Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: WVT 194: Siale v Jiang
Date: Dec 08, 2023

#R1#
Wheeler slips under a jab.
Voin with a lazy takedown attempt
and Wheeler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wheeler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Voin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wheeler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
A clash of legs there as Wheeler blocks the low kick.
It looked like Wheeler was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Voin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wheeler on the side of the head.#CL2#
Voin has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD#
Wheeler decides to pull guard.
Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wheeler is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wheeler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Wheeler wants to control from the top but Voin keeps moving.
Voin pulls Wheeler in close to his closed guard and prevents Wheeler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Voin 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.
Voin pulls Wheeler in close to prevent any damage.
Wheeler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wheeler is working hard here to advance position.
Voin wants to sweep here but Wheeler controlling him for the moment.
Wheeler looking to pass the guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Voin managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Wheeler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Voin. Voin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Voin tries to clinch but Wheeler moves out of range. #CL2#
Voin clinches with his opponent. #TD#
Wheeler pulls Voin into guard. #SUB#
Voin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wheeler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Voin has managed to get both his arms back between Wheeler's legs - danger averted.
Wheeler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wheeler looking to pass the guard.
Wheeler works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Voin wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Voin controlling the position for now.
Voin won't allow Wheeler to pass to mount.
Voin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Voin.
Wheeler looking to sit in guard and control but Voin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wheeler looking to control. #SUB#
Wheeler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Voin uses it to pass to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rylan Wheeler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
That's time! Wheeler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Voin misses with a lunging right hand
and Wheeler counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Voin can do to turn this around?
Voin tries to clinch but Wheeler moves away
and Wheeler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Voin thinking.
Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Voin is just out of range.
Voin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Voin throws a lazy uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big left from Wheeler misses.
Voin drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wheeler defends it well.#CL2#
Voin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Voin manages to break the clinch.
Voin jabs Wheeler right on the nose. Wheeler blinks but takes it well.
Zima Voin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Wheeler tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body punch from Voin.
Wheeler blocks a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Voin is looking to clinch but Wheeler is avoiding it.
Wheeler went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
Voin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wheeler paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wheeler is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Voin fails with the takedown
and Wheeler counters with a nice body shot.
Voin tries to clinch there but Wheeler circles away.
Rylan Wheeler is winning the standup battle so far.
Voin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Wheeler displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wheeler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin.
Wheeler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Voin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wheeler scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Voin tries to move into range but Wheeler moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Voin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Voin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a series of punches but Voin avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wheeler looks to land a body kick but Voin moved away.#CL2#
Voin gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Wheeler has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Voin uses from the top position. #SUB#
Wheeler has an active guard here but Voin has managed to pass into half guard.
Wheeler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cant Lose MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Voin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Wheeler wants to control but Voin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Voin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wheeler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Wheeler looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Voin pushes past his half guard into mount!
Voin controlling from mount. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wheeler is trying desperately to improve position.
Voin controlling the pace for now.
Voin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Wheeler is looking to escape.
Voin with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
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 Rylan Wheeler will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
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!#R3#
Wheeler scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Voin clinches up with Wheeler and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Voin has picked Wheeler up - he's going for a ride! Voin dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB#
Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Voin pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Wheeler looking for a kimura from the bottom but Voin passes into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Wheeler's face as Voin controls the position.
Wheeler can't do much from the bottom here.
Wheeler sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Voin is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Wheeler is trying to reverse the position but instead Voin has taken his back - oops!
Zima Voin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Let's hope that Voin 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.
I really don't envy Wheeler right now.
Voin is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Wheeler right now. #T3#
Wheeler trying to control the position but Voin manages to sink in the hooks.
Voin keeps control of the position as Wheeler tries to break free. #SUB2#
Wheeler showing good submission defense here.
Wheeler wants to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T4#
Voin is continuing to stall.
Wheeler trying to control but not successfully.
Voin has the hooks in. Wheeler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rylan Wheeler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zima Voin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wheeler 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Stoner's Killer Apparel for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: WVT 183: Haggar v Railio
Date: Nov 11, 2023

#R1#
Kangas misses with a body shot.
We've been informed that Kangas 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.
Good leg kick by Kangas.
Nice body kick there by Kangas.
Voin misses with an uppercut. Kangas saw that one coming.
Voin walks into a stiff left hand from Kangas.
Nice defenses there by Kangas.
Kangas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kangas lands an overhand right.
Kangas swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin.
Voin takes one to the chin there.
Voin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kangas finds it's way round the side to connect with Voin's head.
Zima Voin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Voin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kangas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kangas cracks Voin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kangas lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kangas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Voin.
Kangas throws out a counter right but Voin avoids it with no problem.
Kangas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL#
Voin instigates a clinch. #T1#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Voin as Kangas tries to tie him up.
A hook to the body from Kangas.
Kangas digs a right hand underneath Voin's ribcage. Voin let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD#
Voin is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kangas can't fight it off and eventually Voin manages to take the fight to the floor. Kangas looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kangas is keeping the position for now.
Voin passes Kangas's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kangas is controlling Voin's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Voin in particular looking to stall.
Kangas controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Kangas is looking to improve his position. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Voin misses with a hook
and Kangas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Some wild striking there from Voin.
A countering left hand to the body from Kangas misses.
Kangas stuns Voin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tapani Kangas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Voin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kangas.
Voin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Voin tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kangas counters with a left and a right that stings Voin. #T4#
Kangas lands a nice looking body shot.
Kangas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kangas misses with a head kick.
Voin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Voin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Voin looks to clinch
and Kangas counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Voin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kangas lands with a nice body punch.
Voin is looking to clinch.
Voin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kangas comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A big right from Kangas misses.
Voin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD#
Voin darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Well, if Voin 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tapani Kangas dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kangas takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kangas lands with a cross.
Kangas displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Voin.
Kangas cracks Voin with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Voin has closed the distance and engaged Kangas in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kangas.
A short body shot lands from Kangas as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Kangas breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangas lands with a nice body punch.
Kangas lands a really nice looking cross but Voin seems unphased.
Voin thows a leg kick but Kangas checks it
letting Kangas counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Kangas closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kangas working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Voin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kangas lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kangas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Voin backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Kangas.
Kangas misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Kangas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kangas throws a nice outside leg kick.
Voin lands a glancing blow to the side of Kangas's head.
A big left from Kangas misses.
Voin attempts a counter takedown but Kangas avoids it well and moves away.
Nice cross by Kangas.
Voin swings for the body but Kangas moves out of range.
It seemed like Kangas was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Kangas pushes Voin up against the cage in a clinch.
Kangas presses Voin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kangas misses with a body punch.
Kangas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kangas lands a left hand that snaps the head of Voin backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Voin misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2##TD#
Voin tightens his grip and picks Kangas up, before dumping him to the ground. Kangas manages to land in guard.
Kangas is trying to hold Voin in close to prevent damage but Voin has managed to pass into half guard.
Voin is controlling the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Kangas wants to control but Voin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Voin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kangas is concentrating on defense, preventing Voin from advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Voin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kangas lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Voin backs up against the cage.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kangas paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Kangas lands a nice shot that snaps Voin's head back.
Kangas scores with a hook.
A good leg kick by Kangas.
Voin takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kangas smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kangas fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Voin manages to avoid it.#CL#
Voin moves into range and clinches up with Kangas.
Voin tries to score a body lock takedown but Kangas shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kangas.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kangas lands a body punch in the clinch.
Voin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kangas's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kangas.
Voin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kangas gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kangas blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Kangas.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Kangas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kangas swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tapani Kangas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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!#R3#
Kangas scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tapani Kangas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kangas lands a nice looking body kick.
Voin has his takedown stuffed
and Kangas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Voin tries to clinch
and Kangas counters with a stiff right hand.
Voin throws a series of punches but Kangas avoids them all with ease.
Voin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Voin blocks a head kick by Kangas.
Kangas wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Kangas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Voin has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kangas is trying to keep an underhook but Voin manages to get the takedown into half guard.#T1#
Kangas trying to control from the bottom.
Kangas keeping hold of Voin's head, controlling as best he can.
Voin controlling the pace.
Kangas tries to roll over but Voin keeps him under control.
Zima Voin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kangas is looking to control Voin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kangas avoid being mounted?
Voin prevents Kangas from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kangas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kangas digs a good hook to Voin's body. #T3#
Kangas lands a nice looking body kick.
Kangas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Voin on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Voin misses with a takedown
and Kangas counters with a good, hard body kick but Voin shrugs it off.
A big right from Voin misses.
Kangas is trying to counter with his kicks.
Voin misses with a hook. Kangas ducked under it nicely.
Kangas rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Voin moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Voin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kangas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Voin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Both fighters circling a little - Kangas finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kangas lands a slapping body shot.
Voin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jab by Voin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kangas's jab looks to have found its range, popping Voin under the eye.
Voin moves in looking to clinch but Kangas pushes him off.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kangas! But no joy.
Tapani Kangas is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Kangas thuds a left hand into Voin's body.
A low kick lands for Kangas.
Kangas cracks Voin with a good jab.
Kangas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kangas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kangas throws a head kick that Voin semi-blocks.
Nice uppercut lands for Kangas. That snapped Voin's head back.
Voin tries to move into range but Kangas moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Voin stuns Kangas with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Voin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Voin looks to clinch
and Kangas counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Voin looks to land a combination but Kangas avoids it well.
Voin walks into a stiff left hand from Kangas.
Voin throws a lazy uppercut
and Kangas counters with a stiff right hand.
Voin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kangas connects with the punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tapani Kangas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kangas 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tapani Kangas!

Event: WVT 177: Anderson v Seanoa
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1##TD#
Voin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Brillo on his heels. He'll look to pass Brillo's guard now, I'm sure.
Brillo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Brillo wants to improve his position but instead Voin has moved into half guard.
Brillo moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Brillo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Voin has picked Brillo up and slammed him! Brillo can't keep hold of the triangle and Voin manages to pass to side control!
Brillo 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.
Brillo being controlled for a moment.
Voin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Voin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Brillo for as long as he can get away with.
Brillo is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Brillo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Voin working away.
Voin just content to control the position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Voin.
Brillo is looking to reverse the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Brillo darts in looking for a takedown but Voin gets double underhooks and turns Brillo into the cage. #TD#
Voin shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brillo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Voin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Brillo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Voin is working away from the top position though.
Voin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Brillo!
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Brillo is working to get back to half guard.
Brillo keeps trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brillo looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zima Voin dominated that round.
That's time! Voin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Brillo lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD#
Voin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Brillo seems a little lost for a moment, as Voin dominates the positioning.
Brillo tries to bench press Voin off him but Voin keeps the position.
A lull in the action here.
Brillo has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin continues to hold on tight.#T1#
Brillo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Voin 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 Brillo's shoulder. That is not cool.
Brillo tries to buck Voin off but Voin is having none of it.
Voin takes a little break here. Brillo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Voin moves into the clinch.
Brillo blocks a body shot from Voin.
Brillo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Voin pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T2#
Brillo with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Brillo tries to pull guard but Voin forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Brillo is fighting off a takedown attempt but Voin is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Brillo to the mat. Brillo regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Voin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Brillo working a defensive guard but Voin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Brillo is breathing heavily.
Brillo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Brillo trying to remain calm as Voin controls from the top position.#T3#
Voin working away.
Brillo is trying to improve his position.
Voin controls the position.
Brillo tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
You can see the frustration on Brillo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Voin decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Voin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brillo can do to turn this around?
Voin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Voin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Voin content to control rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zima Voin dominated that second round.
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#
Brillo ducks under a wild hook from Voin.
Brillo's corner calls for a 1-2. Brillo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Voin tries to clinch but Brillo is having none of it.
Voin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brillo.
A slow jab from Brillo misses its intended target.
Voin attempts a counter takedown but Brillo avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Voin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brillo swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin.
Brillo with the counter takedown but Voin avoids it easily.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch but Brillo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Voin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brillo, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Voin lands a takedown into guard.
Voin is pushing down on Brillo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brillo is fighting to maintain full guard but Voin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Voin works his way into full mount! #T1#
Voin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Brillo wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Brillo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Voin controls the position.
Brillo tries to break free.
Amarillo Brillo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Voin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Brillo.
Brillo tries to escape but Voin has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Brillo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Voin keeps control of the position easily here as Brillo tries to buck him off.
Brillo is in bad spot here. #T3#
Voin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Brillo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Voin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Brillo's body. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Voin continues to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zima Voin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Voin, 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 Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: WVT 170: Mathieu v Anderson
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Immanuel lands a glancing blow to the side of Voin's head.#CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.#CL#
Immanuel closes the distance and pushes Voin back into the cage.
Immanuel has a couple of punches blocked by Voin. #BC2#
Voin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice uppercut there from Voin.
Voin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Voin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Immanuel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Immanuel scores with a punch to the head.
Nice body kick from Immanuel.
Voin blocks a head kick by Immanuel.
Immanuel takes a swing at Voin's ribcage but misses.
Voin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL2#
Voin drives through and clinches with Immanuel against the cage.
Voin drops down looking for an ankle pick but Immanuel pulls his leg out and moves away.
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!
Voin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Immanuel gets caught flat footed, as Voin shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Voin advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Immanuel isn't going anywhere.#T1#
Immanuel struggling a bit here.
Immanuel is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Voin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Immanuel tries to buck Voin off but Voin is having none of it.
Voin taking a breather here.
Immanuel tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Immanuel wants to control but Voin postures up.
Voin takes a little break here. Immanuel wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Immanuel is trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Voin cracks a nice hook into Immanuel's ribs.
Immanuel misses with the combination.
Voin changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Immanuel throws a lazy head kick
and Voin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Immanuel throws a shot to the body.
Voin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Voin throws a hook to the side of Immanuel's head but Immanuel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Immanuel doesn't manage to clinch there - Voin circles away.
Immanuel throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Voin on the side of the head.
Immanuel takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Voin takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A combination from Immanuel does no damage. #T4#
A head kick from Immanuel lands but Voin takes it in his stride.
Immanuel avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Voin jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Voin darts in and clinches Immanuel up against the cage.
Voin wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC2#
Voin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Immanuel stuffs the takedown attempt from Voin. Voin gets slowly back to his feet.
Immanuel displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Voin throws out the jab.
Immanuel throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL#
Immanuel rushes Voin and presses him up against the cage.
Immanuel throws a punch but it's blocked by Voin.
Voin wants a takedown but no success here.
Yeshua Immanuel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin.
Voin goes for a takedown in the clinch but Immanuel prevents it.
Our sources have told us that Immanuel has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Still in the clinch, Immanuel scores with a nice short uppercut.
Voin blocking some punches.
Immanuel misses with the head strike.
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 Yeshua Immanuel will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
That's time! Immanuel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Voin missing with a left hand there. Immanuel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Immanuel keeps the fight on the outside.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Voin walks into a jab.
Voin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Voin misses with a few strikes there.
Immanuel throws a big counter combination but Voin scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Immanuel avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Immanuel dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Voin. That did some damage!
Voin fails with a takedown attempt.
Immanuel takes a swing at Voin's ribcage but misses.
Immanuel connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Immanuel fails to land with a series of punches.
Immanuel goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#ROC#Voin is rocked!
Crunch! Immanuel slams his shin into Voin's torso.
Voin is still on wobbly legs! Can Immanuel finish him?
Immanuel slips under a jab from Voin.#CL#
Immanuel drives through and clinches with Voin against the cage.
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!
Immanuel misses with the head strike.
Immanuel working aggressively here.
Immanuel throws a punch but it's blocked by Voin.
Immanuel misses with some punches.
Immanuel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Voin misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Voin throws a punch but it's blocked by Immanuel.
Voin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Immanuel pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A short left from Immanuel.
Voin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Immanuel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Voin can do to turn this around?
Voin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Immanuel throws a punch but it's blocked by Voin.
Immanuel swings wildly with an uppercut but Voin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Immanuel throws a head punch that misses.
Immanuel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Immanuel has a couple of punches blocked by Voin.
Yeshua Immanuel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Immanuel lands a nice shot to the body.
Immanuel is pressed up against the cage. Voin has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Immanuel down to the mat. Immanuel avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Yeshua Immanuel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin.
Immanuel steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Voin is out on his feet! Immanuel sets himself and nearly takes Voin's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Yeshua Immanuel!
Yeshua Immanuel seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 161: Takahashi v Haudegen
Date: Sep 22, 2023

#R1#
Bokhchuud just misses with a punch to the body.
Bokhchuud looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nice sprawl there from Bokhchuud as Voin shoots in.
Voin moves out of range as Bokhchuud strikes.
Bokhchuud misses with a left hand
and Voin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Khuchtei Bokhchuud has been cut.
Bokhchuud smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CL#
Voin drives through and clinches with Bokhchuud against the cage. #BC#
Voin breaks the clinch.
Bokhchuud lands with a hook. Voin tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Voin is looking to clinch but Bokhchuud is avoiding it.
Voin lands a really nice looking cross but Bokhchuud seems unphased.
Voin looks to throw the jab but Bokhchuud is out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Voin checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #TD2#
Voin tries to sprawl but Bokhchuud drives through with a takedown into 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!
Voin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SU2#
Bokhchuud postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Voin to stand up. #T1#
A big left from Voin misses.
Voin tries for a takedown but Bokhchuud sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL#
Voin forces Bokhchuud back against the cage and clinches.
Bokhchuud misses with a knee strike.
Voin has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bokhchuud after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Voin avoids it.
Voin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Voin wants a takedown.
Bokhchuud lands a hook that snaps the head of Voin backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Bokhchuud cracks Voin with a nice body shot.
Bokhchuud misses with a punch to the body.
Voin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Voin can't get the takedown.
Voin is looking to take this one to the mat.
Bokhchuud pushes off an throws an elbow but Voin leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Voin is trying to break free.#T2#
Bokhchuud gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Voin.
Bokhchuud lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bokhchuud with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow but it misses.
A hook to the body from Voin. #BC#
Voin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch but Bokhchuud swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Voin checks a low kick from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Voin takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bokhchuud scores with a leg kick.
Bokhchuud pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bokhchuud takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bokhchuud paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Bokhchuud misses the jab.
Bokhchuud throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Voin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Voin tries to clinch up.
Bokhchuud misses with a hook.
Bokhchuud swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bokhchuud lands a lovely overhand right.
Voin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bokhchuud tries to close the distance and clinch but Voin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Voin tries to clinch there but Bokhchuud circles away.
Bokhchuud misses with a body shot
and Voin counters with a nice uppercut.
Voin throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud throws out a counter right but Voin avoids it with no problem.
Voin missing with a left hand there. Bokhchuud was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bokhchuud tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Voin moves in looking to clinch but Bokhchuud pushes him off.#T4#
Voin lands a slapping body shot.
Bokhchuud keeps the fight on the outside.
A low kick from Voin is predictable there #CL2#
and Bokhchuud moves into the clinch.
Bokhchuud has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Voin seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bokhchuud can turn it around.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Voin is trying to break the clinch but Bokhchuud is controlling him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Voin blocks it with crossed arms.
Bokhchuud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Voin lands a shoulder strike.
Bokhchuud tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but Voin blocks with his arms.
Bokhchuud throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Voin blocks it with crossed arms.
Voin can't get the takedown.
Bokhchuud lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bokhchuud misses with the head strike.
Voin is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Voin has Bokhchuud pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bokhchuud manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bokhchuud connects with a nasty looking knee right to Voin's face.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Khuchtei Bokhchuud dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Voin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Voin has closed the distance and engaged Bokhchuud in a clinch.
Voin wants to get back to striking at distance but Bokhchuud won't allow it.
Voin blocks the elbow strike.
Voin working hard to break the clinch.
Bokhchuud has Voin pressed against the cage, preventing Voin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Voin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bokhchuud has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bokhchuud lands an elbow just above Voin 's eye.
Voin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bokhchuud pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Voin is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Bokhchuud can't fight it off and eventually Voin manages to take the fight to the floor. Bokhchuud looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Bokhchuud is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Voin is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T1#
Voin controls from within his opponent's guard. #ES2#
Bokhchuud uses the cage to get back to his feet. #CL2#
Bokhchuud has Voin up against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Bokhchuud.
Voin pushes Bokhchuud back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bokhchuud missing with knees to the body.
Bokhchuud is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Voin is defending well for now.#T2#
Bokhchuud misses with some punches.
Bokhchuud tries to work over Voin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Voin misses with a body punch.
Bokhchuud throws a knee to the head but misses.
Voin has had enough of the clinch but Bokhchuud keeps him there for the moment.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body.
Bokhchuud is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC#
Voin manages to break the clinch. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bokhchuud enables Voin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bokhchuud manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Bokhchuud wants to get back to his feet but Voin passes into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#REVB#
Bokhchuud is trying to stand.
Still in half guard, Voin seems content to control.#T3#
Bokhchuud is trying to stand back up but Voin is controlling him
Still in half guard, Voin seems content to control.
Bokhchuud wants to get back to his feet.
Voin not doing much here.
Voin stops Bokhchuud from getting back to his feet.
Voin content to control rather than advance.
Bokhchuud pushes Voin off looking to stand but Voin dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Bokhchuud moves forwards but Voin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Voin looks to score with a jab to the body but Bokhchuud is just out of range.
Voin darts in looking for a takedown but Bokhchuud gets double underhooks and turns Voin into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Voin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Bokhchuud rushes Voin and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Voin breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Bokhchuud closes the distance and pushes Voin back into the cage.
Bokhchuud looking to throw knees to the head but Voin is blocking nicely.
Voin works on Bokhchuud's body with a couple of short punches.
Bokhchuud struggles to land a body shot inside as Voin controls his hands.
Voin is trying to drag Bokhchuud to the mat but Bokhchuud just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Voin takes an elbow to the temple.
Voin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Khuchtei Bokhchuud showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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#
Voin tests Bokhchuud's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bokhchuud throws a body punch but Voin moves out of range.
Voin is looking to clinch.
Voin tries to clinch there but Bokhchuud circles away.
Bokhchuud throws a low kick but Voin moves out of range easily.
A little feinted left hand from Voin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Voin misses the shot to the body.
Bokhchuud swings for the body but Voin moves out of range.
Bokhchuud cracks a nice hook into Voin's ribs.
Bokhchuud wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Voin misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin wants to clinch up but Bokhchuud keeps it at a distance.
Bokhchuud tries to score with a low kick but Voin moves his leg out of the way.
Voin is looking to clinch but Bokhchuud is avoiding it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Voin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bokhchuud wants to counter with a clinch but Voin pushes him away.#T1#
Bokhchuud avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Voin darts in looking for a takedown but Bokhchuud gets double underhooks and turns Voin into the cage.
Voin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bokhchuud avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Voin.
A frustrated look appears on Voin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Voin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bokhchuud gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Voin prevents a body shot from Bokhchuud.
Voin is trying to drag Bokhchuud to the mat but Bokhchuud just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Voin has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bokhchuud after a bit of a struggle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Voin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bokhchuud misses with a punch on the inside.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body.
Bokhchuud trying to land knees to the body.
Zima Voin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Voin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bokhchuud tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bokhchuud missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Voin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Voin tried to score with a low kick but Bokhchuud checks it.
Voin shoots in for a takedown but Bokhchuud shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Voin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bokhchuud appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bokhchuud wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bokhchuud scores with a jab to the body.
Bokhchuud takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bokhchuud throws a leg kick but Voin sees it coming and moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Voin misses the target.
Voin tries to clinch up.
Voin circles away from the clinch attempt. #T3#
Voin misses with a straight right.
A leg kick checked by Voin.
An attempted straight right counter from Voin misses the target.
Bokhchuud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bokhchuud walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Voin checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bokhchuud fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Voin manages to avoid it.
Bokhchuud keeps the fight on the outside.
Bokhchuud is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Voin rather than just go for the knockout.
Voin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud connects with a looping right hand.
Bokhchuud shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bokhchuud swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bokhchuud steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Voin.
Voin missing with a left hand there. Bokhchuud was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Voin backing away here, and Bokhchuud unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bokhchuud paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Voin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Zima Voin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Voin is looking to clinch but Bokhchuud is avoiding it.
Bokhchuud lands a really nice looking cross but Voin seems unphased.
Bokhchuud throws a leg kick that misses.
Voin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bokhchuud swivels and escapes.
Bokhchuud misses with a hook. Voin ducked under it nicely.
Bokhchuud tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Voin swivels and escapes.
Voin shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bokhchuud pinned against the cage. Bokhchuud gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Voin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bokhchuud can pounce on him.

