Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DSC STRIKE 9
Date: Jul 28, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Ashimov circles away and keeps his distance.
Magomedov walks into a straight right hand from Ashimov.
Ashimov punishes Magomedov's body with a nice straight punch.
Magomedov misses with a head kick.
Ashimov cracks a nice hook into Magomedov's ribs.
Ashimov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ashimov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick misses from Magomedov.
Ashimov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Halid Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov throws a combination that misses
and Ashimov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomedov moves in looking to clinch but Ashimov pushes him off.
Magomedov has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ashimov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ashimov circles away.
It seemed like Ashimov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice jab there from Ashimov.
Jab by Ashimov.#ROC2#
Magomedov is rocked!#TD#
Magomedov looking to score a takedown here. Ashimov is defending well but Magomedov drives through and ends up in Ashimov's guard.
Oh Magomedov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've been hearing that Magomedov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ashimov has Magomedov pulled in close to control his posture.
Magomedov seems to have got his legs back now.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Ashimov keeps moving. #T2#
Ashimov is pulling down on Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ashimov 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.#ES2#
Ashimov pushes Magomedov off and scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Ashimov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ashimov continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Halid Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Magomedov forces Ashimov back against the cage and clinches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Magomedov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ashimov lands a left hand.
Ashimov tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Ashimov back against the cage.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Ashimov scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Ashimov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov looks to throw a body kick
and Ashimov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice body punch from Ashimov.
Ashimov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Magomedov has time to react.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Ashimov counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Ashimov circles away easily
and Ashimov scores with a counter punch that sends Magomedov to the canvas! Ashimov smells blood - he's punishing Magomedov with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Magomedov has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Temirlan Ashimov!
After winning the bout, Temirlan Ashimov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DSC STRIKE 6
Date: Jul 08, 2018

#R1##CL#
Silfversvanz clinches with his opponent.
Magomedov taking a breather.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Silfversvanz.
Silfversvanz lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards. #TD2#
Magomedov lands a takedown into guard.
Silfversvanz 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#
Magomedov is pressing down on Silfversvanz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Magomedov trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Magomedov pushes a forearm under Silfversvanz's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Silfversvanz is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Halid Magomedov!

Event: DSC STRIKE 3
Date: Jun 16, 2018

#R1##TD#
Reljic shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Magomedov's guard.
Magomedov working a defensive guard but Reljic passes into half guard.
Reljic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Well, if Reljic 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.
Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Reljic is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Reljic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reljic wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is defending well.
Reljic slows the pace down in half guard. #T1#
Magomedov trying to hold on to Reljic's head to control him but Reljic postures up.
Reljic trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Reljic wants to work for an arm triangle but Magomedov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Reljic prevents Magomedov from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SU#
Reljic stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Magomedov to get to his feet.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Magomedov 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.#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Reljic napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Reljic throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Reljic swinging wildly here.
Reljic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Reljic sprawls well.
Magomedov lands a front kick.#T3#
Magomedov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Reljic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
As Magomedov tries to get set, Reljic tries to push him back and clinch up but Magomedov manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Reljic wants to break free but Magomedov has control. #TD#
Reljic successfully pulls guard.
Reljic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov prevents Reljic from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Magomedov stays in close to Reljic's body and controls the position.
Reljic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Magomedov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Magomedov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Magomedov controls Reljic momentarily but Reljic frees himself.
Magomedov working a defensive guard but Reljic manages to pass into side control anyway.
Magomedov avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Reljic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kamil Reljic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Reljic shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Magomedov wants to hit a switch here but Reljic passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Magomedov there! #SUB#
Reljic has control of Magomedov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Magomedov regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Reljic is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Magomedov is surviving well by controlling Reljic's body position as best he can.
Kamil Reljic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Reljic's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Magomedov tries to lock up and control but Reljic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Magomedov tries to improve his position but Reljic has taken his back! Reljic has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Magomedov tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Reljic pushes Magomedov away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kamil Reljic!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Venemies looking to score a takedown here. Magomedov is defending well but Venemies drives through and ends up in Magomedov's guard.
Venemies trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov working a defensive guard here.
Venemies is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Venemies drops back looking for a leg! Magomedov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Magomedov manages to kick Venemies off! Venemies jumps back into Magomedov's guard.
Venemies is pushing down on Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Venemies has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Venemies is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Venemies is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Venemies is trying for a kimura here. Magomedov looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Venemies wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lalli Venemies!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 23, 2018

#R1#
Ibragim Magomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Ibragim Magomedov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Ibragim Magomedov tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov tightening his grip on Ibragim Magomedov, looking for the choke.
Halid Magomedov keeps control of the position easily here as Ibragim Magomedov tries to buck him off.
Halid Magomedov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to escape the position. #T1#
Halid Magomedov is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Halid Magomedov is not going to allow Ibragim Magomedov to sit and survive in this position.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov looks winded!
Halid Magomedov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control the action but Halid Magomedov just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
What can Ibragim Magomedov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Halid Magomedov is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Ibragim Magomedov up. #T2#
Halid Magomedov scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a way out.
Halid Magomedov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Ibragim Magomedov is covering up but some of the strikes from Halid Magomedov are getting through and doing damage.
Halid Magomedov cracks Ibragim Magomedov with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Ibragim Magomedov from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Ibragim Magomedov is really stuck here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Halid Magomedov controlling the positon.#SUB#
Ibragim Magomedov 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 Halid Magomedov gets his way!
Halid Magomedov connects with a big shot to the side of Ibragim Magomedov's head. #T3#
Halid Magomedov has the hooks in. Ibragim Magomedov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Halid Magomedov not allowing Ibragim Magomedov to control his hands.
Ibragim Magomedov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Halid Magomedov.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ibragim Magomedov can't escape the position.
Halid Magomedov looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Halid Magomedov lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Halid Magomedov controls the position.
Halid Magomedov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ibragim Magomedov for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ibragim Magomedov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to get back to his feet but Halid Magomedov is in full control for now. #T4##SUB#
Halid Magomedov is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ibragim Magomedov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov looking for the RNC.
