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Event: TC 10 Sitsongrit vs Woo     
Date:   Oct 17, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Payakarakatong doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovarov circles away.
Kovarov thuds his right hand into Payakarakatong's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Payakarakatong with a hook.
Payakarakatong tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kovarov counters with a left to the body.
Payakarakatong loads up on a big right hand but Kovarov slips the punch.
Payakarakatong slips a jab and a cross from Kovarov. #TD#
Kovarov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Payakarakatong!#SU#
Kovarov stands up.
Payakarakatong throws a combination that misses
and Kovarov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Payakarakatong connects with a jab.#TD#
Payakarakatong gets caught flat footed, as Kovarov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Kovarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kovarov 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#
Kovarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kovarov throws a strike but Payakarakatong rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Payakarakatong defends well.
Payakarakatong throwing strikes but missing.
Payakarakatong controlling from the top position.
Kovarov wants to improve his position but instead Payakarakatong has moved into half guard.
Payakarakatong prevents Kovarov from improving his position.#T2#
Kovarov wants to get back to his feet.
Kovarov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Payakarakatong looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kovarov is trying to maintain the position but Payakarakatong is very close to passing his half guard.
Kovarov is controlling Payakarakatong's trapped leg to prevent Payakarakatong from advancing to side control.
Kovarov is not content to let Payakarakatong control the position.#T3#
Kovarov gets full guard.
Kovarov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Payakarakatong is controlling him.
Payakarakatong is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kovarov 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#
Payakarakatong moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Payakarakatong keeping moving, preventing Kovarov from controlling successfully. #T4##SU#
Kovarov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Kovarov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Payakarakatong uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovarov.
A punch combination from Kovarov misses. #CL2#
Payakarakatong clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks from the clinch.
Payakarakatong lands a head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Payakarakatong wants to clinch up but Kovarov keeps it at a distance.
Kovarov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kovarov moves out of range as Payakarakatong strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovarov. Payakarakatong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Payakarakatong misses the body punch
and Kovarov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Payakarakatong throws a head kick that misses.
Payakarakatong misses with a few strikes there.
Payakarakatong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kovarov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Leo Kovarov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Payakarakatong slips under a jab from Kovarov.
Payakarakatong tries a head kick but it misses.
Kovarov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Payakarakatong.#CL2#
Payakarakatong moves into the clinch.
Kovarov is trying to force a seperation but Payakarakatong has the dominant position.
Kovarov can't find room to land a body shot as Payakarakatong controls the action. #BC#
Kovarov manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Payakarakatong rushes Kovarov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kovarov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kovarov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kovarov tries to circle away but Payakarakatong has him pinned against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Payakarakatong lands a hook that snaps the head of Kovarov backwards.
Payakarakatong misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've been informed that Payakarakatong has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kovarov is trying to push Payakarakatong away but Payakarakatong has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kovarov is trying to push Payakarakatong away but Payakarakatong has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1##BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovarov avoids the body shot from Payakarakatong.
Kovarov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Leo Kovarov is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Payakarakatong has managed to clinch.
Kovarov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kovarov is trying to drag Payakarakatong to the mat but Payakarakatong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice right hand lands inside from Payakarakatong. #BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks the clinch.
Payakarakatong tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovarov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Payakarakatong fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kovarov is looking to wear down Payakarakatong with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL2#
Kovarov gets tackled into the cage by Payakarakatong. Payakarakatong maintains the clinch.
Payakarakatong keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kovarov's efforts to push away.
Payakarakatong stops a takedown attempt from Kovarov. #T2#
Payakarakatong misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kovarov. #TD#
Kovarov lands a takedown into guard.
Kovarov wants to stand but Payakarakatong has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Payakarakatong has momentary wrist control but Kovarov slips an elbow through the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Payakarakatong tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kovarov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Leo Kovarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kovarov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kovarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kovarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Payakarakatong looking for a sweep. Not yet Payakarakatong, not yet.
Kovarov pushes down on Payakarakatong's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kovarov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kovarov thows a huge punch but Payakarakatong dodges it nicely.
Kovarov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Payakarakatong blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovarov.
Kovarov thows a huge punch but Payakarakatong dodges it nicely. #SU#
Kovarov stands up from half guard.
Payakarakatong tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovarov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Kovarov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T4#
Payakarakatong is not content to let Kovarov control the position.
Kovarov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #SUB#
Kovarov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kovarov working the head with strikes.
Sloppy strikes there by Kovarov.
The ground and pound from Kovarov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Payakarakatong tries to clinch up.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch up.
Kovarov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kovarov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A shot to the body from Payakarakatong misses
and Kovarov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kovarov avoids the head kick by Payakarakatong.
Kovarov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Payakarakatong darts in trying to clinch
enabling Kovarov to counter with a crisp jab.
Good work by Kovarov as he checks the leg kick.
Payakarakatong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kovarov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Payakarakatong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Payakarakatong walks into a stiff left hand from Kovarov.
Payakarakatong misses with a two punch combination.
Payakarakatong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Payakarakatong takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kovarov moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Payakarakatong takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Payakarakatong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kovarov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovarov throws a solid leg kick but Payakarakatong takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kovarov.#CL2#
Payakarakatong closes the distance and pushes Kovarov back into the cage.
Payakarakatong working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kovarov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kovarov tries to pull guard but Payakarakatong won't allow it. #BC#
Kovarov breaks from the clinch.
Kovarov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kovarov avoids the head kick by Payakarakatong.
Kovarov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kovarov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Payakarakatong cracks Kovarov with a good jab.
Kovarov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Payakarakatong looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
Kovarov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
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!
Kovarov swings for the body but Payakarakatong moves out of range.
Kovarov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kovarov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Payakarakatong misses with a head kick.
Kovarov sizes up Payakarakatong with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Payakarakatong moves to clinch but Kovarov breaks away
and Kovarov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Payakarakatong misses with a double jab.
Kovarov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Payakarakatong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Payakarakatong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kovarov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch up.
Kovarov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Kovarov looks for a takedown but Payakarakatong sprawls well.
Kovarov scores with a jab. Payakarakatong acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kovarov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kovarov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Payakarakatong works Kovarov's body with a nice hook.
Kovarov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kovarov looks to score with a jab to the body but Payakarakatong is just out of range.
Payakarakatong throws a series of punches but Kovarov avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Payakarakatong clinches up with Kovarov and pushes him back against the cage.
Kovarov wants to break the clinch but can't.
A bit of stalling here from Kovarov. #BC2#
Payakarakatong manages to break the clinch. #T4##CL2#
Kovarov tries to keep at a distance but Payakarakatong has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Payakarakatong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovarov throws a low kick but Payakarakatong moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Payakarakatong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Payakarakatong swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kovarov.
Kovarov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Payakarakatong tries to clinch there but Kovarov circles away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Payakarakatong gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kovarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Payakarakatong misses with a body shot
and Kovarov counters with a straight right hand.
Payakarakatong fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kovarov misses the shot to the body.
Payakarakatong moves out of range as Kovarov strikes.
Payakarakatong is looking for the big counter here.
Palaktingpuet Payakarakatong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kovarov works Payakarakatong's body with a nice hook.
Payakarakatong throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Kovarov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kovarov.