And that's the end of the fight!
Khuchtei Bokhchuud comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bokhchuud 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khuchtei Bokhchuud!
Khuchtei Bokhchuud really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Voodoo Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: WVT 150: Briggs v Thib Jr
Date: Aug 26, 2023

#R1#
Voin connects with a body shot.
Voin shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ruttu defends it nicely.
A jab from Voin misses.
It looked like Ruttu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ruttu takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Ruttu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Voin closes the distance and clinches.
Ruttu lands with a left to the head.
Ruttu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ruttu's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Voin working hard to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Voin has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ruttu after a bit of a struggle.
Ruttu gets through Voin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Voin misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Ruttu misses with a punch to the body.
Ruttu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ruttu lands an uppercut.
Ruttu lands a shoulder strike.
Ruttu is leaning against Voin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Voin is looking for a takedown.
Reino Ruttu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin.
Come on Ruttu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC#
Ruttu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A low kick lands for Ruttu.
Voin misses with an uppercut
and Ruttu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ruttu blocks a jab.
Ruttu is looking to counter with a body kick.
Voin just misses with a punch to the body.
Voin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ruttu is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Voin's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ruttu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Voin scrambles back to his feet.
Ruttu keeps the fight on the outside.
A little feinted left hand from Ruttu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Voin tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ruttu makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Voin misses with a left hand
and Ruttu counters with a big right hand! Oh Voin is in trouble here! Ruttu follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Reino Ruttu!
A relieved looking Reino Ruttu 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: WVT 138: Corassa v Bloodaxe
Date: Aug 04, 2023

#R1#
Redman shoots in for a takedown but Voin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Voin misses with a looping right.
Voin fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Voin has managed to clinch.
Voin scores with a shot to the side of Redman's head.
Voin lands a nice uppercut.
Voin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Voin has hold of one of Redman's legs. Redman is fighting the takedown attempt but Voin gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Voin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Redman is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Redman wants to sweep here but Voin controlling him for the moment.
Voin tries to free his leg and advance position but Redman is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Redman trying to keep a closed guard but Voin is proving a slippery customer.
Voin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Voin wants to pass the guard but Redman is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Voin misses with a straight left.
Voin takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #TD2#
Redman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Redman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Voin is on top in guard. #REVR#
Redman 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.
Voin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Redman wants to control the position but Voin says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T3#
Redman wants to control but Voin passes into side.
Redman is looking to regain half guard here but Voin keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here as Voin stalls from top position.
Redman is trying to control Voin's posture but Voin avoids it. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Redman wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Voin has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Redman's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Redman is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Voin!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Zima Voin!
An out of breath Zima Voin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WVT 136: Ihantala v Mathieu
Date: Jul 28, 2023

#R1#
Schultz lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Schultz. Those never looked like landing.
And Voin tries to counter it with a takedown but Schultz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Schultz scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Schultz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Voin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Schultz throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Voin stumbling backwards into the cage! Voin bounces back off the cage towards Schultz, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Schultz lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Schultz celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Dutch Schultz!
Dutch Schultz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 126: Thibodeaux v Mahogany
Date: Jul 07, 2023

#R1#
Voin loads up on a big right hand but Alexandrov slips the punch.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Voin struggles to land a body shot inside as Alexandrov controls his hands.
Alexandrov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Alexandrov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Our sources have told us that Alexandrov has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Alexandrov prevents the takedown attempt.
Alexandrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Alexandrov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Voin is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Alexandrov to the mat. Alexandrov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Alexandrov is trying to keep Voin in close.
Voin stops Alexandrov from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexandrov working a defensive guard here. #ES#
Alexandrov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Alexandrov scores a nice knee to the body. #T1#
Alexandrov lands a body shot.
Still in the clinch, Alexandrov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alexandrov trying to control the position but instead, Voin has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alexandrov into the cage.
Alexandrov misses with a body punch.
Alexandrov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Voin is looking to take this one to the mat.
Alex Alexandrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin.
Voin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Alexandrov pulls guard effortlessly.
Alexandrov wants to get back to his feet but Voin is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Alexandrov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Voin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like Voin might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Alexandrov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Alexandrov tries to get out of the position.
Alexandrov is looking to stand up but Voin isn't so interested in that idea.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Voin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Alexandrov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Alexandrov can't find room to land a body shot as Voin controls the action.
Alexandrov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Voin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Alexandrov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.#T3#
Voin checks a low kick from Alexandrov.#CL2#
Voin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Alexandrov pulls Voin into guard. #SUB2#
Alexandrov is trying to stand and escape. In the scramble, Voin has locked hold of an arm and he's managed to lock on an armbar - Alexandrov taps out instantly and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zima Voin!
After winning the bout, Zima Voin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: WVT 121: Machado v Simone 2
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
Voin takes one on the button.
Rutger scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Voin gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Rutger gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Voin is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rufus Rutger!
After winning the bout, Rufus Rutger thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: WVT 107: Simone v Peterson 2
Date: May 26, 2023

#R1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tragedy! #CUT2#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tragedy. #TD#
Voin gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Tragedy regains guard.
Voin tries to free his leg and advance position but Tragedy is retaining full guard.
Tragedy is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Voin dives into side control.
Tragedy is trying to buck Voin off.
Voin 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.#T1#
Tragedy wants to get back to his feet but Voin drags him back down.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Voin shoots in for a takedown but Tragedy shows good takedown defense. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Voin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Voin takes a kick to the side of the head.
Tragedy misses with a head kick.
Voin throws a jab but it's blocked by Tragedy.
A big left from Voin misses.
Voin fails with an attempt to clinch.
Voin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tragedy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#ROC2#Voin is rocked!
Tragedy ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Voin out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Trage Tragedy!
Trage Tragedy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WVT 97: Ihantala v Knox
Date: Apr 29, 2023

#R1#
Shutes misses with a body kick.
Voin attempts a counter takedown but Shutes avoids it well and moves away.
Shutes throws a body punch but Voin moves out of range.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shutes paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Voin fails with the takedown
and Shutes counters with a stiff right hand.
Voin misses with a hook. Shutes ducked under it nicely.
Voin misses with a right hand
and Shutes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Shutes, as that shot connected.
Shutes lands a really nice looking cross but Voin seems unphased. #CL#
Voin darts in and clinches Shutes up against the cage.
Shutes misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Shutes.
A head punch on the inside from Voin fails to land. #BC#
Voin breaks from the clinch.
Shutes throws a leg kick but Voin moved away.
Voin takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Shutes has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shutes is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Voin.
Shutes works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
Shutes moves out of range as Voin strikes.
A little jabbing left from Shutes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Shutes throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Shutes.
Nice shot lands for Shutes.
Voin throws a predictable looking body shot
and Shutes counters with a nice uppercut.
Shutes connects with a single shot there.
Voin throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Shutes counters by clinching up.
Voin wants to break free but Shutes has control.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Voin. #TD#
Voin lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Shutes trying to hold on to Voin's head to control him but Voin postures up.
Shutes is looking for a sweep. Voin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shutes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Shutes.#T2#
Shutes wants to control but Voin passes easily into half guard.
Shutes has a hand on Voin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Voin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Voin controlling the position easily from mount.
Voin wants to take Shutes's back but he can't do it this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Shutes wants to control but Voin is having none of it.#T3#
Shutes is in all sorts of trouble here.
Shutes is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Shutes is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Shutes tries to control the position but Voin now has his back.
Voin avoiding Shutes 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Voin patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T4#
Shutes is trying to break free.
Voin avoiding Shutes 's attempts to control his hands.
Shutes might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Voin haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Voin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Shutes trying to control the hands but Voin breaks the grip.
Shutes tries to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Wesley Shutes 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#
Shutes lands with a cross.
Shutes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Voin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shutes tries to avoid it but Voin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shutes to the ground. Shutes escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Shutes fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Voin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Shutes lands with a good body shot.
Shutes cracks Voin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Voin closes the distance looking to clinch
and Shutes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Voin gets a clinch.
Shutes tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shutes.
Shutes throws a punch but it's blocked by Voin. #TD#
Voin lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shutes manages to get to full guard. #T1#
Shutes looking to control. #SUB2#
Shutes looking for subs off his back but Voin has passed one foot through into half guard.
Voin passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Shutes!
Voin content just to control the position here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Shutes tries to hold on but Voin pushes him away.
Voin looking to control and managing it successfully.
Shutes is trying to reverse the position but instead Voin has taken his back - oops!
Voin is not going to allow Shutes to sit and survive in this position.
Voin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #T3#
Shutes wants to control his opponent's hands but Voin gets his hands free.
Shutes can't escape the position.
Voin is riding his opponent, not letting Shutes buck him off.
I really don't envy Shutes right now.
Voin has good solid back control here. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shutes can't escape the position.
Shutes keeps trying to improve his position.
Voin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Shutes's body.
Shutes can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Voin controls the position.
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 Zima Voin will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Voin fails to land the takedown.
Nice cross by Shutes.
Voin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Shutes scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Good work by Voin as he checks the leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Shutes.
Voin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Shutes.
Voin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin is looking to clinch but Shutes is avoiding it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Shutes darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shutes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jab by Voin.#T1#
Voin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shutes defends well and Voin ends up having to push Shutes into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Voin managing to block the knees to the body from Shutes.
Voin can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shutes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Voin doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Voin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shutes tried to score with a low kick but Voin checks it.
Shutes scores with a nice strike.
Shutes scores with a head kick.
Shutes throws a leg kick which misses Voin's front leg but catches the back leg as Voin tries to avoid it.
Voin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shutes but Shutes pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Voin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Shutes motions for Voin to come forward. Shutes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Voin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Shutes takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shutes lunges at Voin with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Voin's hand. #CL#
Voin drives through and clinches with Shutes against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Voin is looking for a takedown.
Voin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shutes is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Voin manages to break the clinch.
Shutes throws a leg kick
letting Voin counter with a right hand.
Voin misses with a hook.
Voin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shutes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Shutes wants to counter the offense by Voin and move into the clinch position.
Nice shot by Shutes.
Voin misses the shot to the body.
Shutes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A decent looking cross lands there for Shutes.
Voin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Shutes swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin.
Voin tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shutes sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Voin somewhat.
Shutes appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Shutes darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Shutes lands with a cross.
Shutes takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Voin has Shutes up against the cage in a clinch.
Shutes unloads a knee to the mid-section. Voin lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Shutes pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Shutes misses with a punch on the inside.
Shutes using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Voin has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Voin goes for a takedown in the clinch but Shutes prevents it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shutes. #T4#
Shutes throws a head punch that misses.
Shutes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Voin's efforts to push away.
Shutes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Voin avoids it.
Shutes struggles to land a body shot inside as Voin controls his hands.
Shutes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shutes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Voin is defending well for now.
Voin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Shutes has him pressed against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Shutes.
Voin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shutess head.
Shutes trying to land knees to the body.
Shutes lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Shutes throws an elbow that misses.
Shutes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Shutes throws a head punch that misses.
Voin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Voin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wesley Shutes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Shutes 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: WVT 86: Surianglek v Marko
Date: Mar 31, 2023

#R1##CL#
Voin moves into the clinch.
Jones has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Voin after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Jones has clasped his hands together around Voin's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The referee asks Jones politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jones prefers to stall for the moment though.
Jones tries to advance to mount but can't.
An elbow from Jones crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Jones thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Voin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones advances nicely into full mount.
Jones looking to control but Voin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T1#
Jones controlling the position easily from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poor strikes thrown by Jones there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Jones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Voin is trying to escape the mount.
Jones throwing strikes here but Voin is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Jones content just to control the position here.
Jones postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Voin looks a forlorn figure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones tries to control but Voin wriggling away. #T2#
Jones landing punches.
Jones is trying to control here but Voin has managed to regain half guard.
Voin is holding on to half guard well.
Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Voin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Jones trying to pass the guard but Voin defending well.
Jones is thwarting Voin's attempts to control the position.
Jones is looking to take a break and control but Voin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Voin wants to improve his position but Jones is controlling well.
Voin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Jones trying to control the action but Voin is working from the bottom.
Jones controlling the action here.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Jones working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Voin trying to control here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jones wants to take a breather but Voin is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Voin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Voin tries to clinch up
enabling Jones to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Jones looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Voin!
Voin is not content to let Jones control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Voin being controlled for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Jones dominated that round.
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#
Voin slips under a jab from Jones.
Jones needs to keep his hands up - Voin had a free shot at his head there.#CUT#It looks like Kevin Jones has been cut.#TD#
Voin scores with a takedown into Jones's guard.
Jones is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jones wants to hit a sweep here but Voin passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jones there!
Jones stops Voin from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones is looking to get to half guard.
Jones is squirming around, avoiding Voin's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Jones tries to hold on but Voin pushes him away.
Jones is trying desperately to improve position.
Jones tries to lock up and control but Voin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Voin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jones is looking to escape.
Jones is in all sorts of trouble here.
Voin looking to control but Jones is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jones tries to reverse the position but Voin maintains control.
Jones wants to hold on but Voin pushes him away.
Jones tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones regains half guard.
Voin is pressing down on Jones's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jones is holding on for now.
Voin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Jones is trying to control but can't.
Jones is pressing down on Voin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jones being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jones looks to land a combination but Voin avoids it well.
Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Voin.
Jones misses with a shot to the body
and Voin counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Voin drives through and clinches with Jones against the cage.
Jones is looking for a takedown.
Voin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jones is looking for a takedown.#T4##TD#
Voin is trying to trip Jones. He has hold of a leg but Jones is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Voin persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jones is keeping the position for now.
Jones wants to sweep but no luck.
Voin stays in close to Jones's body and controls the position.
Jones is trying to keep Voin in close.
Jones is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones controlling Voin's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zima Voin dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kevin Jones's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jones enables Voin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jones manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jones is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Jones is stalling here. Voin is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Jones seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Voin has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Jones is looking to reverse the position.
Jones keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin slows the pace down.
Jones is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Voin takes a little break here. Jones wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Jones struggling a bit here.
Jones is being controlled here. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jones tries to buck Voin off but Voin is having none of it.
Voin taking a breather here.
Jones is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Voin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Jones trying to hold on to Voin's head to control him but Voin postures up.
Jones preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Jones is looking to control Voin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jones avoid being mounted?#T3##SUB2#
Jones looking for submissions off his back.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Voin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Voin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Voin on the side of the head.
A jab from Jones misses.
Jones throws out a loose jab but Voin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones blocks a jab.
Jones misses with a hook. Voin ducked under it nicely.
Jones scores with a body shot. #CL#
Voin has Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Voin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Voin fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T4##TD2#
Jones shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Jones showed some decent athleticism there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones trying to control from half guard but Voin is working away.
Voin is doing well to control the position and prevent Jones from advancing to side control.
Jones looks to land a strike but Voin avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones wants to control from the top but Voin keeps moving.