Halid Magomedov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ibragim Magomedov's body.
Halid Magomedov is not going to allow Ibragim Magomedov to sit and survive in this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halid Magomedov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Ibragim Magomedov doesn't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov 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##TD#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Ibragim Magomedov breaks Halid Magomedov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ibragim Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Halid Magomedov wants to stand and escape but Ibragim Magomedov is having none of it.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control but Halid Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ibragim Magomedov is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Halid Magomedov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ibragim Magomedov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Halid Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ibragim Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ibragim Magomedov being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov looking for a triangle here. Ibragim Magomedov is fighting it but it looks tight! Halid Magomedov pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Ibragim Magomedov is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 20, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Boranbayev sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Boranbayev avoids it really well and circles away.
Boranbayev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Zhasulan Boranbayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Halid Magomedov.#TD#
Boranbayev looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Magomedov!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boranbayev's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boranbayev takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov trying to hold on to Boranbayev's head to control him but Boranbayev postures up.
Boranbayev wants to stand but Magomedov has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T1#
Magomedov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boranbayev throws a big right hand that misses.
Boranbayev trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Magomedov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Boranbayev is keeping the position.
Boranbayev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boranbayev keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T2#
Magomedov is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Boranbayev is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Magomedov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Boranbayev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boranbayev keeps working.
Boranbayev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.#T3#
Boranbayev is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boranbayev avoid being mounted?
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Magomedov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Boranbayev controls his leg. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boranbayev pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Magomedov shoots for a takedown but Boranbayev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Boranbayev wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#TD2#
Magomedov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Boranbayev to the ground. Magomedov is now in Boranbayev's guard.
Magomedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Magomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Boranbayev is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
Magomedov wanted to stand there but Boranbayev had control of the position.
Magomedov cracks Boranbayev with a solid left hand.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Boranbayev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boranbayev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Boranbayev working for a triangle but Magomedov defends it easily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Boranbayev has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Boranbayev shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Magomedov is trying to defend but Boranbayev finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Boranbayev tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Boranbayev stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boranbayev looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1#
Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.
Magomedov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Boranbayev pushes his legs off easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Boranbayev accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Boranbayev is controlling him.
Boranbayev won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Boranbayev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Magomedov pulls Boranbayev in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Magomedov is defended easily by Boranbayev.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.#TD#
Boranbayev looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Boranbayev missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Boranbayev throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Magomedov to regain full guard.
Magomedov has his hands on Boranbayev's head, controlling the position.
Boranbayev trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boranbayev's guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Boranbayev keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boranbayev keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass. #SUB2#
Magomedov drops back looking for a leg! Boranbayev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Boranbayev manages to kick Magomedov off! Magomedov jumps back into Boranbayev's guard.
Magomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Zhasulan Boranbayev will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Magomedov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magomedov fails with the takedown.
Boranbayev wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#TD#
Boranbayev drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov has his foot on Boranbayev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boranbayev works his way back into a safe position though.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boranbayev is stalling in the full guard.
Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Boranbayev accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boranbayev throwing strikes from guard but Magomedov blocks nicely. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Boranbayev fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Magomedov to the ground. Boranbayev is now in Magomedov's guard.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Boranbayev controlling him for the moment.
Boranbayev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magomedov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Boranbayev throws a big right hand that misses.
Magomedov controls Boranbayev momentarily but Boranbayev frees himself.
Boranbayev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boranbayev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magomedov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Boranbayev stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Magomedov misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Magomedov with a poor takedown
and Boranbayev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boranbayev lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Boranbayev tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD#
Boranbayev shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Boranbayev showed some decent athleticism there.
Magomedov trying to hold on to Boranbayev's head to control him but Boranbayev postures up.
Boranbayev thows a huge punch but Magomedov dodges it nicely.
Boranbayev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Boranbayev throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Magomedov to regain full guard. #T4##SUB2#
Magomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boranbayev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boranbayev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Magomedov being controlled here, momentarily.
Boranbayev won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Boranbayev defends easily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Zhasulan Boranbayev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Boranbayev accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zhasulan Boranbayev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boranbayev has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zhasulan Boranbayev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Left hook, right uppercut from Magomedov. #CL#
Stroev clinches up against the cage.
Magomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Stroev prevents it.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch but Stroev improves position.
Magomedov is trying to force a seperation but Stroev has the dominant position.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks from the clinch.
Stroev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch. #CL#
Stroev moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Stroev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A nice combination there by Stroev.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.#T1#
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Stroev controls his hands.
Stroev misses with an elbow strike. #BC2#
Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Stroev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedov somewhat.
Magomedov fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Stroev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Stroev stuns Magomedov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Stroev has taken the fight to the clinch.
Magomedov has had enough of the clinch but Stroev keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov looks to clinch
and Stroev counters with a two punch combo.
Magomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Stroev gets double underhooks and turns Magomedov into the cage.
Victor Stroev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Halid Magomedov.
Stroev connects with a looping right hand. #ROC#
Magomedov is rocked!#T2##TD#
Stroev scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Magomedov is still in real trouble! Can Stroev finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov is looking to control Stroev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Magomedov avoid being mounted?
Magomedov seems to have recovered his senses.
Stroev with the ground and pound but Magomedov uses the opportunity to regain guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stroev controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Magomedov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Stroev wants to stand and escape but instead Magomedov has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Stroev is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Magomedov dives into side control. #T4#
Magomedov trying to control the position but Stroev is working away.
Magomedov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Stroev is working from the bottom.
Magomedov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Stroev will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
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 Victor Stroev will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Magomedov needs to keep his hands up - Stroev had a free shot at his head there.
Victor Stroev is winning the standup battle so far.#TD#
Stroev gets a takedown into half guard.
Magomedov is pressing down on Stroev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Magomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stroev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Stroev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov looking to control. #T1#
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Magomedov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Stroev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stroev has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Stroev stays in close to Magomedov's body and controls the position.