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 Leo Kovarov.
I think Kovarov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: TC 5 Maki vs Holmes Jr     
Date:   Sep 12, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hermann scores with a body shot.
Hermann connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Karl Hermann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovarov looks for a takedown but Hermann sprawls well.
Hermann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovarov moves away.
Kovarov tries to counter with a takedown but Hermann is quick to defend against it.
Hermann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Hermann misses with a looping left.
Hermann scores with the left hand. Kovarov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kovarov defending well as Hermann loads up on a big left hand.
Hermann uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kovarov has time to react.
Kovarov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hermann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Kovarov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hermann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Hermann gets caught napping as Kovarov dives in and scores a takedown. Hermann manages to retain guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kovarov throws a strike but Hermann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Kovarov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hermann tries to stand but Kovarov is controlling from the bottom. #T1#
Kovarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kovarov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hermann is controlling him. #SU2#
Hermann decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Hermann throws a body punch but Kovarov moves out of range.
Hermann scores with a hook to the body. Kovarov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kovarov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kovarov shoots in but no luck this time.
Kovarov moves out of range of the strikes.
Hermann looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.
It looked like Kovarov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hermann lands a right hook to the body.
Hermann misses the jab.
Kovarov throws a big counter combination but Hermann scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Kovarov ducks under a wild hook from Hermann.
Kovarov shoots in looking for a takedown. Hermann tries to sprawl out of it but Kovarov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hermann manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hermann misses with a hook.
Hermann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hermann lands with a nice body punch.
Kovarov moves out of range as Hermann strikes.
Hermann lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hermann misses with a jab to the body
and Kovarov counters with a one-two to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hermann lands with a cross.
Hermann lands a nice looking body shot.
Kovarov ducks under a wild hook from Hermann.
Kovarov throws a big counter combination but Hermann scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hermann throws a body punch but Kovarov moves out of range.
Kovarov throwing a counter right hand but Hermann manages to avoid it.
Kovarov slips under a jab from Hermann.#T3#
Kovarov ducks under a wild hook from Hermann.
Hermann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kovarov tries to move into range but Hermann moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hermann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kovarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Kovarov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kovarov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hermann to score with a decent uppercut.
Hermann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kovarov counters with a series of strikes. Hermann will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kovarov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hermann defends it nicely.
Kovarov slips under a jab.
Kovarov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hermann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kovarov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov is looking to counter punch.
Hermann misses with a series of wild punches.
As Hermann tries to get set, Kovarov tries to push him back and clinch up but Hermann manages to avoid the attempt.
Hermann digs a good hook to Kovarov's body. #T4#
Kovarov misses with a body shot.
Kovarov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hermann let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hermann looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.
Hermann takes a swing at Kovarov's ribcage but misses.
Kovarov throws a series of punches but Hermann moves out of range. #TD#
Kovarov drives through with a takedown into Hermann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kovarov preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Kovarov stands up from Hermann's guard - Kovarov perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD#
Kovarov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kovarov lands in his opponent's guard.
Hermann is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karl Hermann dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Hermann closes the distance and pushes Kovarov back into the cage.
Hermann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hermann slowing the pace effectively.
Kovarov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kovarov prevents a body shot from Hermann.
Kovarov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hermann after a bit of a struggle.
I was talking to Kovarov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hermann keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kovarov's efforts to push away.
Kovarov is trying to force a seperation but Hermann has the dominant position.#BC#
Kovarov breaks the clinch.
Hermann throws a hook but Kovarov avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kovarov moves away from the strike by Hermann.
Hermann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hermann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovarov moves away.
Kovarov shoots in looking for a takedown. Hermann tries to sprawl out of it but Kovarov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hermann manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hermann looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.
Hermann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovarov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hermann.
An attempted straight right counter from Kovarov misses the target.
A slow jab from Hermann misses its intended target.
Kovarov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hermann connects with a body shot.
Hermann swings for the body but Kovarov moves out of range.
Kovarov fails with the takedown
and Hermann counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kovarov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hermann.
Hermann looks to land a right hand but Kovarov moved out of range.
Hermann lands with an uppercut that bounces Kovarov off the cage and back into range.
Kovarov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hermann defends well and Kovarov ends up having to push Hermann into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kovarov slips under a jab.
Hermann looks to land a right hand but Kovarov moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovarov. Hermann does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Kovarov looks for a takedown but Hermann sprawls well.
Kovarov looks to land a left hand but Hermann moved out of range nicely.
Hermann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovarov moves away.
Hermann throws a shot to the body.
Hermann throws a series of strikes that have Kovarov backpedaling.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hermann misses with the combination.
Hermann connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hermann sizes up Kovarov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hermann throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice sprawl there from Hermann as Kovarov shoots in.
Hermann throws a lazy right hand but Kovarov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kovarov misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Hermann paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kovarov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hermann falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kovarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hermann misses with an uppercut
and Kovarov counters with a two punch combo.
Hermann swings for the body but Kovarov moves out of range.
Hermann lands a body shot.
A jab lands there for Hermann.
Hermann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kovarov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kovarov throws a hook but Hermann blocks it.
Kovarov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kovarov slips under a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2#
Hermann has one foot on Kovarov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T4#
Hermann misses with a hook
and Kovarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kovarov closes the distance and clinches up with Hermann, looking for a takedown. Kovarov pushes Hermann against the cage but Hermann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Karl Hermann seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hermann 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.
Hermann throws out a loose jab but Kovarov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kovarov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hermann.
Kovarov shoots in but no luck this time.
The fighters circling - Hermann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hermann swings widly with a right hand
and Kovarov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hermann lands with a cross.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hermann throws a hook but Kovarov avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karl Hermann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kovarov.
Hermann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kovarov throws out the jab.
Kovarov avoids the body shot from Hermann.
Kovarov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A jab from Hermann finds it's way through Kovarov's defenses.
Kovarov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hermann throws an overhand right that lands on Kovarov's shoulder, as Kovarov tries to avoid the shot.
Hermann connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hermann looks to land a right hand but Kovarov moved out of range.
Hermann just misses with a punch to the body.
Kovarov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Kovarov.
Kovarov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hermann swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Kovarov to counter with a crisp jab.
Hermann misses with a body shot.
Kovarov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hermann swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Hermann misses with a body punch
and Kovarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kovarov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kovarov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hermann.
Hermann swings widly with a right hand
and Kovarov counters with a stiff right hand.
A swing and a miss from Hermann.
Kovarov scores with a body shot.
Kovarov misses with a few strikes there.
Kovarov throws a series of punches but Hermann avoids them all with ease.
Hermann digs a good body shot into Kovarov's ribs.
Kovarov fails to land the takedown.
A jab from Hermann misses.
Kovarov looks to throw the jab but Hermann is out of range.
Kovarov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Karl Hermann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Hermann stuns Kovarov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hermann darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kovarov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hermann eats them both and turns towards Kovarov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Hermann misses with a wild body shot.
Hermann throws an overhand right that lands on Kovarov's shoulder, as Kovarov tries to avoid the shot.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hermann throws a body shot but no joy.
Hermann tests Kovarov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hermann lunges at Kovarov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kovarov's hand.
Hermann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hermann misses with a looping right.
Kovarov avoids the body shot from Hermann.
Hermann throws a lazy right hand but Kovarov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kovarov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Hermann darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice takedown defense from Hermann. No joy for Kovarov on that attempt.
Hermann loads up on a big right hand but Kovarov slips the punch.
Kovarov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kovarov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hermann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kovarov.
Hermann connects with a crisp jab.
Hermann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hermann misses with a shot to the body
enabling Kovarov to counter with a crisp jab.
Hermann misses with a body shot.
Kovarov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Hermann misses the target.
Kovarov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hermann scores with a body shot. #T4#
A jab from Hermann misses.
Hermann throws a hook but Kovarov blocks it.
Hermann looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Hermann as Kovarov shoots in.
Karl Hermann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hermann throws a body shot but no joy.
Leo Kovarov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hermann missing with a left hand there. Kovarov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kovarov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Hermann looks to move away, Kovarov throws a big counter combo but Hermann just gets out of the way.
Kovarov slips a straight right by Hermann.
Hermann misses with a looping right.
Kovarov lands with a nice body punch.
Kovarov avoids the body shot from Hermann.
Kovarov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hermann sprawls and moves away.
Jab from Hermann.
Hermann throws out a token jab with nothing on it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Karl Hermann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hermann 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karl Hermann!

Karl Hermann 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: PL MMA 42     
Date:   Jun 13, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kovarov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kovarov 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.
Kovarov tries for a takedown but Time sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Time swings for the body but Kovarov moves out of range.
Kovarov moves away from the strike by Time.
Kovarov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
My Time seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Time works the jab nicely.#CUT#It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Time just misses with a punch to the body.
Kovarov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Time throws a head kick but Kovarov moves out of range.
As Time backs off Kovarov throws a huge counter combo but Time manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Time throws a big shot that misses.
Sloppy strikes from Kovarov. Those never looked like landing.
Time tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've been told by Time's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Time - that will leave a mark! #T1#
Kovarov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Time at a distance.
Time swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kovarov shoots in and drives through. Time sprawls well.
Time misses with the combination.
Kovarov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Time.
Time misses with a double jab.
Kovarov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Time digs a good body shot into Kovarov's ribs.
Time throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
My Time is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Time throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kovarov looks to score with a jab to the body but Time is just out of range.#T2#
Time slips a jab and a cross from Kovarov.
Time is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kovarov dodges the punch combination from Time.
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!
Time gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kovarov.
Kovarov scores with a jab. Time acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kovarov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Time rather than just go for the knockout.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kovarov!
Time throws a lazy uppercut
and Kovarov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Kovarov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Time looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Time explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Kovarov scores with a nice right hand.
Time throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kovarov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov throws a series of punches but Time moves out of range.
Time throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kovarov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Time backs up against the cage.
Kovarov misses with a series of wild punches.
Time looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.
Time fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice straight punches there by Time. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Time.
Time misses with a wild body shot.
Kovarov throws a counter combo.#T4#
Time avoids the body shot from Kovarov.
Time misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovarov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Time's waist but Time gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kovarov off to one side.
My Time has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Kovarov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Time doesn't seem bothered though.
Time throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovarov dives in for a single leg takedown but Time sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Time is looking to counter punch.
Time looks to throw the jab but Kovarov is out of range.
Time lands with a good body shot.
Time listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Time throws a leg kick that misses.
Time throws a head kick that Kovarov semi-blocks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

My Time dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kovarov moves away from the strike by Time.
Time misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Time lunges at Kovarov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kovarov's hand. #CUT#That has opened up Leo Kovarov's cut even more.
Time throws a body shot but no joy.
Time throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Kovarov counters with a shoot takedown. Time fights it but they end up in guard.
Kovarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Time has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kovarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kovarov lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Kovarov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kovarov throwing strikes but missing.
Kovarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Time is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kovarov is controlling him. #SU2#
Kovarov stands up from Time's guard - Kovarov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Kovarov misses with a looping left.
Kovarov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Time. Kovarov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Time will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kovarov feints the counter takedown.
Kovarov misses with a double jab
and Time counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Kovarov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kovarov dives in for a single leg takedown but Time sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Time throws a head kick but Kovarov moves out of range.
Time tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Kovarov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Time's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Time wants to stand but Kovarov is controlling the position. #ES#
Time scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Time throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kovarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Time.
Time uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovarov.
Time is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kovarov can do to turn this around?
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown but Time shows good takedown defense. #T3#
Time showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kovarov.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Time lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Time. Kovarov shrugs it off though.
Decent striking displayed by Kovarov there.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovarov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Time.
A swing and a miss from Time.
Kovarov shoots in but Time avoids the takedown attempt easily.
My Time has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Kovarov throws a hook but Time blocks it.#T4#
Time throws an overhand right that lands on Kovarov's shoulder, as Kovarov tries to avoid the shot.
Time swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovarov lands a slapping body shot.
Time tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovarov was well out of range. Poor timing from Time.
Kovarov swings for the body but Time moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Time misses its target.
Kovarov with a nice cross.
A jab lands there for Time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kovarov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Time scores with the left hand. Kovarov knows he should have avoided that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