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 Zima Voin.
I think Voin 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zima Voin!
During a confident post fight interview, Zima Voin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: WVT 77: Machado v Halsti
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1##CL#
Voin clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Voin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wellington throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wellington pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wellington lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Wellington lands a jab to Voin's midsection.
Voin fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD#
Voin gets a double leg takedown into Wellington's guard.
Wellington looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Voin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wellington is looking to control Voin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wellington avoid being mounted?
We've been hearing good reports from Voin'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.
Wellington trying to get back to full guard but Voin takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Wellington is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T1#
Wellington wants to control but Voin is having none of it.
Wellington working to try and regain half guard.
Wellington has given up his back here.
Voin just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Voin keeps control of the position as Wellington tries to break free. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Good control from Voin.
Wellington wants to escape the position.
Voin is riding his opponent, not letting Wellington buck him off.
Wellington is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Voin off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T3#
Wellington is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Voin is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wellington is really stuck here.
Wellington is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Wellington needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation. #SUB#
Wellington tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Voin has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Wellington is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zima Voin!
Zima Voin thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WVT 68: Edwards v Ignatov
Date: Feb 03, 2023

#R1#
Voin throws a shot from downtown. Gomes moves away and avoids it.
Gomes swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Voin.#CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Gomes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gomes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Voin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch combination from Gomes misses.
Voin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gomes.#CL2#
Voin moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Voin gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB#
Gomes looking for subs off his back but Voin has passed one foot through into half guard.
Voin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gomes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Gomes trying to control from the bottom.
Gomes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Voin in particular looking to stall.
Gomes wants to improve his position but Voin is controlling well.
Voin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gomes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gomes manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gomes has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Voin has passed into side control.
Voin working away.
Gomes is looking for a sweep.
Gomes is working hard here to advance position.
Voin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gomes will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Gomes is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Gomes's face as Voin controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Voin closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gomes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gomes looks to land a left hand but Voin moved out of range nicely.
Gomes uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A jab from Gomes does it's job there.#ROC#Voin is rocked!
Gomes circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Voin tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Gomes wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ronaldo Gomes!
Ronaldo Gomes bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: WVT 61: Ihantala v McDonald 3
Date: Jan 07, 2023

#R1##CL#
Voin has Syndal up against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Syndal. #BC#
Voin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Voin tries to clinch but Syndal moves away
and Syndal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
Syndal bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Syndal throws out a counter right but Voin avoids it with no problem.
Voin lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Voin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Voin lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Voin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Voin darts in trying to clinch
and Syndal counters with a straight right hand.
Voin is looking to clinch.
Syndal looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Voin doesn't manage to clinch there - Syndal circles away.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Voin swinging wildly here. #CL#
Voin clinches with his opponent.
Syndal throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Voin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Syndal pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Voin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Syndal lands a body shot.
Syndal throws a head punch that misses.
Syndal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Voin's elbow.
Syndal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Voin goes for a takedown attempt but Syndal pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Syndal swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin.
It seemed like Syndal was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Voin tries to clinch up.
It seemed like Syndal was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Voin shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Voin was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Voin 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.
Voin content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Syndal is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Syndal is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Syndal is trying to control but can't. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Voin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Syndal knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Voin has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Voin manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Voin closes the distance and clinches.
Syndal lands with a light punch inside.
Syndal lands with a short shot to the head.
Voin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Voin lands with a right to the head.
Syndal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Voin's elbow. #TD#
Voin turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Voin taking a breather here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zima Voin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Voin throws a jab but it's blocked by Syndal.
Voin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Syndal can do to turn this around?
Voin fails in his attempt to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Syndal! But no joy.
Voin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Syndal throws a series of punches but Voin avoids them all with ease.
Voin tries for a takedown but Syndal circles away easily
and Syndal counters with a nice uppercut.
Voin throws a series of punches but Syndal moves out of range.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Voin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Voin looking to pass the guard.
Syndal seems keen to control Voin's posture.#T1#
Voin postures up.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Syndal trying to control the position here.
Voin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Syndal is keeping the position for now.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Voin 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. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Voin shoots in and gets a takedown into Syndal's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Syndal looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Voin is stalling in the full guard.
Voin won't allow Syndal to sweep him here.
Syndal can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Voin controls the pace.
Syndal looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Syndal is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Voin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Voin moves away from the strike by Syndal.
Voin doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Syndal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Syndal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Voin.
Syndal throws out a counter right but Voin avoids it with no problem.
Syndal scores with a sloppy right hand. Voin should have avoided that one.
Voin slips under a jab.
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 Zima Voin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Voin is looking to clinch but Syndal is avoiding it.
Syndal throws a counter combo.#CL#
Voin closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Voin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Voin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Syndal manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Maverick Syndal seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Voin looking to score a takedown here. Syndal is defending well but Voin drives through and ends up in Syndal's guard.
Syndal is trying to keep Voin in close.
Voin tries to free his leg and advance position but Syndal is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Voin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Zima Voin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Syndal seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Voin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Syndal swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Syndal working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Decent striking displayed by Voin there.
Voin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Voin scores with a jab to the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Voin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Voin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Maverick Syndal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Voin lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T3#
Syndal scores with a crisp jab that stopped Voin in his tracks. #CL#
Voin has closed the distance and engaged Syndal in a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Voin.
Voin blocks an uppercut. #TD#
Voin turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Syndal trying to remain calm as Voin controls from the top position.#T4#
Further stalling from Voin.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zima Voin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Voin, 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zima Voin!
A relieved looking Zima Voin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Maverick Syndal stepped up to the mic, saying 'I get paid to show up, Kicking ass is optional.'.

Event: CWC 330 - Fiso vs The Reverend
Date: Nov 13, 2022

178 cm
39 yrs
170 lbs

187 cm
32 yrs
181 lbs

Voin

Omoran

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Zima Voin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 32 losses; Golar Omoran!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Sosuke Kotani and Yukihiro Shimada.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Voin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Omoran on his heels. He'll look to pass Omoran's guard now, I'm sure.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Voin (2) vs (0) Omoran
Voin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Omoran is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Voin defends well.
Voin 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.
Voin 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#
Omoran has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Voin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Omoran isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Voin stacks Omoran 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 Voin!
Score +3 for passing guard: Voin (5) vs (0) Omoran
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Omoran tries to bench press Voin off him but Voin keeps the position. #T1#
A lull in the action here as Voin stalls from top position.
Omoran tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Voin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Omoran gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Omoran looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Omoran tries to get to full guard but Voin has control of the leg.
Voin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Omoran looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Omoran looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB2#
Omoran looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Voin pushes past his half guard into mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Voin (8) vs (0) Omoran
Omoran 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.
Voin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Omoran knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Voin stalling. #SUB2#
Omoran actively working from the bottom here.
Omoran is looking to improve his position.
Voin tries to pass to full mount but Omoran defends it. #T3##SUB2#
Omoran looking for submissions off his back.
Omoran is looking for a sweep. Voin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Omoran looking for submissions off his back.
Omoran is looking for a sweep. Voin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Voin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Omoran 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 Voin. Oh but Omoran has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Voin goes limp - he's gone! Omoran jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Golar Omoran!
A very excited looking Golar Omoran 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: CWC 329 - Tokyo
Date: Nov 06, 2022

178 cm
39 yrs
170 lbs

175 cm
21 yrs
169 lbs

Voin

Helvig

Event: CWC 328
Date: Oct 30, 2022

180 cm
29 yrs
180 lbs

178 cm
39 yrs
170 lbs

Vrjalya

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Ken Vrjalya! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Daniel Cesar and Luis Engracia.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vrjalya tries to score a power double leg takedown but Voin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vrjalya somewhat.
Vrjalya darts in looking for a takedown but Voin gets double underhooks and turns Vrjalya into the cage.
Voin is looking to take this one to the mat.
Voin goes for a takedown attempt but Vrjalya pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Vrjalya shoots in but Voin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ken Vrjalya. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Voin clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Voin is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Vrjalya can't fight it off and eventually Voin manages to take the fight to the floor. Vrjalya looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vrjalya (0) vs (2) Voin
Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vrjalya is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vrjalya is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Voin defends well.#T1#
Voin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Voin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vrjalya holds on and takes a little breather.
Vrjalya wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Voin is now in half guard. #SUB#
Vrjalya 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.#T2#
Voin is looking to pass Vrjalya's guard but actually Vrjalya recovers to full guard. #SUB#
Voin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Vrjalya trying to control the position. #T3##SUB#
Vrjalya working for a triangle but Voin defends it easily.
Vrjalya wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Voin is now in half guard. #T4##SUB#
Vrjalya with the active half guard here but Voin passes nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vrjalya (0) vs (5) Voin
Vrjalya wants to control but Voin postures up.
Vrjalya regains half guard.
Vrjalya wants to get back to full guard but Voin has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vrjalya (0) vs (8) Voin
Voin controls the position from side control.
Vrjalya is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T5#
Vrjalya is looking to regain half guard here but Voin keeps moving and retains side control.
Vrjalya manages to work his way to half guard, despite Voin's best efforts.
Vrjalya wants to get back to full guard but Voin has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vrjalya (0) vs (11) Voin
Vrjalya is working to get back to half guard. #T6#
Voin wants to take his opponent's back but Vrjalya doesn't allow it.
Voin prevents Vrjalya from getting the reversal.
Voin manages to capitalize on a mistake by Vrjalya to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Vrjalya (0) vs (14) Voin#SUB2#
Vrjalya defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #T7#
Voin not allowing Vrjalya to control his hands.
Voin keeps control of the position easily here as Vrjalya tries to buck him off.
I really don't envy Vrjalya right now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vrjalya trying to control the hands but Voin won't let him. #T8#
Vrjalya tries to break free.
Voin biding his time, looking for the opening.
Vrjalya tries to escape the position.
Vrjalya is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Irish Collar & Elbow Academy (ICE), so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T9#
Vrjalya trying to control the action but Voin just sinks the hooks in.
Voin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Vrjalya.
You can see the frustration on Vrjalya's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Voin has good solid back control here. #T10#
Vrjalya tries to roll but Voin sticks to his back.
Vrjalya looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T11#
You can see the frustration on Vrjalya's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Vrjalya trying to control the position but Voin manages to sink in the hooks.
Vrjalya is trying to break free.
Vrjalya trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T12#
You can see the frustration on Vrjalya's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Voin is not going to allow Vrjalya to sit and survive in this position.
Vrjalya can't escape the position.
Vrjalya manages to reverse the position and now he's in Voin's guard. Nice work there by Vrjalya.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vrjalya (2) vs (14) Voin
Vrjalya pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Voin is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Voin keeping moving, preventing Vrjalya from controlling successfully.
Voin working a defensive guard here.
Vrjalya controlling from the top position.
Voin has control of Vrjalya's left arm, preventing Vrjalya from doing any damage. #T14#
Vrjalya trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Voin manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vrjalya (2) vs (16) Voin
Voin pushes down on Vrjalya's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vrjalya is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Voin is looking to advance position but Vrjalya won't allow it.
Vrjalya trying to hold on to Voin's head to control him but Voin postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Voin wins on points by 16 to 2.
Our winner, Zima Voin, 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: CWC 326
Date: Oct 16, 2022

180 cm
32 yrs
187 lbs

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

Cruz

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 12 losses; Michael Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Matheus Silva and Mauricio Rocha.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Cruz circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Voin clinches with his opponent.
Voin has Cruz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cruz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Cruz is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Voin pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Cruz has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Voin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD#
Cruz turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cruz manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cruz (4) vs (0) Voin
Cruz is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Voin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Voin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cruz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Cruz moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Voin is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Cruz is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Cruz (6) vs (0) Voin
Cruz controlling the position easily from mount.
Voin holds on to Cruz as tight as he can, avoiding damage.#T2#
Voin tries to hold on but Cruz pushes him away.
Voin is trying desperately to improve position.
Voin is squirming around, avoiding Cruz's attempts to control the action.
Voin tries to lock up and control but Cruz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Cruz prevents Voin from getting the reversal.
Voin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cruz controlling the pace for now.
Cruz's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
Voin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Voin is controlling an arm, preventing Cruz from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Voin is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Cruz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cruz wants to take Voin's back but he can't do it this time.
Voin tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Voin tries to hold on but Cruz pushes him away.
Voin reaches up and holds on to Cruz to control the position.
Cruz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Voin looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Cruz (9) vs (0) Voin#T7#
Voin trying to control the position but Cruz manages to sink in the hooks.
Voin is really stuck here.
Voin trying to control but not successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T8#
Further stalling from Cruz.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Voin wants to escape the position. #T9#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T10#
Voin wants to escape the position.
Cruz keeps control of the position easily here as Voin tries to buck him off. #T11##T12#
Voin is really stuck here.
Voin trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Good control from Cruz.
Cruz is not going to allow Voin to sit and survive in this position. #T13#
Cruz really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Voin.
Cruz gets his hands free as Voin looks to control.
Cruz biding his time, controlling Voin. #T14#
Cruz gets his hands free as Voin looks to control.
You can see the frustration on Voin's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Cruz biding his time, looking for the opening.
Cruz controlling well, preventing Voin from escaping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cruz really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Voin.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cruz takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Michael Cruz retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Michael Cruz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CWC 325 - Camara vs Petersen
Date: Oct 09, 2022

180 cm
31 yrs
175 lbs

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

Ottke

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 36 losses; Rolf Ottke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Elvis Blanc.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Voin has managed to clinch.
Voin stops a takedown attempt from Ottke.
Ottke is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Voin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ottke avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ottke goes for a takedown attempt but Voin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
Voin pushes Ottke up against the cage in a clinch.
Ottke looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rolf Ottke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ottke is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ottke has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Voin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Voin lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ottke (0) vs (2) Voin#SUB#
Ottke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ottke has control of Voin's left arm, preventing Voin from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1##SUB#
Ottke had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Voin defends it easily.
Voin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ottke has his hands on Voin's head, controlling the position.
Voin controlling from the top position. #T2#
Ottke has control of Voin's left arm, preventing Voin from doing any damage.
Voin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Voin wants to control from the top but Ottke keeps moving.
Ottke is pulling down on Voin's head. It's preventing any offense from Voin, at least for the moment.#T4#
Voin stays in close to Ottke's body and controls the position.
Ottke is trying to keep Voin in close.
Ottke wants to sweep but no luck.
Voin content to stall in guard here.
Voin wants to pass the guard but Ottke is keeping the position.#T5#
Ottke looking for a sweep. Not yet Ottke, not yet.
Ottke lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (2) Voin
Ottke trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Voin trying to keep a closed guard but Ottke is proving a slippery customer.
Voin seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T6#
Ottke pushes down on Voin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Voin is not content to let Ottke control the position.
Still in half guard, Ottke seems content to control.
Ottke wants to free his trapped foot but Voin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ottke seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Voin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T7#
Ottke is really struggling to control Voin but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Voin keeping control of the position.
Ottke performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T8#
Voin is looking for a sweep. Ottke is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ottke seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Voin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ottke perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T9#
Ottke's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Voin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Ottke wants to pass the guard but Voin is defending well.
Ottke seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Voin wants to control but Ottke is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T10#
Voin is trying to get back to full guard.
Voin is trying to maintain the position but Ottke is very close to passing his half guard.
Ottke is keen to just control but Voin is a slippery customer.
Voin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ottke's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ottke's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ottke (2) vs (6) Voin
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Voin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ottke tries to roll but Voin sticks to his back.
Ottke wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace. #T11#
Ottke tries to escape but Voin has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Voin just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Voin has the hooks in. Ottke is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ottke is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Ottke trying to control the hands but Voin breaks the grip.
Ottke is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Voin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Voin controlling well, preventing Ottke from escaping the position.
Ottke rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ottke is looking for a sweep. Voin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ottke has a hand on Voin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Voin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (2) vs (9) Voin
Ottke tries to hold on but Voin pushes him away. #T13#
Voin prevents Ottke from getting the reversal.
Ottke wants to control but Voin is having none of it.
Ottke keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ottke is controlling an arm, preventing Voin from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ottke manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ottke tries to get to full guard but Voin has control of the leg. #T14#
Voin trying to control from half guard but Ottke is working away.
Ottke wants to control but Voin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Voin wins on points by 9 to 2.
An out of breath Zima Voin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CWC 324 - Burroughs vs Ramirez
Date: Oct 02, 2022

187 cm
31 yrs
181 lbs

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

Omoran

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 29 losses; Golar Omoran! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Chris Downing and Gwen Towbar.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Voin clinches with his opponent.
Voin is pressed up against the cage. Omoran has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Voin down to the mat. Voin avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Omoran throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Voin's waist but Voin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Omoran off to one side. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Omoran wants to take the fight to the mat but Voin manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Golar Omoran. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Voin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Voin tries for a takedown. No joy.
Omoran wants a takedown but no success here.
Omoran tries for a takedown. No joy.
Voin stops a takedown attempt from Omoran.
Voin goes for a takedown in the clinch but Omoran prevents it.
Voin drops down looking for an ankle pick but Omoran pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Voin closes the distance and clinches.
Voin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Omoran. #TD2#
Voin turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Voin manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Omoran (0) vs (4) Voin#T1#
Omoran tries to bench press Voin off him but Voin keeps the position.
Omoran is working hard here to advance position.
Voin controls the position from side control.
Omoran struggling a bit here.
Omoran tries to bench press Voin off him but Voin keeps the position. #T2#
Omoran wants to control but Voin postures up.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Voin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Voin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Omoran will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Omoran keeping his opponent close.#T3#
A lull in the action here as Voin stalls from top position.
Omoran is trying to control Voin's posture but Voin avoids it.
Omoran is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Omoran's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Omoran is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Omoran stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#T5#
Voin wants to take a breather but Omoran manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Voin.
Voin 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. #SUB#
Omoran working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Voin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Voin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Voin trying to control but Omoran is working from the bottom. #T6#
Omoran has Voin pulled in close to control his posture.
Omoran is trying to keep Voin in close.
Omoran keeping full guard, as Voin tries to pass.
Omoran 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.#T7#
Omoran is trying to keep Voin in close.
Omoran 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.
Voin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Voin stopping the sweep attempt from Omoran.#T8#
Omoran has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Voin has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Omoran (0) vs (7) Voin
Voin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Omoran will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
You can see the frustration on Omoran's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Omoran tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Voin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T9#
A lull in the action here as Voin stalls from top position.
Omoran is trying to improve his position.
Voin just content to control the position. #T10#
Omoran tries to bench press Voin off him but Voin keeps the position.
Voin happy to just control the position for now.
Omoran is not content to let Voin control the position.
Omoran tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
Voin happy to just control the position for now.
Omoran is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Omoran sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T12#
Voin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Omoran has a hand on Voin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Voin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Omoran (0) vs (10) Voin
Voin controlling the pace for now. #T13#
Voin avoids the attempt from Omoran to control.
Omoran tries to improve his position but instead Voin has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Omoran (0) vs (13) Voin
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Omoran turns into Voin and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Omoran (2) vs (13) Voin
Omoran controls from within his opponent's guard.
Omoran wants to control from the top but Voin keeps moving. #T14#
Voin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Voin has Omoran pulled in close to control his posture.
Omoran wants to control from the top but Voin keeps moving.
Omoran is really struggling to control Voin but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Voin is trying to control the position but Omoran postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Voin wins on points by 13 to 2.
After winning the bout, Zima Voin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CWC Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 28, 2022

185 cm
24 yrs
175 lbs

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

Maitonaama

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Aslak Maitonaama! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Daniel Bishop and Donald Grub.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Voin pushes Maitonaama up against the cage in a clinch.
Maitonaama is pressed up against the cage. Voin has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Maitonaama down to the mat. Maitonaama avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Voin gets a clinch. #TD#
Maitonaama turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Maitonaama (4) vs (0) Voin#SUB#
Maitonaama is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Voin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Maitonaama wants to control but Voin is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Maitonaama is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Voin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Maitonaama looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Maitonaama wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Voin, who protects the arm well. #T1##SUB#
Maitonaama tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Maitonaama trying to control the position but Voin is working away. #SUB#
Maitonaama thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Maitonaama trying to control the position but Voin is working away. #T2##SUB#
Maitonaama is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Voin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Maitonaama controlling the position.
Voin can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Maitonaama goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Voin has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Maitonaama but great work by Voin.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Maitonaama (4) vs (4) Voin
Maitonaama is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Voin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Maitonaama is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacksmith MMA Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3#
Voin prevents Maitonaama from improving his position.
Maitonaama is trying to maintain the position but Voin is very close to passing his half guard.
Maitonaama wants to get back to full guard.
Maitonaama is working hard here to advance position.
Maitonaama has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Voin is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Maitonaama looking for a kimura from the bottom but Voin passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Maitonaama (4) vs (7) Voin#T4#
Voin taking a breather here.
Maitonaama is trying to improve his position.#T5#
Maitonaama manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maitonaama (6) vs (7) Voin
Maitonaama wants to lay and pray for a moment but Voin keeps working. #SUB#
Maitonaama is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Voin defends it well.
Maitonaama sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Maitonaama wants to work for an arm triangle but Voin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Voin is positioning himself well to prevent Maitonaama advancing to mount. #T6##SUB#
Voin is defending against the submission attempts here by Maitonaama.
Voin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Voin is staying active underneath Maitonaama, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Maitonaama trying to pass the guard but Voin defending well.
Voin is not content to let Maitonaama control the position.#SUB#
Maitonaama is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Voin has managed to free his arm - good work. #T7##SUB#
Maitonaama is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Voin has managed to free his arm - good work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Maitonaama seems to be working for a kimura but Voin defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Maitonaama seems to be working for a kimura but Voin defends the submission attempt.
Voin desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T8##SUB#
Maitonaama is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Maitonaama trying to control from Voin's half guard. Voin has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
Maitonaama drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Voin manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Maitonaama has Voin in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maitonaama (6) vs (9) Voin#SUB#
Maitonaama working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Voin has passed into half guard! #T9#
Voin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Maitonaama wants to improve his position but Voin is controlling well.
Voin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Maitonaama wants to improve his position but Voin is controlling well. #T10##SUB#
Maitonaama actively working from the bottom here.
Maitonaama is looking to get back to full guard here but Voin has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Maitonaama (6) vs (12) Voin
Maitonaama tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Voin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Voin is staying tight to Maitonaama's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T11#
Maitonaama tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Voin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A lull in the action here as Voin stalls from top position.
Maitonaama wants to control but Voin postures up.#T12#
Voin just content to control the position.
Voin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Maitonaama tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maitonaama wants to control but Voin postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T13#
Maitonaama sneaks back into half guard.
Voin controlling the action here.
Maitonaama is looking for a sweep. Voin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Maitonaama actively working from the bottom here.
Maitonaama is trying to maintain the position but Voin is very close to passing his half guard.
Maitonaama is trying to get back to full guard.#T14#
Voin stalling.
Maitonaama tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Voin has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Maitonaama (6) vs (15) Voin
Maitonaama slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maitonaama wants to improve his position but Voin is controlling well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Voin wins on points by 15 to 6.
A very excited looking Zima Voin 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: CWC Fight Night 2
Date: Sep 20, 2022

