fiyero Lermontov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Derek Harris has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Harris is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Harris stopping the sweep attempt from Lermontov.
Harris chips away with some ground and pound.
Harris stays in close to Lermontov's body and controls the position. #SU2#
Harris gets to his feet - Lermontov follows without any prompting.
Harris is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lermontov rather than just go for the knockout.
Harris throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lermontov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Harris has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Harris and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Harris now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Harris checks the leg kick nicely there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Harris! But no joy.
Lermontov tries a low kick but Harris avoids it.
Harris throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lermontov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lermontov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Harris comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Harris 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Pride FC 34
Date: Jul 20, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Intruder closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lermontov circles away.
Intruder scores with a sloppy right hand. Lermontov should have avoided that one.
Intruder looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Good exchange - Lermontov coming out on top.
Intruder swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Intruder connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Intruder misses with a hook.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Intruder.
Lermontov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Intruder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a big counter combination but Intruder scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Intruder tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lermontov is able to avoid easily.
Intruder moves into range and connects with a jab.
Intruder connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov misses with a series of wild punches.
Intruder misses with a straight right.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Intruder saw that one coming.
Intruder wants to slow Lermontov down by chopping away at his legs.
Lermontov is looking to counter with a body kick.#T1#
Lermontov moves out of range as Intruder strikes.
Lermontov tries to clinch up.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses Intruder's front leg but catches the back leg as Intruder tries to avoid it. #CL#
Lermontov has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Intruder.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Intruder.
Intruder tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lermontov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Intruder backwards.
Intruder blocks an uppercut.
Intruder working aggressively here.
Lermontov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Intruder.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov has a couple of punches blocked by Intruder.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Intruder.
Lermontov tries to throw a body punch but Intruder avoids it by throwing Lermontov back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Lermontov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Intruder has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Intruder lands a hook that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Intruder uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Lermontov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Intruder's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the side of Intruder's head.
Lermontov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Intruder fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Intruder.
Intruder pushes Lermontov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Intruder lands a nice uppercut.
Intruder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Intruder pushes Lermontov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Intruder lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Intruder.
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Intruder lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Lermontov lands a nice uppercut.#T3#
A short right from Intruder.
Intruder presses Lermontov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Intruder throws a punch but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Intruder throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head.
A right hook to the body lands for Intruder.
A hook to the body from Intruder.
Intruder working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Intruder misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Intruder. #ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short uppercut from Intruder.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov lands a hook that snaps the head of Intruder backwards.
Intruder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
Lermontov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.
Intruder lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Intruder presses Lermontov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Intruder.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Lermontov lands with a right to the head.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Intruder's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Intruder misses with a body punch.
Intruder working aggressively here.
A body shot lands from Intruder.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Intruder lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Intruder works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Intruder stalling in the clinch but Lermontov improves position.
Intruder swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Intruder throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Intruder pushes Lermontov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Intruder fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Intruder scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Intruder.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Intruder.
Intruder digs a right hand underneath Lermontov's ribcage. Lermontov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bed Intruder dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Lermontov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Intruder's sensitive parts. #KD2#
Intruder catches Lermontov napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Lermontov to the canvas!
Lermontov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Intruder trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Lermontov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Intruder off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Intruder misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
Lermontov misses with a punch on the inside.
Intruder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lermontov lands a shoulder strike.
Intruder lands an uppercut.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Intruder lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Intruder as the two fighters clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Intruder. #T1#
Intruder lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lermontov lands an uppercut.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Intruder working aggressively here.
Intruder has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lermontov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder scores with a shot to the side of Lermontov's head.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bed Intruder seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Intruder gets through Lermontov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
Lermontov gets through Intruder's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Intruder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Intruder.
Intruder tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Intruder back against the cage.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lermontov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Intruder lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
A short right from Intruder on the inside.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Intruder. #T2#
Intruder goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lermontov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Intruders head.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Intruder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder pushes Lermontov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Intruder lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Intruder or not.
Intruder has Lermontov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lermontov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Intruder lands an uppercut.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Intruder scores with a nice short uppercut.
Intruder blocking some punches.
Intruder stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Intruder scores with a shoulder strike.
Intruder pushes Lermontov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Intruder scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Intruder lands an uppercut.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Intruder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Intruder misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Intruder lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short body shot lands from Intruder as the two fighters clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Intruder - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Intruder.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Intruder lands a nice uppercut.
Lermontov lands with a short shot to the head.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Intruder working aggressively here.
Intruder struggles to land a body shot inside as Lermontov controls his hands.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Intruder uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Intruder lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Intruder digs a right hand underneath Lermontov's ribcage. Lermontov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Intruder misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Intruder has hold of one of Lermontov's legs. Lermontov is fighting the takedown attempt but Intruder gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Intruder trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Intruder working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Intruder trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Intruder working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Intruder loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #ES#
Lermontov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Intruder off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Lermontov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Intruders jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bed Intruder showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Intruder!
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov wants to clinch.
A clash of legs there as Intruder blocks the low kick.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Intruder sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bed Intruder seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Intruder counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Lermontov moves into the clinch.
Intruder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Intruder misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Intruder lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov prevents a body shot from Intruder.
Intruder blocking some punches.
Intruder throws a punch but it's blocked by Lermontov.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Intruder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Intruder blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Intruder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lermontov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder swings wildly with an uppercut but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Intruder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Intruder lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lermontov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Intruder blocking some punches.
Lermontov has a couple of punches blocked by Intruder.
Lermontov misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Intruder.
A left hand lands to the body for Intruder.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Intruder lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Intruder. #T2#
Intruder blocks a body shot from Lermontov.
Intruder lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Intruder blocks a body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov stops a takedown attempt from Intruder.
A short uppercut from Intruder.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Intruder.
Intruder lands with a short shot to the head.
Lermontov lands a left hand.
Lermontov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Intruder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Intruder.
Lermontov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Intruder makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Intruder throws a head punch that misses.
Lermontov lands with a short shot to the head.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Lermontov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Intruder scores with a nice short uppercut.
Intruder misses with a punch on the inside.
Lermontov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Intruder misses with a punch on the inside.
Intruder swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Intruder lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to work over Intruder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lermontov misses with a punch on the inside.
Intruder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Bed Intruder is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Intruder tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lermontov's elbow.
Lermontov presses Intruder against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from Intruder.
Lermontov lands a hook that snaps the head of Intruder backwards.
Intruder lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Fiyero Lermontov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Intruder lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
Intruder working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Intruder makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Intruder blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Intruder working aggressively here.
Intruder lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Intruder scores with a shot to the side of Lermontov's head.
Intruder lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A body shot lands from Intruder.
Lermontov has a couple of punches blocked by Intruder.
Intruder lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Intruder working aggressively here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bed Intruder comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Intruder 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Pride FC 27
Date: Jun 22, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov slips under a jab from Ozolinsh.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Lermontov pushes Ozolinsh up against the cage in a clinch.
Lermontov blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh misses with a punch on the inside.
Ozolinsh lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Ozolinsh has him pressed against the cage.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Ozolinsh fails to land. #TD#
Lermontov jumps into guard, dragging Ozolinsh to the mat.
Ozolinsh 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. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for subs off his back but Ozolinsh has passed one foot through into half guard.
Lermontov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1##SUB#
Lermontov has his foot on Ozolinsh's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ozolinsh works his way back into a safe position though.
We've been hearing good reports from Lermontov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Lermontov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ozolinsh has passed into half guard!
Ozolinsh is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lermontov is trying to maintain the position but Ozolinsh is very close to passing his half guard.
Ozolinsh wants to pass to mount but Lermontov is defending the position. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Lermontov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Ozolinsh passes into side control!
Ozolinsh controlling from side mount.
Lermontov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ozolinsh controls the position.
Lermontov prevents Ozolinsh from improving position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lermontov swings for the body but Ozolinsh moves out of range.
Ozolinsh looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ozolinsh moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ozolinsh throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lermontov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ozolinsh doesn't seem bothered though.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Ozolinsh is avoiding it.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Teodors Ozolinsh 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##CL#
Lermontov forces Ozolinsh back against the cage and clinches.
Ozolinsh working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ozolinsh to keep the fight standing.
Ozolinsh throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Ozolinsh forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ozolinsh tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ozolinsh working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Lermontov drags the fight down to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ozolinsh is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ozolinsh defends well.
Lermontov being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Lermontov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Ozolinsh is pushing down on Lermontov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lermontov is fighting to maintain full guard but Ozolinsh has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lermontov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ozolinsh is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Lermontov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ozolinsh escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ozolinsh!
Ozolinsh taking a breather here. #T3#
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom here.
Ozolinsh wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lermontov keeps working. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lermontov walks into a left hand.
That kick from Ozolinsh tenderised Lermontov's leg. Lermontov is trying to keep his angry face on.#T4#
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Ozolinsh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ozolinsh slips a jab from Lermontov.
Nice jab there from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a two punch combo.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ozolinsh paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ozolinsh now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
and Ozolinsh counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lermontov swings widly with a right hand
and Ozolinsh counters with an outside leg kick.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ozolinsh on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov wants to clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
That kick from Lermontov tenderised Ozolinsh's leg. Ozolinsh is trying to keep his angry face on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Teodors Ozolinsh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lermontov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ozolinsh has time to react.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses Ozolinsh's front leg but catches the back leg as Ozolinsh tries to avoid it. #CL#
Lermontov rushes Ozolinsh and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ozolinsh struggles to land a body shot inside as Lermontov controls his hands.
Ozolinsh lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ozolinsh working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ozolinsh.
Ozolinsh working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ozolinsh just stands there and leans against the cage.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ozolinsh lands a shot to the body.
Ozolinsh blocking some punches.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Ozolinsh turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ozolinsh lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lermontov jumps guard but Ozolinsh turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ozolinsh walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Ozolinsh moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ozolinsh ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lermontov swings widly with a right hand
and Ozolinsh scores with a counter punch that sends Lermontov to the canvas! Ozolinsh smells blood - he's punishing Lermontov with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Lermontov has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Teodors Ozolinsh!
An out of breath and clearly excited Teodors Ozolinsh thanked Reaper Combatwear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: TAFC: Lermontov v Canthropus
Date: May 18, 2019