Magomedov looking to control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Stroev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stroev shoots in but Magomedov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Stroev sets himself, and Magomedov steps forward looking for the clinch! Stroev avoids it this time.
Magomedov throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Stroev counters by clinching up. #T2##TD#
Stroev gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Stroev trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Stroev is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Stroev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stroev has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Magomedov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Stroev keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Magomedov's head.#T3#
Stroev looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stroev trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Stroev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stroev has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Magomedov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stroev tries to clinch up.
Magomedov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Stroev decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Stroev seems content to control.#T4#
Stroev stalling away here and it's allowed Magomedov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Stroev landing some decent shots from guard.
Stroev content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Magomedov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Magomedov trying to control the action but Stroev is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stroev controlling the position for now.
Magomedov content to control rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Stroev dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Stroev is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Stroev circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
letting Stroev counter with a right hand.
Stroev tries to clinch up#TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Stroev!
Stroev looking for a sweep but Magomedov has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Stroev is squirming around, avoiding Magomedov's attempts to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stroev is looking to improve his position but Magomedov isn't that keen on the idea.
Magomedov landing strikes, looking to finish! #T1#
Magomedov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Magomedov lands a big shot there that rocks Stroev but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Magomedov is looking to stand but Stroev has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Magomedov punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Stroev has managed to escape the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Magomedov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Stroev is surviving well by controlling Magomedov's body position as best he can.
Magomedov trying to control but Stroev is having none of it. #T2#
Stroev can't escape the position.
Stroev tries to hold on but Magomedov pushes him away.
Magomedov tries to control but Stroev wriggling away. #SUB2#
Magomedov is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Stroev can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Magomedov wants to control the pace but Stroev is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Magomedov won't let Stroev get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Magomedov landing punches.
Magomedov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Magomedov wants to control the pace but Stroev is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Magomedov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T4#
Magomedov avoids the attempt from Stroev to control.
Magomedov throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Magomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Stroev is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stroev is looking to improve his position but Magomedov isn't that keen on the idea.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Stroev 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Stroev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 02, 2018

#R1#
Foote lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Foote moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Magomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Foote! But no joy.
Magomedov throws a jab when Foote was well out of range.
Magomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Foote connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magomedov scrambles back to his feet.
Magomedov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Foote looks to land a combination. Magomedov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Foote sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Foote bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Magomedov's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Foote circles away and keeps his distance.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Foote swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Foote, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Foote against the cage but Foote circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Halid Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Foote lands with a hook. Magomedov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magomedov misses with the combination.
Foote lands with an overhand left.
A left lands for Foote.#T1#
Magomedov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Foote to score with a decent uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Foote.
Magomedov ducks right into an uppercut from Foote.
Foote cracks Magomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Magomedov wants to clinch
and Foote counters with a nice uppercut.
Foote 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.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Foote manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nice body punch from Foote.
Foote's corner calls for a 1-2. Foote obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice cross by Foote.
Foote blocks the body kick.
Magomedov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Magomedov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Magomedov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Foote's half guard.#SUB2#
Foote is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Magomedov is tapping! Great win for Foote!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shelby Foote!
A victorious Shelby Foote thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 25, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD#
Boranbayev drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boranbayev won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is looking to stand up but Boranbayev isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Magomedov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boranbayev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Boranbayev counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Boranbayev postures up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Magomedov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Boranbayev keeps moving. #T2#
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boranbayev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov is pushing down on Boranbayev's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boranbayev is fighting to maintain full guard but Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Magomedov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boranbayev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boranbayev is trying to stand.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Boranbayev is working away.
Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Boranbayev tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Boranbayev looking for submissions off his back.
Magomedov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boranbayev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov looks to land a left hand but Boranbayev moved out of range nicely.
Magomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boranbayev manages to avoid it.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Boranbayev decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T4#
Magomedov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boranbayev's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Boranbayev doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Boranbayev manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boranbayev throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boranbayev trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Boranbayev tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Halid Magomedov 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#
Magomedov shoots in but Boranbayev avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Boranbayev clinches with his opponent.
Magomedov looking for a takedown.
Magomedov stops a takedown attempt from Boranbayev.
A frustrated look appears on Boranbayev's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Boranbayev managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Zhasulan Boranbayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Halid Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov jumps guard but Boranbayev turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Boranbayev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Boranbayev drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Magomedov tries to clinch but Boranbayev moves out of range.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Boranbayev keeps it at a distance.
Boranbayev lands a body shot.
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Boranbayev avoids it really well and circles away.
Boranbayev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Magomedov.
Boranbayev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Magomedov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boranbayev defends it well.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Boranbayev defends it nicely.#T2#
Boranbayev scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#TD#
Boranbayev shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Magomedov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Zhasulan Boranbayev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boranbayev is looking to work some ground and pound but Magomedov has wrist control.
Boranbayev throwing strikes but missing.
Boranbayev with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boranbayev's guard. #REVB#
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Boranbayev keeps moving.
Magomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Magomedov trying to control but Boranbayev is working from the bottom.
Boranbayev is controlling Magomedov's posture.
Boranbayev is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Boranbayev keeps moving.
Magomedov cracks Boranbayev with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Boranbayev has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magomedov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Magomedov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Magomedov is defended easily by Boranbayev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Zhasulan Boranbayev dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD#
Boranbayev scores with a takedown into Magomedov's guard.
Boranbayev won't allow Magomedov to get back to his feet.
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boranbayev in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is trying to keep Boranbayev in close.
Magomedov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T1##SUB2#
Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boranbayev gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boranbayev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Boranbayev stays in close to Magomedov's body and controls the position.
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boranbayev's guard. #REVB#
Magomedov distracts Boranbayev with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Boranbayev keeps moving.
Magomedov wants to stand but Boranbayev is controlling his posture from full guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov trying to control but Boranbayev is working from the bottom.
Magomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Boranbayev's head.
Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Boranbayev's brow.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Boranbayev is trying to stand. #T3#
Magomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boranbayev controlling the position well. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Magomedov showed some decent athleticism there.
Ground and pound from Magomedov.