182 cm
33 yrs
170 lbs

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

The Samurai

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Steve The Samurai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Seu Braga and Emerson Jorge.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The Samurai gets tackled into the cage by Voin. Voin maintains the clinch.
Voin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
The Samurai is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Voin is defending well.
The Samurai gets underhooks to prevent Voin's takedown attempt.
The Samurai drops down looking for an ankle pick but Voin pulls his leg out and moves away. #TD#
The Samurai manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Voin on his heels. He'll look to pass Voin's guard now, I'm sure.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: The Samurai (2) vs (0) Voin
The Samurai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Voin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The Samurai not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The Samurai trying to control the position from guard on top but Voin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Samurai definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
The Samurai's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Voin is pulling down on The Samurai's head to control his posture.
The Samurai trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Voin manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Samurai (2) vs (2) Voin
Voin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The Samurai trying to control the position. #T2#
Voin 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.
The Samurai is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The Samurai trying to control the position. #T3#
The Samurai looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Voin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The Samurai tries to roll over but Voin keeps him under control.
The Samurai trying to hold on to Voin's head to control him but Voin postures up.
The Samurai tries to get to full guard but Voin has control of the leg. #T4#
The Samurai keeping control of the position.
Voin is thwarting The Samurai's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Well, if Voin 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. #SUB#
The Samurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5##SUB#
Voin moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from The Samurai.
Score +3 for passing guard: The Samurai (2) vs (5) Voin
The Samurai struggling a bit here.
The Samurai tries to improve position but can't.
The Samurai struggling a bit here.
Voin controlling the position from side mount. #T6#
The Samurai is looking for a sweep.
The Samurai is working hard here to advance position.
The Samurai trying to remain calm as Voin controls from the top position.
The Samurai is trying to improve his position.
The Samurai manages to get back to half guard.
The Samurai is looking to control Voin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can The Samurai avoid being mounted?#T7#
Voin is taking a breather. The Samurai says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The Samurai trying to control but Voin postures up. #SUB#
The Samurai actively working from the bottom here.
Voin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The Samurai is trying is best to control the position here. #T8#
The Samurai wants to control but Voin is keeping busy.
Voin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The Samurai is trying to control but can't.
The Samurai wants to get back to full guard but Voin has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: The Samurai (2) vs (8) Voin
Voin is staying tight to The Samurai's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Voin trying to control the action but The Samurai is working from the bottom. #T9#
The Samurai is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on The Samurai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Voin happy to just control the position for now.
You can see the frustration on The Samurai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Voin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The Samurai is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Voin off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: The Samurai (6) vs (8) Voin#T10#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
The Samurai wants to control but Voin manages to buck him off and is now in The Samurai's guard! Nice work there by Voin!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Samurai (6) vs (10) Voin
The Samurai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The Samurai wants to control the position but Voin says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
The Samurai is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Voin pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Voin in particular looking to stall.#T11#
The Samurai tries to roll over but Voin keeps him under control.
Voin trying to pass the guard but The Samurai defending well.
The Samurai is looking to get back to full guard here but Voin has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: The Samurai (6) vs (13) Voin
The Samurai sneaks back into half guard.
Voin content to control rather than advance. #T12#
The Samurai trying to control from the bottom.
The Samurai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The Samurai is trying to control but Voin manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: The Samurai (6) vs (16) Voin
Voin controlling the position easily from mount.
The Samurai is looking to get to half guard.#T13#
Voin pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
The Samurai tries to control the position but Voin now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: The Samurai (6) vs (19) Voin
The Samurai looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The Samurai is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Voin doesn't have the hooks in and The Samurai manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Samurai (8) vs (19) Voin#T14#
The Samurai trying to control but Voin is working from the bottom.
The Samurai sitting in guard here, content to control.
Voin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The Samurai trying to control the position from guard on top but Voin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Samurai trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Voin manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Samurai (8) vs (21) Voin

And that's the end of the fight!
Voin wins on points by 21 to 8.
During a confident post fight interview, Zima Voin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CWC 318 - Prelims
Date: Aug 21, 2022

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

180 cm
24 yrs
180 lbs

Voin

Sisko

Event: TWGC 37 (155lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 2022

170 cm
44 yrs
147 lbs

178 cm
38 yrs
170 lbs

Rob

Voin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 9 losses; Ace Rob! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Zima Voin!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Lou da Vinci and Jorge Garcia.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Voin closes the distance and pushes Rob back into the cage.
Rob prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Rob lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rob (2) vs (0) Voin
We've been hearing good reports from Rob'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.
Rob moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rob (5) vs (0) Voin
Voin is not content to let Rob control the position.
Rob takes a little break here. Voin wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rob wants to control for a moment but Voin uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T1#
Rob perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Voin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Voin wants to control but Rob is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rob performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Voin tries to roll over but Rob keeps him under control.
Rob wants to take a breather but Voin is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Rob takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rob moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rob (8) vs (0) Voin
Rob wants to lay and pray for a moment but Voin keeps working.
Rob tries to move to mount but Voin blocks the move with his legs.
Rob wants to lay and pray for a moment but Voin keeps working. #T3#
Rob laying and praying for a moment but Voin takes advantage and regains half guard.
Rob is trying to control. Voin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rob is pressing down on Voin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Voin is holding on for now.
Rob is keen to just control but Voin is a slippery customer.#T4#
Rob wants to pass to mount but Voin is defending the position.
Rob controlling the pace.
Voin is pressing down on Rob's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rob is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rob looking to sit in guard and control but Voin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rob (8) vs (2) Voin#T5#
Voin postures up.
Voin wants to pass the guard but Rob is keeping the position.
Voin won't allow Rob to sweep him here.
Rob being controlled here, momentarily.
Rob has control of Voin's left arm, preventing Voin from doing any damage.
Voin 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.
Rob has his foot on Voin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Voin works his way back into a safe position though.#T6#
Rob has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Voin won't allow Rob to sweep him here.
Voin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rob wants to sweep but no luck. #T7#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rob holds on and takes a little breather.
Rob's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Voin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8##SUB#
Rob is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Voin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rob swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rob is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T9#
Rob is pulling down on Voin's head to control his posture.
Rob working a defensive guard here.
Rob looking to hit a scissor sweep but Voin is one step ahead there.
Rob is trying to control the position but Voin postures up. #T10#
Rob tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Voin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rob trying to control the position here.
Rob bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Voin's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rob (10) vs (2) Voin
Rob stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Voin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T11#
Rob looking to sit in guard and control but Voin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rob (10) vs (4) Voin
Voin preventing the sweep.
Rob is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Rob working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Voin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Rob is tightening it up a little... Voin has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Voin reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Voin taps out! Nice BJJ there by Rob!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ace Rob!

Event: CWC 298 - Stenberg vs Ottke
Date: Mar 13, 2022

178 cm
36 yrs
170 lbs

185 cm
39 yrs
176 lbs

Burenkov

Azaryan

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sergey Burenkov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 17 losses; Artur Azaryan!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Seu Braga and Emerson Jorge.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Azaryan tries to close the distance and clinch up but Burenkov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Burenkov has Azaryan up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Burenkov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Burenkov manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Burenkov (4) vs (0) Azaryan
Azaryan struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Azaryan regains half guard there - taking advantage of Burenkov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Azaryan is defending against the submission attempts here by Burenkov.
Burenkov wants to take a breather but Azaryan is having none of it. #T1##SUB#
Burenkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Azaryan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Azaryan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Burenkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Burenkov's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Burenkov (4) vs (4) Azaryan
Burenkov rolls, trying to escape but Azaryan keeps control of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Burenkov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
A lull in the action here.
Burenkov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T2##SUB#
Burenkov actively working from the bottom here.
Burenkov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Azaryan frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Burenkov (4) vs (7) Azaryan
Burenkov is trying desperately to improve position.
Burenkov wants to hold on but Azaryan pushes him away.#T3#
Burenkov 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.
Burenkov gets full guard.
Azaryan has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at CT. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Burenkov is trying to control the position but Azaryan postures up.
Azaryan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burenkov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Azaryan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burenkov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Azaryan has managed to get both his arms back between Burenkov's legs - danger averted.
Burenkov keeping full guard, as Azaryan tries to pass.
Burenkov keeping moving, preventing Azaryan from controlling successfully.
Azaryan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Burenkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burenkov (6) vs (7) Azaryan
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Azaryan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov pushing down on Azaryan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Burenkov wants to take a breather but Azaryan is having none of it.
Azaryan is looking to control Burenkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Azaryan avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Burenkov is working for a kimura but Azaryan is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Azaryan still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Azaryan has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Burenkov (6) vs (11) Azaryan#T5#
Burenkov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Azaryan prevents Burenkov from improving his position.
Burenkov wants to get back to full guard but Azaryan has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Burenkov (6) vs (14) Azaryan
Burenkov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Azaryan trying to pass the guard but Burenkov defending well. #T6#
Burenkov wants to improve his position but Azaryan is controlling well. #SUB#
Burenkov actively working from the bottom here.
Azaryan prevents Burenkov from improving his position.
Burenkov is not content to let Azaryan control the position.
Burenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7#
Burenkov wants to control but Azaryan is keeping busy.
Burenkov is doing well to control the position and prevent Azaryan from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Burenkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Azaryan pulls his head out easily.
Azaryan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Burenkov (6) vs (17) Azaryan
Burenkov wants to hold on but Azaryan pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Azaryan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Burenkov working to try and regain half guard. #T8#
Burenkov tries to lock up and control but Azaryan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Burenkov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Azaryan looking to control but Burenkov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Burenkov stops Azaryan from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Burenkov regains half guard.
Azaryan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Burenkov gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Burenkov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Azaryan is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Burenkov.
Score +3 for passing guard: Burenkov (6) vs (20) Azaryan
Burenkov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Azaryan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Burenkov is not content to let Azaryan control the position.
Burenkov wants to control but Azaryan postures up.#T10#
Burenkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Burenkov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Azaryan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Azaryan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Burenkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Azaryan.
Burenkov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Burenkov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T11#
Azaryan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Azaryan prevents Burenkov from improving his position.
Burenkov trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Burenkov is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Burenkov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Burenkov is looking to improve his position. #T12#
Azaryan tries to pass to full mount but Burenkov defends it. #SUB#
Burenkov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Burenkov trying to control from the bottom.
Burenkov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Burenkov.
Azaryan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now.
Azaryan postures up.
Azaryan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T13##SUB#
Burenkov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Burenkov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Azaryan stacks Burenkov 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 Azaryan!
Score +3 for passing guard: Burenkov (6) vs (23) Azaryan
Burenkov can't do much from the bottom here.
Azaryan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Burenkov regains half guard there - taking advantage of Azaryan's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T14##SUB#
Burenkov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Azaryan is looking to take a break and control but Burenkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burenkov trying to control but Azaryan postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burenkov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Burenkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Azaryan wins on points by 23 to 6.
An out of breath Artur Azaryan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: FWFC 4
Date: Nov 02, 2021

#R1#
Nti dodges the punch combination from Burenkov.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burenkov moves away.
Burenkov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nti 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.
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nti but Nti pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Burenkov misses with a right hand
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Burenkov slips a jab from Nti.
Burenkov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Nti.
Burenkov lands a nice looking body shot.
Burenkov doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD#
and Nti counters with a nice right hand that sends Burenkov toppling to the canvas! Burenkov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Nti finish him?!#ROC#Burenkov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nti avoids the body shot from Burenkov.
Burenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Nti finish him?
Burenkov misses with a shot to the body
and Nti counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Samuel Nti!

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

#R1#
Dead throws a combination that misses
and Burenkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dead connects with a good right hand that stumbles Burenkov. Burenkov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD#
Burenkov drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burenkov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Burenkov is in close to Dead's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Burenkov postures up.
Burenkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dead works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Burenkov 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.
Burenkov preventing the sweep.
Dead is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Burenkov working some strikes from top position.
Burenkov won't allow Dead to get back to his feet.
Burenkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Burenkov looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Burenkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dead's head.
Burenkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Burenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dead is retaining full guard.
Dead working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Burenkov.
Burenkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dead avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dead bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Burenkov's guard. #REVB#
Dead throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Burenkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Burenkov working a defensive guard here.
Dead forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Burenkov wants to control but Dead is keeping busy.
Burenkov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dead is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Burenkov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at St Petersburg MMA Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dead throwing shots but Burenkov is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Dead is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Burenkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dead.
Burenkov trying to control but Dead postures up.
Dead throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Burenkov to regain full guard. #T3#
Dead throws an elbow that misses. Burenkov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dead's guard. Nice move by Burenkov!#REVR#
Dead looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dead looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Burenkov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Burenkov throws an elbow that misses. Dead uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Burenkov's guard. Nice move by Dead!#REVB#
Dead throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Burenkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dead working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dead must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Burenkov is trying to keep Dead in close.
Dead trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Dead throws an elbow that misses. Burenkov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dead's guard. Nice move by Burenkov!#REVR#
Burenkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Burenkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Burenkov throws an elbow that misses. Dead uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Burenkov's guard. Nice move by Dead!#REVB#
Dead trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dead wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.
Dead in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dead throwing strikes but missing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Burenkov avoids the head kick by Dead.
Burenkov has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Burenkov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sergey Burenkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Burenkov looking to pass the guard.
Dead is looking to stand up but Burenkov isn't so interested in that idea.
Burenkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov landing with the ground and pound.
Burenkov throwing strikes from guard but Dead blocks nicely.
Dead can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Burenkov controls the pace.#T1#
Dead utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Burenkov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dead is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dead has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Burenkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dead is one step ahead there.
Burenkov keeping moving, preventing Dead from controlling successfully.
Dead distracts Burenkov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dead stopping the sweep attempt from Burenkov.#T2#
Dead throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Burenkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dead throws a strike but Burenkov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Dead keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Burenkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dead can do to turn this around?
Burenkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov trying to control but Dead is working from the bottom.
Dead is trying to control the position but Burenkov postures up.
Dead is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dead controls Burenkov momentarily but Burenkov frees himself.
Dead preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Dead is pulling down on Burenkov's head to control his posture.
Burenkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Burenkov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dead holds on and takes a little breather.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Burenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dead is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dead is pulling down on Burenkov's head to control his posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dead is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Burenkov walks into a left hand. #T4#
Dead walks into a stiff left hand from Burenkov.
Evil Dead is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burenkov has his takedown stuffed
and Dead counters with a stiff right hand.
Dead pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Burenkov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dead manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dead fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dead smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Burenkov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dead sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dead tries to move into range but Burenkov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burenkov thuds his right hand into Dead's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Burenkov blocks a head kick by Dead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Burenkov scores with a takedown into Dead's guard.
Burenkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
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 Sergey Burenkov 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#
Dead on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dead stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#TD#
Burenkov shoots in and bounces Dead off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Burenkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dead is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Burenkov stopping the sweep attempt from Dead.
Dead wants to hit a sweep here but Burenkov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dead there!
Dead regains half guard.
Burenkov trying to control the action but Dead is working from the bottom.
Dead is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dead trying to hold on to Burenkov's head to control him but Burenkov postures up.
Sergey Burenkov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Still in half guard, Burenkov seems content to control.
Burenkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dead knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Burenkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dead's head.
Burenkov controlling the action here. #SUB#
Burenkov seems to be looking for submissions.
Burenkov trying to control the pace.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dead throws a right hand that Burenkov ducks under and follows up with a left that Burenkov also avoids with ease.
Dead dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dead tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burenkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Dead.#TD#
Burenkov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dead was covering up waiting for the punch and Burenkov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Burenkov connects with a couple of short punches.
Evil Dead has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Burenkov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Dead wants to control but Burenkov passes easily into half guard.
Burenkov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dead wants to control but Burenkov is keeping busy and won't allow it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Burenkov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Burenkov, 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27

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

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

#R1#
Darko blocks a jab.
Darko raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Burenkov misses with a looping left.
Darko shoots in for a double leg but Burenkov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Darko ducks under a wild hook from Burenkov.
Burenkov fails with a takedown attempt.
Burenkov backing away here, and Darko unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Burenkov misses with a hook. Darko ducked under it nicely.
Burenkov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Darko circles away quickly and effectively.
Darko was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov shoots in for a double leg but Darko sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Darko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Burenkov rushes Darko and presses him up against the cage.
Burenkov stalling in the clinch.
Burenkov looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Burenkov tries a body shot but Darko blocks it.
Darko blocking some punches. #TD#
Burenkov lands a takedown into guard.
We've been hearing that Burenkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Darko wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov is fighting to break Darko's control of his arms but Darko is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Darko is trying to control the position but Burenkov postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov lands a couple of digs.
Burenkov stays in close to Darko's body and controls the position.
Burenkov working some strikes from top position.
Burenkov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Burenkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Darko pulls Burenkov in close to prevent any damage.
Burenkov is looking to advance position but Darko has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB##T2##SUB2#
Darko working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Burenkov tries to hold on but Darko postures up.
Darko looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burenkov gets back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Darko in particular looking to stall.
Darko prevents Burenkov from improving his position.#T3#
Darko is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Burenkov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Burenkov is looking to improve his position.
Burenkov is not content to let Darko control the position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Burenkov trying to control but Darko postures up.
Darko trying to mount his opponent but Burenkov defends it.
Darko trying to control from Burenkov's half guard. Burenkov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Burenkov keeping moving, preventing Darko from controlling successfully.
Burenkov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Burenkov working for a triangle but Darko defends it easily.
Burenkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Burenkov, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov 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#
Burenkov fails with the takedown.
Burenkov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Darko.
Burenkov looks for a takedown but Darko sprawls well.
Burenkov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Darko throws a good cross that connects. #CUT2#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Burenkov misses.
Darko follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#CL#
Burenkov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Darko stalling.
The referee calls for Darko to work. #T1#
Burenkov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Burenkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Darko can do to turn this around?
Burenkov is looking to control Darko's arms but Darko gets an underhook and turns him. Now Burenkov has his back to the cage.
A shot in the inside from Burenkov. #BC#
Burenkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Burenkov misses with a hook.
Darko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL#
Burenkov has managed to clinch.
Darko content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Darko gets underhooks to prevent Burenkov's takedown attempt.
Darko has Burenkov pushed against the cage.
Burenkov has Darko pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Darko manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
Darko pressing his opponent against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Burenkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Darko taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Burenkov.
Burenkov has Darko pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Darko manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Burenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Burenkov misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Burenkov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Darko gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Burenkov tries a body shot but Darko blocks it.
Burenkov can't get the takedown.
Burenkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Darko will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Burenkov up against the cage.
Burenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Burenkov struggles to land a body shot inside as Darko controls his hands. #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.
Burenkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Darko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Darko avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Darko - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Burenkov is looking for a takedown.
Burenkov is working for takedown but Darko is calmly controlling the position for now.
Burenkov has Darko pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Darko manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burenkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Darko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Darko just leaning against Burenkov, taking a breather.
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 Sergey Burenkov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov'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#
Burenkov wants to clinch
and Darko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Darko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burenkov throws out the jab.
Sergey Burenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burenkov lands a nice hook to Darko's body. Darko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burenkov misses with a hook to the body
and Burenkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Burenkov fails to land with a series of punches.
A combination from Burenkov does no damage.
Horrible takedown attempt by Darko or perhaps it was just good defense by Burenkov, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darko darts in trying to clinch
and Burenkov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T1#
Burenkov dives in and grabs Darko's left leg, looking for a takedown. Darko pushes down on Burenkov's head and hops out.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt
and Darko counters with a stiff right hand.
Darko has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Burenkov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Darko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Darko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Burenkov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Darko counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burenkov swings widly with a right hand
and Darko counters with a crisp right that sends Burenkov to the canvas! Darko follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Darko!
Vlad Darko gave a mention to Conviction in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: C48: Magnus vs. Francis
Date: Jul 10, 2021