#R1#
Lermontov cracks Canthropus Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Canthropus Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lermontov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Canthropus Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov jabs Canthropus Jr right on the nose. Canthropus Jr blinks but takes it well.
Canthropus Jr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lermontov's calf.
Canthropus Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Canthropus Jr throws a low kick but Lermontov avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Lermontov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.
Canthropus Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov blocks the body kick.
Lermontov tests Canthropus Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lermontov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Canthropus Jr misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Canthropus Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Canthropus Jr avoids the head kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Canthropus Jr moves out of range.
Canthropus Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Canthropus Jr moves away and avoids it.
Canthropus Jr steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Canthropus Jr on the side of the head.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Canthropus Jr's shoulder, as Canthropus Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lermontov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Canthropus Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Canthropus Jr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Canthropus Jr moves out of range. #CL#
Lermontov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lermontov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Canthropus Jr lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Canthropus Jrs head.
Lermontov misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Lermontov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Lermontov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Canthropus Jr tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Canthropus Jr back against the cage.
Lermontov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nice body punch from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lermontov prevents a body shot from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov scores with a shoulder strike.
Canthropus Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lermontov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the side of Canthropus Jr's head. #ROC#
Canthropus Jr is rocked!#T3#
Canthropus Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Canthropus Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Lermontov finish him?
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Canthropus Jr seems to have recovered his senses.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Canthropus Jr misses with some punches.
Canthropus Jr lands with a left to the head.
Lermontov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Canthropus Jr blocks an uppercut.
Canthropus Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Canthropus Jr misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
Lermontov has a couple of punches blocked by Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov swings wildly with an uppercut but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Canthropus Jr back against the cage.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov lands with a right to the head. #T4#
Lermontov lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Canthropus Jr breaks the clinch.
Canthropus Jr plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Lermontov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Canthropus Jr ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Canthropus Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Lermontov with a nice cross.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Canthropus Jr misses with a looping right.
Lermontov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Canthropus Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Canthropus Jr dodges the punch combination from Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Canthropus Jr in his tracks.
Canthropus Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov 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#
Canthropus Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut. Canthropus Jr saw that one coming.
Canthropus Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Canthropus Jr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Canthropus Jr slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr misses with a looping right.
Lermontov tries to move into range but Canthropus Jr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lermontov scores with a push kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Canthropus Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Canthropus Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lermontov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Canthropus Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Canthropus Jr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jab by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr connects with a nice looking jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lermontov, right into the meat.
Canthropus Jr throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Canthropus Jr manages to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Canthropus Jr works the jab nicely.
A big right from Lermontov misses. #CL#
Lermontov rushes Canthropus Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Canthropus Jr lands an uppercut.
Canthropus Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Lermontov controls his hands.
Fiyero Lermontov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Canthropus Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lermontov pushes Canthropus Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Canthropus Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lermontov lands a nice uppercut.
Lermontov lands a shoulder strike.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Canthropus Jr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Canthropus Jr blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Canthropus Jr manages to break the clinch.
Lermontov tests Canthropus Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Canthropus Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Canthropus Jr checks it. #CL#
Lermontov moves into range and clinches up with Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov lands a left hand.
Lermontov blocking some punches.
Lermontov tries to work over Canthropus Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Canthropus Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Canthropus Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr pushes Lermontov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Canthropus Jr blocking some punches.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the side of Canthropus Jr's head.
A short right from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Canthropus Jr backwards.
Canthropus Jr blocking some punches.
Canthropus Jr is trying to break free.
Canthropus Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
A short right from Lermontov. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Canthropus Jr can do to turn this around?#BC2#
Canthropus Jr breaks the clinch.
Lermontov drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Canthropus Jr right on the button. Canthropus Jr goes down! Lermontov follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Lermontov gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Fiyero Lermontov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Pit Canthropus Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'I blame this on my shit genetics. Fuck you Dad!'.