Boranbayev wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Magomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boranbayev's head.
Boranbayev is trying to stand back up but Magomedov is controlling him
Boranbayev is looking to improve his position.
Boranbayev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Boranbayev tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Magomedov 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 20, 2018

#R1##TD#
Boranbayev changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Magomedov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Magomedov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Magomedov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Magomedov is looking to escape.
Magomedov is controlling Boranbayev's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Magomedov is looking to control Boranbayev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Magomedov avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T1##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Boranbayev feints and as Magomedov raises his hands in defense, Boranbayev changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES2#
Magomedov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Boranbayev is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Boranbayev holds him up against the cage and eventually Magomedov drops back down to his feet.
The referee calls for Magomedov to work.
Magomedov looks winded!
Magomedov stalling the fight.
Magomedov continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Magomedov has Boranbayev pressed against the cage. #T2#
Magomedov tries a body shot but Boranbayev blocks it.
Boranbayev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Boranbayev can't get the takedown.
Boranbayev tries to break free but Magomedov pushes him back against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Boranbayev is defending well for now.#BC2#
Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov throws a leg kick
and Boranbayev counters with a three punch combo that has Magomedov backing up. Magomedov nods at Boranbayev to acknowledge the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Boranbayev tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Boranbayev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomedov.
Boranbayev doesn't manage to clinch there - Magomedov circles away.
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Boranbayev sprawls well.#TD#
Boranbayev looking to score a takedown here. Magomedov is defending well but Boranbayev drives through and ends up in Magomedov's guard.
Boranbayev stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
Boranbayev's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magomedov working a defensive guard here. #T4#
Boranbayev postures up and lands a big shot to Magomedov's brow.
Magomedov controls Boranbayev momentarily but Boranbayev frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boranbayev throws a head kick that misses.
Boranbayev wants to clinch.
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 Zhasulan Boranbayev 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#
Boranbayev blocks a head kick by Magomedov. #TD#
Boranbayev drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Magomedov pulls Boranbayev in close to prevent any damage.
Magomedov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Boranbayev defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands an upkick as Boranbayev stands over him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boranbayev won't allow Magomedov to get back to his feet.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Boranbayev tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Boranbayev closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Magomedov wants to control but Boranbayev postures up.
Boranbayev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.
Boranbayev working the head and body with strikes.
Boranbayev slows the pace down.
Magomedov wants to control but Boranbayev postures up.#T2#
Magomedov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Boranbayev has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Boranbayev wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working.
Boranbayev working away.
Magomedov is pushing Boranbayev's head away, looking to escape. Boranbayev manages to hold on to the position though.
Magomedov prevents Boranbayev from improving position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boranbayev goes for a double leg but Magomedov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Magomedov continues to drive forward.
Magomedov thows a leg kick but Boranbayev checks it
letting Boranbayev counter with a right hand.
Boranbayev scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Boranbayev tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magomedov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Magomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD#
Boranbayev gets the takedown into side control.
Boranbayev is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Magomedov sneaks back into half guard.
Magomedov pushes Boranbayev off looking to stand but Boranbayev dives back in and keeps control.
Boranbayev is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Magomedov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Magomedov pushes Boranbayev off looking to stand but Boranbayev dives back in and keeps control.
Boranbayev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Boranbayev feints and as Magomedov raises his hands in defense, Boranbayev changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boranbayev prevents Magomedov from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Boranbayev defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Zhasulan Boranbayev dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Boranbayev gets a double leg takedown into Magomedov's guard.
Boranbayev wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Boranbayev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Boranbayev controlling from the top position.
Boranbayev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Magomedov pushes Boranbayev up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Boranbayev as he jumps to the side. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Left hook, right uppercut from Boranbayev. #TD#
Boranbayev closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Magomedov quickly recovers to half guard.
Magomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Boranbayev.
Magomedov tries to kick Boranbayev off but Boranbayev keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Magomedov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Boranbayev.
Magomedov trying to hold on to Boranbayev's head to control him but Boranbayev postures up.
Boranbayev is controlling the pace.
Magomedov keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3#
Magomedov is looking to improve his position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boranbayev closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Boranbayev circles away and keeps his distance.
Boranbayev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Magomedov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Boranbayev counters with a takedown into side control. #T4#
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
Boranbayev trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
Boranbayev misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Magomedov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Magomedov is concentrating on defense, preventing Boranbayev from advancing position.
Halid Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Zhasulan Boranbayev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zhasulan Boranbayev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boranbayev, 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zhasulan Boranbayev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2018

#R1#
Magomedrasulov throws a front kick aimed at Magomedov's knee but Magomedov avoids it well.
Magomedrasulov is looking to clinch.
Magomedov is looking for a counter combo.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Magomedrasulov misses with a head kick.
Magomedov throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Magomedrasulov counters with a shoot takedown. Magomedov fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Magomedov trying to control the position.
Magomedrasulov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Magomedrasulov defends well.#T1##SUB#
Magomedov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Magomedrasulov has passed into half guard!
Magomedrasulov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Magomedrasulov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Magomedrasulov 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.
Magomedrasulov is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.#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.
Magomedrasulov is taking a breather. Magomedov 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.
Magomedrasulov looks to land a strike but Magomedov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Magomedrasulov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magomedrasulov is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedrasulov stops Magomedov from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedrasulov misses with a series of wild punches.
Magomedrasulov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedrasulov scores with a body shot.
Magomedrasulov keeps the fight on the outside.#T4##TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Magomedrasulov wants to stand back up but Magomedov manages to pass into side control.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Magomedrasulov is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedrasulov is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Magomedrasulov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Magomedrasulov fails with the takedown.
Magomedrasulov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Magomedov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedrasulov somewhat.
Magomedrasulov with a poor takedown #CL#
and Magomedov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Halid Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magomed Magomedrasulov.
Magomedrasulov tries to pull guard but Magomedov won't allow it.
Magomedov stalls.
Come on Magomedov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedrasulov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage.