#R1#
A head kick misses from Chelios.
Chelios ducks right into an uppercut from Burenkov.
Chelios throws a looping overhand right but Burenkov ducks down to avoid it.
Chelios misses with a looping right.
Burenkov tests Chelios's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chelios connects with the punch.#TD2#
Burenkov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Chelios is looking to control Burenkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chelios avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Chelios's head. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for submissions but instead, Chelios has regained full guard.
Chelios keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully. #T1#
Chelios trying to keep a closed guard but Burenkov is proving a slippery customer.
Burenkov trying to control but Chelios is working from the bottom.
Burenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Burenkov preventing the sweep.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Chelios is retaining full guard.
Burenkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Burenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burenkov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Chelios keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chelios takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Burenkov misses with a hook to the body
and Chelios counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Burenkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chelios.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt - Chelios sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Chelios looks for the body kick but Burenkov saw that one coming. #CL2#
Burenkov moves into range and clinches up with Chelios.
Chelios blocks a body shot from Burenkov.
Chelios has a couple of punches blocked by Burenkov. #BC#
Chelios's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Burenkov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Chelios stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Chelios wants it to stay on the feet.
Chelios 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.
Burenkov takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Burenkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chelios.
Chelios connects with a looping right hand.
Chelios darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Chelios throws a lazy right hand but Burenkov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Burenkov ducks under a wild hook from Chelios.
Burenkov feints the counter takedown.
Chelios throws an overhand right that lands on Burenkov's shoulder, as Burenkov tries to avoid the shot.
Chelios misses the shot to the body.
Burenkov needs to keep his hands up - Chelios had a free shot at his head there.
Burenkov throws a jab when Chelios was well out of range.
Chelios throwing a counter right hand but Burenkov manages to avoid it.
Chelios is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Chelios connects with a solid leg kick.
Chelios scores with a nice head shot.
Chelios scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt
letting Chelios counter with a right hand.
It looks like Chelios has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Jensen Chelios has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Chelios throws out a leg kick but Burenkov moves out of range and Chelios only half commits.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chelios circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chelios swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Burenkov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Burenkov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4##BC#
Chelios breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Chelios scores with a sloppy right hand. Burenkov should have avoided that one.
Burenkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chelios defends well and Burenkov ends up having to push Chelios into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Burenkov takes one to the chin there.
Burenkov thuds his right hand into Chelios's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Chelios scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Burenkov is defended easily by Chelios.
Chelios loads up on a big right hand but Burenkov slips the punch.
Chelios is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Burenkov.
Chelios takes a swing at Burenkov's ribcage but misses.
Burenkov throws a body punch but Chelios moves out of range.
Chelios displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Burenkov.
Burenkov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jensen Chelios dominated that round.
That's time! Chelios's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Chelios misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Burenkov closes the distance and clinches.
Chelios wants to break the clinch but can't.
Chelios lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chelios.
Chelios tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chelios scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chelios is trying to force a seperation but Burenkov has the dominant position.
Chelios lands a shot to the body.
Chelios lands a right hand.
Chelios scores with a nice hook to the head.
Chelios lands with a short shot to the head. #ROC#Burenkov is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.#BC#
Chelios breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Burenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Chelios finish him?
Burenkov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Chelios counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Burenkov glances at the clock... BAM! Chelios nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Burenkov crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Burenkov is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jensen Chelios!
An out of breath Jensen Chelios thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C42: Magnus vs. Shamrock
Date: Jun 12, 2021

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Burenkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Dudley, which made it look bad.
Burenkov blocks a jab.
Burenkov 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.
Burenkov throws out a loose jab but Dudley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dudley lands a slapping body shot.
Burenkov misses with a body shot
and Burenkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dudley keeps the fight on the outside.
Dudley has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tran MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Burenkov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dudley fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dudley takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Burenkov moves in looking to clinch but Dudley pushes him off.
Dudley circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Dudley to counter with a crisp jab.
Burenkov slips a jab from Dudley.
Burenkov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
Dudley swings for the body but Burenkov moves out of range.
Dudley throws a good cross that connects.
Burenkov has his takedown stuffed
and Dudley counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Damian Dudley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burenkov moves to clinch but Dudley breaks away
and Dudley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Burenkov jabs Dudley right on the nose. Dudley blinks but takes it well.
Burenkov with a poor takedown
and Dudley counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Burenkov thinking.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Dudley changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dudley catches Burenkov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dudley stuffs the takedown attempt from Burenkov. Burenkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Burenkov slips under a jab from Dudley.
Dudley lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Burenkov circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Dudley cracks a nice hook into Burenkov's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burenkov misses with a series of wild punches.
Dudley lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL2#
Burenkov clinches up against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Dudley just misses with a elbow thrown towards Burenkov's brow.
Dudley blocks a body shot from Burenkov.
Dudley scores with a nice hook to the head.
Burenkov throws a head punch that misses.
Burenkov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dudley is trying to force a seperation but Burenkov has the dominant position.
Dudley wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Dudley breaks from the clinch.
Dudley throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Burenkov.
Burenkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dudley was well out of range. Poor timing from Burenkov.#CL2#
Burenkov closes the distance and clinches.#T3#
Burenkov looking for a takedown.
Burenkov has Dudley pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dudley manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Burenkov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Dudley manages to break the clinch. #TD2#
Burenkov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Dudley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Burenkov connects with a nice short shot to Dudley's temple.
Burenkov trying to control the action but Dudley is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dudley defends it well. #SUB2#
Burenkov seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Dudley is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sergey Burenkov!
A victorious Sergey Burenkov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: C32: Knox vs. Ahma
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Burenkov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Makaki Iii moves out of range of the strikes.
Burenkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Makaki Iii.
Burenkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Makaki Iii circles away.#TD2#
Burenkov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Burenkov.
Burenkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Burenkov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Burenkov throwing shots but Makaki Iii is blocking nicely. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makaki Iii taking some punishment here, with Burenkov in his half guard.
Burenkov throwing shots but Makaki Iii is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Burenkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Makaki Iii has managed to free his arm - good work.
Burenkov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Makaki Iii blocking the ground and pound attempt from Burenkov. #SUB2#
Burenkov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Makaki Iii sees it coming and defends easily.
Makaki Iii is positioning himself well to prevent Burenkov advancing to mount.
Burenkov trying to pass the guard but Makaki Iii defending well. #T2#
Ground and pound from Burenkov.
Burenkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Makaki Iii avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Burenkov.
Burenkov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Burenkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makaki Iii is staying active underneath Burenkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Burenkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Burenkov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Makaki Iii is not content to let Burenkov control the position.#T3#
Burenkov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Burenkov with the ground and pound but Makaki Iii uses the opportunity to regain guard. #SUB2#
Burenkov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Makaki Iii keeps moving.
Burenkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Makaki Iii's head.
Makaki Iii utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Burenkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Burenkov distracts Makaki Iii with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Burenkov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4#
Burenkov landing some decent shots from guard.
Burenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burenkov landing some decent shots from guard.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Makaki Iii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Burenkov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Burenkov postures up in Makaki Iii's guard and throws a big left but Makaki Iii blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Burenkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Makaki Iii swivels and escapes.
Makaki Iii stuffs the takedown.
Burenkov wants to clinch.
Makaki Iii listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Makaki Iii stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Makaki Iii wants it to stay on the feet.
Yancy Makaki Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Nice straight punches there by Burenkov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Burenkov.
Burenkov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It looked like Makaki Iii was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Burenkov.
Burenkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Burenkov with that takedown attempt.
Makaki Iii half committed to a counter leg kick.
Makaki Iii missing with a left hand there. Burenkov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A left lands for Burenkov.
Burenkov walks into a jab.
Burenkov throws a big shot that misses.#T1##CL2#
Burenkov has managed to clinch.
Makaki Iii tries to work over Burenkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Makaki Iii tries to land knees in the clinch but Burenkov avoids the damage to the body.
Burenkov lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Burenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Burenkov clinches.
Makaki Iii lands an elbow just above Burenkov 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Makaki Iii tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Burenkov avoids it.
Burenkov lands with a light punch inside.
Makaki Iii lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Burenkov lands with a light punch inside.
Makaki Iii throws an elbow that misses.
Makaki Iii is pressed up against the cage. Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Makaki Iii down to the mat. Makaki Iii avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Makaki Iii misses with a straight right.
Burenkov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burenkov fails with the takedown.
Makaki Iii thuds his right hand into Burenkov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
Nice shot by Burenkov.
Burenkov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Burenkov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Burenkov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A shot to the body from Burenkov misses
and Makaki Iii counters with a slapping leg kick.
Makaki Iii scores with a leg kick.
Makaki Iii looks to land a right hand but Burenkov moved out of range.
Yancy Makaki Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Makaki Iii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Burenkov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Makaki Iii defends it well.
Makaki Iii throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Burenkov misses with a body shot.
Makaki Iii is looking to counter punch.
Burenkov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Makaki Iii stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Makaki Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Burenkov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little jabbing left from Burenkov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Burenkov scores with a one two! Makaki Iii had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Burenkov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Makaki Iii counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Burenkov loads up on a big right hand but Makaki Iii slips the punch.
Makaki Iii fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Makaki Iii misses with a hook.
Burenkov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Burenkov defending well as Makaki Iii loads up on a big left hand.
Burenkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yancy Makaki Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Makaki Iii moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Burenkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Makaki Iii's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Burenkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Burenkov stopping the sweep attempt from Makaki Iii.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Makaki Iii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Burenkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Burenkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Makaki Iii has wrist control.
Burenkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Burenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Burenkov postures up in Makaki Iii's guard and throws a big left but Makaki Iii blocks it.
Burenkov stops Makaki Iii from standing up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Burenkov's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Burenkov punishes Makaki Iii's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Makaki Iii misses.
Burenkov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt - Makaki Iii sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergey Burenkov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Makaki Iii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Burenkov misses with a wild body shot.
Makaki Iii looks to land a left hand but Burenkov moved out of range nicely.
Makaki Iii throws a jab but it's blocked by Burenkov.
Makaki Iii tries to score with a low kick but Burenkov moves his leg out of the way.
Makaki Iii looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Burenkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Makaki Iii.
Burenkov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Makaki Iii takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Burenkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Burenkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Makaki Iii is fending him off so far but Burenkov persists. Nope, Makaki Iii circles away and we're back to standing.
Makaki Iii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Burenkov! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makaki Iii lands with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Burenkov drives through and clinches with Makaki Iii against the cage.
Burenkov has Makaki Iii pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Makaki Iii manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Burenkov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Burenkov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Makaki Iii tries to land knees in the clinch but Burenkov avoids the damage to the body. #T1##BC2#
Burenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Makaki Iii misses with a left hand
and Burenkov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Burenkov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Makaki Iii. Makaki Iii circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A slapping leg kick lands for Makaki Iii.
Burenkov lands a glancing blow to the side of Makaki Iii's head.
Burenkov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Makaki Iii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Yancy Makaki Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Burenkov lands with a good body shot.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt
and Makaki Iii counters with a nice uppercut.
Makaki Iii misses with a low kick.
Burenkov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Makaki Iii throws the left hand but Burenkov avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
Burenkov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Makaki Iii looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Yancy Makaki Iii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sergey Burenkov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A lull in the action here as Burenkov stalls from top position.
Makaki Iii stops Burenkov from passing to mount.
Burenkov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Makaki Iii is looking to regain half guard here but Burenkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Burenkov staying calm.#T3#
Burenkov throws an elbow but Makaki Iii slips to the side and avoids it well.
Burenkov controlling the position from side mount.
Burenkov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Makaki Iii is being controlled here.
Makaki Iii prevents Burenkov from improving position.
Sergey Burenkov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Burenkov is putting a hurting on Makaki Iii here, landing some big shots from side control. #SUB2#
Burenkov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Burenkov controlling the position. #SUB2#
Burenkov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Burenkov advances to full mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Burenkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Burenkov 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Burenkov!
Sergey Burenkov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Yancy Makaki Iii stepped up to the mic, saying 'Donï¿½t Worry Fans Iï¿½ll Train Hard And Win Next Fight '.

Event: CFN12: Mckean vs. Carvalho
Date: Mar 07, 2021

#R1#
Hakekia 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. #TD#
Hakekia gets caught napping as Burenkov dives in and scores a takedown. Hakekia manages to retain guard.
Burenkov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Burenkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Hakekia has wrist control.
Burenkov is looking to pass into half guard but Hakekia pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hakekia is in guard.#REVB#
Burenkov 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Hakekia stands and steps away. Burenkov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Burenkov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hakekia stuffs the takedown.
Burenkov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burenkov moves out of range as Hakekia throws a body kick.
A punch lands to the side of Burenkov 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Burenkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Hakekia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hakekia slips under a jab from Burenkov.
Hakekia scores with a hook to the body. Burenkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Burenkov misses the shot to the body.
Hakekia slips a jab from Burenkov.
Hakekia digs a good body shot into Burenkov's ribs.
Burenkov tries for a takedown but Hakekia circles away easily
and Hakekia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hakekia.
Hakekia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Burenkov tries to clinch but Hakekia moves out of range.
Burenkov defending well as Hakekia loads up on a big left hand.
Burenkov throws a poor cross that misses
and Hakekia makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Hakekia ducks under a wild hook from Burenkov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burenkov. Hakekia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hakekia throws a body punch but Burenkov moves out of range.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt - Hakekia sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Hakekia fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Burenkov on the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice defenses there by Hakekia.
Hakekia counters with a body kick.
Hakekia has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Burenkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Burenkov moves into the clinch.
Hakekia landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Hakekia scores with a nice hook to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Hakekia throws an elbow but misses.
Hakekia can't find room to land a body shot as Burenkov controls the action.
Hakekia gets through Burenkov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Burenkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Burenkov prevents a body shot from Hakekia.
Hakekia misses with an elbow strike.
Burenkov slowing the pace effectively.
Hakekia scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC2#Burenkov is rocked!
Hakekia gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Burenkov.
Oh Burenkov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head punch on the inside from Burenkov fails to land.
Hakekia using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Burenkov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Burenkov is trying to drag Hakekia to the mat but Hakekia just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Burenkov seems to have got his legs back now.
Burenkov wants a takedown but no success here. #T3#
Burenkov is working for takedown but Hakekia is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hakekia throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Hakekia pushes off an throws an elbow but Burenkov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Hakekia lands a nice uppercut.
Burenkov blocks a body shot from Hakekia.
Burenkov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hakekia.
Burenkov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hakekia is keeping busy.
Hakekia tries to work over Burenkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hakekia lands a shoulder strike.
Hakekia scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hakekia tries to throw a body punch but Burenkov avoids it by throwing Hakekia back against the cage.
Hakekia throws a big uppercut that drops Burenkov! More strikes from Hakekia and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Burenkov lies dazed against the cage as Hakekia celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alika Hakekia!
Alika Hakekia took some time post fight to say the following; 'I Can’t Wait To Take Over Combate Lightweight Division Over And Become The Next Champion '.

Event: PANDA 80
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1#
Ahma misses with a wild body shot.
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ahma as he jumps to the side.
Burenkov tries for a takedown but Ahma circles away easily
and Ahma counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Burenkov throws a shot to the body.
Ahma misses with a body shot.
Burenkov tries to close the distance and clinch but Ahma swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ahma feinted there with a counter leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ahma darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A big left from Burenkov misses.
Ahma throws a counter high kick but Burenkov was just alert enough to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov throws an off balance right hand
and Ahma counters with a slapping leg kick. #TD2#
Burenkov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burenkov lands strikes from half guard.#T1#
Ahma moves into full guard.
Ahma is trying to control the position but Burenkov postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ahma is really struggling to control Burenkov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Ahma looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Burenkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Burenkov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ahma utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ahma is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Burenkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov trying to move into half guard but instead Ahma has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Burenkov looking to control.
Ahma's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Burenkov 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.#SUB2#
Burenkov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Burenkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Burenkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Burenkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Burenkov postures up in Ahma's guard and throws a big left but Ahma blocks it.
Ahma working a defensive guard here.
Burenkov trying to control but Ahma is working from the bottom.
Burenkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Burenkov lands a couple of digs.
Burenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ahma swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Ahma wants to stand but Burenkov is controlling the position.
Burenkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Ahma keeps moving.
Burenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Burenkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Burenkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Burenkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ahma's head.
Ahma is pulling down on Burenkov's head to control his posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ahma.
Ahma walks into a straight right hand from Burenkov.
Burenkov lands a lovely overhand right.
Burenkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ahma is fending him off so far but Burenkov persists. Nope, Ahma circles away and we're back to standing.
Ahma lands a jab to the head.
Burenkov misses with an uppercut. Ahma saw that one coming.
Burenkov misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Burenkov has a takedown stuffed.
A telegraphed right hand from Ahma misses the target. #T1#
Ahma is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Burenkov.
Ahma is looking to score with low kicks.
Burenkov misses the shot to the body.
Verneri Ahma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burenkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ahma.
A jab from Ahma misses.
Burenkov scores with a nice strike.
Burenkov misses with an uppercut. Ahma saw that one coming.
Burenkov tries to clinch there but Ahma circles away.
Burenkov misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Ahma misses the target.
Ahma looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Burenkov scores with a punch to the head.
Ahma connects with an inside leg kick.
Ahma ducks under a wild hook from Burenkov.
Burenkov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Jab by Burenkov.
Burenkov looks to land a combination but Ahma avoids it well.
Burenkov misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burenkov shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahma sprawls well. He's pushed Burenkov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Verneri Ahma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Burenkov tries for a takedown but Ahma circles away easily
and Ahma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ahma misses with a low kick.
Ahma keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Burenkov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ahma at a distance.
Verneri Ahma is winning the standup battle so far.
Burenkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ahma circles away.
It looked like Ahma wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Burenkov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ahma throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Burenkov keeps the fight on the outside.#T3#
Burenkov defending well as Ahma loads up on a big left hand.
Burenkov misses with a hook.
Ahma bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC#Burenkov is rocked!
Burenkov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Burenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Ahma finish him?
Ahma is looking to slow Burenkov down with leg kicks.
Ahma drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Burenkov right on the button. Burenkov goes down! Ahma follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Ahma gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Verneri Ahma!
A victorious Verneri Ahma thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: PANDA 73
Date: Jan 15, 2021