Event: TAFC: Mark v Ispa 2
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
Canthropus Jr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lermontov lands a jab.
Lermontov throws a chopping leg kick but Canthropus Jr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lermontov checks the leg kick.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Canthropus Jr moves away and avoids it.
Canthropus Jr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Canthropus Jr lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Lermontov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Canthropus Jr throws a jab when Lermontov was well out of range.
Lermontov lands a two punch combo.
Canthropus Jr throws out a leg kick but Lermontov moves out of range and Canthropus Jr only half commits.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Canthropus Jr is just out of range.
Lermontov lands a two punch combo. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Lermontov pulls Canthropus Jr into guard.
Lermontov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Canthropus Jr wants to stand but Lermontov is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1#
Canthropus Jr won't allow Lermontov to sweep him here. #SU2#
Canthropus Jr stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Canthropus Jr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Canthropus Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lermontov doesn't seem bothered though.
Canthropus Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Canthropus Jr moves away and avoids it.
Canthropus Jr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Canthropus Jr scores with a kick to the midsection.
Canthropus Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lermontov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Canthropus Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Canthropus Jr throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Canthropus Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Canthropus Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lermontov throws a leg kick that misses. #T2#
Canthropus Jr misses with a body kick.
And Lermontov counters with a quick kick to the body but Canthropus Jr blocks it.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov throws a jab when Canthropus Jr was well out of range.
Canthropus Jr is trying to counter with his kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Canthropus Jr throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Canthropus Jr misses the target.
Canthropus Jr is looking to land body kicks.
Lermontov looks to clinch
and Canthropus Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Good exchange - Canthropus Jr coming out on top.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Canthropus Jr manages to avoid it.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Canthropus Jr misses with a body shot.
Lermontov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Canthropus Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Lermontov as he connects with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lermontov, as that shot connected.
Good work by Lermontov as he checks the leg kick.#T3#
Canthropus Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Canthropus Jr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Some bone on bone action there as Canthropus Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL#
Lermontov gets a clinch.
Canthropus Jr prevents a body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov fails to pull guard.
Canthropus Jr blocking some punches.
Canthropus Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Canthropus Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov lands a shoulder strike.
Canthropus Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Canthropus Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Canthropus Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lermontov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Good body shot from Canthropus Jr. #BC2#
Canthropus Jr breaks from the clinch.
Lermontov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Canthropus Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Canthropus Jr throws a wild body kick that Lermontov sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Canthropus Jr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lermontov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lermontov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Canthropus Jr.
A head kick misses from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Canthropus Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook but Canthropus Jr avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Canthropus Jr! But no joy.
Lermontov misses with a double jab.
Canthropus Jr digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
Lermontov lands a nice hook to Canthropus Jr's body. Canthropus Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Canthropus Jr misses with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lermontov throws the kick towards the body but Canthropus Jr avoids it.
Canthropus Jr is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lermontov darts in trying to clinch
and Canthropus Jr counters with a nice body kick.
Canthropus Jr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
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 Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fiyero Lermontov is winning the standup battle so far.
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Canthropus Jr in his tracks.
Lermontov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Canthropus Jr moves away and avoids it.
Canthropus Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Lermontov looks to land a combination. Canthropus Jr sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Canthropus Jr moves away.
Canthropus Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Canthropus Jr connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov checks a leg kick.#T1#
Canthropus Jr throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Canthropus Jr makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lermontov really felt that one!
Lermontov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A shot to the liver by Canthropus Jr. Beautiful body shot.
Lermontov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Canthropus Jr! But no joy.
Lermontov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Good work by Canthropus Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Lermontov backing away here, and Canthropus Jr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Canthropus Jr.
Nice body punch from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr throws out a counter right but Lermontov avoids it with no problem.
Lermontov throws a low kick but Canthropus Jr moves out of range easily.
Canthropus Jr takes one to the chin there.
Canthropus Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Canthropus Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lermontov wants to clinch up but Canthropus Jr keeps it at a distance.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Canthropus Jr moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Lermontov tries to clinch but Canthropus Jr moves away
and Canthropus Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov is looking to clinch.
Lermontov wants to clinch up but Canthropus Jr keeps it at a distance.
Canthropus Jr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lermontov blocks the body kick.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the body.
Canthropus Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Canthropus Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Despite the aggression on Canthropus Jr's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Canthropus Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov looks to clinch
and Canthropus Jr counters with a good low kick that Lermontov was not able to check. #T3#
Canthropus Jr throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Canthropus Jr with a hook.
Lermontov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Canthropus Jr under the eye.
Lermontov lands a body shot.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Canthropus Jr moves out of range.
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick but Lermontov moves out of range.
Canthropus Jr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lermontov will feel that in the morning.
Canthropus Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Canthropus Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lermontov can pounce on him.
Lermontov tries to clinch up
and Canthropus Jr counters with a nice leg kick.
Canthropus Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Canthropus Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Canthropus Jr! But no joy.
Canthropus Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lermontov swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Canthropus Jr to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A low kick from Canthropus Jr is predictable there
and Lermontov counters with a thumping low kick.
Lermontov cracks Canthropus Jr with an open hand slap.
Lermontov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Canthropus Jr manages to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Canthropus Jr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nice body kick from Lermontov.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Canthropus Jr manages to avoid it.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. Canthropus Jr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Canthropus Jr is having none of it.
Canthropus Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Canthropus Jr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lermontov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov misses with a low kick.
Canthropus Jr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Canthropus Jr misses with a body punch
and Lermontov makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Canthropus Jr really felt that one!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pit Canthropus Jr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Canthropus Jr tried to score with a low kick but Lermontov checks it.
A jab from Canthropus Jr does it's job there.
Lermontov tries to clinch there but Canthropus Jr circles away.
Lermontov avoids a kick to the body.
Canthropus Jr misses with a leg kick
and Lermontov counters with a low kick, right behind Canthropus Jr 's knee.
Canthropus Jr misses with a low kick.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Canthropus Jr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lermontov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Canthropus Jr's sensitive parts.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Canthropus Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Canthropus Jr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Canthropus Jr misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Canthropus Jr lands the left hand.
Lermontov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Canthropus Jr cracks a nice hook into Lermontov's ribs.
Good shot there by Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Canthropus Jr tries to score with a low kick but Lermontov moves his leg out of the way.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Canthropus Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Canthropus Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Canthropus Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lermontov. That did some damage!
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
and Canthropus Jr counters with a nice body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Canthropus Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Canthropus Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lermontov moves out of range as Canthropus Jr throws a body kick.
Lermontov tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Canthropus Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Lermontov lands a nice looking body shot.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Lermontov scores with the left hand. Canthropus Jr knows he should have avoided that one.
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Lermontov motions for Canthropus Jr to come forward. Lermontov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Canthropus Jr counters with a slapping leg kick.
Canthropus Jr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Canthropus Jr moved out of range nicely.
Canthropus Jr staying out of range there.#CL#
Lermontov moves into range and clinches up with Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Canthropus Jr to keep the fight standing.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Canthropus Jr smiles and moves away.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
Canthropus Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Canthropus Jr steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Canthropus Jr moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Lermontov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov swings for the body but Canthropus Jr moves out of range.
Lermontov lands a jab to the nose.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Canthropus Jr scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Canthropus Jr catches Lermontov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A looping hook to the body misses from Canthropus Jr. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lermontov counters with a nice body shot.
Canthropus Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lermontov. #CL#
Lermontov rushes Canthropus Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
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!
Canthropus Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lermontov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Canthropus Jr takes a shot to the head.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Canthropus Jr walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fiyero Lermontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Lermontov tries a head kick but it misses.
Lermontov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lermontov tries to score with a low kick but Canthropus Jr moves his leg out of the way.
Lermontov throws a hook but Canthropus Jr blocks it.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Canthropus Jr counters with a left to the body.
Canthropus Jr keeps the fight on the outside.
Canthropus Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov connects with a jab.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
Canthropus Jr is looking to land body kicks.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Canthropus Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Canthropus Jr moves out of range.
Lermontov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov moves out of range of the body kick from Canthropus Jr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Pit Canthropus Jr just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Canthropus Jr ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Canthropus Jr avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov lands the left hand.
Lermontov throws a lazy right hand but Canthropus Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov wants to clinch.
Canthropus Jr feints a counter leg kick.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Canthropus Jr misses with an uppercut.
Lermontov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A jab from Lermontov misses.
Canthropus Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Lermontov.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Canthropus Jr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T1#
Canthropus Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lermontov at a distance.
Canthropus Jr connects with a solid leg kick.
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lermontov with a body shot.
Canthropus Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Canthropus Jr scores with a spinning back kick!
Canthropus Jr lands with a good body shot.
Canthropus Jr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Lermontov throws a body punch but Canthropus Jr moves out of range.
Jab by Lermontov.
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.
Lermontov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Canthropus Jr takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Canthropus Jr scores with a nice strike.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Canthropus Jr slips the punch.
Lermontov looks to land a body kick but Canthropus Jr moved away.#T2#
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!#CL#
Lermontov clinches.
Lermontov jumps guard but Canthropus Jr stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lermontov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov. #BC2#
Canthropus Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lermontov walks into a left hand.
Canthropus Jr misses with a head kick.
Lermontov slips a jab and a cross from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov wants to clinch up but Canthropus Jr keeps it at a distance.
Canthropus Jr throws a sloppy body shot
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov connects with the punch.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Canthropus Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Canthropus Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov is looking to slow Canthropus Jr down with leg kicks. #T3#
Canthropus Jr takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lermontov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Canthropus Jr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lermontov checks it well.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Canthropus Jr slips a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov closes the distance but Canthropus Jr moves to the side
and Canthropus Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lermontov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Canthropus Jr. Canthropus Jr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A shot to the liver by Canthropus Jr. Beautiful body shot.
Lermontov wants to clinch
and Canthropus Jr counters with a good low kick that Lermontov was not able to check.
A slow jab from Canthropus Jr misses its intended target.
Lermontov fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Canthropus Jr lands a jab.
Canthropus Jr tries to land a leg kick but Lermontov saw it coming and moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Nice body punch from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov stuns Canthropus Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lermontov defending well as Canthropus Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Canthropus Jr blocks a head kick by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Canthropus Jr misses with a low kick.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Canthropus Jr.
A low kick from Lermontov is predictable there
and Canthropus Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Canthropus Jr slips the punch.
Canthropus Jr checks the leg kick nicely there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
A telegraphed right hand from Lermontov misses the target.
Canthropus Jr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lermontov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Canthropus Jr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Canthropus Jr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Canthropus Jr checks a leg kick nicely.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Canthropus Jr is out of range.
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Canthropus Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Canthropus Jr throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Canthropus Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hook but Canthropus Jr avoids it easily.
Canthropus Jr misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Canthropus Jr. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Canthropus Jr to score with a decent uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Canthropus Jr. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Canthropus Jr misses with a body kick. #T1#
Canthropus Jr throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lermontov lands with a hook. Canthropus Jr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Canthropus Jr scores with a nice strike.
Canthropus Jr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lermontov looks to land a body kick but Canthropus Jr moved away.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the body.
Lermontov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Canthropus Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That kick from Lermontov tenderised Canthropus Jr's leg. Canthropus Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Canthropus Jr stuns Lermontov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Canthropus Jr. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Canthropus Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Canthropus Jr misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Canthropus Jr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Canthropus Jr slips under a jab from Lermontov.
A nice side step and Canthropus Jr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Canthropus Jr is out of range.
Lermontov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. Canthropus Jr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Donk. Lermontov catches Canthropus Jr right on the button with a cross.
Canthropus Jr keeps the fight on the outside.
Lermontov connects with a leg kick. Canthropus Jr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Canthropus Jr blocks a jab.
Canthropus Jr feints and then cracks Lermontov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lermontov down.
Nice defenses there by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr slips a jab from Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr thinks about the counter body kick.#CL#
Lermontov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Canthropus Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Canthropus Jr smiles and moves away.
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.
Canthropus Jr connects with a body shot that sends Lermontov's belly button to the back.
Canthropus Jr misses with a double jab.
Lermontov lands a jab.
Lermontov thumps Canthropus Jr with a low kick.
Canthropus Jr tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lermontov misses with a right hand
and Canthropus Jr counters with a left to the body.
Canthropus Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lermontov catches Canthropus Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A big left from Canthropus Jr misses.
Lermontov misses with a low kick as Canthropus Jr jumps back.
Lermontov drops his hands momentarily and Canthropus Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Canthropus Jr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lermontov just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Lermontov takes a swing at Canthropus Jr's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov is looking to clinch but Canthropus Jr is avoiding it.
Lermontov cracks Canthropus Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A head kick misses from Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov thuds his right hand into Canthropus Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Canthropus Jr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Canthropus Jr sizes up Lermontov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Canthropus Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lermontov throws out the jab.
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lermontov moves out of range as Canthropus Jr throws a body kick.
Lermontov throws a leg kick but Canthropus Jr sees it coming and moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Fiyero Lermontov.
I think Lermontov 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 John Mangel scores the fight 48:48
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 50:47
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 48:48

The fight is ruled a majority draw!
Fiyero Lermontov retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: TAFC: Fujimoto v Shorton
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
De Barros throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
De Barros shoots in but no luck this time.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lermontov scores with a body shot.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and De Barros counters with a single leg into guard. Lermontov didn't expect that.
De Barros throws an elbow that misses. Lermontov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in De Barros's guard. Nice move by Lermontov!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lermontov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
De Barros throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lermontov escapes and throws De Barros's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
De Barros tries to buck Lermontov off but Lermontov is having none of it.
De Barros 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.#T1##SU2#
Lermontov decides to stand back up. Lermontov steps back and let's De Barros get back to his feet.
De Barros swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
De Barros tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from De Barros.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lermontov sprawls well. Lermontov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov cracks De Barros with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lermontov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
De Barros slips a jab from Lermontov.
De Barros on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lermontov. Lermontov obviously looking to wear him down.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
De Barros attempts a counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it well and moves away.
Lermontov jabs De Barros to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
Lermontov lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
De Barros slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a straight right. De Barros didn't see that one coming.
De Barros throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
De Barros tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and De Barros connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #TD#
De Barros gets a double leg takedown into Lermontov's guard.
De Barros pushes down on Lermontov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lermontov is trying to stand.
Lermontov keeping hold of De Barros's head, controlling as best he can.
Lermontov looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Lermontov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
De Barros thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
De Barros throwing shots but Lermontov is blocking nicely.
Lermontov has his hands clasped together around De Barros's back. He's all about the action.
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. De Barros connects with a nice short shot to Lermontov's temple.
De Barros 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.
De Barros is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lermontov!
Lermontov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lermontov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
De Barros moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lermontov has worked his arm free - good work by Lermontov!
De Barros working the ground and pound but Lermontov is defending the strikes.
Lermontov manages to work his way to half guard, despite De Barros's best efforts.
De Barros wants to advance to full mount but Lermontov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T4#
De Barros tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
De Barros lying in Lermontov's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Lermontov decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! De Barros taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Fiyero Lermontov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: TAFC: Avisu Kona v Fujimoto
Date: Mar 09, 2019