Magomedrasulov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov stalling. #T1#
Magomedrasulov is trying to push Magomedov away but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Magomedov has hold of one of Magomedrasulov's legs. Magomedrasulov is fighting the takedown attempt but Magomedov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Magomedrasulov has Magomedov pulled in close to control his posture.
Magomedov trying to control but Magomedrasulov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov 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.
Magomed Magomedrasulov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Magomedov with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Magomedov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Magomedrasulov's guard.
Magomedrasulov trying to control the position.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Magomedrasulov keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Magomedov keeps the fight on the outside.
Magomedov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Magomedrasulov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magomedov attempts a counter takedown but Magomedrasulov avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Magomedov instigates a clinch. #TD#
Magomedov jumps guard and drags Magomedrasulov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Magomedrasulov working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Magomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Magomedrasulov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedrasulov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Magomedov wants to stand but Magomedrasulov is controlling his posture from full guard.
Magomedov trying to control but Magomedrasulov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Magomedrasulov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Magomedrasulov keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedrasulov trying to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedrasulov is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedrasulov stuffs the takedown.
Magomedrasulov fails with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Magomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Magomedrasulov, which made it look bad.
Magomedrasulov stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Halid Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedrasulov tries to clinch up but Magomedov circles away and keeps his distance.
Magomedrasulov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Magomedrasulov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Magomedrasulov showed some decent athleticism there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Magomedrasulov lands a nice short elbow.#T1#
Magomedrasulov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Magomedov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Magomedrasulov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Magomedrasulov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Magomedov is staying active underneath Magomedrasulov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Magomedov is trying to stand up here but Magomedrasulov is controlling him well.
Magomedrasulov drops an elbow to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedrasulov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Magomedrasulov is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedov punching from the bottom.
Magomedrasulov trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##CL#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Magomedrasulov, pushing him back against the cage.
Magomedrasulov tries to pull guard but Magomedov won't allow it. #BC#
Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedrasulov has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Magomedov clinches up with Magomedrasulov and pushes him back against the cage.
Magomedrasulov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Magomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Magomedrasulov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T4#
Magomedrasulov is trying to break the clinch but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Magomedrasulov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Magomedov trying to strike off his back. #SUB#
Magomedov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Magomedrasulov stacks Magomedov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Magomedrasulov!
Magomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Magomedrasulov keeps moving and retains side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedrasulov happy to just control the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magomed Magomedrasulov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Magomedrasulov 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomed Magomedrasulov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1##CL#
Halid Magomedov has managed to clinch.
Ibragim Magomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Halid Magomedov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Halid Magomedov throws a leg kick but Ibragim Magomedov moved away.#TD#
Halid Magomedov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Halid Magomedov is staying tight to Ibragim Magomedov's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Halid Magomedov lands some shots froms side control.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the action but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Ibragim Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov slows the pace down. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov is pushing Halid Magomedov's head away, looking to escape. Halid Magomedov manages to hold on to the position though.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the position but Ibragim Magomedov is working away. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ibragim Magomedov, who protects the arm well.
Ibragim Magomedov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Halid Magomedov off and has taken his back!
Halid Magomedov breaks Ibragim Magomedov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Halid Magomedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Halid Magomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ibragim Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ibragim Magomedov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Ibragim Magomedov wants to stand but Halid Magomedov is controlling his posture from full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Halid Magomedov keeping full guard, as Ibragim Magomedov tries to pass.
Halid Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ibragim Magomedov is controlling him.
Halid Magomedov pulls Ibragim Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Halid Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Halid Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control from the top but Halid Magomedov keeps moving.
Halid Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ibragim Magomedov is one step ahead there.
Halid Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Halid Magomedov is pulling down on Ibragim Magomedov's head. It's preventing any offense from Ibragim Magomedov, at least for the moment.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Halid Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Halid Magomedov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Halid Magomedov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ibragim Magomedovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Halid Magomedov showed some decent athleticism there.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halid Magomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Ibragim Magomedov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Halid Magomedov is looking to land body kicks.#CL#
Halid Magomedov forces Ibragim Magomedov back against the cage and clinches.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Halid Magomedov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Halid Magomedov has Ibragim Magomedov pressed against the cage, preventing Ibragim Magomedov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ibragim Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Halid Magomedov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Halid Magomedov has closed the distance and engaged Ibragim Magomedov in a clinch. #BC#
Halid Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A nice combination there by Ibragim Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Halid Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ibragim Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Ibragim Magomedov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Halid Magomedov walks away with a smile on his face. Ibragim Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Halid Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibragim Magomedov.
Ibragim Magomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Halid Magomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Halid Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping the position.
Halid Magomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov is wriggling around but Halid Magomedov manages to pass to half guard.
Halid Magomedov is taking a breather. Ibragim Magomedov 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.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to stand up here but Halid Magomedov is controlling him well.
Halid Magomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Halid Magomedov prevents Ibragim Magomedov from standing back up.
Halid Magomedov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control but Halid Magomedov manages to pass to mount!
Halid Magomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Halid Magomedov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Ibragim Magomedov's face.
Halid Magomedov controlling from mount.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to reverse the position but Halid Magomedov maintains control.
You get the feeling that Ibragim Magomedov really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Halid Magomedov with good strikes from the mount here!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ibragim Magomedov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Halid Magomedov working Ibragim Magomedov over with strikes here. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Halid Magomedov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Halid Magomedov lands a heavy elbow. #SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up from mount. Strange move.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Halid Magomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Halid Magomedov slows the pace down in half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
Halid Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Halid Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Halid Magomedov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SU#
Halid Magomedov gets to his feet - Ibragim Magomedov follows without any prompting.
Ibragim Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick
and Halid Magomedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Halid Magomedov throws a sloppy head kick and Ibragim Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Ibragim Magomedov throws a push kick but Halid Magomedov slaps the foot to one side. #TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Halid Magomedov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ibragim Magomedov working a defensive guard but Halid Magomedov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Ibragim Magomedov 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.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Halid Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Ibragim Magomedov defends the submission attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SU#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand and escape the position.
Halid Magomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1##TD#
Halid Magomedov 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.
Halid Magomedov 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. #SU#
Halid Magomedov stands and steps away. Ibragim Magomedov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Halid Magomedov stuffs the takedown.