My Time dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Time. That snapped Kovarov's head back.
Kovarov misses with an uppercut.
Time is looking to land body kicks.
Time connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kovarov's hands.
Kovarov blocks a head kick by Time.
Kovarov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kovarov shoots and misses
and Time counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
My Time is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov takes one to the chin there.
Kovarov looks for a takedown but Time sprawls well.#T1#
Time misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovarov unleashes a big counter combination but Time bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Time thows a left - swing and a miss!
Time missing with a left hand there. Kovarov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Time bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kovarov's head backwards.
Time is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kovarov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
My Time has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Kovarov shoots in for a double leg but Time sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Time throws a big shot that misses.
Time swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovarov shoots and misses
and Time connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#The cut above Leo Kovarov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T2#
Kovarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Time counters with a stiff right hand.
Time darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC#Kovarov is rocked!
Time tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovarov was well out of range. Poor timing from Time.
Kovarov is still on wobbly legs! Can Time finish him?
Time drops Kovarov with a huge uppercut! Kovarov drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Time is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). My Time!
After the fight, My Time was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: PL MMA 39,5 Marciano vs White     
Date:   May 20, 2020
#R1##TD#
The Crab is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kovarov's half guard.
Kovarov wants to get back to his feet.
Kovarov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
The Crab wants to work for an arm triangle but Kovarov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The Crab is trying to control. Kovarov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
The Crab is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The Crab not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
The Crab is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kovarov has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Crab wants to free his trapped foot but Kovarov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
The Crab is trying to work for a kimura but Kovarov is defending well.
Kovarov is trying to stand back up but The Crab is controlling him
The Crab trying to control the action but Kovarov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
The Crab is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Kovarov is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Henry The Crab!
Henry The Crab thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: PL MMA 34Dagestanskiy vs White     
Date:   Apr 29, 2020
#R1#
Kovarov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kovarov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kovarov misses the shot to the body.
Bing Bang throwing a counter right hand but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Kovarov takes a swing at Bing Bang's ribcage but misses.
As Kovarov looks to move away, Bing Bang throws a big counter combo but Kovarov just gets out of the way.
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bing Bang as he avoids it easily.
Kovarov throws a looping overhand right but Bing Bang ducks down to avoid it.
Bing Bang checks a low kick from Kovarov.
Bing Bang tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kovarov manages to circle out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov misses with the combination.
Bing Bang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kovarov. #T1##TD2#
Kovarov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kovarov working the ground and pound.
Bing Bang is pushing Kovarov's head away, looking to escape. Kovarov manages to hold on to the position though.
Bing Bang is looking for a sweep.
Kovarov working the ground and pound but Bing Bang is defending the strikes.
Bing Bang tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Kovarov decides to stand back up. Kovarov steps back and let's Bing Bang get back to his feet.
Ching Chang Bing Bang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kovarov misses with a two punch combination.
Bing Bang tried to counter with a leg kick but Kovarov avoided it.#T2#
Kovarov darts in looking for a takedown but Bing Bang gets double underhooks and turns Kovarov into the cage.
Ching Chang Bing Bang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.#TD2#
Kovarov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bing Bang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bing Bang knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kovarov on the ground.
Bing Bang is working hard here to advance position.
Kovarov trying to control the action but Bing Bang is working from the bottom.
Kovarov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bing Bang controlling the position well.
Bing Bang is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Bing Bang is looking to get back to full guard here but Kovarov has managed to pass to side control instead.
Bing Bang is trying to control Kovarov's posture but Kovarov avoids it.
Bing Bang tries to bench press Kovarov off him but Kovarov keeps the position.
Bing Bang manages to get back to half guard.
Bing Bang is looking for a sweep. Kovarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bing Bang is looking to get back to full guard here but Kovarov has managed to pass to side control instead.
Kovarov is looking to take a break and control but Bing Bang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bing Bang is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Bing Bang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kovarov working away.#T4#
Bing Bang is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kovarov misses with the ground and pound.
Kovarov working the ground and pound from side control.
Bing Bang is trying to control Kovarov's posture but Kovarov avoids it.
Bing Bang sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Kovarov is working for a kimura but Bing Bang is defending it quite comfortably.
Bing Bang wants to control but Kovarov is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovarov lands strikes from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bing Bang blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovarov.
Bing Bang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kovarov throwing shots but Bing Bang is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kovarov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bing Bang moves away.
Bing Bang throwing a counter right hand but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Kovarov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bing Bang was well out of range. Poor timing from Kovarov.
Kovarov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bing Bang manages to avoid it.
Kovarov throws a low kick but Bing Bang avoids it.#TD2#
Kovarov looking to score a takedown here. Bing Bang is defending well but Kovarov drives through and ends up in Bing Bang's guard.
Leo Kovarov has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kovarov stopping the sweep attempt from Bing Bang.
Kovarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SU2#
Kovarov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Kovarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bing Bang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Bing Bang showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kovarov.
Bing Bang fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kovarov just manages to avoid it.
Kovarov misses the jab.
Ching Chang Bing Bang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Kovarov misses.
Kovarov misses with a hook.
Kovarov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kovarov scores with a leg kick.
Kovarov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bing Bang defends well and Kovarov ends up having to push Bing Bang into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Kovarov shoots in and bounces Bing Bang off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Bing Bang has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kovarov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Bing Bang misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Kovarov breaks from the clinch.
A shot to the liver by Kovarov. Beautiful body shot.
Kovarov misses with a double jab #CL#
and Bing Bang counters by clinching up. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Bing Bang.
Knees in the clinch landing for Bing Bang. #BC#
Bing Bang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kovarov throws a right hand that Bing Bang ducks under and follows up with a left that Bing Bang also avoids with ease.
Bing Bang appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kovarov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bing Bang rather than just go for the knockout.
Kovarov fails with the takedown.
As Kovarov tries to get set, Bing Bang tries to push him back and clinch up but Kovarov manages to avoid the attempt.
Ching Chang Bing Bang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Kovarov misses with a looping right.
Kovarov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T4#
Kovarov misses with a combination
and Kovarov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Kovarov lands a lovely overhand right.
Kovarov shoots in but no luck this time.
As Kovarov backs away, Bing Bang returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bing Bang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kovarov.
Bing Bang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kovarov.
Kovarov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Leo Kovarov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov'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#
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown but Bing Bang shows good takedown defense.
Kovarov lands a head shot.#TD2#
Kovarov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Bing Bang pushes Kovarov off looking to stand but Kovarov dives back in and keeps control.
Bing Bang blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovarov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bing Bang looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bing Bang wants to get back to full guard.
Bing Bang avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kovarov.
Bing Bang trying to control but Kovarov postures up.
Kovarov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Bing Bang is trying to get back to full guard.
Bing Bang is trying to maintain the position but Kovarov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Kovarov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bing Bang has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bing Bang is trying to get back to full guard.
Bing Bang is trying to maintain the position but Kovarov is very close to passing his half guard.
Bing Bang wants to improve his position but Kovarov is controlling well.
Bing Bang controlling the position well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bing Bang tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg.
Bing Bang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kovarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ching Chang Bing Bang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kovarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kovarov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bing Bang's head.
Bing Bang wants to stand and escape but Kovarov is having none of it.
Bing Bang pulls Kovarov in close to prevent any damage.
Bing Bang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SU2#
Kovarov gets to his feet - Bing Bang follows without any prompting.
Kovarov shoots in for a double leg but Bing Bang sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bing Bang throws a big counter combination but Kovarov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T3#
Kovarov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bing Bang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Leo Kovarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No joy there for Kovarov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bing Bang went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kovarov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It appears Bing Bang was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2#
Kovarov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES#
Bing Bang manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Bing Bang. #TD2#
Kovarov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bing Bang uses from the top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Kovarov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bing Bang passes into half guard.
Kovarov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Bing Bang is controlling the pace.
Leo Kovarov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovarov wants to control but Bing Bang is keeping busy.
Kovarov won't allow Bing Bang to pass to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovarov tries to roll over but Bing Bang keeps him under control.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Leo Kovarov.
I've got Kovarov 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: PL MMA 27 Inarritu vs Erikson     
Date:   Apr 03, 2020
#R1#
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Kovarov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kovarov misses with a hook.
Kovarov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dhelan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovarov throws out a counter right but Dhelan avoids it with no problem.
Kovarov misses with the combination.
Dhelan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dhelan tries to move into range but Kovarov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dhelan throws a big shot that misses.
Kovarov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dhelan misses with a right hand
letting Kovarov counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Dhelan backs off Kovarov throws a huge counter combo but Dhelan manages to avoid it all.
Dhelan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dhelan walks into a stiff left hand from Kovarov.#CL2#
Kovarov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Dhelan successfully pulls guard.
Kovarov wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kovarov postures up and lands a big shot to Dhelan's brow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovarov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kovarov defends it easily.
Kovarov wants to get up but he can't break Dhelan's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Dhelan has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Kovarov doesn't defend quickly enough and Dhelan has managed to lock this one up! Can Kovarov escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Dhelan on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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: RISE 84 - Boretti Vs. Brinks     
Date:   Jul 13, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Collins has closed the distance and engaged Kovarov in a clinch.
Collins pushes Kovarov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Collins throws a punch but it's blocked by Kovarov. #BC#
Kovarov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovarov digs a good hook to Collins's body.
Collins throws a jab when Kovarov was well out of range.
Collins looks to land a left hand but Kovarov moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Kovarov 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.
Kovarov looking to pass the guard.
Collins is looking to stand up but Kovarov isn't so interested in that idea.
Collins 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.
Kovarov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kovarov won't allow Collins to sweep him here. #T1#
Kovarov wants to control from the top but Collins keeps moving.
Collins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kovarov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kovarov'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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Collins misses with a jab, cross combination.
Collins uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kovarov.
As Kovarov backs off Collins throws a huge counter combo but Kovarov manages to avoid it all.
Collins swings widly with a right hand
and Kovarov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Collins throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Collins tries to clinch there but Kovarov circles away.
Collins fails to land with a series of punches.
Michael Collins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice combination there by Collins. #CUT2#
It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.#T2#
Kovarov connects with the punch.
Collins misses with a combination
and Collins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Michael Collins has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Danga de danga de dang - Kovarov scores with a four punch combination!
Collins misses with a straight left.
Collins wants to clinch.
Kovarov lands with a nice combination. Collins backs away looking to recover.
Collins swinging wildly here.
No joy there for Collins, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T3##CL2#
Collins fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kovarov, pushing him back against the cage.
Kovarov tries for a takedown but Collins manages to get underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Collins fails to land.
Collins with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Collins is trying to pull guard but Kovarov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Collins wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Collins pulls guard successfully.
Collins pulls Kovarov in to control the position. #SUB#
Kovarov 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.
Kovarov content to stall in guard here.
Kovarov preventing the sweep. #T4#
Collins preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kovarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Collins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kovarov 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.
Collins really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kovarov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kovarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Collins is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kovarov is controlling him.
Kovarov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Collins working a defensive guard here.
Kovarov pushes down on Collins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Leo Kovarov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Collins looks to throw the jab but Kovarov is out of range.
A combination from Collins does no damage.
Kovarov scores with a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Collins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kovarov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Collins.
Michael Collins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Kovarov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura but Collins is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kovarov to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Kovarov decides to stand up.
Collins dodges the punch combination from Kovarov.
Collins thuds a left hand into Kovarov's body.#T1#
Kovarov misses with a few strikes there.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Collins fails to land with a series of punches.
Kovarov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Leo Kovarov is winning the standup battle so far.
Collins is looking to clinch.
Kovarov misses with a wild combination.
Kovarov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kovarov dodges the punch combination from Collins.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Collins misses with the combination.
Collins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovarov.
Collins misses with a double jab
and Kovarov counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Kovarov connects with the punch.
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!
Kovarov works over Collins's head and body with a nice combination.
Collins tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Collins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Collins fails to land with a series of punches.
Kovarov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Collins under the eye.
Kovarov works over Collins's head and body with a nice combination.
Kovarov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD#
Kovarov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Collins!
Kovarov working away.
Kovarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Collins keeps working.
Collins avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kovarov. #T3#
Kovarov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Collins is not content to let Kovarov control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Collins is looking for a sweep.
Kovarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Collins keeps working.
Kovarov working the head and body with strikes.
Collins takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Kovarov scoring with punches from side control. #T4#
Collins takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Kovarov in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Collins looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Kovarov turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: RFL-79 Bartoli Vs. Kondo 2     
Date:   Jun 08, 2019
#R1#
Kovarov misses with a hook. Mason ducked under it nicely.
Kovarov slips under a jab from Mason.
Kovarov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mason misses with a left hand
and Kovarov counters with a nice body shot.
Kovarov throws a sloppy head kick and Mason moves out of range easily. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kovarov enables Mason to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kovarov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mason trying to move into half guard but instead Kovarov has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Kovarov looking to pass the guard.
Kovarov trying to control but Mason is working from the bottom.
Mason wants to sweep here but Kovarov controlling him for the moment.
Mason trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kovarov trying to control but Mason is working from the bottom. #T1#
Mason manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kovarov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kovarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mason 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.
Mason with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Mason postures up.
Kovarov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kovarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mason keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kovarov's head.
Our spies down at at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ inform us that Kovarov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Mason working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kovarov's head.#T2##ES2#
Kovarov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Mason has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kovarov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Kovarov.
Mason scores with a nice strike.#TD#
Mason scores with a takedown into Kovarov's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mason is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Kovarov working for a triangle but Mason defends it easily.
Mason postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Mason is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mason wants to control from the top but Kovarov keeps moving. #T3#
Mason's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kovarov keeping moving, preventing Mason from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kovarov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mason throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mason working some strikes from top position.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Kovarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mason keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kovarov's head.
Mason wants to control from the top but Kovarov keeps moving.
Mason stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kovarov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mason distracts Kovarov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4##SUB2#
Kovarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mason cracks Kovarov with a solid left hand.
Mason scoring with punches to the head and body.
Mason chips away with some ground and pound.
Kovarov keeping moving, preventing Mason from controlling successfully.
Mason is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kovarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mason trying to control but Kovarov is working from the bottom.
Mason working some strikes from top position.
Mason postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kovarov controls Mason momentarily but Mason frees himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Preston Mason dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kovarov throws a hook to the side of Mason's head but Mason sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mason looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mason throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kovarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Mason is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kovarov can do to turn this around?
Mason works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kovarov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mason.
Kovarov stuffs the takedown.
Kovarov walks into a straight right hand from Mason.
Kovarov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mason.
Preston Mason seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mason misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Preston Mason. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovarov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov moves out of range as Mason strikes.
Mason fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kovarov avoids it really well and circles away.
Kovarov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mason.#T1##TD#
Kovarov tries to sprawl but Mason drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kovarov tries to roll over but Mason keeps him under control.
Mason winds up and cracks Kovarov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kovarov is not content to let Mason control the position.
Mason slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kovarov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Kovarov is looking for a triangle here but Mason uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Kovarov tries to escape but Mason is in control.
Kovarov can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Mason trying to control the action but Kovarov is working from the bottom.
Kovarov is trying to get back to half guard.
Mason wants to control but Kovarov is keeping him busy.
Mason scores with punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Kovarov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Check out the look on Mason's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Mason landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mason works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Mason connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kovarov some visible discomfort. #T3#
Mason cracks Kovarov with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Mason scores with a couple of short elbows.
Mason scoring with punches from side control.
Kovarov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Mason working the body and head with strikes.
Kovarov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Mason works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Mason wants to control for a moment but Kovarov uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Mason is looking to stall here but Kovarov recovers full guard.
Mason wants to control from the top but Kovarov keeps moving.
Mason landing some decent shots from guard. #T4##SUB2#
Mason got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kovarov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mason has managed to get both his arms back between Kovarov's legs - danger averted.
Kovarov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mason content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Kovarov looking for a guillotine here but Mason defends easily.
Mason works over Kovarov with some ground and pound from guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mason stopping the sweep attempt from Kovarov.
Mason stands and throws Kovarov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kovarov wants to control but Mason postures up.
Kovarov taking a bit of punishment here - Mason scoring with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Preston Mason dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Mason scores with a jab to the body.
Kovarov leaves Mason with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mason scores with a punch to the head.
Kovarov looks to score with a jab to the body but Mason is just out of range.
Mason looks for a takedown but Kovarov sprawls well.
A jab from Mason misses.
Despite the aggression on Kovarov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kovarov swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mason takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mason is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Preston Mason. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mason shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kovarov as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Kovarov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mason.
Mason blocks a jab.
Mason lands with an overhand left.
Kovarov walks into a straight right hand from Mason.
Kovarov throws an overhand right that lands on Mason's shoulder, as Mason tries to avoid the shot.
Mason throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kovarov's waist but Kovarov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mason off to one side.
Kovarov moves away from the strike by Mason. #TD#
Mason darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Mason trying to mount his opponent but Kovarov defends it.
Kovarov is looking to improve his position.
Kovarov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2##SUB2#
Kovarov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mason makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Kovarov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Kovarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mason gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mason scoring with some ground and pound.
Mason with a nice head shot there.
Kovarov has momentary wrist control but Mason slips an elbow through the middle.#T3#
Mason is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Kovarov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mason with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Mason lands a couple of elbows.
Kovarov being controlled here, momentarily.
Mason working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kovarov's head.
Mason stands and throws Kovarov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kovarov taking punishment in the form of punches. #T4#
Kovarov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Mason scores with punches from side control.
Mason connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kovarov some visible discomfort.
Mason is putting a hurting on Kovarov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Mason working the head and body with strikes.
Mason scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kovarov to see if he's OK.
Mason working the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Kovarov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mason trying to control the position but Kovarov is working away.
Kovarov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kovarov regains half guard.
Leo Kovarov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Preston Mason is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mason is nestled in close to Kovarov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