#R1#
White Jr throws a shot to the body.
White Jr tries to move into range but Burenkov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
White Jr throws a half hearted mid kick.
As White Jr tries to get set, Burenkov tries to push him back and clinch up but White Jr manages to avoid the attempt.
Burenkov fails to land with a series of punches.
We've been hearing reports that Burenkov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Burenkov moves out of range of the body kick from White Jr.
Burenkov avoids the body shot from White Jr. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from White Jr enables Burenkov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. White Jr manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Burenkov throws a big elbow that misses.
White Jr is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Burenkov is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov 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.
Burenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Burenkov prevents White Jr from getting back to his feet.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T1##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Burenkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but White Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
White Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
White Jr throws a shot from downtown. Burenkov moves away and avoids it.
A combination from White Jr does no damage.
White Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
White Jr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Burenkov under the eye.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that White Jr has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
White Jr scores with a nice head shot.
White Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Burenkov misses the jab.
Burenkov moves away from the strike by White Jr.
Burenkov throws a big counter combination but White Jr scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Burenkov misses with a jab to the body
and White Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Burenkov misses with a wild body shot.
White Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
White Jr misses with a body shot.
Burenkov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Burenkov throws a hook to the side of White Jr's head but White Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Burenkov lands with an uppercut that bounces White Jr off the cage and back into range.
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!
Burenkov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sergey Burenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
White Jr misses the jab.
Burenkov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as White Jr sprawls well. White Jr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Burenkov gets slowly back to his feet.
And White Jr responds with a good body kick, but Burenkov manages to step out the way in time.
White Jr looks for the body kick but Burenkov saw that one coming. #TD#
Burenkov looking to score a takedown here. White Jr is defending well but Burenkov drives through and ends up in White Jr's guard.
White Jr is looking to stand back up but Burenkov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by White Jr.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REVB#
Burenkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed White Jr's head.
Burenkov wants to control but White Jr is keeping him busy.
Burenkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
White Jr keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Burenkov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing White Jr to regain full guard.
White Jr wants to get back to his feet but Burenkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Burenkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Burenkov won't allow White Jr to get back to his feet.
Burenkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Burenkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of White Jr's head.
Burenkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Burenkov won't allow White Jr to get back to his feet.
Burenkov chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
White Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but White Jr keeps moving.
Burenkov won't allow White Jr to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Burenkov throws an elbow that misses. White Jr uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Burenkov's guard. Nice move by White Jr!#REVB#
Burenkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Burenkov is trying to control the position but White Jr postures up.
White Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.
White Jr must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
White Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
White Jr won't allow Burenkov to sweep him here.
Burenkov pulls White Jr in close to his closed guard and prevents White Jr from doing any damage or advancing position.
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 Sergey Burenkov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
White Jr cracks Burenkov with a right hand to the side of the head.
White Jr looks for the body kick but Burenkov saw that one coming. #TD#
Burenkov gets a double leg takedown into White Jr's guard.
Sergey Burenkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
White Jr keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully.
Burenkov throwing strikes from guard but White Jr blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Burenkov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and White Jr dives on top into guard.#REVB#
White Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Burenkov 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.#T1#
White Jr preventing the sweep.
White Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Burenkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
White Jr would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
White Jr pushes down on Burenkov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
White Jr is trying to control. Burenkov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
White Jr trying to control the pace.
Burenkov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but White Jr scores with a couple of nice shots.
Burenkov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Burenkov wants to get back to full guard.
Burenkov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but White Jr scores with a couple of nice shots.
White Jr is keen to just control but Burenkov is a slippery customer.
White Jr looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
White Jr frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Burenkov tries to reverse the position but White Jr maintains control.#T3#
Burenkov is working hard here to advance position.
White Jr lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, White Jr cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
White Jr controlling from mount.
Burenkov is trying to escape the mount.
Burenkov wants to hold on but White Jr pushes him away.#T4#
White Jr dominating with strikes here.
Burenkov can't escape the position.
Burenkov regains half guard.
Burenkov moves into full guard.
Burenkov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but White Jr puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
White Jr performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Burenkov moves into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
White Jr passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruce White Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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!#R3#
Burenkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by White Jr.
Burenkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from White Jr.
Bruce White Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
White Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burenkov was well out of range. Poor timing from White Jr.
White Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Burenkov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #KD2#
White Jr drops Burenkov with a left and a right! Oh, Burenkov is hurt - White Jr dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#Burenkov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big shot lands for White Jr! That's hurt Burenkov! Will he recover? White Jr fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bruce White Jr!
Bruce White Jr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: TC Wednsday Warriors 5
Date: Dec 02, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Marcelo shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Burenkov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at St Petersburg MMA Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Marcelo is looking to advance position but Burenkov won't allow it.
Marcelo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Burenkov tries to get to full guard but Marcelo has control of the leg.
Marcelo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Marcelo prevents Burenkov from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov is working hard here to advance position.
Marcelo trying to control the action but Burenkov is working from the bottom.
Marcelo trying to pass the guard but Burenkov defending well. #T1#
Marcelo is looking to take a break and control but Burenkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Marcelo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Burenkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Marcelo.
Burenkov gets full guard.
Burenkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Burenkov, not yet.
Marcelo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now.
Burenkov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Marcelo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Marcelo trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom.
Burenkov 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.
Marcelo wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck for Marcelo with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Marcelo closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Marcelo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Marcelo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Marcelo working a defensive guard here.
Marcelo seems keen to control Burenkov's posture.#T3#
Burenkov landing with the ground and pound.
Burenkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Burenkov lands a couple of elbows.
Burenkov is working Marcelo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Burenkov won't allow Marcelo to sweep him here.
Marcelo keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully.
Marcelo keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass. #SUB#
Burenkov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marcelo has Burenkov pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Marcelo is trying to keep Burenkov in close.
Burenkov stopping the sweep attempt from Marcelo.#SUB2#
Marcelo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Burenkov defends well.
Marcelo trying to keep a closed guard but Burenkov is proving a slippery customer.
Marcelo 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marcelo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
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 Sergey Burenkov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Burenkov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Marcelos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD#
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Marcelo wants to get back to full guard.
Burenkov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Marcelo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Burenkov is thwarting Marcelo's attempts to control the position.
Burenkov moves nicely into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Marcelo!
Burenkov wants to control the pace but Marcelo is squirming around nicely.
Burenkov landing shots from mount. #T1#
Burenkov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Marcelo hang on?
Burenkov working the ground and pound effectively.
Marcelo slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Marcelo wants to control but Burenkov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Burenkov prevents Marcelo from improving his position.
Marcelo is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Burenkov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Burenkov working over Marcelo with some ground and pound. Marcelo looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Burenkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Burenkov drops an elbow to the side of Marcelo's head.
Burenkov slips a nice elbow through Marcelo's hands, connecting with Marcelo's forehead.
Marcelo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sergey Burenkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Marcelo has hold of Burenkov's hands but Burenkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Marcelo trying to control but Burenkov postures up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burenkov working the head and body with strikes.
Burenkov is nestled in close to Marcelo, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Burenkov is looking to advance position but Marcelo won't allow it.
Burenkov throwing shots but Marcelo is blocking nicely. #T3#
Burenkov is thwarting Marcelo's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Burenkov wants to work for an arm triangle but Marcelo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nice strikes from Burenkov there.
Burenkov trying to control from half guard but Marcelo is working away. #SUB2#
Marcelo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burenkov pulls his head out easily.
Marcelo trying to control here. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Burenkov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #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.
Burenkov prevents Marcelo from improving his position.
Burenkov throwing shots but Marcelo is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Burenkov wants to work for an arm triangle but Marcelo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Marcelo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Burenkov trying to control but Marcelo is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marcelo looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Burenkov lands with a straight right. Marcelo didn't see that one coming.
No joy there for Marcelo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Burenkov avoids the body shot from Marcelo.
Burenkov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #TD#
Burenkov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Marcelo controlling the position.
Marcelo wants to sweep but no luck.
Burenkov connects with a couple of short punches.
Burenkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Marcelo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marcelo keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass. #T1#
Marcelo is trying to control the position but Burenkov postures up.
Burenkov landing with the ground and pound.
Marcelo is trying to keep Burenkov in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Marcelo has his foot on Burenkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Burenkov works his way back into a safe position though.
Marcelo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Burenkov cracks Marcelo with a solid left hand.
Burenkov pushing down on Marcelo's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Marcelo is trying to control but can't.
Marcelo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Burenkov.
Sergey Burenkov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##SUB#
Burenkov seems to be working for a kimura but Marcelo defends the submission attempt.
Burenkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Marcelo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Marcelo is controlling Burenkov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Jorginho Marcelo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marcelo is looking for a sweep. Burenkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Burenkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Marcelo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Burenkov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Marcelo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Burenkov uses his free foot to push down on Marcelo's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Marcelo.
Burenkov is trying to control here but Marcelo has managed to regain half guard.
Burenkov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Marcelo is looking for a sweep. Burenkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Burenkov is keen to just control but Marcelo is a slippery customer.
Burenkov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Burenkov lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Marcelo actively working from the bottom here.
Burenkov trying to pass the guard but Marcelo defending well.
Burenkov working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Burenkov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Burenkov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Burenkov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Burenkov, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: TC 12 Mil $ GP vol 1.2
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A looping hook to the body misses from Burenkov. Mullin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burenkov avoids the head kick by Mullin.
Mullin throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Burenkov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Burenkov goes for a double leg but Mullin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mullin continues to drive forward.
Mullin appears to be looking for a big counter.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Burenkov, as that shot connected.
Sergey Burenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burenkov shoots and misses
enabling Mullin to counter with a crisp jab.
Mullin misses with a head kick.
Burenkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#KD#
Mullin lands a big head kick that sends Burenkov tumbling to the mat! Mullin takes a step backwards and waves Burenkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Burenkov is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mullin throws a quick head kick that knocks Burenkov silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Mullin is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Herbert Mullin!
An out of breath Herbert Mullin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TC 7 Sight vs Karpo
Date: Sep 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Marcelo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Burenkov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Marcelo to the mat! Marcelo manages to get full guard.
Marcelo managing to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Burenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Burenkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Marcelo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Burenkov.
Marcelo seems keen to control Burenkov's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marcelo is trying to control the position but Burenkov postures up.
Burenkov is in close to Marcelo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Burenkov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1#
Marcelo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Marcelo stalling.
Marcelo wants to control but Burenkov is keeping him busy.
Marcelo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Marcelo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Burenkov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Burenkov trying to hold on to Marcelo's head to control him but Marcelo postures up.
Marcelo trying to pass the guard but Burenkov defending well. #SUB#
Marcelo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Burenkov defends it well. #T2#
Burenkov is refusing to be controlled, as Marcelo sits in half guard.
Marcelo wants to pass to mount but Burenkov is defending the position.
Burenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Burenkov is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Marcelo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Burenkov has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov is staying active underneath Marcelo, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Marcelo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Burenkov wants to improve his position but Marcelo is controlling well.
Marcelo is looking to take a break and control but Burenkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burenkov wants to improve his position but Marcelo is controlling well.
Burenkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Marcelo passes Burenkov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Marcelo prevents Burenkov from improving his position.
Marcelo moves into full mount! Burenkov won't be happy about that!
Burenkov prevents Marcelo from taking his back.#T4#
Marcelo controlling from mount.
Marcelo fails to move to back control.
Marcelo takes Burenkov's back.
Marcelo trying to control.#SUB#
Marcelo is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Burenkov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
What can Burenkov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marcelo keeps control of the position as Burenkov tries to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jorginho Marcelo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Burenkov stuffs the takedown attempt from Marcelo. Marcelo gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Marcelo clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Burenkov has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Marcelo clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Marcelo grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Marcelo manages to reverse the position and now he's in Burenkov's guard. Nice work there by Marcelo.
Burenkov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Marcelo passes into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burenkov is trying to control but can't.
Marcelo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Marcelo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Marcelo is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Marcelo wants to take a breather but Burenkov is having none of it. #SUB#
Marcelo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Burenkov tries to get to full guard but Marcelo has control of the leg.
Marcelo wants to pass the guard but Burenkov is defending well.
Marcelo prevents Burenkov from improving his position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Burenkov keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Marcelo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Burenkov is just riding it out for now. Marcelo eventually gives up the hold.
Marcelo is thwarting Burenkov's attempts to control the position.
Burenkov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Marcelo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Burenkov is refusing to be controlled, as Marcelo sits in half guard. #T3#
Marcelo is just content to waste time from the top position. Burenkov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB2#
Burenkov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Marcelo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Marcelo is looking to take a break and control but Burenkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burenkov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Marcelo wants to pass the guard but Burenkov is keeping the position.
Marcelo forces his way into half guard.#T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Burenkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Marcelo passes Burenkov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Burenkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Marcelo wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.
Marcelo is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Burenkov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Marcelo is trying to maintain the position but Burenkov is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are battling for position here. Marcelo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Marcelo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergey Burenkov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Burenkov moves out of range as Marcelo strikes.
Marcelo shoots in but Burenkov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Marcelo tries for a takedown but Burenkov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Burenkov connects with a body shot.
Marcelo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Burenkov but Burenkov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jorginho Marcelo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burenkov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Marcelo.
Marcelo fails to land the takedown.
Burenkov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Marcelo closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Burenkov quickly recovers to half guard.
Burenkov is trying to get back to full guard.
Burenkov is staying active underneath Marcelo, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Marcelo trying to control from Burenkov's half guard. Burenkov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Burenkov wants to hit a sweep here but Marcelo passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Burenkov there!
Marcelo wants to control the pace but Burenkov is squirming around nicely.
Marcelo is looking to take Burenkov's back but instead Burenkov gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Marcelo wants to take a breather but Burenkov is having none of it.
Burenkov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at St Petersburg MMA Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Burenkov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Burenkov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Burenkov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Marcelo jumps into side control!
Marcelo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burenkov keeps working.
Burenkov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Marcelo is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Marcelo trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marcelo wants to pass the guard but Burenkov is keeping the position.
Marcelo trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Burenkov looking to control.
Marcelo won't allow Burenkov to sweep him here.
Marcelo sitting in guard here, content to control.
Burenkov pulls Marcelo in to control the position.
Marcelo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burenkov keeping moving, preventing Marcelo from controlling successfully.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Marcelo passes Burenkov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Marcelo is trying to control. Burenkov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jorginho Marcelo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Still in half guard, Marcelo seems content to control.
Marcelo wants to control but Burenkov is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Marcelo fails with the takedown
and Burenkov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Burenkov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marcelo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Burenkov has closed the distance and engaged Marcelo in a clinch. #TD#
Marcelo has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Burenkov regains guard immediately.
Marcelo wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.
Burenkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Marcelo trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom.
Burenkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marcelo trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.

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 Jorginho Marcelo.
I think Marcelo 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: TC 3: Knock Out vs Inspektor B
Date: Aug 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Burenkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Harada did well to prevent Burenkov getting side control.
Burenkov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Burenkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Burenkov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Harada holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Harada trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Harada defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Harada knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Burenkov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Harada does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Harada has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Burenkov is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov trying to mount his opponent but Harada defends it.
Harada looks like he's trying to stand up.
Burenkov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Harada regains full guard. Nicely done.
Burenkov passes into half guard.
Burenkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Harada blocking the ground and pound attempt from Burenkov.
Burenkov wants to pass to mount but Harada is defending the position. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura here.
Burenkov works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Harada tries to lock up and control but Burenkov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Burenkov looking to secure an arm triangle but Harada defends it well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Burenkov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T3#
Harada tries to hold on but Burenkov postures up.
Harada wants to try and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Burenkov working for a guillotine from mount but Harada is in no mood to give up.
Burenkov punishing his opponent with strikes.
Harada is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Burenkov working for a guillotine from mount but Harada is in no mood to give up.
Harada tries to lock up and control but Burenkov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harada stops Burenkov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T4#
Harada has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Harada really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Burenkov wants to control the pace but Harada is squirming around nicely.
Burenkov wants to take Harada's back here but Harada is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Burenkov controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Harada defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Burenkov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Harada looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It seemed like Burenkov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Harada lunges at Burenkov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Burenkov's hand.
Harada misses with a two punch combination.
A big right from Harada misses.
Burenkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harada.
Burenkov throws out a counter right but Harada avoids it with no problem.
Harada scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Burenkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Harada circles away.
Burenkov tests Harada's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Harada connects with the punch.
Burenkov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Burenkov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Harada to the mat! Harada manages to get 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!#ES#
Harada kicks Burenkov off and gets to his feet.
A left lands for Harada.
Harada lunges at Burenkov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Burenkov's hand. #ROC#Burenkov is rocked!
Harada fakes the body blow, causing Burenkov to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Burenkov goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Akira Harada!
Akira Harada managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Sportivité, into his post fight interview.

Event: CFC 427
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
C K swings for the body but Burenkov moves out of range.
C K pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
C K lands with a shot to the body.
C K scores with a hook to the body. Burenkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Burenkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from C K.
Burenkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but C K was well out of range. Poor timing from Burenkov.
C K misses the jab.
Burenkov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by C K.
No luck for Burenkov with that takedown attempt.
C K slips a jab from Burenkov.
C K looks like he wants to counter punch here.
C K connects with a jab.
C K throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
C K throws a looping overhand right but Burenkov ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Burenkov pushes C K up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for C K.
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!
Burenkov lands an uppercut.
Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. C K avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short uppercut from C K.
Still in the clinch, C K scores with a nice short uppercut.
C K gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Burenkov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A left hand lands to the body for C K.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
C K scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short body shot lands from C K as the two fighters clinch.
A short uppercut from C K.
Burenkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by C K after a bit of a struggle.
C K fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
I was talking to Burenkov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A nice right hand lands inside from C K.
C K lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Burenkov backwards.
Burenkov working aggressively here.
C K lands with a short head shot on the inside.
C K swings wildly with an uppercut but Burenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
C K works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Burenkov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
C K misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice left hand lands by C K.
Burenkov misses with some punches.
C K lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#Burenkov is rocked!#T2#
A short left from C K.
Oh Burenkov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
C K lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Burenkov to his knees! C K keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Louis C K!
In his post fight interview, Louis C K started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: PF22 Bundy v Krieg
Date: Jun 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Simone connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Burenkov moves out of range of the strikes.
Burenkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Simone circles away.
A low kick lands for Simone.
Simone chopping away at his opponent's legs. #TD#
Simone gets caught flat footed, as Burenkov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Burenkov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Simone is trying to improve his position.
Burenkov tries to advance to mount but Simone denies him.
We've been hearing that Burenkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Burenkov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Simone knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Simone is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Burenkov is looking to advance position but Simone won't allow it. #T1#
Burenkov wants to control but Simone is keeping him busy.
Simone wants to get back to full guard.
Simone trying to control here. #SUB#
Burenkov is working for a submission of some sort.
Simone is looking to improve his position.
Burenkov controlling the action here.
Burenkov is keen to just control but Simone is a slippery customer.
Simone wants to improve his position but Burenkov is controlling well. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Simone wants to control but Burenkov is keeping busy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Burenkov wants to control but Simone is keeping him busy.
Burenkov tries to pass to full mount but Simone defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ground and pound from Burenkov.
Simone slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Simone looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Simone is trying to keep Burenkov in close. #SUB2#
Simone looking for a guillotine here but Burenkov defends easily.
Simone looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Simone is trying to keep Burenkov in close.
Burenkov stays in close to Simone's body and controls the position.
Burenkov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Burenkov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Simone!#SUB#
Burenkov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Simone keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Burenkov is working for a guillotine from mount but Simone frees his head quite easily. #T4#
Simone is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Burenkov with a couple of short strikes.
Simone is looking to improve his position but Burenkov isn't that keen on the idea.
Burenkov landing punches.
Burenkov works his way to his opponent's back. #SUB#
Burenkov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Simone defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Burenkov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Burenkov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Burenkov's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Burenkov with a poor takedown
and Simone counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Burenkov takes a swing at Simone's ribcage but misses.
Burenkov shoots in for a double leg but Simone sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Simone throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Burenkov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
Burenkov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Simone manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Simone seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Simone throws some sloppy strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Simone throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Simone trying to control the position.
Sergey Burenkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simone 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.
Burenkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Simone wants to sweep here but Burenkov controlling him for the moment.
Simone looking to control.
Simone 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.
Our spies down at at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch™ inform us that Simone has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Burenkov wants to pass the guard but Simone is keeping the position.
Burenkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Simone is keeping the position for now.
Burenkov scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Simone looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Simone looking to control. #T2#
Simone keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Simone wants to sweep here but Burenkov controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Simone is on top in guard. #REVB#
Simone being controlled here momentarily.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Burenkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Simone stopping the sweep attempt from Burenkov.
Burenkov is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Simone trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burenkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burenkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simone wants to pass the guard but Burenkov is keeping the position.
Burenkov 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.
Simone passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Simone is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Burenkov is trying to control but can't. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Burenkov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Burenkov.
Burenkov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simone slips nicely into half guard.
Simone slows the pace down in half guard.
Burenkov is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simone stalling away here and it's allowed Burenkov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Simone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burenkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burenkov is adopting a defensive guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Joey Simone will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
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#
Simone falls off balance throwing a combination
and Burenkov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simone throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Burenkov counter with a right hand.
Simone throws a push kick but Burenkov slaps the foot to one side.
Simone looks to land a left hand but Burenkov moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Burenkov misses the target.
Simone misses with a leg kick.
Simone tries a low kick but Burenkov avoids it.
Simone will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Burenkov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Simone sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Burenkov tests Simone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Burenkov checks a leg kick.
Joey Simone seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Burenkov throws a body punch but Simone moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simone throws out the jab.
Simone ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Burenkov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Burenkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simone can do to turn this around?
Simone bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Burenkov's head.#TD#
Burenkov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T1#
Burenkov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Simone!
Simone looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB#
Burenkov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Simone is defending well though. Burenkov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Simone defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Burenkov is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Simone manages to reverse the position and now he's in Burenkov's guard. Nice work there by Simone.
Simone trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Burenkov keeping full guard, as Simone tries to pass. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a triangle but Simone pushes his legs off easily.
Simone won't allow Burenkov to sweep him here.
Burenkov keeping full guard, as Simone tries to pass.
Simone trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now.
Burenkov keeping moving, preventing Simone from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
Burenkov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Simone stacks Burenkov 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 Simone!
Simone is looking to take a break and control but Burenkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burenkov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Simone's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Burenkov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Simone's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Simone's back!
Burenkov is not going to allow Simone to sit and survive in this position.
Simone is in bad spot here. #T4##SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a rear naked choke here but Simone reverses the position brilliantly into Burenkov's guard!
Simone trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom.
Simone slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Simone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Burenkov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Burenkov trying to control but Simone is working from the bottom.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Simone is retaining full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Burenkov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Burenkov 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:28
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Burenkov!
A relieved looking Sergey Burenkov 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: Demolition 7 - Petrov vs King
Date: Jan 27, 2020