Halid Magomedov is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Halid Magomedov rushes Ibragim Magomedov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ibragim Magomedov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Halid Magomedov is pressed up against the cage. Ibragim Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Halid Magomedov down to the mat. Halid Magomedov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ibragim Magomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Halid Magomedov tries to avoid it but Ibragim Magomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Halid Magomedov to the ground. Halid Magomedov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Halid Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibragim Magomedov.#T2##TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Halid Magomedov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Halid Magomedov in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ibragim Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Halid Magomedov wants to control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Halid Magomedov slows the pace down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#T3#
Ibragim Magomedov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Halid Magomedov grinds an elbow into Ibragim Magomedov's temple.
Ibragim Magomedov sneaks back into half guard.
Halid Magomedov slows the pace down in half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Halid Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Well, if Halid Magomedov 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.
Halid Magomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ibragim Magomedov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC#
Ibragim Magomedov is rocked!
Halid Magomedov lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Ibragim Magomedov quite badly. Ibragim Magomedov pulls Halid Magomedov in close trying to recover. Halid Magomedov postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Ibragim Magomedov on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Ibragim Magomedov doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 11, 2018

#R1#
Khaibulaev tries for a takedown but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Magomedov 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.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Khaibulaev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Khaibulaev doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Khaibulaev is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Khaibulaev has his foot on Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khaibulaev wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Khaibulaev keeps moving. #T1#
Khaibulaev is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Khaibulaev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Magomedov trying to control but Khaibulaev is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Khaibulaev wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD#
Magomedov gets caught flat footed, as Khaibulaev shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Khaibulaev from controlling successfully.
Khaibulaev advances position into side control!
Khaibulaev content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Magomedov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Khaibulaev wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Magomedov is not content to let Khaibulaev control the position.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here.
Khaibulaev sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Magomedov is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Khaibulaev politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Khaibulaev prefers to stall for the moment though.
Khaibulaev'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 decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Khaibulaev counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Khaibulaev sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Magomedov clinches up against the cage.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Khaibulaev throws knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Khaibulaev 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#
Magomedov throws a body kick that misses.
Magomedov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Magomedov wants it to stay on the feet.
Khaibulaev is looking to clinch.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Khaibulaev keeps it at a distance.
Khaibulaev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Magomedov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Khaibulaev darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Khaibulaev is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Khaibulaev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Khaibulaev sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Magomedov defending well though.
Khaibulaev is keen to just control but Magomedov is a slippery customer.
Magomedov is looking to control Khaibulaev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Magomedov avoid being mounted?
Khaibulaev is keen to just control but Magomedov is a slippery customer.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position.
Khaibulaev controlling the pace. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Khaibulaev tries for a takedown but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomed Khaibulaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov wants to clinch#TD#
and Khaibulaev counters with a takedown into side control.
Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet here but Khaibulaev is keeping cool and he's managed to take Magomedov's back.#SUB#
Magomedov preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Khaibulaev. #T3#
Khaibulaev controlling the position well here. Magomedov rolled but Khaibulaev kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Magomedov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Khaibulaev's guard. Nice work there by Magomedov.
Khaibulaev lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Khaibulaev sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magomedov's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov trying to control but Khaibulaev postures up. #T4#
Nice strikes from Khaibulaev there. #SUB#
Khaibulaev is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Magomedov defends it well.
Khaibulaev with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Khaibulaev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Magomedov gets back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Khaibulaev postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Khaibulaev dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Magomedov.
Nice takedown defense from Magomedov. No joy for Khaibulaev on that attempt.
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Magomedov sprawls well. Magomedov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Khaibulaev gets slowly back to his feet.
Khaibulaev circles away from the clinch attempt
and Khaibulaev counters with a three punch combo that has Magomedov backing up. Magomedov nods at Khaibulaev to acknowledge the strikes.
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Magomedov sprawls well. Magomedov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Khaibulaev gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomed Khaibulaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Khaibulaev with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Khaibulaev shoots for a takedown but Magomedov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Magomedov unleashes a big counter combination but Khaibulaev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Khaibulaev back into the cage.#BC2#
Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Khaibulaev gets tackled into the cage by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
Khaibulaev tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Magomedov smiles and moves away.
Khaibulaev darts in looking for a takedown but Magomedov gets double underhooks and turns Khaibulaev into the cage.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Khaibulaev sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedov but Magomedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Halid Magomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Khaibulaev gets tackled into the cage by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch. #T2##BC2#
Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown but Magomedov shows good takedown defense.
Khaibulaev gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Magomedov counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Khaibulaev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Magomedov dives in and grabs Khaibulaev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Khaibulaev pushes down on Magomedov's head and hops out.
Khaibulaev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Khaibulaev lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CL2#
Magomedov takes the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T3#
Magomedov stalls.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Khaibulaev turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Magomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Khaibulaev has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Magomedov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Khaibulaev wants to take the fight to the mat but Magomedov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Magomedov has managed to clinch.
Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Khaibulaev avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Khaibulaev works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #T4#
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Khaibulaev won't allow Magomedov to get back to his feet.
Khaibulaev tries to stand but Magomedov is controlling from the bottom.
Khaibulaev trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Khaibulaev showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Khaibulaev 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomed Khaibulaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov thuds a left hand into Khaibulaev's body.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Khaibulaev sprawls well. Khaibulaev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Khaibulaev fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Magomedov wants to counter the offense by Khaibulaev and move into the clinch position.#TD#
Khaibulaev shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Magomedov's guard.
Khaibulaev is standing up over Magomedov. Magomedov looks to escape but Khaibulaev dives into side control. #REVB#
Khaibulaev throwing shots but missing, from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov wants to control but Khaibulaev postures up.
Khaibulaev staying calm.
Magomedov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T1#
Khaibulaev lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Magomedov down.
Khaibulaev 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.
Magomedov tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Khaibulaev presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Khaibulaev controlling the position easily from mount.