#R1#
Canthropus Jr misses with a looping left.
Lermontov blocks the body kick.
Lermontov throws a hook to the side of Canthropus Jr's head but Canthropus Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Canthropus Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Canthropus Jr feints and then cracks Lermontov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lermontov down.
A head kick from Canthropus Jr lands but Lermontov takes it in his stride.
Lermontov lands a jab to Canthropus Jr's midsection.
Canthropus Jr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lermontov takes a swing at Canthropus Jr's ribcage but misses.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov tests Canthropus Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Canthropus Jr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lermontov if he has to take too many more of those.
Lermontov scores with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Canthropus Jr misses with a head kick.
Lermontov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Canthropus Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Canthropus Jr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lermontov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lermontov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Canthropus Jr manages to avoid it.#T1#
Canthropus Jr misses with a body kick.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Lermontov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov clobbers Canthropus Jr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Canthropus Jr slips a jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Canthropus Jr is out of range.
It looked like Canthropus Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Canthropus Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr throws a series of punches but Lermontov avoids them all with ease.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Lermontov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Canthropus Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lermontov moves out of range as Canthropus Jr throws a body kick.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Canthropus Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Canthropus Jr fakes the leg kick and cracks Lermontov in the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Canthropus Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lermontov.
Canthropus Jr throws a quick counter kick to the body but Lermontov avoids it.#T2#
Good shot there by Lermontov.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Canthropus Jr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lermontov just manages to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr looks to land a combination but Lermontov avoids it well.
Canthropus Jr throws a lazy head kick
and Lermontov counters with a stiff right hand.
Canthropus Jr lands a front kick.
Lermontov takes a swing at Canthropus Jr's ribcage but misses.
Canthropus Jr drops his hands momentarily and Lermontov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lermontov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Canthropus Jr throws the kick towards the body but Lermontov avoids it.
A jab from Canthropus Jr misses.
Lermontov looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Jab from Canthropus Jr.
A jab lands there for Lermontov.
Lermontov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lermontov moves out of range as Canthropus Jr throws a body kick.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Canthropus Jr misses the target.
Canthropus Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Canthropus Jr defending well as Lermontov loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Canthropus Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr digs a good body shot into Lermontov's ribs.
Canthropus Jr is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
Lermontov lands with an uppercut that bounces Canthropus Jr off the cage and back into range.
Canthropus Jr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lermontov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped Canthropus Jr's head back.
Canthropus Jr throws a leg kick that misses.
Lermontov slips a jab from Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr misses with a head kick.
Canthropus Jr slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Canthropus Jr moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
A swing and a miss from Lermontov.
A quick step to the side and Canthropus Jr tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Canthropus Jr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range and Canthropus Jr settles back down.
Lermontov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Canthropus Jr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lermontov! But no joy.
Lermontov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Canthropus Jr had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
Canthropus Jr misses with a double jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Canthropus Jr throws out the jab.
Canthropus Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr slips under a jab.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Canthropus Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Canthropus Jr moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Canthropus Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Canthropus Jr looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Canthropus Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lermontov tries to land a front kick but Canthropus Jr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Canthropus Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lermontov walks into a left hand.
Lermontov throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lermontov throws the left hand but Canthropus Jr avoids the punch easily.
That kick from Canthropus Jr tenderised Lermontov's leg. Lermontov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Canthropus Jr lands with a slapping head kick.
Jab by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lermontov counters with a straight right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Canthropus Jr.
Lermontov avoids the head kick by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
Lermontov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lermontov lands a head kick!
Canthropus Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Canthropus Jr back to the cage. Lermontov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
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!
Lermontov swinging wildly here.
Lermontov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Canthropus Jr looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.#CL2#
Lermontov moves into the clinch.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Canthropus Jr blocking some punches. #T1#
Canthropus Jr misses with some punches.
Canthropus Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lermontov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Canthropus Jr backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Canthropus Jr blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Canthropus Jr.
Canthropus Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Lermontov on the inside. #ROC2#
Canthropus Jr is rocked!
Canthropus Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Oh Canthropus Jr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Canthropus Jr tries to work over Lermontov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov is working Canthropus Jr over against the cage.
Lermontov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Canthropus Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lermontov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Canthropus Jr fails to land.
Canthropus Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lermontov lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Canthropus Jr to his knees! Lermontov keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!
During a confident post fight interview, Fiyero Lermontov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Pit Canthropus Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'I blame this on my shit genetics. Fuck you Dad!'.

Event: TAFC: Navarro v Avetisyan
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
McNugget walks into a straight right hand from Lermontov.
McNugget lands a front kick.
Lermontov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
McNugget shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lermontov throws a leg kick which misses McNugget's front leg but catches the back leg as McNugget tries to avoid it.
Lermontov keeps McNugget at a distance using the push kick.
Lermontov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
A punch combination from McNugget misses.
Nice shot by Lermontov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McNugget misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McNugget on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McNugget throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
McNugget shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McNugget swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McNugget.
Nice body punch from Lermontov.
McNugget fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lermontov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab from Lermontov does it's job there.
McNugget slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
Lermontov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McNugget misses with a low kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lermontov!
Lermontov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. McNugget does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from McNugget misses the target.
Nice uppercut lands for Lermontov. That snapped McNugget's head back.
Lermontov misses the jab.
McNugget just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McNugget just misses with a punch to the body.
Lermontov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McNugget looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
McNugget misses with an attempted mid kick.
McNugget avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. McNugget should have avoided that one.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McNugget's head.
Lermontov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lermontov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lermontov misses with a low kick as McNugget jumps back.
Lermontov lands with a right hand. #T2#
Lermontov connects with the punch.
Lermontov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McNugget. That did some damage!
Lermontov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McNugget takes a head kick and keeps coming.
McNugget misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
Lermontov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lermontov thuds his right hand into McNugget's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lermontov slips a straight right by McNugget.
Lermontov tries a head kick but it misses.
McNugget has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McNugget there as he acknowledges the shot.
McNugget swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice shot lands for Lermontov.
McNugget has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McNugget there as he acknowledges the shot.
McNugget throws a series of punches but Lermontov avoids them all with ease.
Lermontov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McNuggets jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The fighters circling - McNugget throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
McNugget drives through and clinches with Lermontov against the cage. #T3#
McNugget misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
McNugget pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McNugget scores with a head kick.
McNugget cracks Lermontov with a right hand to the side of the head.
McNugget swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov lands a slapping body shot.
McNugget throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab, jab by Lermontov - just one landing.
Good exchange - Lermontov coming out on top.
Lermontov misses with a body kick.
McNugget takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McNugget looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McNugget does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McNugget throws an off balance right hand
and Lermontov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McNugget takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A looping hook to the body misses from McNugget. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A head kick by Lermontov misses
and McNugget counters with a stiff right hand.
Lermontov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
McNugget just misses with a punch to the body.
McNugget takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
McNugget swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - McNugget looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McNugget staying out of range there.
Lermontov lands with a straight right. McNugget didn't see that one coming.
McNugget looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lermontov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! McNugget had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
McNugget feints and then cracks Lermontov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lermontov down.
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but McNugget is just out of range.
Lermontov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McNugget.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
and McNugget cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McNugget tries to close the distance and clinch but Lermontov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McNugget looks to land a right hand but Lermontov moved out of range.
Lermontov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lermontov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lermontov scores with a leg kick.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from McNugget.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's time! McNugget's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
McNugget scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McNugget throws a front kick aimed at Lermontov's knee but Lermontov avoids it well.
McNugget's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McNugget scrambles back to his feet.
McNugget missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lermontov slips a straight right by McNugget.
McNugget avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov with a nice cross.
Lermontov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McNugget's calf.
McNugget pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lermontov is out of range and McNugget settles back down.
Lermontov lands a glancing blow to the side of McNugget's head.
Lermontov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McNugget.
McNugget throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
McNugget throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McNugget walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lermontov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McNugget takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov sizes up McNugget with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lermontov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McNugget misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lermontov.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Lermontov scores with a nice strike.
Lermontov sizes up McNugget with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McNugget misses with a looping left.
McNugget throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lermontov, as that shot connected.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. McNugget should have avoided that one.
McNugget moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from McNugget. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McNugget is looking to chop away at Lermontov's legs.
McNugget throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
McNugget walks into a straight right hand from Lermontov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McNugget sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McNugget throws a good cross that connects.
Lermontov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McNugget tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lermontov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McNugget takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lermontov throws a body punch but McNugget moves out of range. #T2#
McNugget ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
McNugget lands with a slapping head kick.
Lermontov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McNugget with a nice cross.
McNugget gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.
Lermontov connects with a nice looking jab.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
McNugget walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McNugget needs to keep his hands up - Lermontov had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#
McNugget is rocked!
McNugget ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lermontov scores with a hook to the body. McNugget takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McNugget is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McNugget lands with a good body shot.
McNugget takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McNugget looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
McNugget walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McNugget throws a body shot but no joy.
Lermontov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McNugget momentarily. #T3#
Lermontov lands a jab to the head.
McNugget takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McNugget rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lermontov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McNugget pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
Lermontov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lermontov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lermontov misses with a wild body shot.
McNugget throws a big counter combination but Lermontov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McNugget swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McNugget.
McNugget misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McNugget throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lermontov on the side of the head.
McNugget lands a really nice looking cross but Lermontov seems unphased.
McNugget tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lermontov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McNugget's hands.
McNugget on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McNugget is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T4#
Nice cross by Lermontov.
Oh McNugget is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lermontov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lermontov drops McNugget with a straight right hand, right on the button! Lermontov follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Conour McNugget was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back'.