And that's the end of the fight!
Preston Mason showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mason, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Preston Mason!

A relieved looking Preston Mason 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: RFLFN-26 Snowdon Vs. Bartoli 2     
Date:   May 15, 2019
#R1#
Hida throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovarov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hida was well out of range. Poor timing from Kovarov.
Kovarov misses with a body shot.
Hida scores with a jab to the body.
Hida scores with a body shot.
Kovarov scores with a body shot.
Kovarov lands with a shot to the body. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hida enables Kovarov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hida manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Kovarov 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.
Kovarov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Kovarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hida looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kovarov is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hida has momentary wrist control but Kovarov slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Kovarov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hida is trying to keep Kovarov in close.
Hida avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hida looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kovarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hida works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hida wants to sweep here but Kovarov controlling him for the moment.
Kovarov throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Hida is pulling down on Kovarov's head to control his posture.
Kovarov is looking to stand up but Hida won't let him.
Kovarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Hida on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hida tries to get out of the position.
Hida controls Kovarov momentarily but Kovarov frees himself. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kovarov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hida throws a body shot but no joy.
We've been told by Hida's head coaches at Rokugan that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kovarov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hida's head backwards.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kovarov.
A shot to the liver by Hida. Beautiful body shot.
Hida is looking to wear down Kovarov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hida throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Hida to counter with a crisp jab.
Kisada Hida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kovarov throws a shot to the body.
Hida misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kovarov.
Hida is looking to chop away at Kovarov's legs.
Kovarov with the counter takedown but Hida avoids it easily.
Hida fails to land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Kovarov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovarov trying to control the action but Hida is working from the bottom.
Kovarov prevents Hida from escaping the position.
Kovarov wants to control but Hida is keeping him busy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kovarov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Hida is trying to control Kovarov's posture but Kovarov avoids it.
Kovarov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kovarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
You can see the frustration on Hida's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hida is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kovarov connects with a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kovarov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovarov. Hida does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hida swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hida takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kovarov scores with a hook.
Hida throws a hook but Kovarov avoids it easily.
Hida lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hida throws a body shot but no joy.
Leo Kovarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A shot to the body from Hida misses
and Kovarov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kovarov lunges at Hida with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hida's hand.
Kovarov tries to clinch up but Hida circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Kovarov throws a good cross that connects.
Kovarov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hida appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kovarov misses with a wild combination.
Kovarov scores with a body shot.
Kovarov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kovarov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovarov cracks a nice hook into Hida's ribs.
Hida looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.
Kovarov wants to counter with a clinch but Hida pushes him away.
Kovarov just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Hida wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Hida. Kovarov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kovarov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kovarov throws a hook to the side of Hida's head but Hida sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kovarov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kovarov lands a body shot.
Hida throws a right hand that Kovarov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kovarov also avoids with ease.
Kovarov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hida throws a body punch but Kovarov moves out of range.
Kovarov feints the counter takedown.
Kovarov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hida throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovarov misses with a series of wild punches.
Hida appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Kovarov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hida misses the shot to the body.
Kovarov shoots in looking for a takedown but Hida manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kovarov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kisada Hida has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Hida throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovarov misses with an uppercut.
Hida throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kovarov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Hida. That snapped Kovarov's head back. #CUT#
It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Hida takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T4#
Kovarov misses with a leg kick
and Hida counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hida listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kovarov tries to bum rush Hida with a series of wild strikes but Hida uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the body from Hida misses
and Kovarov counters with a left to the body.
Hida lunges at Kovarov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kovarov's hand.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovarov looks to land a combination but Hida avoids it well.
Hida looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hida swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Kovarov as he connects with a hook.
Kovarov feints and then cracks Hida's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hida down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Leo Kovarov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov'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#
Kovarov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kovarov ducks under a wild hook from Hida.
Kovarov missing with a left hand there. Hida was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kovarov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovarov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hida fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Hida misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Kovarov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hida on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov throws an off balance right hand
and Hida counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Hida misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hida fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kovarov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
Hida drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hida throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovarov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hida is able to avoid easily.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov darts in looking for a takedown but Hida gets double underhooks and turns Kovarov into the cage.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hida fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Kovarov avoids the body shot from Hida.
Hida misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Hida lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Hida swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hida was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kovarov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hida momentarily. #CL2#
Kovarov pushes Hida up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Hida escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kovarov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kovarov lands a glancing blow to the side of Hida's head.
Kovarov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Kovarov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kisada Hida has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Kovarov slips a jab and a cross from Hida.
Kovarov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No joy there for Kovarov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kovarov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hida lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hida fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kovarov manages to avoid it.
Kovarov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kovarov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kovarov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hida manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kovarov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hida manages to avoid it.
Kisada Hida has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Hida misses with a double jab.
Hida is looking to chop away at Kovarov's legs.
Kovarov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hida misses with a body shot.
Hida misses the jab.
Kovarov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hida takes one to the chin there.
Kovarov throws a one two combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Kovarov rushes Hida and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Good body shot from Hida.
Hida lands an uppercut.
Leo Kovarov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kovarov scores a nice knee to the body.
A short right from Hida.

