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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Akhmedov throws a big shot that misses.
Akhmedov lands with an uppercut that bounces Smirnov off the cage and back into range.
Akhmedov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Akhmedov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Smirnov's head backwards.
Akhmedov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Smirnov's head backwards.
Smirnov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhmedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Smirnov.
Smirnov gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Akhmedov points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Smirnov wakes up just in time to hear Akhmedov thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
A very excited looking Zaurbek Akhmedov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
WeInSyd 39
Date: Nov 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Akhmedov looks to land a left hand but Fusco moved out of range nicely.
Fusco waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Akhmedov.
Fusco lands with a straight right. Akhmedov didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#
It looks like Zaurbek Akhmedov has been cut.
Akhmedov ducks under a wild hook from Fusco.
An attempted straight right counter from Akhmedov misses the target.
Fusco digs a good body shot into Akhmedov's ribs.
Fusco takes a swing at Akhmedov's ribcage but misses.
Fusco walks into a straight right hand from Akhmedov.
Fusco moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fusco swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akhmedov throws a body punch but Fusco moves out of range.
Fusco will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#KD2#
Fusco drops Akhmedov with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Akhmedov looks back up at him and smiles so Fusco waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akhmedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fusco counters with a nice low kick that buckles Akhmedov's knee momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Akhmedov. Fusco does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Fusco swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A telegraphed right hand from Akhmedov misses the target.
Fusco tries to clinch but Akhmedov moves out of range.
Akhmedov misses with a hook
and Fusco counters with a huge left! Akhmedov is in big trouble! He's backing up but Fusco isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Akhmedov from any more damage. A dominating finish by Fusco!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rosario Fusco!
Rosario Fusco seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
SyFi 125
Date: Nov 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Lazzyie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lazzyie misses with a takedown attempt - Akhmedov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Akhmedov stuns Lazzyie with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Akhmedov connects with a single shot there.
Lazzyie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Akhmedov scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhmedov connects with a jab.
Akhmedov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Akhmedov connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Lazzyie takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lazzyie shoots in but Akhmedov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lazzyie rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Akhmedov to counter with a crisp jab.
Akhmedov scores with a jab.
Akhmedov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Alfie Lazzyie has been cut.
Akhmedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lazzyie.#ROC2#
Lazzyie is rocked!
Akhmedov drops Lazzyie with a huge uppercut! Lazzyie drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Akhmedov is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
An out of breath Zaurbek Akhmedov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
SyFi 116
Date: Oct 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Limbtwister ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Limbtwister tries to counter with a takedown but Akhmedov is quick to defend against it.
Limbtwister with a poor takedown
letting Akhmedov counter with a right hand.
Akhmedov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Limbtwister's hands.#CUT2#
It looks like Lazerus Limbtwister has been cut.
Limbtwister misses with a lunging right hand
and Akhmedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Limbtwister rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Akhmedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Limbtwister tries to move into range but Akhmedov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Limbtwister misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Akhmedov counter with a right hand.
Akhmedov misses with a hook. Limbtwister ducked under it nicely.
Limbtwister fails to land the takedown.
Akhmedov digs a good hook to Limbtwister's body.
Akhmedov throws a shot from downtown. Limbtwister moves away and avoids it.
Akhmedov lands a nice hook to Limbtwister's body. Limbtwister takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Akhmedov slips a jab from Limbtwister.
Akhmedov leaves Limbtwister with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lazerus Limbtwister. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akhmedov jabs at Limbtwister's body.
Limbtwister slips a jab from Akhmedov.
Limbtwister tries for a takedown but Akhmedov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Limbtwister throws a lazy uppercut
and Akhmedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Akhmedov defending well as Limbtwister loads up on a big left hand.
Limbtwister takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Limbtwister takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Akhmedov lands a nice looking body shot.
Akhmedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Limbtwister.
It seemed like Akhmedov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Limbtwister shoots in for a takedown but Akhmedov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Akhmedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Limbtwister attempts a counter takedown but Akhmedov avoids it well and moves away.
Akhmedov misses with a wild combination.
Limbtwister tries to counter with a takedown but Akhmedov is quick to defend against it.
Akhmedov tries to bum rush Limbtwister with a series of wild strikes but Limbtwister uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Limbtwister on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Limbtwister looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Akhmedov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Akhmedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Limbtwister.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Akhmedov, as that shot connected.