Event: SyFi - The End Bang
Date: Jan 13, 2019

#R1#
Sitsongrit tries to work over Lermontov's front leg with a kick but Lermontov checks it.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lermontov throws a good cross that connects.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Lermontov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sitsongrit scores with a body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lermontov's sensitive parts.
Lermontov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sitsongrit slips a jab from Lermontov.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lermontov defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Lermontov misses with a left hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lermontov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Lermontov takes one to the side of the head.
Lermontov throws a leg kick #KD2#
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice right hand that sends Lermontov toppling to the canvas! Lermontov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Sitsongrit finish him?!#ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Petdee Sitsongrit!
Petdee Sitsongrit is the new lightweight champion!
Petdee Sitsongrit decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: SyFi - The Prequel
Date: Dec 16, 2018

#R1#
Page takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lermontov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A shot to the liver by Lermontov. Beautiful body shot.
Page's coach down at Fit-Out was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Page's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Lermontov moves forwards but Page connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Page throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A combination from Page does no damage.
It looked like Lermontov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Page.
Lermontov sizes up Page with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Page rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lermontov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lermontov scores with the left hand. Page knows he should have avoided that one.
Page avoids the head kick by Lermontov.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Page throws a hook but Lermontov blocks it.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov connects with a high kick.
Lermontov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Page blocks a head kick by Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Page moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Lermontov lands with a nice combination. Page backs away looking to recover.
Lermontov keeps Page at a distance using the push kick.
Lermontov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. Page should have avoided that one. #CL#
Lermontov clinches with his opponent.
Lermontov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short uppercut from Lermontov.
Lermontov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Lermontov on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Page blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov lands with a right to the head.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land.
Lermontov jumps guard but Page turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Lermontov drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lermontov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Page's guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Lermontov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Lermontov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lermontov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Page controlling the position.
Lermontov tries to free his leg and advance position but Page is retaining full guard.
Page pulls Lermontov in close to his closed guard and prevents Lermontov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Page being controlled here, momentarily.
Page keeping full guard, as Lermontov tries to pass. #T3##ES2#
Page kicks Lermontov off and gets to his feet.
Lermontov digs a good hook to Page's body.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lermontov connects with the punch.
Page keeps the fight on the outside.
Page lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Page.
Lermontov lands with a slapping head kick.
Page throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lermontov connects with the punch.
Page jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lermontov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T4#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a right hand.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good shot there by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Page throws out a loose jab but Lermontov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lermontov tries to counter by clinching up but Page breaks away and moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Page.
Page jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A punch lands to the side of Page 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lermontov cracks Page with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Page.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Lermontov scores with a three punch combo! #CUT#
It looks like Evan Page has been cut.
Lermontov jabs at Page's body.
Lermontov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Page can do to turn this around?
Lermontov looks to score with a jab to the body but Page is just out of range.
Page scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lermontov doesn't seem bothered though.
Lermontov misses with a two punch combination. #CL#
Lermontov forces Page back against the cage and clinches.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lermontov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lermontov scores with a shoulder strike.
Lermontov misses with the head strike.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lermontov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Page is trying to break the clinch but Lermontov has him pressed against the cage.
Page wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lermontov throws a head punch that misses.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the side of Page's head.
Lermontov lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Lermontov pulls guard effortlessly. #T1##SUB#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Page gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Lermontov pushes a forearm under Page's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Page is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fiyero Lermontov!
A relieved looking Fiyero Lermontov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SyFi 136
Date: Dec 02, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Lermontov rushes Agnarsson and presses him up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
Agnarsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lermontov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Agnarsson has a couple of punches blocked by Lermontov.
Agnarsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Lermontov fails to land. #TD2#
Lermontov jumps into guard, dragging Agnarsson to the mat.
Agnarsson trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lermontov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Agnarsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lermontov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Agnarsson has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Lermontov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Agnarsson is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Lermontov pulls down on the head and he's put Agnarsson to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fiyero Lermontov!
After winning the bout, Fiyero Lermontov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SyFi 126
Date: Nov 11, 2018

#R1#
A jab from Armstrong does it's job there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Armstrong. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Armstrong throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Armstrong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
That kick from Lermontov tenderised Armstrong's leg. Armstrong is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lermontov scores with a head kick. Armstrong tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Armstrong throws a big shot that misses.
Armstrong on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lermontov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lermontov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Armstrong misses with a looping right.
Armstrong throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Armstrong misses with a wild body shot.
Lermontov moves out of range as Armstrong strikes.
Lermontov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Armstrong's corner calls for a 1-2. Armstrong obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Armstrong cracks Lermontov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Lermontov scores with a head kick.
Armstrong stuns Lermontov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Lermontov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Armstrong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lermontov.
Armstrong lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Armstrong scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lermontov jumps guard but Armstrong turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Armstrong.
Armstrong tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Armstrong.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lermontov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Armstrong tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Armstrong back against the cage.
Armstrong misses with the head strike.
Lermontov throws a punch but it's blocked by Armstrong.
Armstrong can't find room to land a body shot as Lermontov controls the action.
Armstrong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Armstrong throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lermontovs head. #T2#
Lermontov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from Armstrong.
Lermontov being controlled against the cage.
Lermontov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lermontov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Armstrongs head.
Lermontov misses with some punches. #TD#
Lermontov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Armstrong uses from the top position. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Armstrong pushes his legs off easily.
Armstrong controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Armstrong defends it easily.#T3##SUB#
Lermontov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Armstrong doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Armstrong manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Armstrong controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lermontov pulls Armstrong in close to prevent any damage.
Armstrong not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Armstrong wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lermontov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Armstrong is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Lermontov has his foot on Armstrong's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Armstrong works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Armstrong is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Armstrong can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
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 Fiyero Lermontov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lermontov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Armstrong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Armstrong lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lermontov circles away quickly and effectively.
Lermontov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Armstrong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov walks into a left hand.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Armstrong on the side of the head.
Lermontov avoids the body shot from Armstrong.
Lermontov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Armstrong is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lermontov with a body shot.
Armstrong lands the left hand.
Armstrong throws a hook to the side of Lermontov's head but Lermontov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A shot to the liver by Lermontov. Beautiful body shot.
Lermontov is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Lermontov needs to keep his hands up - Armstrong had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Lermontov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Armstrong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but Armstrong forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lermontov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Armstrong just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lermontov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Armstrong tries to throw a body punch but Lermontov avoids it by throwing Armstrong back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lermontov. #T1#
Lermontov blocking some punches.
Lermontov blocks a body shot from Armstrong.
Armstrong is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Armstrong.
Nice body punch from Lermontov.
Fiyero Lermontov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short uppercut from Lermontov.
Armstrong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Armstrong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lermontov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Armstrong misses with a body punch.
Armstrong working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#TD#
Lermontov jumps guard and drags Armstrong to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Armstrong tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard.
Armstrong must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Armstrong got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Armstrong has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Armstrong wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving. #SUB#
Armstrong is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Lermontov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Armstrong is looking to defend but Lermontov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Armstrong! Lermontov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Armstrong taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SyFi 118
Date: Oct 20, 2018