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 Kisada Hida.
Well Kovarov 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leo Kovarov!

Kisada Hida spoke after the fight, saying 'I wonder why his fists keeps getting bigger until I got hit.'.

 

Event: RFLFN-19     
Date:   Mar 20, 2019
#R1#
Kovarov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovarov lands with a shot to the body.
Kovarov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Por Pramuk moves away.
Kovarov sizes up Por Pramuk with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Por Pramuk throws a body punch but Kovarov moves out of range.
Por Pramuk tries to land a front kick but Kovarov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Por Pramuk looks to land a left hand but Kovarov moved out of range nicely.
Kovarov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Por Pramuk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kovarov.
Kovarov checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovarov. Por Pramuk does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kovarov moves out of range of the body kick.
Por Pramuk throws the kick towards the body but Kovarov avoids it.
Por Pramuk throws a head kick that Kovarov semi-blocks. #T1#
Por Pramuk tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Por Pramuk lands a high kick!
Por Pramuk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovarov moves away.
Kovarov avoids the head kick by Por Pramuk.
Kovarov gets cracked there but stands up to it. #TD2#
Kovarov shoots in and gets a takedown into Por Pramuk's guard.
Kovarov wants to control from the top but Por Pramuk keeps moving.
Por Pramuk is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kovarov is controlling him.
Kovarov postures up and lands a big shot to Por Pramuk's brow.
Kovarov trying to control but Por Pramuk is working from the bottom.
Por Pramuk 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.
Por Pramuk wants to stand and escape but Kovarov is having none of it. #T2#
Kovarov trying to control but Por Pramuk is working from the bottom. #ES#
Por Pramuk manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Kovarov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Por Pramuk misses with a low kick.
Por Pramuk pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A countering left hand to the body from Kovarov misses.
Kovarov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kovarov throws a right hand that misses
and Por Pramuk counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Por Pramuk scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Por Pramuk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donk. Por Pramuk catches Kovarov right on the button with a cross.
Por Pramuk thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kovarov if he has to take too many more of those.
Por Pramuk really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Kovarov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Por Pramuk. Por Pramuk circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kovarov blocks the body kick.
Por Pramuk misses with an attempted mid kick.
Por Pramuk misses the shot to the body.
Kovarov avoids the body shot from Por Pramuk.
A big left from Por Pramuk misses.
Por Pramuk stuffs the takedown attempt from Kovarov. Kovarov gets slowly back to his feet.
Por Pramuk throws a wild body kick that Kovarov sees coming a mile off.
Por Pramuk throws a looping overhand right but Kovarov ducks down to avoid it.
Kovarov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kovarov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T4#
Por Pramuk throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovarov throws a right hand that Por Pramuk ducks under and follows up with a left that Por Pramuk also avoids with ease.
Por Pramuk throws a head kick that half lands.
Kovarov throws a series of punches but Por Pramuk moves out of range.
Dieselnoi Por Pramuk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovarov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Por Pramuk works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Por Pramuk throws a lazy right hand but Kovarov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Por Pramuk misses with a head kick.
Por Pramuk misses with a hook. Kovarov ducked under it nicely.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Por Pramuk.
Dieselnoi Por Pramuk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Por Pramuk throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kovarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Por Pramuk lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dieselnoi Por Pramuk dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kovarov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Por Pramuk misses with a straight right.
Kovarov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Por Pramuk looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Good leg kick by Por Pramuk there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kovarov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Por Pramuk uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kovarov.
Kovarov misses with a wild body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Por Pramuk, right into the meat.
Por Pramuk misses the jab.
Kovarov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Por Pramuk throws a half hearted mid kick.
A big right from Por Pramuk misses.
Kovarov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Dieselnoi Por Pramuk is winning the standup battle so far.
Por Pramuk looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovarov is just out of range.#T1#
Por Pramuk looks to land a left hand but Kovarov moved out of range nicely.
Kovarov misses with a left hand
and Por Pramuk counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Por Pramuk bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Por Pramuk slips a jab from Kovarov.
Kovarov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovarov throws the left hand but Por Pramuk avoids the punch easily.
Kovarov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Por Pramuk circles away from the clinch attempt.
Por Pramuk is looking to counter punch.
Por Pramuk comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Por Pramuk bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kovarov's head.
Kovarov throws a nice looking combination but Por Pramuk bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Por Pramuk lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kovarov takes a step back to recover. #T2#
Por Pramuk cracks Kovarov with an open hand slap.
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!
Por Pramuk checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Por Pramuk, right into the meat.
Kovarov misses with a wild body shot.
Por Pramuk looks to land a right hand but Kovarov moved out of range.
Kovarov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kovarov fails to land with a series of punches.
A head kick from Por Pramuk lands but Kovarov takes it in his stride. #CUT#
It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Por Pramuk feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kovarov's calf.
Por Pramuk lands a leg kick that knocks Kovarov off balance momentarily.
Por Pramuk scores with a nice body kick. #T3#
Por Pramuk throws a half hearted mid kick.
Por Pramuk fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Por Pramuk lands with an overhand left.
Kovarov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kovarov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Por Pramuk.
A jab from Por Pramuk misses.
Por Pramuk ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slow jab from Por Pramuk misses its intended target.
Kovarov checks a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Por Pramuk.
Por Pramuk fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kovarov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Por Pramuk is looking to chop away at Kovarov's legs. #T4#
Por Pramuk looks for the body kick but Kovarov saw that one coming.
Kovarov throws a combination that misses
and Por Pramuk counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Por Pramuk avoids a punch combination nicely.
Por Pramuk appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovarov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Por Pramuk manages to avoid it.
Por Pramuk slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Por Pramuk avoids the body shot from Kovarov.
Por Pramuk tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A lazy body kick from Por Pramuk
and Por Pramuk takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Por Pramuk dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Kovarov scores with a takedown into Por Pramuk's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dieselnoi Por Pramuk dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Por Pramuk misses with a head kick.
Kovarov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sloppy strikes from Kovarov. Those never looked like landing.
Kovarov misses with an uppercut.
Kovarov tries to clinch there but Por Pramuk circles away.
As Kovarov looks to move away, Por Pramuk throws a big counter combo but Kovarov just gets out of the way.
Kovarov throws a body punch but Por Pramuk moves out of range.
Kovarov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Por Pramuk misses the shot to the body.
Kovarov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Por Pramuk with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Por Pramuk misses with a body kick.
Por Pramuk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kovarov.
A solid leg kick lands there for Por Pramuk.
Kovarov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Por Pramuk rather than just go for the knockout.
Kovarov avoids the head kick by Por Pramuk. #T1#
Por Pramuk swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovarov is looking for the big counter here.
A telegraphed right hand from Kovarov misses the target.
Kovarov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Por Pramuk on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Por Pramuk motions for Kovarov to come forward. Por Pramuk throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Por Pramuk digs a good hook to Kovarov's body.
A big left from Por Pramuk misses.
Kovarov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kovarov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kovarov unleashes a big counter combination but Por Pramuk bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A combination from Kovarov does no damage.
Kovarov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice straight punches there by Por Pramuk. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Por Pramuk.
Kovarov lands with a good body shot.
Jab, jab by Por Pramuk - just one landing. #T2##TD2#
Kovarov scores with a takedown into Por Pramuk's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovarov landing with the ground and pound.
Por Pramuk is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kovarov can do to turn this around?
Kovarov prevents Por Pramuk from getting back to his feet.
Por Pramuk keeping moving, preventing Kovarov from controlling successfully.
Kovarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Por Pramuk is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Kovarov postures up in Por Pramuk's guard and throws a big left but Por Pramuk blocks it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kovarov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Por Pramuk.
Kovarov with a poor takedown
and Kovarov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kovarov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Por Pramuk circles away.
Kovarov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Por Pramuk counters with a stiff right hand.
Kovarov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Por Pramuk.
Por Pramuk scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Por Pramuk throws a head kick that misses.
Por Pramuk throws a head kick that misses.
Por Pramuk misses the shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kovarov. #T4##CL2#
Kovarov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Por Pramuk, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Por Pramuk manages to break the clinch.
Kovarov staying out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Por Pramuk as he jumps to the side.
Dieselnoi Por Pramuk has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leo Kovarov.
Por Pramuk gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kovarov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A big left from Por Pramuk misses.
Kovarov throws out a counter right but Por Pramuk avoids it with no problem.
Kovarov tries to clinch but Por Pramuk moves out of range.
Dieselnoi Por Pramuk is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kovarov avoids the head kick by Por Pramuk.
Por Pramuk throws a right and a left that Kovarov avoids nicely.
Kovarov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Leo Kovarov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kovarov misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dieselnoi Por Pramuk showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Por Pramuk, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dieselnoi Por Pramuk!