Lazerus Limbtwister seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Limbtwister misses with a takedown
and Akhmedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Akhmedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Akhmedov lands a right hook to the body.
Akhmedov lands a slapping body shot.
Limbtwister looks to land a left hand but Akhmedov moved out of range nicely.
Limbtwister takes a swing at Akhmedov's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Akhmedov misses.
Limbtwister bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Akhmedov lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice shot by Akhmedov.
Akhmedov misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Limbtwister counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Akhmedov is not content to let Limbtwister control the position.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Limbtwister is looking for a kimura but Akhmedov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Limbtwister to get the leverage.
Akhmedov wants to get back to full guard.
Akhmedov is staying active underneath Limbtwister, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Limbtwister is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Akhmedov! #SUB#
Limbtwister is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Akhmedov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Akhmedov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Limbtwister.
Limbtwister wants to control the pace but Akhmedov is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Limbtwister looking to secure an arm triangle but Akhmedov defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaurbek Akhmedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lazerus Limbtwister's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Akhmedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Limbtwister.
Akhmedov lands a nice shot that snaps Limbtwister's head back.
Akhmedov throws a lazy right hand but Limbtwister sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Akhmedov blocks a jab.
A slow jab from Akhmedov misses its intended target.
Akhmedov connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Limbtwister tumbling to the canvas! Akhmedov pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Limbtwister was done - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
After winning the bout, Zaurbek Akhmedov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Lazerus Limbtwister had this to say: 'Ill be back bitches'.
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Event:
SyFi 105
Date: Sep 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Akhmedov misses with a hook.
Woods lands a slapping body shot.
Akhmedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Woods on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Woods connects with a body shot that sends Akhmedov's belly button to the back.
Akhmedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Akhmedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Akhmedov misses with a body punch
and Woods counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Zaurbek Akhmedov has been cut.
We've been informed that Woods has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Akhmedov slips a straight right by Woods.
Akhmedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhmedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD#
Akhmedov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Akhmedov lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Woods looking for a sweep. Not yet Woods, not yet. #T1#
Akhmedov distracts Woods with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Akhmedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Woods's guard.
Akhmedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Woods defending well though.
Akhmedov is trying to control. Woods wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Akhmedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Akhmedov wants to control but Woods is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Woods is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Akhmedov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Woods really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akhmedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Akhmedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Woods defending well though.
Akhmedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Akhmedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Akhmedov in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Akhmedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Woods blocking the ground and pound attempt from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Akhmedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Akhmedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Akhmedov is nestled in close to Woods, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Akhmedov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Akhmedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Akhmedov is looking to take a break and control but Woods is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Akhmedov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Akhmedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Woods wants to improve his position but Akhmedov is controlling well.
Akhmedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Akhmedov controlling the action here.
Akhmedov thows a huge punch but Woods dodges it nicely.
Akhmedov is trying to control. Woods wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Woods has hold of Akhmedov's hands but Akhmedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Woods tries to get to full guard but Akhmedov has control of the leg.
Akhmedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Akhmedov wants to take a breather but Woods is having none of it.
Akhmedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Akhmedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Akhmedov slips a nice elbow through Woods's hands, connecting with Woods's forehead.
Woods wants to get back to full guard.
Woods on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Akhmedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Woods's head.
Akhmedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Woods has hold of Akhmedov's hands but Akhmedov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Akhmedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaurbek Akhmedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zaurbek Akhmedov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Akhmedov loads up on a big right hand but Woods slips the punch.
Akhmedov slips under a jab.
Akhmedov attempts a counter takedown but Woods avoids it well and moves away.
Woods jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Akhmedov misses with a left hand
and Woods counters with a straight right hand.
Zaurbek Akhmedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Woods drops Akhmedov with a naaaaasty hook - Akhmedov is in real trouble here! Woods dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jake Woods!
In his post fight interview, Jake Woods started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
SyFi 96
Date: Aug 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Mikkonen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mikkonen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mikkonen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov misses with an uppercut. Mikkonen saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mikkonen! But no joy.
Mikkonen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Akhmedov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mikkonen.
Mikkonen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Akhmedov counter with a right hand.
Mikkonen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Akhmedov is looking to counter punch.
Mikkonen scores with a three punch combo!
#CUT2#
It looks like Zaurbek Akhmedov has been cut.
Mikkonen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Akhmedov. That did some damage!
Mikkonen throws a poor cross that misses
and Akhmedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mikkonen throws an overhand right that lands on Akhmedov's shoulder, as Akhmedov tries to avoid the shot.