Khaibulaev sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Khaibulaev lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T2#
Khaibulaev looking to control but Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Magomedov is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Khaibulaev working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Magomedov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Magomedov preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Khaibulaev is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Khaibulaev throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Magomedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Khaibulaev looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magomedov is one step ahead there.
Khaibulaev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Khaibulaev has his hands on Magomedov's head, controlling the position.
Khaibulaev keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Khaibulaev seems keen to control Magomedov's posture.
Magomedov wants to get up but he can't break Khaibulaev's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Khaibulaev.
Khaibulaev has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Magomedov has passed into side control.
You can see the frustration on Khaibulaev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov working the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Khaibulaev 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##CL#
Khaibulaev darts in and clinches Magomedov up against the cage.
Khaibulaev manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Khaibulaev tries to pull guard but Magomedov holds him up against the cage and eventually Khaibulaev drops back down to his feet.
Khaibulaev is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Khaibulaev is trying to force a seperation but Magomedov has the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khaibulaev tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Khaibulaev jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Magomedov walks away with a smile on his face. Khaibulaev gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomed Khaibulaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magomedov as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Magomedov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Khaibulaev.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL#
Khaibulaev has taken the fight to the clinch.
Khaibulaev is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magomedov to keep the fight standing.
Magomedov jumps guard but Khaibulaev turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2#
Magomedov manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Khaibulaev pushes Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
Khaibulaev on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks from the clinch.
Magomedov is looking to chop away at Khaibulaev's legs.
Khaibulaev thinks about countering with a head kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Magomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Khaibulaev, which made it look bad. #T2#
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Khaibulaev is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Khaibulaev looking to score a takedown here. Magomedov is defending well but Khaibulaev drives through and ends up in Magomedov's guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position.
Khaibulaev sitting in guard, not really doing much.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Magomedov is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Khaibulaev wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Khaibulaev pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Khaibulaev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Khaibulaev keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Khaibulaev avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Khaibulaev not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Khaibulaev is striking but Magomedov is not phased and passes to half guard.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Khaibulaev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Khaibulaev is trying to maintain the position but Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Khaibulaev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Khaibulaev wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Halid Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Khaibulaev tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magomedov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Khaibulaev moves into the clinch successfully.
Magomedov jumps guard but Khaibulaev stands there with Magomedov around his waist. Magomedov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Khaibulaev has him pressed against the cage.
Come on Khaibulaev - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Khaibulaev was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is trying to control Khaibulaev's posture but Khaibulaev avoids it.
Khaibulaev controlling the position from side mount. #T1#
Magomedov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Magomedov is not content to let Khaibulaev control the position.
Khaibulaev working away.#SU#
Khaibulaev stands up and beckons Magomedov to his feet. #CL2#
Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Khaibulaev tries to pull guard but Magomedov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Khaibulaev has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Magomedov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Khaibulaev is pushing Magomedov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The referee calls for Magomedov to work.
Khaibulaev tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomed Khaibulaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov stops a takedown attempt from Khaibulaev.
Magomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Khaibulaev pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Magomedov pulls Khaibulaev into guard. #T3#
Khaibulaev sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Magomedov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Magomedov working a defensive guard here. #SU#
Khaibulaev gets to his feet - Magomedov follows without any prompting.
That kick from Khaibulaev tenderised Magomedov's leg. Magomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Magomedov gets a double leg takedown into Khaibulaev's guard.#ES#
Khaibulaev has his feet on Magomedov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4#
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Khaibulaev tries to counter by clinching up but Magomedov breaks away and moves out of range.
Magomedov avoids a punch combination nicely.
And Magomedov tries to counter it with a takedown but Khaibulaev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A head kick misses from Khaibulaev. #TD2#
Khaibulaev gets caught flat footed, as Magomedov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Khaibulaev is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Khaibulaev but Khaibulaev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Khaibulaev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magomed Khaibulaev showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Khaibulaev 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomed Khaibulaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 05, 2018

#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Magomedov scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#
It looks like Magomed Khaibulaev has been cut.
Magomedov tries a head kick but it misses.
Magomedov misses with a head kick.
Khaibulaev slips a jab and a cross from Magomedov. #CL#
Khaibulaev has managed to clinch.
Magomedov stalls. #TD#
Khaibulaev pulls Magomedov into guard.
Khaibulaev wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Khaibulaev throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khaibulaev striking off his back but it's not causing Magomedov any problems.
Khaibulaev wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling the position.
Magomedov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Khaibulaev wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Khaibulaev working for submissions but it's allowed Magomedov to get to half guard.
Khaibulaev is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Khaibulaev manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Khaibulaev is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2#
Magomedov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Khaibulaev manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Khaibulaev from controlling successfully.
Khaibulaev tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedov is retaining full guard.
Khaibulaev showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Khaibulaev trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Khaibulaev slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Khaibulaev wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Magomedov is controlling Khaibulaev's posture.
Magomedov is looking to sweep but instead, Khaibulaev has passed into half guard.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Khaibulaev uses his free foot to push down on Magomedov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to reverse the position but Khaibulaev maintains control.
Magomedov regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Khaibulaev stops Magomedov from getting back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Khaibulaev trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
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 Magomed Khaibulaev will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Magomed Khaibulaev's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Khaibulaev is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Magomedov.
Magomedov fails with the takedown.
Magomedov throws a jab when Khaibulaev was well out of range.
Khaibulaev doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Magomedov counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Khaibulaev is lucky that one didn't land flush. #CL2#
Magomedov forces Khaibulaev back against the cage and clinches.
Magomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Khaibulaev prevents it.
Magomed Khaibulaev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Halid Magomedov.#TD#
Khaibulaev has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Magomedov regains guard immediately.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khaibulaev passes Magomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Khaibulaev content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Khaibulaev is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Khaibulaev stalling.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Khaibulaev throwing shots but Magomedov is blocking nicely.
Khaibulaev lands strikes from half guard.
Khaibulaev wants to pass to mount but Magomedov is defending the position.
Khaibulaev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Khaibulaev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Magomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Still in half guard, Khaibulaev seems content to control.