#R1#
Lermontov throws a jab when Stephenson was well out of range.
Stephenson with the counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Lermontov throws a shot from downtown. Stephenson moves away and avoids it.
Stephenson lands a glancing blow to the side of Lermontov's head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stephenson tests Lermontov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Stephenson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Stephenson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lermontov sprawls well initially but Stephenson persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Lermontov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov with a nice cross.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Stephenson.
Lermontov with a hook.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Stephenson is out of range.
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Lermontov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stephenson shoots in looking for a takedown but Lermontov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stephenson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Stephenson moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov lands a nice looking body shot.
Stephenson shoots for a takedown but Lermontov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lermontov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fiyero Lermontov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Stephenson.
Stephenson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov lands with a cross.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Stephenson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
Stephenson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Stephenson shoots in but no luck this time.
Stephenson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lermontov misses with a head kick.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lermontov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lermontov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Stephenson.
Lermontov cracks Stephenson with a good jab.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Stephenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Lermontov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Stephenson shoots in for a takedown but Lermontov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lermontov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lermontov loads up on a big right hand but Stephenson slips the punch.
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Stephenson's shoulder, as Stephenson tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov blocks a jab.
Stephenson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Stephenson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lermontov tries to avoid it but Stephenson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lermontov to the ground. Lermontov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lermontov. Stephenson shrugs it off though.
Nice sprawl there from Lermontov as Stephenson shoots in.#T2#
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Lermontov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Stephenson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lermontov is fending him off so far but Stephenson persists. Nope, Lermontov circles away and we're back to standing.
A combination from Stephenson does no damage.
Stephenson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lermontov moves away from the strike by Stephenson.
Stephenson blocks a head kick by Lermontov.
Stephenson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Stephenson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lermontov throws a sloppy head kick and Stephenson moves out of range easily.
Lermontov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice takedown defense from Lermontov. No joy for Stephenson on that attempt.
Jab from Stephenson.
No luck for Stephenson with that takedown attempt.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Lermontov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stephenson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Lermontov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Lermontov scores with a decent looking hook.
Stephenson shoots in looking for a takedown but Lermontov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stephenson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lermontov with a jab.
Fiyero Lermontov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stephenson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Stephenson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Harold Stephenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lermontov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lermontov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Stephenson.
Lermontov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Stephenson. Stephenson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stephenson.
Lermontov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Lermontov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stephenson.
Lermontov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find 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!
Stephenson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lermontov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Stephenson somewhat.
A little feinted left hand from Lermontov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Stephenson with a poor takedown
and Lermontov counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Stephenson ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Stephenson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lermontov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Stephenson scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov swats away the attempt to clinch by Stephenson.
Stephenson moves out of range of the strikes.
Stephenson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
The fighters circling - Lermontov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Donk. Lermontov catches Stephenson right on the button with a cross.
Stephenson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Stephenson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lermontov cracks Stephenson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#
Stephenson is rocked!
Lermontov throws an overhand right that lands on Stephenson's shoulder, as Stephenson tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stephenson doesn't seem bothered though.
No luck for Stephenson with that takedown attempt.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Stephenson manages to avoid it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Stephenson shoots in for a takedown but Lermontov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Stephenson looks winded!
Stephenson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stephenson.
Lermontov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Stephenson. Stephenson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's time! Lermontov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Lermontov throws the left hand but Stephenson avoids the punch easily.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Stephenson is out of range.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
Lermontov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Stephenson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lermontov swivels and escapes.
It looked like Lermontov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Stephenson throws a right and a left that Lermontov avoids nicely.
Lermontov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lermontov throws a series of strikes that have Stephenson backpedaling.
Stephenson is still on wobbly legs! Can Lermontov finish him?
Stephenson throws a poor cross that misses
and Lermontov counters with a stiff right hand.
Stephenson goes for a double leg but Lermontov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lermontov continues to drive forward.
It looked like Lermontov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Stephenson.
Lermontov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stephenson can do to turn this around?
Nice sprawl there from Lermontov as Stephenson shoots in.
Lermontov throwing a counter right hand but Stephenson manages to avoid it.
Fiyero Lermontov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Stephenson.
Lermontov throws a shot to the body.
Lermontov is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Lermontov throws a sloppy head kick and Stephenson moves out of range easily.
Stephenson unleashes a big counter combination but Lermontov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stephenson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Stephenson seems to have recovered his senses.
Lermontov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Stephenson in his tracks.
Nice jab there from Lermontov.
Stephenson moves in looking to clinch but Lermontov pushes him off.
Lermontov jabs Stephenson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Good exchange - Lermontov coming out on top.
Stephenson is breathing heavily.
Lermontov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Stephenson on the side of the head.
Stephenson tries for a takedown but Lermontov circles away easily
and Lermontov counters with a crisp right that sends Stephenson to the canvas! Lermontov follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: WeInSyd32
Date: Oct 03, 2018

#R1#
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
No joy there for Lermontov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Destroyer looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Destroyer misses with a left hand
and Lermontov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Destroyer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Destroyer.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Destroyer takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Destroyer throws a lazy uppercut
and Lermontov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A punch lands to the side of Destroyer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Destroyer tries to move into range but Lermontov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Destroyer misses with a straight right.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Destroyer.
Lermontov throws the left hand but Destroyer avoids the punch easily.
Destroyer misses with a body punch
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Destroyer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#
Destroyer is rocked!
Destroyer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Destroyer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oh Destroyer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lermontov darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Destroyer's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Lermontov before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: SyFi 103
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Lermontov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Stephenson.
Lermontov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stephenson moves away.
Stephenson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lermontov sprawls well. Lermontov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Stephenson gets slowly back to his feet.
Stephenson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lermontov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fiyero Lermontov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Stephenson.
Lermontov missing with a left hand there. Stephenson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stephenson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lermontov defends it nicely.
Stephenson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stephenson looks for a takedown but Lermontov sprawls well.
As Stephenson looks to move away, Lermontov throws a big counter combo but Stephenson just gets out of the way.
Stephenson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Stephenson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Lermontov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Stephenson darts in looking for a takedown but Lermontov gets double underhooks and turns Stephenson into the cage.
Stephenson looks winded!
Stephenson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Crack! A monster head kick from Lermontov and Stephenson falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Lermontov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: SyFi 90
Date: Aug 17, 2018

#R1#
Lermontov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lermontov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Ahma.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ahma swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ahma takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ahma.#CL#
Lermontov clinches up with Ahma and pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ahma.
Lermontov working aggressively here.
Ahma blocking some punches. #TD#
Lermontov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Lermontov trying to keep a closed guard but Ahma is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahma won't allow Lermontov to sweep him here.
Ahma is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ahma tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard. #T1##SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ahma defends it easily.#SUB#
Ahma got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lermontov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ahma has managed to get both his arms back between Lermontov's legs - danger averted.
Ahma wants to get up but he can't break Lermontov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ahma defends well.
Ahma trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ahma defends well.
Lermontov is trying to control the position but Ahma postures up. #SUB#
Lermontov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2##SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Ahma pushes his legs off easily.
Ahma wants to pass the guard but Lermontov is keeping the position.
Lermontov trying to keep a closed guard but Ahma is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ahma is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ahma tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard. #T3#
Ahma trying to control the position from guard on top but Lermontov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lermontov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ahma controls the pace.#SUB#
Lermontov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ahma is aware though and is defending well.
Ahma told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Ahma stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lermontov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ahma can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Lermontov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ahma can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a triangle but Ahma pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
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.
Lermontov keeping full guard, as Ahma tries to pass. #SUB#
Lermontov has his foot on Ahma's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ahma works his way back into a safe position though.
Ahma engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ahma stands and throws Lermontov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Lermontov is trying to control Ahma's posture but Ahma avoids it.
Lermontov tries to bench press Ahma off him but Ahma keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lermontov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's time! Lermontov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Lermontov clinches up with Ahma and pushes him back against the cage.
Lermontov pushes Ahma back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lermontov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ahma walks away with a smile on his face. Lermontov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Ahma circles away and keeps his distance.
Ahma dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ahma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from Ahma.
Lermontov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ahma paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice shot lands for Ahma.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
Lermontov wants to clinch but Ahma slips to the side
and Ahma counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lermontov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ahma is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lermontov with a body shot.
Ahma digs a good hook to Lermontov's body. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ahma tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ahma. #BC2#
Ahma breaks the clinch.
Ahma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lermontov.
Ahma misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ahma lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lermontov's sensitive parts.
Lermontov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ahma misses with a looping left.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lermontov connects with a looping right hand.
Lermontov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lermontov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Ahma takes one to the side of the head.
Ahma lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lermontov misses with a left hand
and Ahma cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov connects with the punch.
Lermontov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ahma.#T2##CL#
Lermontov moves into the clinch successfully.
Lermontov is trying to pull guard but Ahma turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Ahma's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lermontov misses with a body punch.
Ahma lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lermontov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ahma lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lermontov backwards.
Lermontov digs a right hand underneath Ahma's ribcage. Ahma let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lermontov misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lermontov.
Lermontov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lermontov.
Ahma gets through Lermontov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lermontov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lermontov.
Ahma doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fiyero Lermontov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ahma throws a head punch that misses.
Lermontov keeps control of Ahma as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Ahma lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lermontov blocks a body shot from Ahma.
Ahma goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Ahma misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Ahma on the inside. #TD#
Lermontov manages to pull guard. #SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Lermontov working for a triangle but Ahma defends it easily.
Lermontov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Ahma trying to control the position.
Ahma is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Fiyero Lermontov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ahma is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Lermontov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Lermontov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ahma is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lermontov working away.
Ahma wants to get back to his feet but Lermontov drags him back down.#SUB#
Lermontov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ahma, who protects the arm well.
A control attempt from Ahma but he's now mounted!
Ahma is looking to improve his position but Lermontov isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Verneri Ahma will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ahma keeps the fight on the outside.
Ahma throws out a counter right but Lermontov avoids it with no problem.
Verneri Ahma seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ahma misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov slips a straight right by Ahma.
Ahma dips to his left and cracks Lermontov with an uppercut!
Ahma swats away the attempt to clinch by Lermontov.
Ahma looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ahma lands a really nice looking cross but Lermontov seems unphased.
Ahma lands with an overhand left.#ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Ahma circles away from the clinch attempt.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ahma motions for Lermontov to come forward. Ahma throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ahma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov moves to clinch but Ahma breaks away
and Ahma counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ahma is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lermontov walks straight into a right hand from Ahma - that's dropped him! Ahma jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Lermontov from any more punishment! Lermontov complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Verneri Ahma!
A very excited looking Verneri Ahma made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SyFi 79
Date: Jul 21, 2018