We've been told by Akhmedov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mikkonen misses with an uppercut
and Akhmedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akhmedov scores with a nice strike.
Akhmedov lands with a shot to the body.
Mikkonen cracks Akhmedov's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Akhmedov slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Mikkonen can do further damage! This one is done, son!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Manu Mikkonen!
After the big win, Manu Mikkonen made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 09, 2018 |
#R1#
Kovalenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Akhmedov counters with a right hand to the body.
Kovalenko swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Akhmedov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kovalenko blocks a jab.
Akhmedov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Akhmedov throws a lazy right hand but Kovalenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Akhmedov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nikolai Kovalenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhmedov jabs at Kovalenko's body.
Kovalenko drops his hands momentarily and Akhmedov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kovalenko 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.
Akhmedov lands a nice looking body shot.
Kovalenko looks winded!
Kovalenko gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Akhmedov gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
A victorious Zaurbek Akhmedov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Torcida 42 - Venom Vs Mikkonen
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Lashley has his takedown stuffed
and Akhmedov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've been told by Akhmedov's head coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lashley shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Akhmedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Bobby Lashley has been cut.
Akhmedov cracks Lashley with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Lashley falls to his knees and Akhmedov doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
After winning the bout, Zaurbek Akhmedov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Torcida 38 - Payne Vs Venom
Date: Jun 09, 2018 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov slips a straight right by Knuckles.
Knuckles throws a body shot but no joy.
We've been told by Akhmedov's head coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Knuckles fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmedov manages to avoid it.
Knuckles throws a lazy uppercut
and Akhmedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Bobby Knuckles has been cut.
Knuckles ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Knuckles misses with an uppercut
and Akhmedov counters with a left to the body.
Knuckles misses with a series of wild punches.
Danga de danga de dang - Akhmedov scores with a four punch combination!
Knuckles throws a hook but Akhmedov blocks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Akhmedov misses its target.
Akhmedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sloppy strikes from Akhmedov. Those never looked like landing.
Akhmedov takes a swing at Knuckles's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Akhmedov loads up on a big right hand but Knuckles slips the punch.
Akhmedov misses with an uppercut
and Knuckles counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Akhmedov.
Knuckles looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A cross from Knuckles lands.#CUT2#
It looks like Zaurbek Akhmedov has been cut.
Knuckles misses with a straight left.
Akhmedov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Knuckles counters with a nice uppercut.
Knuckles misses with an uppercut.
A punch combination from Knuckles misses.
Akhmedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Knuckles slips a straight right by Akhmedov.
Jab, jab by Knuckles - just one landing. #ROC2#
Akhmedov is rocked!
Knuckles cracks Akhmedov with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bobby Knuckles!
In his post fight interview, Bobby Knuckles gave a big smile as he said 'I want a rematch with that sissy who beat me!!'.
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Event:
Torcida 35-Payne Vs Akhmedov 2
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Payne swings widly with a right hand
and Akhmedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akhmedov lands a body shot.
#CL#
Payne clinches up with Akhmedov and pushes him back against the cage.
Akhmedov tries to throw a body punch but Payne avoids it by throwing Akhmedov back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Payne.
A short left from Akhmedov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akhmedov.
Payne swings wildly with an uppercut but Akhmedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Payne has a couple of punches blocked by Akhmedov.
Payne misses with a hook to the ribs.
Payne stops a takedown attempt from Akhmedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhmedov blocks an uppercut.
Akhmedov digs a right hand into Payne's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Payne's gas tank.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Payne.
Akhmedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Payne uses good head movement to avoid it.
Payne working aggressively here.
#T1#
Akhmedov tries a body shot but Payne blocks it.
Payne stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Payne stops a takedown attempt from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Payne misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Akhmedov lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Payne.
Payne takes a shot to the head.
Akhmedov works on Payne's body with a couple of short punches.
Payne misses with some punches.
Akhmedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Payne controls his hands.
Payne working aggressively here.
Akhmedov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Akhmedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Payne or not. #T2#
Akhmedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Payne.
Akhmedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Payne prevents it.
Derek Payne has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zaurbek Akhmedov.
Payne has a couple of punches blocked by Akhmedov.
Akhmedov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Akhmedov slowing the pace effectively.
The crowd are getting on Akhmedov's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Payne throws a punch but it's blocked by Akhmedov.
Akhmedov is struggling to control the position.
Akhmedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Akhmedov misses with a body punch.