#R1#
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gusmao but Gusmao pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Burenkov slips under a jab from Gusmao.
Burenkov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gusmao throws the left hand but Burenkov avoids the punch easily.
Henrique Gusmao seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burenkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gusmao.
Burenkov dodges the punch combination from Gusmao.
Gusmao throws a low kick but Burenkov moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Burenkov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gusmao throws a head kick but Burenkov moves out of range.
Gusmao walks into a stiff left hand from Burenkov.
Gusmao swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Burenkov counter with a right hand.
A clash of legs there as Burenkov blocks the low kick.
Burenkov takes one to the side of the head.
Burenkov looks to land a left hand but Gusmao moved out of range nicely.
Gusmao scores with a nice head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gusmao on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gusmao just misses with a punch to the body.
Burenkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gusmao avoids it really well and circles away.
Gusmao appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Burenkov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Henrique Gusmao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.#TD2#
Burenkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Gusmao did well to prevent Burenkov getting side control.#SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gusmao doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Burenkov.
Burenkov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Burenkov working for a submission but Gusmao is keeping him at bay.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Burenkov throws some wild stikes that Gusmao manages to avoid easily.
Gusmao is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Burenkov trying to control but Gusmao is having none of it. #T2##SUB2#
Burenkov is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Gusmao can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Gusmao is controlling an arm, preventing Burenkov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Gusmao trying desperately to get to his feet.
Gusmao stops Burenkov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Gusmao is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #SUB2#
Burenkov working for a submission but Gusmao is keeping him at bay.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gusmao is trying to stand.
Burenkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Burenkov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gusmao is looking to escape.
Gusmao is trying to stand.#SUB2#
Burenkov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Gusmao trying desperately to get to his feet. #T3##ES#
Gusmao bucks Burenkov off and manages to get back to his feet!
Gusmao swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Burenkov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Burenkov shoots for a takedown but Gusmao saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Gusmao throws an overhand right that lands on Burenkov's shoulder, as Burenkov tries to avoid the shot.
Henrique Gusmao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burenkov drops his hands momentarily and Gusmao takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Burenkov.
Burenkov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Burenkov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gusmao paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Burenkov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gusmao fires out a quick counter leg kick but Burenkov just manages to avoid it.
Burenkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Burenkov avoids the body shot from Gusmao.
Burenkov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gusmao swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Burenkov. #T4#
Gusmao throws a body punch but Burenkov moves out of range.
Gusmao throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Burenkov.#ROC#
Burenkov is rocked!
Burenkov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gusmao sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Burenkov somewhat.
Burenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Gusmao finish him?
Gusmao ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Burenkov's jaw. Burenkov's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Gusmao does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Henrique Gusmao!
Henrique Gusmao 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: Demolition 3 - LHW vs Grayce
Date: Jan 03, 2020

#R1#
Burenkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Starman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Burenkov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Burenkov throws a looping overhand right but Starman ducks down to avoid it.
Starman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Burenkov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Starman connects with a body shot.
Burenkov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Starman with a nice cross.
Nice straight punches there by Starman. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Starman.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burenkov. Starman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burenkov lands with a shot to the body.
Burenkov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Starman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Starman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burenkov tries to close the distance and clinch but Starman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Burenkov pushes Starman up against the cage in a clinch.
Burenkov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Starman backwards.
Burenkov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Burenkov has Starman pressed against the cage, preventing Starman from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Burenkov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Burenkov tries to work over Starman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Starman lands with a left to the head.
Burenkov blocks an uppercut.
Starman can't find room to land a body shot as Burenkov controls the action.
Burenkov misses with the head strike.
Burenkov blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Burenkov.
A short left from Starman.
Burenkov is looking for a takedown.
Starman lands a left hand.
Starman swings wildly with an uppercut but Burenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burenkov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Burenkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Starman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Starman pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD2#
Burenkov has picked Starman up - he's going for a ride! Burenkov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura here.
Starman's coaches at Team Beta Fail have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Burenkov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Starman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Starman wants to get back to full guard.
Burenkov is thwarting Starman's attempts to control the position.
Burenkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Starman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Starman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burenkov is one step ahead there. #T3#
Starman is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Starman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Starman holds on and takes a little breather.
Burenkov cracks Starman with a solid left hand.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Burenkov trying to move into half guard but instead Starman has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Burenkov trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov 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.#T4#
Burenkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Starman trying to control the position from guard on top but Burenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Burenkov controls Starman momentarily but Starman frees himself.
Starman passes into half guard.
Starman winds up and cracks Burenkov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Starman dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Burenkov clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Starman. #BC#
Starman breaks the clinch.
Burenkov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Starman to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice cross by Burenkov.#CL#
Starman clinches.
Starman tries a body shot but Burenkov blocks it. #BC#
Starman manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheers as Starman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Burenkov doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Starman closes the distance and clinches.
Burenkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Starman tries to work over Burenkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Starman can't find room to land a body shot as Burenkov controls the action.
Starman tries to break the clinch but Burenkov is controlling the position. #TD#
Starman has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Burenkov regains guard immediately.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Starman wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.
Starman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Burenkov can do to turn this around?
Burenkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB2#
Burenkov looking for subs off his back but Starman has passed one foot through into half guard.
Burenkov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Starman trying to control from half guard but Burenkov is working away.
Starman prevents Burenkov from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Starman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Burenkov wants to control but Starman is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Burenkov looking for submissions off his back.
Starman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Burenkov moves into full guard.
Starman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Starman trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Burenkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Starman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Starman trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Starman sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Burenkov doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Starman paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Burenkov - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sergey Burenkov!
After winning the bout, Sergey Burenkov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated John Starman had this to say: 'Come on not again!'.

Event: RISE 121
Date: Dec 06, 2019

#R1#
Merlin shoots in for a takedown but Burenkov shows good takedown defense.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Merlin.
Good shot there by Merlin.
Good shot there by Burenkov.#CL#
Burenkov rushes Merlin and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Burenkov manages to break the clinch.
Burenkov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL#
Burenkov moves into the clinch.
Merlin lands with a left to the head.
Burenkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Merlin's elbow.
Burenkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Burenkov tries to throw a body punch but Merlin avoids it by throwing Burenkov back against the cage.
Merlin lands with a left to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Merlin prevents the takedown attempt.
Merlin lands a body shot.
Burenkov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Merlin blocks an uppercut. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Merlin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Merlin lands a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Merlin.
Merlin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sergey Burenkov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xavier Merlin.
Merlin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Merlin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Merlin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Merlin. #TD2#
Merlin manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Merlin pulls Burenkov in close to his closed guard and prevents Burenkov from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Merlin is looking for a triangle but Burenkov pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Merlin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2##SUB2#
Burenkov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Merlin keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merlin is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Merlin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Burenkov defends it easily.#SUB2#
Merlin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Burenkov connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Burenkov stands and throws Merlin's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Merlin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Burenkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Burenkov trying to control the position but Merlin is working away.
Merlin sneaks back into half guard.
Merlin tries to get to full guard but Burenkov has control of the leg.
Burenkov moves into full mount! Merlin won't be happy about that!
Merlin gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Burenkov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Merlin is looking to control Burenkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Merlin avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Burenkov wants to pass the guard but Merlin is defending well. #SUB2#
Merlin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Burenkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Burenkov seems to be working for a kimura but Merlin defends the submission attempt.
Merlin is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Burenkov 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.
Merlin is staying active underneath Burenkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Merlin is trying to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Xavier Merlin will probably get the nod.
That's time! Burenkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Burenkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Merlin is trying hard to land a takedown here. Burenkov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Burenkov looks to score with a jab to the body but Merlin is just out of range.
Merlin looks to score with a jab to the body but Burenkov is just out of range.
Burenkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Merlin swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Burenkov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Merlin back to the cage. Burenkov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#TD2#
Merlin changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Burenkov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Burenkov tries to bench press Merlin off him but Merlin keeps the position.
Burenkov regains half guard there - taking advantage of Merlin's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Burenkov is trying to get back to full guard.
Burenkov is working hard here to advance position.
Merlin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Burenkov!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burenkov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T1#
Burenkov gets back to full guard.
Merlin wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.
Merlin passes Burenkov's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Merlin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Merlin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Merlin wants to control but Burenkov is keeping him busy. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Burenkov gets full guard.
Merlin passes Burenkov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Burenkov trying to control here.
Burenkov is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Burenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Merlin wants to free his trapped foot but Burenkov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Burenkov trying to hold on to Merlin's head to control him but Merlin postures up. #T3#
Merlin wants to pass the guard but Burenkov is defending well.
Burenkov wants to get back to full guard.
Burenkov trying to control here. #SUB2#
Merlin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burenkov sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Merlin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Burenkov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Burenkov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Merlin trying to control but Burenkov is working from the bottom.
Burenkov pulls Merlin in close to his closed guard and prevents Merlin from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Burenkov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Merlin slips nicely into half guard.
Burenkov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Merlin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Merlin's back!#SUB#
Burenkov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Xavier Merlin has got the better of the ground game so far.
Merlin is covering up but some of the strikes from Burenkov are getting through and doing damage.
Merlin is trying to remain composed but Burenkov is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.#SUB#
Burenkov looking for the RNC.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Merlin can't escape the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Merlin tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
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 Sergey Burenkov will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Merlin gets a double leg takedown into Burenkov's guard.
Burenkov keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully.
Burenkov keeping full guard, as Merlin tries to pass. #SUB#
Burenkov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Merlin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Burenkov 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.
Merlin sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Burenkov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Merlin being controlled here momentarily. #T1#
Merlin advances to half guard.
Merlin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Burenkov gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Merlin is trying to work for a kimura but Burenkov is defending well.
Burenkov wants to get back to full guard.
Burenkov is pressing down on Merlin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Merlin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a triangle here but Merlin uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Burenkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Merlin taking a breather here.
Burenkov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Merlin off and has taken his back!
Merlin trying to control the action but Burenkov just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Merlin has hold of Burenkov's leg, trying to break free but it's let Burenkov lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Merlin is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Burenkov throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergey Burenkov!
Sergey Burenkov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: RISE 113 HeavyWeight v Buckets
Date: Nov 08, 2019

#R1##TD#
Burenkov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES2#
Bayushi manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bayushi avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Burenkov cracks Bayushi with a nice body shot.
Burenkov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bayushi gets through Burenkov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Burenkov has clasped his hands together around Bayushi's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burenkov 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 Bayushi's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bayushi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bayushi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Burenkov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bayushi wants to control but Burenkov postures up.#SUB#
Burenkov tries for a kimura but Bayushi is defending well.
Bayushi is not content to let Burenkov control the position. #T1#
Bayushi prevents Burenkov from moving into mount. #SUB#
Burenkov is trying to get an arm triangle but Bayushi is defending well.
Bayushi prevents Burenkov from improving position.
Bayushi is looking for a sweep.
Burenkov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Bayushi tries to lock up and control but Burenkov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bayushi working to try and regain half guard.
Burenkov fails to move to back control. #T2#
Bayushi is squirming around, avoiding Burenkov's attempts to control the action.
Burenkov scoring with strikes but Bayushi is staying in there.
Bayushi is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bayushi tries to lock up and control but Burenkov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Burenkov breaks from Bayushi's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB#
Burenkov is working for a guillotine from mount but Bayushi frees his head quite easily.
Bayushi can't escape the position.
Bayushi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov trying to control but Bayushi is having none of it. #T3##SUB#
Burenkov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Bayushi has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Bayushi is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
Burenkov working for a submission but Bayushi is keeping him at bay.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bayushi is trying desperately to improve position.
Burenkov looking to control but Bayushi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Bayushi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bayushi is bucking up trying to escape but Burenkov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Burenkov lands a heavy elbow.
Bayushi is controlling an arm, preventing Burenkov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Bayushi tries to lock up and control but Burenkov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Burenkov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Bayushi manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Bayushi is letting Burenkov control him for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Bayushi. No joy for Burenkov on that attempt.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sergey Burenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Bayushi.
Burenkov scores with a nice head shot.
Burenkov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bayushi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bayushi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burenkov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bayushi.#CL#
Burenkov darts in and clinches Bayushi up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A frustrated look appears on Bayushi's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Burenkov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Burenkov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Bayushi breaks from the clinch.
Bayushi lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Burenkov lands a head shot.
Bayushi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Burenkov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Burenkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Burenkov digs a good body shot into Bayushi's ribs.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Bayushi has knocked Burenkov down with a huge combo! Bayushi steps away and waves a wobbly Burenkov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Burenkov is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bayushi lands a nice hook to Burenkov's body. Burenkov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bayushi cracks a nice hook into Burenkov's ribs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Burenkov is defended easily by Bayushi.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bayushi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Burenkov doesn't seem bothered though.
Bayushi works Burenkov's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Bayushi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Burenkov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Burenkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bayushi. #TD#
Burenkov gets the takedown into side control.
Bayushi dodges the ground and pound from Burenkov.
Bayushi struggling a bit here.
Burenkov trying to control the action but Bayushi is working from the bottom.
Bayushi is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Burenkov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Bayushi tries to bench press Burenkov off him but Burenkov keeps the position. #SUB#
Burenkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bayushi gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bayushi is trying to control but Burenkov manages to pass to mount!
Bayushi tries to hold on but Burenkov pushes him away. #SUB#
Burenkov has hold of Bayushi's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bayushi manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #T4#
Burenkov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bayushi swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Burenkov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bayushi is looking to escape.
Bayushi tries to hold on but Burenkov pushes him away.
Burenkov fails to take his opponent's back.
Burenkov landing strikes from the mount and Bayushi is in trouble!
Burenkov trying to control but Bayushi is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Shoju Bayushi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Burenkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bayushi misses with a looping right.
Burenkov jabs at Bayushi's body.
Bayushi misses with a double jab.
Burenkov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from Bayushi misses its intended target.
Burenkov shoots for a takedown but Bayushi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Burenkov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bayushi tries to counter by closing the distance.
A swing and a miss from Burenkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bayushi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
Burenkov gets the takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bayushi tries to buck Burenkov off but Burenkov is having none of it.
Burenkov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T1#
Bayushi is trying to control Burenkov's posture but Burenkov avoids it.
Sergey Burenkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Burenkov working the head and body with strikes.
Bayushi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Burenkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Burenkov controls Bayushi momentarily but Bayushi frees himself.
Bayushi throwing strikes from guard but Burenkov blocks nicely.
Burenkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Bayushi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bayushi won't allow Burenkov to sweep him here.
Bayushi throws an elbow that misses. Burenkov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bayushi's guard. Nice move by Burenkov!#REVR#
Bayushi keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Bayushi is looking to sweep but instead, Burenkov has passed into half guard.
Bayushi is looking to control Burenkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bayushi avoid being mounted?
Burenkov wants to control but Bayushi is keeping him busy.
Bayushi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB#
Burenkov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bayushi is just riding it out for now. Burenkov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bayushi defends it well.
Burenkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bayushi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Burenkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Burenkov's back!
Bayushi doesn't have the hooks in and Burenkov manages to turn into his guard.
Bayushi pulls Burenkov in close to his closed guard and prevents Burenkov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
Bayushi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Burenkov passes Bayushi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Burenkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bayushi keeps working.
Burenkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bayushi knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bayushi is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bayushi defends it well.

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 Sergey Burenkov.
I think Burenkov 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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Burenkov!
After winning the bout, Sergey Burenkov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Shoju Bayushi had this to say: 'The biggest thing I learned from losing? Winning is better.'.

Event: RISE 103 Leng v HeavyWeight
Date: Oct 12, 2019

#R1##TD#
Burenkov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Chang on his heels. He'll look to pass Chang's guard now, I'm sure.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chang is keeping the position for now.
Chang pulls Burenkov in close to his closed guard and prevents Burenkov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Chang keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chang wants to stand but Burenkov is controlling the position.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Chang keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chang pulls Burenkov in close to prevent any damage.
Chang wants to get back to his feet but Burenkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A big left from Chang misses.
No joy there for Chang, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL#
Burenkov moves into the clinch.
Burenkov effectively controlling the action here.
Chang tries to land knees in the clinch but Burenkov avoids the damage to the body.
Burenkov avoids the elbow strike from Chang, against the cage.
Burenkov takes an elbow to the temple.
Chang tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Burenkov avoids it.
Burenkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Chang.
A bit of stalling here from Burenkov. #T2#
Chang scores with a shot to the side of Burenkov's head.
Chang taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Chang throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Chang working aggressively here.
Burenkov presses Chang against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Chang is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Burenkov is defending well for now.
Chang tries to land a knee to the head but Burenkov blocks with his arms.
Burenkov tries a body shot but Chang blocks it.
Burenkov prevents a body shot from Chang.
Chang misses with a knee to the head.
I was talking to Burenkov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chang with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Burenkov stalls.
Chang works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Burenkov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Burenkov is working for takedown but Chang is calmly controlling the position for now.
Burenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T3#
Chang is pressed up against the cage. Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Chang down to the mat. Chang avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chang as he avoids it easily.
Burenkov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Burenkov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chang fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Burenkov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Burenkov connects with a body shot that sends Chang's belly button to the back.#TD#
Burenkov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov trying to control the position but Chang is working away.
Chang sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Chang tries to kick Burenkov off but Burenkov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Burenkov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Chang is just riding it out for now. Burenkov eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Burenkov content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chang defends it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burenkov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Burenkov prevents Chang from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pedro Chang 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#
Burenkov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Chang gets tackled into the cage by Burenkov. Burenkov maintains the clinch. #TD#
Burenkov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Chang is trying to escape back to his feet but Burenkov uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Burenkov taking a breather here.
Burenkov lands some shots froms side control.
Burenkov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Chang is looking to regain half guard here but Burenkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Chang is trying to get back to his feet.#T1#
Chang is not content to let Burenkov control the position.
Burenkov tries to advance to mount but Chang denies him.
Chang is trying to get back to his feet.
Burenkov advances to full mount.
Burenkov trying to control but Chang is having none of it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chang 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.#SUB#
Burenkov wants to work for an arm triangle but Chang is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Burenkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chang keeps working.
Burenkov stops Chang from getting back to his feet.
Burenkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sergey Burenkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chang won't allow Burenkov to pass to mount.
Chang looks like he's trying to stand up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Burenkov passes the guard and advances to mount! #T3##SUB#
Burenkov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Chang is surviving well by controlling Burenkov's body position as best he can.
Chang is squirming around, avoiding Burenkov's attempts to control the action.
Chang has given up his back. Will we see Burenkov going for some submissions?
Chang tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Burenkov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Chang manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Burenkov misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T4##SUB#
Burenkov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chang is looking for a sweep.
Chang is pushing Burenkov's head away, looking to escape. Burenkov manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chang has escaped the position, nice work there.
Chang gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chang is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov 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#
Chang lands a lovely overhand right.
A punch combination from Burenkov misses.
Chang lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nice sprawl there from Chang as Burenkov shoots in.
Burenkov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chang throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Burenkov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chang takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sergey Burenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Burenkov darts in and clinches Chang up against the cage.
Chang comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Burenkov slows down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chang doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Burenkov avoids a wild elbow strike from Chang.
Burenkov tries a body shot but Chang blocks it.
Chang has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Burenkov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Chang can turn it around.
Burenkov blocks a body shot from Chang. #T1#
Burenkov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Chang avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Chang using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Burenkov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Chang tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #TD#
Burenkov has clasped his hands together around Chang's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Chang pushes Burenkov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Burenkov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Burenkov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Burenkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chang keeps working.
Burenkov wants to control for a moment but Chang uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Chang is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Burenkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Burenkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Chang has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Burenkov is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Chang is defending against the submission attempts here by Burenkov.
Burenkov stops Chang from getting back to his feet. #T3#
Burenkov is looking to take a break and control but Chang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Chang napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sloppy strikes there by Burenkov.
Chang wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Chang is not content to let Burenkov control the position. #T4#
Chang stops Burenkov from passing to mount.
Chang wants to get back to his feet but Burenkov drags him back down.#SUB#
Burenkov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Chang knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Burenkov tries for a kimura but Chang is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chang tries to bench press Burenkov off him but Burenkov keeps the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Burenkov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Burenkov 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Burenkov!
A very excited looking Sergey Burenkov 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: RISE 96 Kondo v White
Date: Sep 14, 2019