#R1#
A jab from Agnarsson misses.
Agnarsson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nice body punch from Agnarsson.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
A left lands for Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a series of punches but Agnarsson avoids them all with ease.
Agnarsson avoids the body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Agnarsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with a left hand
and Agnarsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Agnarsson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dark Corner in the buildup to the fight.
Lermontov plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Agnarsson ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Lermontov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lermontov.
Agnarsson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lermontov.#ROC2#
Agnarsson is rocked!
Lermontov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Oh Agnarsson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Agnarsson throws a poor cross that misses
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Lermontov defending well as Agnarsson loads up on a big left hand.
Agnarsson seems to have got his legs back now.
Lermontov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Agnarsson is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Lermontov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Agnarsson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Agnarsson.
Lermontov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Agnarsson circles away quickly and effectively.
It looked like Agnarsson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lermontov.
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Agnarsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Agnarsson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Agnarsson misses with a hook. Lermontov ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Lermontov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov blocks a jab.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses.
A slow jab from Agnarsson misses its intended target.
Lermontov cracks Agnarsson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Agnarsson looks to throw the jab but Lermontov is out of range.
Lermontov scores with a sloppy right hand. Agnarsson should have avoided that one.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Agnarsson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Agnarsson counters with a straight right hand.
Agnarsson throws a big shot that misses.
Agnarsson staying out of range there.
Agnarsson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
Agnarsson walks into a jab.
Agnarsson cracks Lermontov with an open hand slap.
Lermontov checks a leg kick.
Lermontov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lermontov with a nice cross.
Lermontov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lermontov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lermontov lands with an uppercut that bounces Agnarsson off the cage and back into range.
Lermontov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lermontov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Agnarsson throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Agnarsson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Lermontov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lermontov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Agnarsson manages to avoid it.
Lermontov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Agnarsson.
Lermontov jabs Agnarsson right on the nose. Agnarsson blinks but takes it well.
Lermontov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lermontov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Agnarsson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lermontov.
Agnarsson looks to score with a jab to the body but Lermontov is just out of range.
Lermontov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Agnarsson had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lermontov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lermontov. Agnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Agnarsson misses.
Agnarsson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Agnarsson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lermontov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Agnarsson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Agnarsson loads up on a big right hand but Lermontov slips the punch.
Agnarsson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lermontov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Agnarsson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Agnarsson.
A head kick misses from Lermontov.
Agnarsson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lermontov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Agnarsson slips under a jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Agnarsson misses its target.
Fiyero Lermontov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Agnarsson misses the target.
Nice uppercut there from Agnarsson.
Lermontov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Agnarsson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Agnarsson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov throws a lazy uppercut
and Agnarsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Agnarsson lands a nice shot that snaps Lermontov's head back.
Lermontov connects with a body shot that sends Agnarsson's belly button to the back.
Lermontov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Agnarsson throwing a counter right hand but Lermontov manages to avoid it.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lermontov cracks Agnarsson with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Lermontov cracks Agnarsson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lermontov connects with a jab.
Lermontov tries to bum rush Agnarsson with a series of wild strikes but Agnarsson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Agnarsson throws a quick counter head kick but Lermontov was just out of range.
Lermontov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Agnarsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Agnarsson.
Agnarsson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lermontov circles away quickly and effectively.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Agnarsson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lermontov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Agnarsson.
An attempted straight right counter from Agnarsson misses the target.
Lermontov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Agnarsson.
Lermontov staying out of range there.
Sloppy strikes from Lermontov. Those never looked like landing. #T3#
Lermontov misses with a hook.
Agnarsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Agnarsson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lermontov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lermontov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Agnarsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Agnarsson misses with a straight right.
Agnarsson misses with a looping left.
Lermontov is looking for the big counter here.
Lermontov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Agnarsson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Agnarsson walks into a stiff left hand from Lermontov.#T4#
Agnarsson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lermontov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Agnarsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Agnarsson misses with an uppercut.
A jab from Agnarsson finds it's way through Lermontov's defenses.
The fighters circling - Agnarsson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Agnarsson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#ROC#
Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov throws out a loose jab but Agnarsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Agnarsson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lermontov misses with a hook
and Agnarsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lermontov is still on wobbly legs! Can Agnarsson finish him?
Lermontov slips a jab from Agnarsson.
Agnarsson lands a jab to Lermontov's midsection.
Lermontov takes a swing at Agnarsson's ribcage but misses.
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 Arnar Agnarsson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lermontov lands with a shot to the body.
Lermontov seems to have recovered his senses.
Agnarsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Agnarsson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Agnarsson connects with a looping right hand.
Agnarsson lands a head kick!
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Agnarsson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov misses with an uppercut
and Agnarsson counters with a right hand to the body.
Agnarsson blocks a jab.
Agnarsson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lermontov lands with a right hand. #T1#
Agnarsson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a looping overhand right but Agnarsson ducks down to avoid it.
Agnarsson misses with an uppercut.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lermontov misses with a straight right.
Agnarsson throws a body punch but Lermontov moves out of range.
Agnarsson throws a right hand that misses
and Lermontov counters with a right hand to the body.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Agnarsson.
Agnarsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Agnarsson moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov misses the shot to the body.
Lermontov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Agnarsson counters with a nice uppercut.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Lermontov throws a solid leg kick but Agnarsson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lermontov.
A counter left hand to the body from Agnarsson misses its target.
Lermontov throws a hook but Agnarsson avoids it easily.
Lermontov ducks right into an uppercut from Agnarsson.
Lermontov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Agnarsson throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lermontov throws a poor cross that misses
and Agnarsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Lermontov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lermontov duly obliges.
Agnarsson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Agnarsson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Agnarsson swings widly with a right hand
and Lermontov counters with a left to the body.
Lermontov cracks Agnarsson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lermontov throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Agnarsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Agnarsson misses the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot by Lermontov.
Lermontov throws a body kick that misses
and Agnarsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Lermontov throws a head kick but Agnarsson moves out of range.
Agnarsson is looking to counter punch.
Agnarsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Agnarsson throws a lazy head kick
and Lermontov counters with a right hand to the body.
Agnarsson misses with a hook to the body
and Lermontov counters with a body kick that stops Agnarsson in his tracks momentarily.
A head kick misses from Lermontov.
Agnarsson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lermontov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lermontov fails to land with a series of punches.
Agnarsson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lermontov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Agnarsson's head.
Lermontov tries to clinch but Agnarsson moves out of range.
Lermontov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lermontov scores with a jab to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fiyero Lermontov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lermontov 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: SyFi 67
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Spice throws a right hand that Lermontov ducks under and follows up with a left that Lermontov also avoids with ease.
Lermontov swings for the body but Spice moves out of range.
Spice looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Spice. Lermontov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lermontov blocks a leg kick.
Spice cracks Lermontov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Akimbo Spice seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spice takes a swing at Lermontov's ribcage but misses.
Lermontov throws a quick counter head kick but Spice was just out of range.
Spice looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Spice fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lermontov on the side of the head.
Lermontov lands a jab.
Spice slips under a jab.
Lermontov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lermontov misses the jab.
Spice looks to land a left hand but Lermontov moved out of range nicely.
Spice rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lermontov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Spice tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov throws a jab but it's blocked by Spice.
Lermontov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Spice on the side of the head.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Spice.
Spice scores with a jab to the jaw.
Spice misses with a low kick as Lermontov jumps back.#T1#
Lermontov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Spice's hands.
Spice misses with a straight right.
Lermontov walks into a left hand.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Spice lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Spice slips a jab from Lermontov.
Spice throws a low kick but Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Lermontov tries to clinch up but Spice circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Spice was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lermontov defending well as Spice loads up on a big left hand.
Lermontov looks to throw the jab but Spice is out of range.
Spice misses with an uppercut. Lermontov saw that one coming.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Spice paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lermontov walks into a jab.
Lermontov throws a jab when Spice was well out of range.
Spice throws a big shot that misses.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Spice.
Spice wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spice bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Lermontov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lermontov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Spice to score with a decent uppercut.
Spice cracks Lermontov with a good jab.
Lermontov connects with a single shot there.
Spice connects with an inside leg kick.
Spice getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A slow jab from Spice misses its intended target.
Lermontov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lermontov tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Spice on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lermontov ducks under a wild hook from Spice.
Spice throws a jab but it's blocked by Lermontov.
Lermontov checks the leg kick.
Spice slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Spice cracks Lermontov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Spice keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a good body shot.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Spice lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T3#
Lermontov tries to clinch there but Spice circles away.
Lermontov moves out of range of the leg kick from Spice.#CL#
Lermontov rushes Spice and presses him up against the cage.
Spice is leaning against Lermontov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Spice makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lermontov jumps guard but Spice stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lermontov blocks an uppercut.
Lermontov tries to work over Spice's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lermontov.#TD#
Lermontov jumps guard.
Spice wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Spice gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lermontov is on top in guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Lermontov won't allow Spice to sweep him here.
Spice keeping moving, preventing Lermontov from controlling successfully.
Spice has control of Lermontov's left arm, preventing Lermontov from doing any damage.
Spice is continuing to stall.
Spice trying to control the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lermontov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Spice manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lermontov has Spice in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Lermontov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Akimbo Spice dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Nice shot lands for Lermontov.
Spice jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Spice cracks Lermontov with an open hand slap.
Spice ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Spice throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lermontov looks to land a left hand but Spice moved out of range nicely.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Spice lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lermontov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lermontov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lermontov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL#
Lermontov has closed the distance and engaged Spice in a clinch.
Spice's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov jumps guard but Spice stands there with Lermontov around his waist. Lermontov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD#
Lermontov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Spice uses from the top position.
Spice trying to control but Lermontov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Spice gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Spice is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Spice defends easily. #SUB#
Lermontov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Spice defends well.#SUB#
Spice avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Spice controlling from the top position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lermontov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Lermontov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Lermontov working for a triangle but Spice defends it easily. #T3#
Lermontov keeping moving, preventing Spice from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Lermontov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Spice defends it easily.#SUB#
Lermontov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Spice defends it easily.#SUB#
Lermontov looking for a guillotine here but Spice defends easily. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Lermontov working for a triangle but Spice defends it easily.
Spice must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lermontov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Spice gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fiyero Lermontov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Spice wants to control from the top but Lermontov keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fiyero Lermontov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Spice staying out of range there.
Spice scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lermontov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Spice scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A big right from Spice misses.
Spice throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Spice cracks Lermontov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Spice looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Spice throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Akimbo Spice seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lermontov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Spice ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lermontov moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lermontov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Spice misses with a straight right.
Spice keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spice throws a low kick but Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Spice moves away from the strike by Lermontov.
Lermontov dodges the punch combination from Spice. #T1#
A head kick misses from Spice.
Spice lunges at Lermontov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lermontov's hand.
Spice throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov slips under a jab from Spice.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Spice lands with a hook. Lermontov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL#
Lermontov has managed to clinch.
Spice wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lermontov has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Lermontov breaks from the clinch.
Spice scores with a jab.
Lermontov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Spice moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lermontov.
Spice lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC2#
Lermontov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Oh Lermontov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Spice dodges the punch combination from Lermontov.
Lermontov seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Spice throws a shot from downtown. Lermontov moves away and avoids it.
Lermontov misses with a looping left.
Spice throws a solid leg kick but Lermontov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Spice.
Spice missing with a left hand there. Lermontov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Spice throws a lazy right hand but Lermontov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Spice.
That kick from Spice tenderised Lermontov's leg. Lermontov is trying to keep his angry face on.
A big left from Spice misses.
Lermontov throws a hook but Spice avoids it easily.
Jab, jab by Spice - just one landing.
Spice scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A big left from Lermontov misses.
Spice throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lermontov.
Lermontov tries to counter by clinching up but Spice breaks away and moves out of range.
Lermontov throws a head kick that misses.
Spice chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lermontov can pounce on him. #T3#
A big left from Spice misses.
Lermontov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Spice listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Spice keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lermontov.
Spice scores with a jab. Lermontov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Spice swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Spice misses with a looping left.
Lermontov tries to clinch there but Spice circles away.
Lermontov tries to close the distance and clinch but Spice swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Spice has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spice throws an overhand right that lands on Lermontov's shoulder, as Lermontov tries to avoid the shot.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A slow jab from Lermontov misses its intended target.
Spice throws a hook but Lermontov avoids it easily.
Lermontov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lermontov is looking to counter punch.
Spice ducks under a wild hook from Lermontov.
Lermontov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Spice.
Lermontov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Lermontov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spice.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Spice.
Spice tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Lermontov closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Spice smiles and moves away.
Lermontov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Spice moves out of range as Lermontov strikes.
A swing and a miss from Spice.
Lermontov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Spice.
Spice digs a good hook to Lermontov's body.
Lermontov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spice was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Good work by Lermontov as he checks the leg kick.
Lermontov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Spice takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Spice's corner calls for a 1-2. Spice obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lermontov walks into a jab.
Lermontov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Akimbo Spice comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Spice 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Akimbo Spice!
Akimbo Spice tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: SyFi 58
Date: Jun 02, 2018