Dieselnoi Por Pramuk looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Thank you, my fans, for supporting me! And thank you to my opponent! This fight made us both stronger!'.

 

Event: RFLFN-15 HHW vs. Farina     
Date:   Feb 20, 2019
#R1#
Kovarov cracks Coffie with a good jab.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Coffie prevents Kovarov from breaking the clinch.
Kovarov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Coffie walks away with a smile on his face. Kovarov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Coffie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovarov.
Coffie lands a nice looking body shot.
Kovarov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Coffie misses with an uppercut. Kovarov saw that one coming.
Coffie moves out of range of the strikes.
Coffie just misses with a punch to the body.
Kovarov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL2#
Coffie moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Coffie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Coffie has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kovarov finds it's way round the side to connect with Coffie's head. #T1##CL2#
Coffie clinches up against the cage.
Kovarov blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Coffie fails to land.
Coffie lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kovarov.
Coffie lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Kovarov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kovarov lands with a nice body punch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kovarov.
Coffie missing with a left hand there. Kovarov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Coffie gets a clinch.
Coffie keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kovarov's efforts to push away.
Kovarov tries to break the clinch but Coffie is controlling the position.
Kovarov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Coffie just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Kovarov is trying to break the clinch but Coffie is controlling him.
Coffie working aggressively here. #TD#
Kovarov manages to pull guard.
Coffie looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Coffie controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kovarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Coffie 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.
Coffie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kovarov looking for a triangle here. Coffie is fighting it but it looks tight! Kovarov pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Coffie is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: RFL-61 Morris Vs Wagenknecht 2     
Date:   Jan 26, 2019
#R1#
Baier throws out a loose jab but Kovarov uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Kovarov misses the target.
Baier misses with a double jab.
Kovarov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Baier misses with a straight right.
Kovarov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Baier lands with a nice combination. Kovarov backs away looking to recover.
The fighters circle momentarily. Baier darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Baier misses with an uppercut. Kovarov saw that one coming.
Kovarov takes one to the chin there.
Baier comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kovarov moves out of range as Baier strikes.
Baier throws a lazy right hand but Kovarov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kovarov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kovarov misses with a wild body shot.
Christian Baier seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baier throws a series of punches but Kovarov moves out of range. #T1#
Kovarov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Baier is able to avoid easily.
Baier misses with a wild body shot.
Kovarov misses with a wild combination.
Baier misses with an uppercut. Kovarov saw that one coming.
Baier 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.
Nice shot by Baier.
Kovarov lands a jab to Baier's midsection.
A big right from Baier misses.
Baier looks to throw the jab but Kovarov is out of range.
Kovarov blocks a jab.#TD#
Kovarov gets a takedown into half guard.
Kovarov wants to take a breather but Baier is having none of it. #T2##SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura but Baier is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kovarov to get the leverage.
Baier avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kovarov.
Baier is looking to improve his position.
Kovarov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Baier defends it well. #SUB2#
Baier is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kovarov pulls his head out easily.
Baier is looking to improve his position. #SU#
Kovarov stands up from half guard. #T3#
Baier checks the leg kick.#TD#
Kovarov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kovarov throwing strikes but Baier manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #SUB2#
Baier looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Baier tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kovarov is trying to control Baier's posture but Baier avoids it.
Kovarov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Baier is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kovarov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Baier tries to advance to mount but Kovarov denies him. #SUB2#
Baier is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kovarov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kovarov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Baier's best efforts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Christian Baier will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Baier fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Baier slips a jab and a cross from Kovarov.
Baier displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kovarov throws out the jab.
Baier might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Kovarov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baier on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Baier misses with a hook.#CL#
Kovarov drives through and clinches with Baier against the cage.
Kovarov lands a shot to the body.
Baier on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Baier tries to throw a body punch but Kovarov avoids it by throwing Baier back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Kovarov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovarov throws a body punch but Baier moves out of range.
Baier slaps away a takedown attempt from Kovarov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Baier stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Jab by Baier.
Kovarov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baier counters with a stiff right hand.
Kovarov throws a series of punches but Baier avoids them all with ease.
Baier misses with a straight right.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovarov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Baier throws a body punch but Kovarov moves out of range.
Kovarov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baier cracks Kovarov with a good jab.
Baier connects with a body shot that sends Kovarov's belly button to the back.
Kovarov misses with a low kick.
Baier scores with a body shot.
Baier connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kovarov's hands.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baier lands with an uppercut that bounces Kovarov off the cage and back into range.
Baier throws a lazy right hand but Kovarov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Baier lands a nice looking body shot.
Christian Baier is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kovarov ducks under a wild hook from Baier.
Decent striking displayed by Baier there.
Kovarov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kovarov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kovarov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Baier moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kovarov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
It seemed like Baier was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A punch lands to the side of Kovarov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kovarov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #T3#
Baier lands with a nice body punch.
Good shot there by Baier.
Kovarov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baier sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Baier misses its intended target.
Kovarov takes one to the chin there.
Baier looks to land a left hand but Kovarov moved out of range nicely.
Kovarov feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Kovarov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Baier!
Baier sneaks back into half guard.
Kovarov working the head and body with strikes.
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. Kovarov connects with a nice short shot to Baier's temple. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovarov trying to control the action but Baier is working from the bottom.
Baier blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovarov.
Baier trying to control here.
Kovarov trying to control the action but Baier is working from the bottom.
Baier won't allow Kovarov to pass to mount.
Baier trying to control here. #SUB#
Kovarov seems to be looking for submissions.
Kovarov is trying to control the action in half guard but Baier is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Christian Baier showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Baier lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Kovarov scores with a takedown into Baier's guard.#SUB2#
Baier looking for a guillotine here but Kovarov defends easily.
Kovarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Baier is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kovarov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kovarov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Baier is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Baier has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Kovarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Baier defends well.#SUB#
Kovarov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Baier avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Leo Kovarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kovarov is pulling down on Baier's head. It's preventing any offense from Baier, at least for the moment.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Baier got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kovarov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Baier has managed to get both his arms back between Kovarov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kovarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baier doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baier manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Baier is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Kovarov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Baier is looking to defend but Kovarov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Baier! Kovarov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Baier taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: RFL-58     
Date:   Jan 05, 2019
#R1##TD2#
Goku closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kovarov wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Goku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kovarov, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Goku thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kovarov is looking for a sweep.
Kovarov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kovarov is in trouble now - Goku has advanced to mount!
Kovarov is squirming around, avoiding Goku's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Kovarov tries to hold on but Goku postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Goku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kovarov is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Goku working for a submission but Kovarov is keeping him at bay.
Goku wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Goku tries to control but Kovarov wriggling away.
Kovarov is trying to escape the mount.
Kovarov tries to hold on but Goku pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Goku is trying to take his opponent's back.
Goku trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Goku can't control as he wanted to and Kovarov manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Goku is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Kovarov!
Goku seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kovarov is holding on tight.
Goku tries to control but Kovarov wriggling away.
Kovarov tries to hold on but Goku pushes him away.
Goku trying to control but Kovarov is having none of it.
Goku wants to take Kovarov's back here but Kovarov is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T3#
Kovarov is working to get back to half guard.
Goku mounts Kovarov! Really nice guard pass there!
Goku fails to move to back control.
Kovarov is squirming around, avoiding Goku's attempts to control the action.
Goku wants to control the action but instead Kovarov gets a body lock and reverses into Goku's guard! Nice work!
Kovarov scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4#
Goku not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SU#
Kovarov gets to his feet - Goku follows without any prompting.
Kovarov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kovarov shoots in but no luck this time.
Kovarov throws a head kick but Goku moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goku. Kovarov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kovarov connects with a single shot there.#TD#
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kovarov postures up. #SUB2#
Goku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kovarov is aware though and is defending well.#SU#
Kovarov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Goku scores with a shot to the body.
Goku falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kovarov counters with a three punch combo that has Goku backing up. Goku nods at Kovarov to acknowledge the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Seng Goku 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##TD2#
Kovarov gets caught flat footed, as Goku shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Kovarov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Goku is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Kovarov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kovarov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Goku has a couple of punches blocked by Kovarov. #TD#
Kovarov successfully pulls guard.
Goku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kovarov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Goku works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kovarov moves into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovarov working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Kovarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Goku is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB#
Kovarov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kovarov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Kovarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kovarov, not yet.
Goku trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Goku trying to control the position from guard on top but Kovarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kovarov keeping full guard, as Goku tries to pass.
Kovarov 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##T2#
Goku wants to improve his position but Kovarov is controlling well.
Kovarov lands with a punch from half guard.
Goku wants to control but Kovarov is keeping busy.
Kovarov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kovarov wants to take a breather but Goku is having none of it. #SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura but Goku is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kovarov to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kovarov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Goku has managed to free his arm - good work.
Goku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kovarov is working away from the top position though.
Goku tries to roll over but Kovarov keeps him under control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Goku can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Kovarov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Goku with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Goku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kovarov pulls his head out easily.
Kovarov is looking to take a break and control but Goku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Goku is trying to control but can't.
Goku is trying to get back to full guard.
Goku has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kovarov is working away from the top position though.
Kovarov winds up and cracks Goku with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kovarov drops an elbow to the side of Goku's head.
Goku tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg. #T4#
Goku keeps trying to improve his position.
Goku is still trying to improve position.
Kovarov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Kovarov tries to control but Goku wriggling away. #SUB#
Kovarov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Kovarov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Goku is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goku is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kovarov dives in and grabs Goku's left leg, looking for a takedown. Goku pushes down on Kovarov's head and hops out.
Goku misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL#
Kovarov clinches with his opponent.
Goku tries to land knees in the clinch but Kovarov avoids the damage to the body.
Kovarov managing to block the knees to the body from Goku.
Kovarov tries to pull guard but Goku forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Goku jumps guard but Kovarov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kovarov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kovarov misses with a knee strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goku has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kovarov after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Kovarov pulls guard effortlessly.
Goku stands and throws Kovarov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Goku trying to control the position but Kovarov is working away. #T1#
Kovarov is trying to get back to half guard.
Kovarov wants to control but Goku postures up.
Kovarov tries to improve position but can't.
Kovarov is not content to let Goku control the position. #SUB2#
Goku working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kovarov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Leo Kovarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Goku trying to control the action but Kovarov is working from the bottom.
Kovarov won't allow Goku to pass to mount.
Kovarov trying to control here.
Goku has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kovarov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Kovarov wants to control but Goku is having none of it.#T3#
Goku trying to control but Kovarov is having none of it.
Kovarov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Kovarov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Goku.
Kovarov regains half guard.
Goku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kovarov manages to get to full guard.
Goku works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Goku wants to take a breather but Kovarov is having none of it.
Goku looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Goku is thwarting Kovarov's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Kovarov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kovarov wants to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Seng Goku comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Goku has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: RFLFN-6     
Date:   Dec 05, 2018
#R1##TD#
Kovarov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kovarov lands in his opponent's guard.
Kovarov passes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kovarov is taking a breather. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 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.#SUB#
Kovarov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg. #T1#
Kovarov stalling away here and it's allowed MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kovarov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg. #SUB2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kovarov pulls his head out easily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to control but Kovarov postures up.
Kovarov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Kovarov seems to be working for a kimura but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends the submission attempt.
Kovarov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
Kovarov controlling the action here.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kovarov.
Kovarov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Kovarov content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Kovarov looking for a guillotine from mount but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is having none of it. #SUB#
Kovarov with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kovarov scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T3#
Kovarov tries to control but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wriggling away.
Kovarov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
A nice elbow there by Kovarov.#SUB#
Kovarov wants to finish this one by submission but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kovarov.
Kovarov with the ground and pound from mount.
Kovarov tries to control but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wriggling away.
Kovarov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kovarov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov?
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Kovarov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends it easily.#T4#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Kovarov.
Kovarov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kovarov working for a triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends it easily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Kovarov keeps moving. #SUB#
Kovarov working for a triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov 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#
Kovarov doesn't manage to clinch there - MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov circles away.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a counter combo.#TD#
Kovarov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kovarov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kovarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Kovarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kovarov trying to control the action but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working from the bottom.
Kovarov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is not content to let Kovarov control the position. #SUB#
Kovarov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, who protects the arm well. #T1#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to bench press Kovarov off him but Kovarov keeps the position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is still trying to improve position.
Kovarov is looking to take a break and control but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kovarov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov down.
Kovarov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kovarov 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.#T2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is not content to let Kovarov control the position.
Kovarov working the ground and pound.
Kovarov working away.#SUB#
Kovarov is trying to get an arm triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is defending well. #SUB#
Kovarov is trying to get an arm triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is defending well.
Kovarov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kovarov tries to score with some ground and pound. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a sweep.
Kovarov working away.
Kovarov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Kovarov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kovarov landing strikes.
Kovarov working the ground and pound. #SUB#
Kovarov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kovarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do to turn this around?#SU#
Kovarov decides to stand back up. Kovarov steps back and let's MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov get back to his feet.#T4#
Kovarov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to avoid it but Kovarov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to the ground. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws an off balance right hand
and Kovarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kovarov closes the distance and clinches up with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, looking for a takedown. Kovarov pushes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses the shot to the body.
Kovarov stuffs the takedown.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants to clinch up but Kovarov keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Kovarov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Kovarov successfully pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Kovarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kovarov is trying to control the position but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov postures up. #SUB#
Kovarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kovarov is tightening it up a little... MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kovarov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: RFLFN-3     
Date:   Nov 07, 2018
#R1#
Kovarov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Foster moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kovarov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Foster tries to keep at a distance but Kovarov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Foster fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Foster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vince Foster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovarov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Foster tries to clinch up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Foster.
Kovarov blocks an elbow strike.
Foster misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kovarov.
A short uppercut from Foster.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Foster. #BC2#
Foster breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovarov is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Foster clinches up with Kovarov and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Foster lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Foster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Foster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Foster throws a punch but it's blocked by Kovarov.
Kovarov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Foster scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Foster misses with the head strike.
Foster working aggressively here.
Foster misses with some punches. #BC2#
Foster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Foster is looking to clinch but Kovarov is avoiding it.
Foster wants to clinch.
Kovarov dives in and grabs Foster's left leg, looking for a takedown. Foster pushes down on Kovarov's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Foster tries to clinch up but Kovarov circles away and keeps his distance.
As Foster looks to move away, Kovarov throws a big counter combo but Foster just gets out of the way.
Foster tries to clinch up but Kovarov circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Foster moves into the clinch.#T2##TD#
Foster is fighting off a takedown attempt but Kovarov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Foster to the mat. Foster regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Foster is looking to stand back up but Kovarov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Foster.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#REVB#
Foster wants to get back to his feet.
Kovarov winds up and cracks Foster with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kovarov not doing much here.
Kovarov'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.
Kovarov prevents Foster from standing back up. #T3##SUB#
Foster pushes Kovarov off, looking to escape but Kovarov dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Foster is forced to tap! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: SyFi 93     
Date:   Aug 24, 2018
#R1#
Kovarov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Kovarov moves into range and clinches up with Barbosa.#BC#
Barbosa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kovarov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Barbosa lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kovarov circles away quickly and effectively.
Kovarov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kovarov tries a head kick but it misses.
Barbosa lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#
It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Kovarov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Barbosa moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Barbosa throws a counter high kick but Kovarov was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kovarov is looking to clinch but Barbosa is avoiding it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kovarov 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa connects with a nice looking jab.
Barbosa lands with a kick to the temple. Kovarov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kovarov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Barbosa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kovarov.
Nice uppercut lands for Barbosa. That snapped Kovarov's head back.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbosa misses with a body shot. #T1#
Barbosa tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot by Barbosa.
Marcelo Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbosa jabs at Kovarov's body.
Barbosa throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Barbosa lands a really nice looking cross but Kovarov seems unphased.
Barbosa misses with a head kick.
Kovarov throws a head kick that misses.
A jab from Barbosa misses.
Kovarov ducks right into an uppercut from Barbosa.
Kovarov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kovarov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kovarov slips under a jab from Barbosa.#TD2#
Kovarov scores with a takedown into Barbosa's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kovarov wanted to stand there but Barbosa had control of the position. #T2##SUB#
Kovarov avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Barbosa looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kovarov passes into side control.
Kovarov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Barbosa looks to move to half guard but instead Kovarov has passed into mount! Damn!
Kovarov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Barbosa is in all sorts of trouble here.
Barbosa wants to hold on but Kovarov pushes him away.
Barbosa is squirming around, avoiding Kovarov's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Kovarov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Barbosa looks a forlorn figure.
Kovarov manages to capitalize on a mistake by Barbosa to take his back!
Kovarov throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Barbosa!
Kovarov punishes Barbosa with strikes from the back mount.
Barbosa tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Kovarov looking for the RNC.
Barbosa is in bad spot here.
Kovarov 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.
Barbosa is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kovarov is not going to allow Barbosa to sit and survive in this position. #T4#
Kovarov has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Barbosa.
Barbosa tries to escape but Kovarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Kovarov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Barbosa is defending well though. Kovarov let's go of the attempt for now.
You can see the frustration on Barbosa's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kovarov trying to control.
Kovarov looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barbosa wants to control his opponent's hands but Kovarov gets his hands free. #SUB2#
Barbosa is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Kovarov gets his way!
Barbosa wants to control his opponent's hands but Kovarov gets his hands free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Marcelo Barbosa will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Leo Kovarov's cut.
That's time! Barbosa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Kovarov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kovarov showed some decent athleticism there.
Barbosa is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Barbosa manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Kovarov has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Barbosa to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Kovarov is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Barbosa pulls down on the head and he's put Kovarov to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marcelo Barbosa!