#R1#
Padilla misses with a body kick.
A quick step to the side and Burenkov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burenkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've been hearing reports that Burenkov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A chopping leg kick lands by Padilla.
Burenkov moves out of range of the body kick.
Burenkov checks a leg kick.
Burenkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Padilla manages to avoid it.
Padilla tries to clinch up.
Burenkov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Burenkov moves out of range of the body kick from Padilla.
Burenkov is looking to counter punch.
Padilla looks to throw a body kick
and Burenkov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Padilla thinking.
Burenkov scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Padilla closes the distance and clinches.
Padilla working aggressively here.
Padilla throws a head punch that misses.
Burenkov blocks a body shot from Padilla.
Burenkov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Burenkov.
Burenkov has a couple of punches blocked by Padilla.
Padilla tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Padilla gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Burenkov.
A short left from Burenkov. #T1#
Burenkov wants to stall.
Burenkov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Burenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Burenkov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Padilla tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Padilla tries to throw a body punch but Burenkov avoids it by throwing Padilla back against the cage.
Padilla using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Padilla scores with a shoulder strike.
Padilla has Burenkov pushed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Padilla.
Padilla tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Padilla is pressed up against the cage. Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Padilla down to the mat. Padilla avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Burenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burenkov misses with a wild body shot.
Padilla lands a body shot.
Burenkov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2##TD#
Burenkov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Padilla to the ground. Burenkov is now in Padilla's guard.#ES2#
Padilla pushes Burenkov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Burenkov is looking to wear down Padilla with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Padilla drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Padilla tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Burenkov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Padilla gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Padilla makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Burenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Padilla avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Padilla tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Padilla lands a right hand.
Padilla misses with some punches. #TD#
Burenkov wants the takedown. Padilla is fighting it off but Burenkov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Padilla's guard against the cage.
Padilla wants to hit a switch here but Burenkov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Padilla there!
Burenkov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Burenkov is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Burenkov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Burenkov with a couple of short strikes.
Burenkov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Padilla can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Padilla tries to control Burenkov's body but Burenkov pushes him off. Padilla squirms to his side and now Burenkov has his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Padilla wants to control his opponent's hands but Burenkov gets his hands free. #SUB#
Burenkov is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Padilla with him. Padilla is trying to defend but Burenkov has an arm under the chin now! Padilla grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergey Burenkov!
Sergey Burenkov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: RISE 91 Pentele v Valdez
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Kamei dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kamei swings away with a body shot that misses #CL2#
and Burenkov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
I was talking to Kamei's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Burenkov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kamei is trying to force a seperation but Burenkov has the dominant position.#BC#
Kamei's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kamei swats away the attempt to clinch by Burenkov.
Burenkov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Burenkov duly obliges.
Burenkov darts in looking for a takedown but Kamei gets double underhooks and turns Burenkov into the cage.
Burenkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kamei defends well and Burenkov ends up having to push Kamei into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Burenkov dives in and grabs Kamei's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kamei pushes down on Burenkov's head and hops out.
Kamei was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Koichi Kamei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Burenkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kamei with a nice cross.
Kamei scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kamei fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Burenkov on the side of the head.
Burenkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamei.
Kamei just misses with a punch to the body.
Burenkov takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Kamei throws a body punch but Burenkov moves out of range.
Kamei throws a body punch but Burenkov moves out of range.
Kamei throws a body shot but no joy.
Kamei looks to score with a jab to the body but Burenkov is just out of range.
Burenkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kamei misses with a wild body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Kamei there.
Kamei swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kamei dips to his left and cracks Burenkov with an uppercut!
Burenkov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kamei moves away from the strike by Burenkov.
Kamei cracks Burenkov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kamei avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Burenkov avoids the body shot from Kamei.
Koichi Kamei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kamei ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kamei is looking to wear down Burenkov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
Burenkov misses with a looping right.
Kamei was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Burenkov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Burenkov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kamei wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kamei wants to stand up but Burenkov is controlling him.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kamei is keeping the position for now.
Kamei wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Burenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kamei swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burenkov trying to control but Kamei is working from the bottom. #T3#
Burenkov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burenkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kamei keeps working.
Kamei tries to bench press Burenkov off him but Burenkov keeps the position.
Kamei pushes Burenkov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Burenkov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Burenkov tries for a kimura but Kamei is defending well.
Kamei manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Burenkov is looking to take a break and control but Kamei is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Kamei wants to control but Burenkov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Burenkov works his way into full mount!
Kamei working to try and regain half guard.
Burenkov is looking to work his way around to Kamei's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Kamei wants to control but Burenkov is having none of it.
Burenkov punching from mount but Kamei doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Burenkov is looking to work his way around to Kamei's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Burenkov unloading with bombs!
Kamei manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koichi Kamei 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#
Burenkov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kamei counters with a stiff right hand.
Burenkov misses with a hook. Kamei ducked under it nicely.
Burenkov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Burenkov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kamei misses with a body shot.
Kamei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kamei circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Kamei gets caught flat footed, as Burenkov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kamei is keeping the position for now.
Kamei keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamei working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Burenkov.
Burenkov is fighting to break Kamei's control of his arms but Kamei is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Burenkov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1#
Burenkov trying to control but Kamei is working from the bottom.
Kamei is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kamei trying to control the position.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kamei is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov with a nice head shot there.
Kamei keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully.
Burenkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kamei is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#ES#
Kamei pushes Burenkov off and gets back to his feet.
Kamei looks to throw the jab but Burenkov is out of range.
Kamei feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Burenkovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kamei throws a right and a left that Burenkov avoids nicely.
Kamei lands a jab to the nose.
Burenkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kamei defends well and Burenkov ends up having to push Kamei into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Burenkov slips a straight right by Kamei.
Burenkov moves to clinch but Kamei breaks away
and Kamei counters with a one-two to the body.
Burenkov walks into a left hand.
Koichi Kamei is winning the standup battle so far.
Burenkov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kamei counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kamei is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Burenkov can do to turn this around?
Kamei takes a swing at Burenkov's ribcage but misses.
Burenkov tries to clinch up.#T3##TD2#
Burenkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kamei did well to prevent Burenkov getting side control.
Kamei is trying to stand.
Burenkov trying to advance position but Kamei counters by regaining guard.
Kamei is looking to stand up but Burenkov isn't so interested in that idea.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Kamei keeps moving.
Kamei has Burenkov pulled in close to control his posture.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kamei is retaining full guard.
Burenkov being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Burenkov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Burenkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kamei swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kamei misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Burenkov misses.
Burenkov connects with a body shot.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kamei enables Burenkov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kamei manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Kamei uses the cage to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burenkov with a hook.
Burenkov misses with a hook. Kamei ducked under it nicely.
Burenkov shoots in and drives through. Kamei sprawls well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koichi Kamei dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kamei stuffs the takedown.
Burenkov fails with a takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Kamei misses the target.
Donk. Burenkov catches Kamei right on the button with a cross.
Burenkov throws an off balance right hand
and Kamei counters with a straight right hand.
Burenkov dodges the punch combination from Kamei.
A telegraphed right hand from Kamei misses the target.
Burenkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Kamei circles away.
Kamei keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Koichi Kamei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left lands for Burenkov.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kamei.
Burenkov tries to clinch but Kamei is having none of it.
It looked like Kamei wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Burenkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A right-left combo lands from Burenkov.
Burenkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kamei manages to avoid it.
Kamei feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Burenkovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A punch combination from Burenkov misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Kamei misses the target.
Kamei scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Burenkov doesn't seem bothered though.
Kamei scores with a jab. Burenkov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kamei takes a swing at Burenkov's ribcage but misses.
Burenkov throws out a counter right but Kamei avoids it with no problem.
Burenkov dives in and grabs Kamei's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kamei pushes down on Burenkov's head and hops out.
Kamei missing with a left hand there. Burenkov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Burenkov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kamei counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Burenkov thinking.
Burenkov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kamei throws out the jab.
Burenkov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kamei scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
A slow jab from Burenkov misses its intended target.
Burenkov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kamei throws a shot from downtown. Burenkov moves away and avoids it.
Burenkov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Burenkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#
Burenkov is rocked!
Burenkov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kamei steps in with a hook that catches Burenkov right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Kamei follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Burenkov looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Koichi Kamei!

Event: RISE 86- Manowaru Vs. Hantei 2
Date: Jul 20, 2019

#R1#
Good exchange - Burenkov coming out on top.
Slayer cracks Burenkov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Burenkov lands a jab-cross combination. #CL2#
Slayer clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Burenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Slayer throws a head kick that misses
and Burenkov counters with a straight right hand.
Burenkov moves out of range of the strikes.
We've been hearing reports that Burenkov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Slayer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Burenkov jabs Slayer to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slayer connects with a right hand. Burenkov shakes it off.#TD#
Burenkov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Slayer is looking for a sweep.
Burenkov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Slayer!
Slayer is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Slayer keeps trying to improve his position.
Slayer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Burenkov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Slayer regains half guard.#T1#
Burenkov is looking to take a break and control but Slayer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Slayer actively working from the bottom here.
Burenkov trying to control the action but Slayer is working from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Slayer can do anything to dispel that myth.
Slayer is looking for a sweep. Burenkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Slayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burenkov pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Burenkov in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Burenkov seems to be looking for submissions.
Burenkov is trying to control. Slayer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Slayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burenkov pulls his head out easily.
Burenkov passes to full mount! #T2#
Burenkov with good strikes from the mount here!
Slayer 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.
Slayer is wriggling around trying to escape.
BOOM! Burenkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Burenkov controlling from mount.
Burenkov landing punches.
Burenkov lands a couple of good shots and Slayer has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Burenkov looking for the choke from the back.
Slayer wants to escape the position.
Slayer breaks Burenkov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Slayer tries to free his leg and advance position but Burenkov is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Slayer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Burenkov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Slayer has Burenkov in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Slayer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Slayer can't keep his opponent in guard - Burenkov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Burenkov prevents Slayer from improving his position.
Slayer is not content to let Burenkov control the position.
Burenkov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Burenkov tries to pass to full mount but Slayer defends it.
Burenkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Slayer keeps working. #SUB2#
Slayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burenkov pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Burenkov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4#
Burenkov is pressing down on Slayer's thigh, looking to free his foot. Slayer is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Slayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Slayer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Slayer actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Burenkov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Slayer taking some punishment here, with Burenkov in his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Burenkov avoids the head kick by Slayer.
Burenkov avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Burenkov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Slayer.
Burenkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Slayer avoids it really well and circles away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Burenkov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Slayer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Burenkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Slayer can do to turn this around?
Slayer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Slayer misses with a wild body shot.
Burenkov throws a one two combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown but Slayer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Burenkov, as that shot connected.
Slayer scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Slayer throws a big shot that misses.
Slayer clobbers Burenkov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Slayer swings for the body but Burenkov moves out of range. #T1#
Burenkov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Slayer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Burenkov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burenkov throws a one two combo.
A jab from Slayer does it's job there.#ROC2#
Burenkov is rocked!
Slayer cracks Burenkov on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Burenkov falls backwards against the cage. Slayer follows up with more strikes that drop Burenkov to his knees. Slayer keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Burenkov! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chief Slayer!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Chief Slayer made sure he mentioned Woodshins' Ship, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: RFLFN-29 Gusmao Vs. Sitsongrit
Date: Jun 05, 2019

#R1#
Bayushi throws out a loose jab but Burenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burenkov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bayushi counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Bayushi 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.
Burenkov shoots in and drives through. Bayushi sprawls well.
Bayushi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Burenkov with a body shot.
Sergey Burenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bayushi. Burenkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab lands there for Burenkov.
Nice body punch from Burenkov.
Burenkov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Burenkov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bayushi lands a nice hook to Burenkov's body. Burenkov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burenkov swings for the body but Bayushi moves out of range.
Burenkov slips a jab and a cross from Bayushi.
Bayushi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Burenkov drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Bayushi manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Bayushi breaks the clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Bayushi. #ROC2#
Burenkov is rocked!
Burenkov leaves his chin hanging out and Bayushi seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Burenkov crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Shoju Bayushi!
Shoju Bayushi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: RFL-76 Paa Vs. Middle Weight
Date: May 18, 2019

#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Kakka. Those never looked like landing.
Kakka throws a right and a left that Burenkov avoids nicely. #TD2#
Burenkov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kakka to the ground. Burenkov is now in Kakka's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kakka 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.
Kakka pulls Burenkov in close to prevent any damage.
Kakka controls Burenkov momentarily but Burenkov frees himself.
Burenkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov is still trying to improve position.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Kakka keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Kakka throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kakka is keeping the position for now.
Kakka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Burenkov's guard. #REVR#
Kakka works over Burenkov with some ground and pound from guard.
Burenkov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Burenkov wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakka accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kakka postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Burenkov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kakka postures up and lands a big shot to Burenkov's brow.
Burenkov is trying to control the position but Kakka postures up. #SUB#
Kakka drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kakka jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Our spies down at at St Petersburg MMA Gym inform us that Burenkov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kakka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now.
Kakka stands up over Burenkov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SU#
Kakka stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Burenkov throws a body shot but no joy.
We've been told by Kakka's head coaches at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T3#
Burenkov missing with a left hand there. Kakka was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Burenkov lands with a cross.
Burenkov misses with an uppercut. Kakka saw that one coming.#TD#
Burenkov gets caught napping as Kakka dives in and scores a takedown. Burenkov manages to retain guard.
Kakka with a nice head shot there.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakka accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kakka works over Burenkov with some ground and pound from guard.
Burenkov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kakka's guard. #REVB#
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov advances to half guard.
Kakka wants to control but Burenkov is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Burenkov has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Kakka defend it? Burenkov steps over the head and cranks it - Kakka is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Burenkov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Burenkov!
Sergey Burenkov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: RFL- 74 FE Vs. UTH 2
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1#
Burenkov misses with a body shot.
Takamura sizes up Burenkov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT2#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Takamura throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Burenkov feints and as Takamura raises his hands in defense, Burenkov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Takamura trying to control the position.
Takamura looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Burenkov postures up.
Burenkov trying to control but Takamura is working from the bottom.
Takamura looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Burenkov wants to pass the guard but Takamura is keeping the position.
Takamura looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov looking to pass the guard.
Takamura really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Burenkov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Burenkov pushes down on Takamura's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Takamura makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Takamura.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Takamura managing to control the position. #T1#
Takamura keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Takamura is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Takamura keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Takamura wants to sweep here but Burenkov controlling him for the moment.
Burenkov wants to pass the guard but Takamura is keeping the position.
Takamura is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Takamura is adopting a defensive guard.
Burenkov preventing the sweep.
Takamura seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Takamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Takamura looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burenkov is one step ahead there.
Takamura working a defensive guard here.
Burenkov looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Burenkov advances position into side control!
Takamura tries to buck Burenkov off but Burenkov is having none of it.
Takamura is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Takamura felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Burenkov tries to advance to mount but Takamura denies him. #SUB#
Burenkov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Takamura, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Takamura's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Burenkov advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Burenkov working for a submission but Takamura is keeping him at bay.
Takamura is working to get back to half guard.
Burenkov controlling from mount.
Burenkov looking to control but Takamura is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Takamura is in all sorts of trouble here.
Burenkov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Burenkov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Burenkov prevents Takamura from getting the reversal.#T4#
Burenkov fails to advance to Takamura's back. #SUB#
Burenkov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Burenkov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Takamura reaches up and pulls Burenkov towards him, trying to control the position. Burenkov manages to get a guillotine from the mount though! This could be big trouble for Takamura! Takamura tries to roll over - now Burenkov is on the bottom but the guillotine is really deep and Takamura has to tap out! Great work there by Burenkov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sergey Burenkov!
A relieved looking Sergey Burenkov 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: RFL-70
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Takamura's corner calls for a 1-2. Takamura obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.
Burenkov slips a jab from Takamura.
Burenkov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Takamura in his tracks.
Burenkov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Takamura.
Takamura swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Takamura jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burenkov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Takamura lands a glancing blow to the side of Burenkov's head.
Takamura misses with a wild body shot.
Burenkov moves away from the strike by Takamura.
Burenkov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Burenkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Takamura.
Takamura scores with a jab to the head. #ROC2#
Burenkov is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Takamura fakes the body blow, causing Burenkov to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Burenkov goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mamoru Takamura!
Mamoru Takamura 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: RFL-66 Falcone Vs.Brinks
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
Curry connects with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Sergey Burenkov has been cut.#TD2#
Burenkov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Burenkov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Burenkov tries to move to mount but Curry blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Curry knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Burenkov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Burenkov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Curry rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Burenkov's guard! Nice work there by Curry!
Burenkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Burenkov, not yet. #T1#
Burenkov trying to control the position here.
Curry wants to control from the top but Burenkov keeps moving.
Burenkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Burenkov looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Burenkov passes Curry's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Curry tries to get to full guard but Burenkov has control of the leg.
Burenkov content to control rather than advance.
Curry is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Doherty's Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Curry tries to roll over but Burenkov keeps him under control.#T3#
Burenkov wants to take a breather but Curry is having none of it.
Burenkov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Curry defends it well. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Curry doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Burenkov.
Burenkov wants to pass to mount but Curry is defending the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Burenkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Curry keeps working.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura here.
Curry is looking to control Burenkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Curry avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Burenkov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Curry tries to close the distance and clinch but Burenkov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Curry tries to move into range but Burenkov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Good exchange - Curry coming out on top.#CL#
Curry has managed to clinch.
Burenkov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Burenkov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Curry napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Burenkov working away.#SUB2#
Burenkov swings around for an armbar but Curry sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Burenkov's guard.
Burenkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Curry is one step ahead there.
Burenkov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Curry pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curry postures up. #T1#
Curry pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burenkov is keeping the position for now.
Burenkov wants to hit a switch here but Curry passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Burenkov there!
Curry can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Burenkov is looking to escape.
Burenkov is trying to escape the mount.
Burenkov is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Curry works his way to his opponent's back.
Burenkov trying to control the action but Curry just sinks the hooks in.
Burenkov wants to escape the position.
Burenkov wants to control his opponent's hands but Curry gets his hands free.
Curry controlling well, preventing Burenkov from escaping the position.
Burenkov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Burenkov prevents Curry from getting a body triangle.#T3#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Curry controlling the positon.
A lull in the action here.
Burenkov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Curry's guard. Nice work there by Burenkov.
Burenkov wants to control from the top but Curry keeps moving.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Curry is keeping the position for now.
Curry keeping moving, preventing Burenkov from controlling successfully. #T4#
Curry can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Burenkov controls the pace.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Curry is retaining full guard.
Burenkov won't allow Curry to sweep him here.
Burenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Curry is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Burenkov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Curry is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Burenkov, into his guard. #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Curry is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steph Curry dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Burenkov's cut.
That's time! 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#
Curry throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Curry looks to land a left hand but Burenkov moved out of range nicely.
Burenkov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Curry lands with a nice body punch.
Burenkov keeps the fight on the outside.
Curry tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Burenkov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Curry wants to clinch.
Burenkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Burenkov shoots in for a takedown but Curry shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Curry gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Burenkov blocks a body shot from Curry.
Burenkov is looking to take this one to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #TD#
Curry turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Curry manages to end up in side control.
Burenkov tries to buck Curry off but Curry is having none of it.
Steph Curry overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Curry taking a breather here.
Burenkov can't do much from the bottom here.
Burenkov is looking for a sweep.
Burenkov can't do much from the bottom here.
Curry trying to control the action but Burenkov is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Curry avoids the strikes from the bottom by Burenkov.
Burenkov struggling a bit here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Burenkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Burenkov regains half guard.
Curry is trying to control the action in half guard but Burenkov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Burenkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Burenkov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Curry has passed into side control.
Burenkov manages to get back to half guard.
Curry is trying to control. Burenkov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Curry sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Burenkov is looking to improve his position.
Burenkov is concentrating on defense, preventing Curry from advancing position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Curry scores with the left hand. Burenkov knows he should have avoided that one.
Curry misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Burenkov.
Burenkov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Curry. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Curry.
Burenkov misses with a takedown attempt - Curry sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Steph Curry has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Burenkov.
Nice cross by Curry.
Burenkov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Curry's waist but Curry gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Burenkov off to one side.
A slow jab from Curry misses its intended target.
Burenkov lands with a cross.
Curry tries to close the distance and clinch up but Burenkov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Curry avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL#
Curry closes the distance and clinches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steph Curry showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Curry 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steph Curry!
Steph Curry 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: RFL-62 SHeavyweight Vs Hantei
Date: Feb 02, 2019

#R1#
Changggg throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Burenkov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Burenkov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Changggg tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Burenkov is in Changggg's guard.#SUB2#
Burenkov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Changggg is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Burenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Changggg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burenkov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Changggg is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burenkov keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Burenkov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Changggg keeping full guard, as Burenkov tries to pass.
Burenkov passes Changggg's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Changggg trying to hold on to Burenkov's head to control him but Burenkov postures up. #SUB2#
Changggg is defending against the submission attempts here by Burenkov.
Burenkov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Burenkov is looking for a kimura but Changggg is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Burenkov to get the leverage.
Burenkov works his way into full mount! #SUB2#
Burenkov has hold of Changggg's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Changggg manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Changggg has given up his back. Will we see Burenkov going for some submissions? #T3##SUB2#
Changggg defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Burenkov's arms. #SUB2#
Burenkov has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Changggg is in real trouble here. Burenkov gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Changggg is tapping out! Burenkov wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergey Burenkov!
A relieved looking Sergey Burenkov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Pedro Changggg had this to say: 'FUCK YOU & GO SHOP AT ORGANIC NUTRITION'.

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