Payne tries a body shot but Akhmedov blocks it.
Payne scores with a nice hook to the head.
Payne goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Payne throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Akhmedovs head.
Payne lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Akhmedov goes for a takedown attempt but Payne pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Payne thuds a left hand into Akhmedov's body.
Payne scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Akhmedov misses with a hook. Payne ducked under it nicely.
Nice cross by Akhmedov.#CL#
Payne clinches up against the cage.
Akhmedov trying to stall but Payne improves his position.
Payne tries a body shot but Akhmedov blocks it.
Payne blocks an uppercut.
Payne tries to throw a body punch but Akhmedov avoids it by throwing Payne back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Akhmedov.
Payne blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Payne misses with a punch to the body.
Payne is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
Akhmedov takes a shot to the head.
Payne working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Payne lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC#
Akhmedov is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Zaurbek Akhmedov has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Payne is leaning against Akhmedov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Akhmedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Payne finish him?
Payne lands a big right hand that drops Akhmedov! The killer instinct kicks in and Payne finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Payne!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Payne!
Derek Payne retains his heavyweight title!
Derek Payne decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Torcida 29 - Payne Vs Knuckles
Date: May 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Martin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Martin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Akhmedov defends well and Martin ends up having to push Akhmedov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Akhmedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Martin is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Akhmedov misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Martin counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2#
Akhmedov kicks Martin off and gets back to his feet.
Akhmedov lands with an overhand left.
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!
Akhmedov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Martin's head.
Martin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Akhmedov but Akhmedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Akhmedov throws a shot to the body.
Nice cross by Akhmedov.#T1#
A big right from Akhmedov misses.
Martin changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Akhmedov stuffs the takedown attempt from Martin. Martin gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Will Martin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akhmedov scores with a hook.
Martin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Akhmedov's waist but Akhmedov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Martin off to one side.
Akhmedov scores with a body shot.
Martin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Akhmedov connects with a single shot there.
Martin tries to move into range but Akhmedov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Akhmedov lands a jab to Martin's midsection.
Martin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD#
Akhmedov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Martin to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Martin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Martin preventing the sweep. #ES2#
Akhmedov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Martin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Akhmedov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A head punch on the inside from Akhmedov fails to land.
Martin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Akhmedov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Akhmedov misses with some punches.
Akhmedov prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T3##TD#
Martin has clasped his hands together around Akhmedov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES2#
Akhmedov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
A big left from Akhmedov misses.
Martin tries to counter with a takedown but Akhmedov is quick to defend against it.
Zaurbek Akhmedov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Akhmedov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Akhmedov cracks Martin with a good jab.
Martin tries for a takedown but Akhmedov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akhmedov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Akhmedov thuds his right hand into Martin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice uppercut there from Akhmedov.
Martin has been working on his balance at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym (ALL ELITE COACHES), so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Akhmedov.
Akhmedov throws out a loose jab but Martin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Akhmedov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Martin had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
Akhmedov tests Martin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Martin is trying hard to land a takedown here. Akhmedov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Akhmedov misses the jab.
Martin throwing a counter right hand but Akhmedov manages to avoid it.
Akhmedov lands with an uppercut that bounces Martin off the cage and back into range.
Nice defenses there by Martin.
Akhmedov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Akhmedov 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.
Martin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Martin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Zaurbek Akhmedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhmedov throws out a powerful jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaurbek Akhmedov 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#
Martin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Martin on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Akhmedov misses the target.
Martin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Akhmedov throws out a powerful jab.
Akhmedov misses with a hook.
Martin appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Donk. Akhmedov catches Martin right on the button with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhmedov throws a shot from downtown. Martin moves away and avoids it.
Martin wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Martin misses with a takedown attempt - Akhmedov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Martin moves out of range of the strikes.
Martin appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Martin takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice shot by Akhmedov.
Martin fails with a takedown attempt.
Akhmedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Akhmedov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Martin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Akhmedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Will Martin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Martin takes one on the button.
Akhmedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Akhmedov lands a nice shot that snaps Martin's head back.
#T2#
Martin shoots in looking for a takedown but Akhmedov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Martin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Akhmedov scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Martin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Akhmedov on his heels. He'll look to pass Akhmedov's guard now, I'm sure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akhmedov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Martin.
Martin throws a strike but Akhmedov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Akhmedov wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving.
Akhmedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Akhmedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Martin works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Akhmedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Akhmedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Akhmedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Martin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Akhmedov on the ground.
Akhmedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Akhmedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Akhmedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Akhmedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Martin working a defensive guard here.
Akhmedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Martin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Akhmedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Martin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Akhmedov.
Akhmedov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Martin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Akhmedov with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Akhmedov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Martin under the eye.
Akhmedov cracks Martin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Martin with a poor takedown
and Akhmedov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Martin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice cross by Akhmedov.
Akhmedov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akhmedov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Martin's hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaurbek Akhmedov 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#
A lazy left from Akhmedov finds it's target.
Akhmedov connects with a jab.
Akhmedov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#ROC2#
Martin is rocked!
Akhmedov connects with a crisp jab.
Oh Martin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Akhmedov walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Martin drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Akhmedov swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Martin's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
Our winner, Zaurbek Akhmedov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Torcida 23 - Woodsen Vs Greene
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Marwede has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Akhmedov finds it's way round the side to connect with Marwede's head.
Marwede shoots and misses
and Akhmedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marwede throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marwede shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Marwede lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Marwede takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Marwede shoots in looking for a takedown. Akhmedov tries to sprawl out of it but Marwede keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Akhmedov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Akhmedov lands with a shot to the body.
Akhmedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marwede closes the distance looking to clinch
and Akhmedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Akhmedov lands a jab.
Marwede moves away from the strike by Akhmedov.
Marwede doesn't manage to clinch there - Akhmedov circles away.
Akhmedov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Donk. Akhmedov catches Marwede right on the button with a cross.
Akhmedov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Akhmedov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab, jab by Akhmedov - just one landing.
Akhmedov throws out a powerful jab.
Akhmedov connects with a body shot.
Akhmedov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Marwede slips a jab from Akhmedov.
Marwede moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Akhmedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Marwede tries to counter by closing the distance.
Akhmedov lands with a hook. Marwede tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marwede misses with a takedown
and Akhmedov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Zaurbek Akhmedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colton Marwede.
Marwede moves away from the strike by Akhmedov.
Marwede gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Akhmedov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Akhmedov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Marwede looks winded!
Akhmedov cracks Marwede with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Akhmedov.
Marwede shoots and misses
and Akhmedov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Marwede walks into a straight right hand from Akhmedov.#ROC#
Marwede is rocked!
Marwede with a poor takedown
and Akhmedov counters with a straight right hand.
Marwede is still on wobbly legs! Can Akhmedov finish him?
Akhmedov connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Marwede out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
A very excited looking Zaurbek Akhmedov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Torcida 17 - Akhmedov Vs Payne
Date: Mar 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Payne avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Akhmedov connects with a body shot that sends Payne's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Payne clinches.
Payne blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Akhmedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Payne prevents Akhmedov from breaking the clinch.
Akhmedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Akhmedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Payne misses with some punches.
Akhmedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Akhmedov blocking some punches.
Payne lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Payne lands a left hand.
Payne working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Akhmedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Payne backwards.
Payne misses with some punches.
Akhmedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Akhmedov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Payne pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T1#
Akhmedov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Akhmedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akhmedov keeps the fight on the outside.
Akhmedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Payne wants to clinch
and Akhmedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Payne 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.
Akhmedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Zaurbek Akhmedov has been cut.
Akhmedov keeps the fight on the outside.
Akhmedov misses the jab.
Payne tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Payne 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.
Payne tries to clinch but Akhmedov moves away
enabling Akhmedov to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab from Akhmedov misses. #TD#
Akhmedov drives through with a takedown into guard. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akhmedov throwing strikes but missing.
Payne looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Akhmedov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Akhmedov wants to control from the top but Payne keeps moving.
Akhmedov is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at ~T~ Troid - Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Akhmedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Payne has wrist control.
Payne avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Akhmedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Payne works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Akhmedov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Payne pulls Akhmedov in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Akhmedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Payne utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Akhmedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Payne keeping moving, preventing Akhmedov from controlling successfully.
Akhmedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Payne works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Payne can do anything to dispel that myth.
Payne keeping moving, preventing Akhmedov from controlling successfully.
Payne can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Akhmedov controls the pace.
Payne avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Akhmedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Akhmedov with a nice head shot there.
Akhmedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Akhmedov throwing strikes from guard but Payne blocks nicely.
Akhmedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Payne keeping moving, preventing Akhmedov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Payne throws a poor cross that misses
and Akhmedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Payne looks to score with a jab to the body but Akhmedov is just out of range.