 

Event: WeInSyd 23     
Date:   Aug 01, 2018
#R1##TD#
Kovarov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Flower's guard.
Flower wants to control the position but Kovarov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kovarov wants to take a breather but Flower is having none of it.
Flower trying to control but Kovarov postures up.
Kovarov controlling the action here.
Kovarov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Flower for as long as he can get away with.
Flower trying to hold on to Kovarov's head to control him but Kovarov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovarov controlling the action here.
Flower has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Team Alpha Midget. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T1##SUB#
Kovarov seems to be looking for submissions.
Flower is staying active underneath Kovarov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kovarov is thwarting Flower's attempts to control the position.
Kovarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flower keeps working.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kovarov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kovarov throws a wild body kick that Flower sees coming a mile off.
Flower scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD#
Kovarov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T2#
Kovarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Flower is trying to control but Kovarov passes into side control!
A lull in the action here as Kovarov stalls from top position.
Kovarov working away.
Flower is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Kovarov is staying active.
A lull in the action here as Kovarov stalls from top position.#T3#
Flower is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Flower is looking to control Kovarov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Flower avoid being mounted?
Well, if Kovarov 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.
Flower trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kovarov manages to pass to mount!
Flower tries to hold on but Kovarov postures up.#T4#
Kovarov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Kovarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Flower wants to hold on but Kovarov pushes him away.
Kovarov working Flower over with strikes here.
Flower is squirming around, avoiding Kovarov's attempts to control the action.
Kovarov with a couple of short strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovarov controlling the pace for now.
Kovarov avoids the attempt from Flower to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov 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#
Kovarov slips under a jab from Flower.
Kovarov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Flower throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Kovarov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kovarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Flower is retaining full guard.
Kovarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Flower keeping full guard, as Kovarov tries to pass. #SUB2#
Flower looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Kovarov has picked Flower up and slammed him! Flower can't keep hold of the triangle and Kovarov manages to pass to side control!
Who's going to make the next move?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov is looking to take a break and control but Flower is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Flower manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kovarov's best efforts.
Flower is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kovarov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Flower wants to sweep but Kovarov has passed to side control!
Flower is not content to let Kovarov control the position.
Flower struggling a bit here.
Flower defending against the ground and pound. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Flower's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Kovarov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kovarov advances nicely into full mount.
Kovarov prevents Flower from getting the reversal.
Kovarov controlling from mount.
Flower stops Kovarov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Flower is wriggling around trying to escape. #T3#
Flower tries to lock up and control but Kovarov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kovarov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Flower is looking to escape.
Flower is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB#
Kovarov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Kovarov raining down shots from the mount!
Kovarov lands a big shot there that rocks Flower but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Kovarov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Flower's face.
Kovarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Flower can do to turn this around?#T4#
Kovarov avoids the attempt from Flower to control.
Flower holds on for dear life, controlling Kovarov's posture momentarily.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Kovarov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Flower in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kovarov avoids the attempt from Flower to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovarov controlling the pace for now.
A nice elbow there by Kovarov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kovarov wants to clinch up but Flower keeps it at a distance.
Flower looks to land a combination. Kovarov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#
It looks like Leo Kovarov has been cut.
Kovarov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kovarov walks into a stiff left hand from Flower.
Flower lands a lovely overhand right.
Flower uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Flower cracks Kovarov with a good jab.#ROC2#
Kovarov is rocked!
Flower drops Kovarov with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Kovarov! Flower dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lotus Flower!