#R1#
Williams throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Lermontov misses with a hook. Williams ducked under it nicely.
Williams fails with the takedown
and Lermontov counters with a nice uppercut.
Williams uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lermontov.
Williams misses with a straight left.
Williams wants to clinch but Lermontov slips to the side
and Lermontov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Williams darts in and clinches Lermontov up against the cage.#BC2#
Lermontov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lermontov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Williams was well out of range. Poor timing from Lermontov.
Williams moves to clinch but Lermontov breaks away #KD2#
and Lermontov counters with a head kick that drops Williams to the mat! Williams scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#
Williams is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Lermontov misses.
Oh Williams is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Williams wants to clinch
enabling Lermontov to counter with a crisp jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Williams or perhaps it was just good defense by Lermontov, which made it look bad. #T1##KD2#
Lermontov lands a big right hand that sends Williams crashing to the mat! Lermontov stays standing though and waves Williams back to his feet!
Lermontov misses with a straight left.
Lermontov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Williams.
Williams seems to have got his legs back now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pat Williams. That's going to take a lot out of him.#KD2#
Lermontov lands a big right hand that sends Williams crashing to the mat! Lermontov stays standing though and waves Williams back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
Williams tries to clinch but Lermontov moves away
and Lermontov counters with a crisp right that sends Williams to the canvas! Lermontov follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: SyFi 46
Date: May 05, 2018

#R1##CL#
Zachary tries to keep at a distance but Lermontov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lermontov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lermontov prevents Zachary from breaking the clinch.
Lermontov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short left from Lermontov.
Lermontov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Zachary can't break the clinch.
Lermontov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Good body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov scores with a shot to the side of Zachary's head.
Lermontov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zachary backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good body shot from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Lermontov.
A short left from Lermontov.
Zachary's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC#
Zachary is rocked!
A shot in the inside from Lermontov.
Zachary is still on wobbly legs! Can Lermontov finish him?
Lermontov unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Zachary! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Lermontov is unloading with more strikes now! Zachary drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: SyFi 36
Date: Apr 13, 2018

#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Alli looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Lermontov takes the fight into the clinch.
Alli tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lermontov avoids it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lermontov lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Josh Alli has been cut.
Lermontov presses Alli against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lermontov lands a left hand.
Lermontov is leaning against Alli and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Alli misses with the head strike.
Lermontov lands with a left to the head.
Lermontov blocks an elbow strike.
Lermontov is leaning against Alli and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lermontov lands a nice uppercut.#ROC#
Alli is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lermontov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Allis head.
Alli is still on wobbly legs! Can Lermontov finish him?
Lermontov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Alli is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lermontov.
Lermontov lands a big right hand that drops Alli! The killer instinct kicks in and Lermontov finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Lermontov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: SyFi 27
Date: Mar 23, 2018

#R1#
Thai is looking to clinch but Lermontov is avoiding it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lermontov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thai.
Thai tries to close the distance and clinch but Lermontov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A quick step to the side and Lermontov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Thai connects with an inside leg kick.
Thai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lermontov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thai tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Lermontov counter with a right hand.
Thai lands a right hook to the body.
Thai throws a sloppy head kick and Lermontov moves out of range easily.
Thai has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Thai staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lermontov moves into range and clinches up with Thai.
Thai misses with a knee strike.
Thai with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lermontov misses with a body punch.
Lermontov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thai is trying to maintain a safe position but Lermontov gets an underhook and turns Thai into the cage.
Thai trying to stall but Lermontov improves his position. #T1#
Lermontov scores with a shoulder strike.
Lermontov lands a shoulder strike.
Lermontov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thai or not.
Lermontov managing to block the knees to the body from Thai.
Thai with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lermontov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lermontov blocks an elbow strike from Thai. #BC#
Lermontov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Thai closes the distance looking to clinch
and Lermontov counters with a stiff right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Lermontov as he connects with a hook.#ROC#
Thai is rocked!
Aie Thai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thai throws a sloppy head kick
and Lermontov counters with a big right hand! Oh Thai is in trouble here! Lermontov follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiyero Lermontov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2017

#R1#
Hansen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lermontov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A low kick from Lermontov is predictable there #CL#
and Hansen moves into the clinch.
Hansen digs a right hand underneath Lermontov's ribcage. Lermontov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Hansen on the inside.
Lermontov is trying to break the clinch but Hansen has him pressed against the cage.
Lermontov wants to get back to striking at distance but Hansen won't allow it.
A right handed body shot lands from Hansen.
Hansen lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Hansen.
Lermontov working hard to break the clinch.
Lermontov is looking to break free of the clinch but Hansen has double underhooks.
Hansen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lermontov's efforts to push away.
Lermontov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lermontov is trying to push Hansen away but Hansen has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hansen lands with a left to the head.
Hansen lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Hansen.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hansen prevents Lermontov from breaking the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hansen. #T1#
A frustrated look appears on Lermontov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lermontov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Lermontov tries to break free but Hansen pushes him back against the cage.
Hansen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#
Lermontov is rocked!
Lermontov has had enough of the clinch but Hansen keeps him there for the moment.
Lermontov is still on wobbly legs! Can Hansen finish him?
Hansen unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Lermontov! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Hansen is unloading with more strikes now! Lermontov drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gustav Hansen!
During a confident post fight interview, Gustav Hansen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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