Payne wants to clinch but Akhmedov slips to the side
and Akhmedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Payne moves out of range as Akhmedov strikes.
Payne tries to clinch but Akhmedov moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaurbek Akhmedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zaurbek Akhmedov's cut.
That's time! Akhmedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Payne gets a clinch.
Payne swings wildly with an uppercut but Akhmedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Akhmedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Payne uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Payne - that landed with a thud.
Akhmedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Payne goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Akhmedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Payne shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Akhmedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Payne misses with some punches.
Akhmedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhmedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Akhmedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Payne can do to turn this around?
Payne scores with a shot to the side of Akhmedov's head.
Payne tries a body shot but Akhmedov blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Payne.
Good body shot from Payne.
A nice right hand lands inside from Akhmedov. #T1#
Akhmedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Payne prevents the takedown attempt.
Payne misses with a hook to the ribs.
Payne lands a shoulder strike.
Payne throws a head punch that misses.
Payne lands a body shot in the clinch.
Payne scores with a nice hook to the head.
Akhmedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Payne struggles to land a body shot inside as Akhmedov controls his hands.
Payne lands a shoulder strike.
Akhmedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Derek Payne seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Payne fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Payne.
Payne misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Payne. #T2#
Payne misses with some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Akhmedov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Payne lands a shot to the body.
Payne lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Akhmedov backwards. #ROC2#
Akhmedov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Payne dips a shoulder and cracks Akhmedov with a mighty uppercut! Akhmedov falls back against the cage and Payne unloads with a barrage of strikes! Akhmedov is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Payne screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Payne!
Derek Payne is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Derek Payne thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Torcida 11 - Bailey Vs Toa
Date: Feb 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Good shot there by Akhmedov.
Lashley doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Akhmedov counter with a right hand.
Lashley has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Akhmedov counters with a nice right hand that sends Lashley toppling to the canvas! Lashley scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Akhmedov finish him?!#CUT2#
It looks like Bobby Lashley has been cut.
Lashley gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Akhmedov counters with a big right hand! Oh Lashley is in trouble here! Akhmedov follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
During a confident post fight interview, Zaurbek Akhmedov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Torcida 4 - Rotten Vs Venom
Date: Feb 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Kebab moves to clinch but Akhmedov breaks away #KD#
and Akhmedov counters with a big uppercut that knocks Kebab off his feet! Akhmedov dives into side control looking to finish!#ROC#
Kebab is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Remove Kebab has been cut.
Akhmedov lands some shots froms side control.
Kebab is still in real trouble! Can Akhmedov finish him?
Kebab trying to remain calm as Akhmedov controls from the top position.
Kebab is trying to get back to half guard.
Akhmedov cracks Kebab with an elbow. That is naaassty.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Kebab seems to have recovered his senses.
Kebab can't do much from the bottom here.
Akhmedov landing strikes.
Akhmedov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1#
Akhmedov has control of an arm but Kebab manages to advance to Akhmedov's back!
Kebab avoiding Akhmedov 's attempts to control his hands.
Kebab tries to get the hooks in deep but Akhmedov pushed the leg off.
Kebab gets his hands free as Akhmedov looks to control.
Akhmedov trying to get back to his feet but Kebab is in full control for now.
Akhmedov staying busy and making it hard for Kebab to control.
Akhmedov wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
Kebab misses with an elbow to the head.
Akhmedov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Akhmedov rolls, trying to escape but Kebab keeps control of the position.
Akhmedov wants to get back to his feet.
A lull in the action here.
#T3##SUB2#
Kebab looking to break Akhmedov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Akhmedov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Kebab will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kebab looks winded!
A lull in the action here.
Akhmedov is trying to get back to his feet but Kebab has full control of the position and if anything, Akhmedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Kebab is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Akhmedov wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Kebab is persistently looking for the submission but Akhmedov is defending it well.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Kebab's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Kebab not allowing Akhmedov to control his hands.
Kebab keeps control of the position as Akhmedov tries to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Akhmedov trying to control the hands but Kebab won't let him.
Akhmedov can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaurbek Akhmedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Remove Kebab'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.
#R2#
Akhmedov works the jab nicely.
Akhmedov cracks Kebab with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Remove Kebab is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Akhmedov lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Kebab head around and knocks him out cold! Akhmedov hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zaurbek Akhmedov!
A victorious Zaurbek Akhmedov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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