 

Event: SyFi 74     
Date:   Jul 08, 2018
#R1#
Kovarov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kovarov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Baxter throws a series of strikes that have Kovarov backpedaling.
Baxter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovarov was well out of range. Poor timing from Baxter.
Dax Baxter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kovarov.
Baxter pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Kovarov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A shot to the liver by Baxter. Beautiful body shot.
Baxter scores with a one two! Kovarov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
We've been hearing reports that Kovarov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Baxter on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kovarov. Kovarov obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Kovarov gets tackled into the cage by Baxter. Baxter maintains the clinch.
Baxter swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baxter being controlled against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baxter blocks an elbow strike.
Baxter has a couple of punches blocked by Kovarov.
Baxter lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kovarov backwards.
Kovarov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Kovarov lands a body punch.
Kovarov has Baxter pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Baxter manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Baxter working aggressively here.
Baxter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baxter misses with the head strike.
Baxter misses with a knee strike. #TD#
Kovarov drags the fight down to the ground.
Baxter looking to sit in guard and control but Kovarov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Baxter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Baxter looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baxter keeps trying to improve his position.
Kovarov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Baxter trying to control the position here.
Kovarov content to stall in guard here.
Kovarov wants to pass the guard but Baxter is keeping the position.
Kovarov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kovarov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T3#
Baxter tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kovarov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kovarov working the body and head with strikes.
Kovarov working away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Baxter is looking for a sweep.
Baxter struggling a bit here.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Baxter takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Baxter tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kovarov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Baxter tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Kovarov easily slips into full mount!
Kovarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kovarov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Kovarov controlling from the full mount.
Kovarov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Baxter for as long as he can get away with.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dax Baxter will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Kovarov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kovarov throws a head kick that misses.
Baxter lands with a right hand.
Baxter misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kovarov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kovarov has a takedown stuffed.
A decent looking cross lands there for Baxter.#TD#
Kovarov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Baxter wants to improve his position but Kovarov is controlling well.
Baxter has hold of Kovarov's hands but Kovarov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1#
Kovarov is thwarting Baxter's attempts to control the position.
Baxter is looking to improve his position.
Kovarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Baxter wants to control but Kovarov 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.
Kovarov prevents Baxter from improving his position.
Kovarov wants to free his trapped foot but Baxter is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Baxter has hold of Kovarov's hands but Kovarov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#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.
Baxter is looking for a sweep. Kovarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Baxter is trying to maintain the position but Kovarov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kovarov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Kovarov is trying to work for a kimura but Baxter is defending well. #SU#
Kovarov escapes and gets back to his feet.
Leo Kovarov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Some wild striking there from Baxter. #T3#
Kovarov shoots in for a takedown but Baxter shows good takedown defense.
Baxter misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kovarov tries for a takedown but Baxter sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Kovarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A shot to the liver by Baxter. Beautiful body shot.
Baxter throws a shot to the body.
Baxter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baxter blocks the body kick.
Baxter misses with a hook.
Baxter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Kovarov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Baxter.
Kovarov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kovarov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Baxter sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Baxter scores with a hook.
Baxter looks to land a combination but Kovarov avoids it well.
Dax Baxter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baxter stuffs the takedown attempt from Kovarov. Kovarov gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
Baxter misses with an uppercut. Kovarov saw that one coming.
Baxter misses with a body shot. #CL#
Kovarov instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baxter misses with a body punch.
Baxter doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baxter misses with a body punch. #TD#
Kovarov pulls guard. #SUB#
Kovarov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Baxter has passed into half guard!
Baxter stops Kovarov from getting back to his feet.
Baxter not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kovarov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Baxter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dax Baxter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Baxter tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kovarov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A combination from Baxter does no damage.
Baxter thuds his right hand into Kovarov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Baxter is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Baxter bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kovarov's head.
Kovarov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kovarov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kovarov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baxter tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovarov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kovarov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baxter cracks a nice hook into Kovarov's ribs.#TD#
Kovarov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ROC#
Baxter is rocked!
Leo Kovarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovarov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Baxter is still in real trouble! Can Kovarov finish him?
Kovarov happy to just control the position for now.
Baxter takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #T1#
Baxter trying to remain calm as Kovarov controls from the top position.
Baxter tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kovarov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #SUB#
Baxter is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Kovarov locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Baxter is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Leo Kovarov!
In defeat, Dax Baxter stepped up to the mic, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better fighter tonight.'.

 

Event: Bumfights 8: Alive and Well     
Date:   Mar 04, 2018
#R1##TD2#
Kazuraba closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES#
Kovarov throws Kazuraba to one side and escapes!
Kazuraba misses with a takedown attempt - Kovarov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kazuraba on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kazuraba is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kazushi Kazuraba seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kazuraba is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Kovarov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Leo Kovarov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kazushi Kazuraba.
Kazuraba has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kovarov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC#
Kovarov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Good exchange - Kovarov coming out on top.#CL#
Kovarov darts in and clinches Kazuraba up against the ropes.
Kazuraba tries to pull guard but Kovarov forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Kovarov cracks Kazuraba with a nice body shot.#BC#
Kovarov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kazuraba throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kovarov's waist but Kovarov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kazuraba off to one side.
Kovarov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Kazuraba tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kovarov defends well and Kazuraba ends up having to push Kovarov into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kazuraba shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kovarov lands a body shot.
Kazuraba has his takedown stuffed
and Kovarov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kazuraba looks winded!#TD#
Kovarov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kazuraba quickly recovers to half guard.
Kovarov trying to control the pace.
Kovarov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kovarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
Kazuraba wants to get back to full guard.
Kazuraba is refusing to be controlled, as Kovarov sits in half guard.
Kazuraba is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kovarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kovarov is looking to take a break and control but Kazuraba is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##CL#
Kovarov closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Kovarov breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Kovarov closes the distance and pushes Kazuraba back into the ropes.
Kazuraba jumps guard but Kovarov stands there with Kazuraba around his waist. Kazuraba gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC#
Kovarov breaks from the clinch.
Kazuraba tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kovarov defends well and Kazuraba ends up having to push Kovarov into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Kovarov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kovarov prevents Kazuraba from improving his position.
Kovarov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kovarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Kazuraba is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura here.
Kazuraba trying to hold on to Kovarov's head to control him but Kovarov postures up. #SU#
Kovarov decides to stand up. #TD2#
Kazuraba drives through with a takedown into Kovarov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Kovarov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kazuraba off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leo Kovarov 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#
Kovarov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#ROC#
Kazuraba is rocked!
Kovarov batters Kazuraba with a massive right followed by a huge left! Kazuraba is out on his feet looking like a zombie as Kovarov lands a final crushing right hand to drop Kazuraba to the mat with a gruesome thud! Kovarov is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: Bumfights 6: Miracle Street     
Date:   Jan 29, 2018
#R1#
Habiba shoots in but no luck this time.
Kovarov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Habiba wants to clinch.#CL#
Habiba closes the distance and pushes Kovarov back into the ropes.
Habiba trying to stall but Kovarov improves his position.
Kovarov is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Habiba throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kovarov blocks it with crossed arms.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kovarov obliges.
Habiba is trying to push Kovarov away but Kovarov has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Habiba wants to stall.
Habiba pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
I was talking to Habiba's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Habiba is looking to control Kovarov's arms but Kovarov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Habiba has his back to the ropes.
Nice body punch from Kovarov - that landed with a thud. #TD2#
Kovarov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kovarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Habiba is one step ahead there.
Habiba has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kovarov is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Habiba has his hands clasped together but Kovarov extends and breaks Habiba's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kovarov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Leo Kovarov!

 

Event: Bumfights 2     
Date:   Dec 22, 2017
#R1#
Kovarov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Paulino Alfredo Francesco fails with an attempt to clinch.
Paulino Alfredo Francesco tries for a takedown but Kovarov circles away easily
and Kovarov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD2#
Kovarov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Paulino Alfredo Francesco to the mat! Paulino Alfredo Francesco manages to get full guard.
Kovarov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Paulino Alfredo Francesco looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovarov passes into half guard.
Kovarov is taking a breather. Paulino Alfredo Francesco 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.
Kovarov is trying to control the action in half guard but Paulino Alfredo Francesco is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Paulino Alfredo Francesco tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg.
Kovarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Paulino Alfredo Francesco trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Paulino Alfredo Francesco knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kovarov on the ground.
Kovarov controlling his opponent.
Paulino Alfredo Francesco reaches up to try and control the position but Kovarov seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Paulino Alfredo Francesco rolls and tries to escape and now Kovarov has his back!
Kovarov is punishing Paulino Alfredo Francesco with some ground and pound.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Will Kovarov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Kovarov has good solid back control here.
Kovarov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Paulino Alfredo Francesco fending off the submission attempt from Kovarov.
Kovarov controlling the position well here. Paulino Alfredo Francesco rolled but Kovarov kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #T3#
Kovarov controlling well, preventing Paulino Alfredo Francesco from escaping the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Kovarov looking for the RNC.
Kovarov controls the action.
Paulino Alfredo Francesco tries to escape the position. #T4##SUB2#
Kovarov is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Paulino Alfredo Francesco taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Kovarov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Leo Kovarov!

 

 
 
 
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