Khaibulaev is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Khaibulaev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Khaibulaev wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Khaibulaev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Magomedov.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Magomed Khaibulaev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Khaibulaev fails to land the takedown.
Khaibulaev misses with a takedown attempt - Magomedov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Magomedov unleashes a big counter combination but Khaibulaev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4##CL#
Khaibulaev forces Magomedov back against the cage and clinches.
Magomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Khaibulaev shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Stalling in the clinch from Magomedov.
Khaibulaev tries to score a body lock takedown but Magomedov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Khaibulaev misses with a takedown
and Magomedov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL2#
Magomedov darts in and clinches Khaibulaev up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Magomedov manages to pull guard.
Khaibulaev stops Magomedov from standing up. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for subs off his back but Khaibulaev has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Halid Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Magomed Khaibulaev's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Magomedov showed some decent athleticism there.
Khaibulaev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Khaibulaev defends it.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Khaibulaev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Magomed Khaibulaev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Khaibulaev is controlling Magomedov's trapped leg to prevent Magomedov from advancing to side control.
Khaibulaev wants to get back to his feet.
Khaibulaev tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Khaibulaev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Khaibulaev is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Magomedov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Khaibulaev tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Magomedov is in Khaibulaev's guard.
Magomedov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2#
Khaibulaev throwing short punches from the bottom.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Khaibulaev keeps moving.
Khaibulaev wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Khaibulaev working for a triangle but Magomedov defends it easily. #SUB#
Magomedov has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Khaibulaev to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Magomedov is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Khaibulaev pulls down on the head and he's put Magomedov to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Magomed Khaibulaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2018

#R1#
Khaibulaev stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Khaibulaev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Khaibulaev gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Magomedov. Those never looked like landing.
Magomedov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL#
Khaibulaev has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch. #TD#
Khaibulaev drives through with a takedown into guard.
Magomedov is wriggling around but Khaibulaev manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Khaibulaev passes to full mount!
Khaibulaev content just to control the position here. #T1#
Magomedov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Khaibulaev looking to control and managing it successfully.
Khaibulaev scoring with strikes but Magomedov is staying in there.
Khaibulaev lands a big elbow. #T2##SUB#
Khaibulaev working for a submission but Magomedov is keeping him at bay.
Magomedov working to try and regain half guard.
Khaibulaev takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Khaibulaev throws a sloppy strike and Magomedov uses the opportunity to reverse the position! A bit of a scramble here and Magomedov has ended up in Khaibulaev's guard.
Khaibulaev is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Khaibulaev keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T3#
Khaibulaev is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Khaibulaev isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Magomedov stacks Khaibulaev on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Magomedov!
Khaibulaev wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov drags him back down.
Magomedov wants to stand but Khaibulaev is controlling his arm.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Khaibulaev is trying to control Magomedov's posture but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov wants to stand but Khaibulaev has his arm trapped.
Khaibulaev manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Magomedov stalling away here and it's allowed Khaibulaev to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Khaibulaev working a defensive guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Khaibulaev swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Khaibulaev is looking for a triangle but Magomedov pushes his legs off easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Khaibulaev dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Khaibulaev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedov but Magomedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Khaibulaev gets a takedown into half guard.
Khaibulaev is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.
Khaibulaev seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Khaibulaev is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magomedov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Khaibulaev. #T1#
Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Khaibulaev is very close to passing his half guard.
Khaibulaev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Khaibulaev has control of the leg.
Magomedov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Khaibulaev jumps into side control!
Khaibulaev wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Khaibulaev looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov is staying active underneath Khaibulaev, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Magomedov is trying to stand up here but Khaibulaev is controlling him well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Khaibulaev in particular looking to stall.
Magomed Khaibulaev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Magomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Khaibulaev fails in his attempt to clinch.
Magomedov with the counter takedown but Khaibulaev avoids it easily.
Khaibulaev closes the distance and clinches up with Magomedov, looking for a takedown. Khaibulaev pushes Magomedov against the cage but Magomedov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Magomedov gets caught flat footed, as Khaibulaev shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Magomedov is controlling Khaibulaev's posture.
Khaibulaev wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Khaibulaev is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Khaibulaev postures up.
Khaibulaev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Khaibulaev wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Khaibulaev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Magomedov. No joy for Khaibulaev on that attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Khaibulaev dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov blocks a low kick nicely.
No luck for Magomedov with that takedown attempt.
Magomedov stuffs the takedown.
Khaibulaev throws a right and a left that both miss.
Magomedov throws a push kick but Khaibulaev slaps the foot to one side.
Khaibulaev doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Magomedov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Khaibulaev throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Magomedov was covering up waiting for the punch and Khaibulaev finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Khaibulaev prevents Magomedov from getting back to his feet. #T1##SU#
Khaibulaev stands and steps away. Magomedov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Magomedov throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Khaibulaev closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Magomedov to the mat! Magomedov manages to get full guard.
Khaibulaev is standing up over Magomedov. Magomedov looks to escape but Khaibulaev dives into side control. #REVB#
Magomedov throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Magomedov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Khaibulaev asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Khaibulaev postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T2#
Khaibulaev lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Magomedov down.
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't.
Magomedov is trying to control Khaibulaev's posture but Khaibulaev avoids it.
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Khaibulaev looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Khaibulaev throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB#
Khaibulaev wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Magomedov, who protects the arm well.
Magomedov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SU#
Khaibulaev decides to stand back up.
Magomedov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Khaibulaev seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Khaibulaev throws a head kick that misses.
Khaibulaev fails to land the takedown.
Magomedov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomed Khaibulaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Khaibulaev shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Magomedov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magomed Khaibulaev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Khaibulaev, 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomed Khaibulaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 27, 2018

#R1##CL#
Khaibulaev closes the distance and clinches.
Khaibulaev wants to take the fight to the mat but Magomedov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Khaibulaev pulls guard.
Magomedov prevents Khaibulaev from getting back to his feet.
Khaibulaev wants to sweep but no luck.
Magomedov trying to control but Khaibulaev is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Khaibulaev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Khaibulaev is looking for a triangle but Magomedov pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khaibulaev controlling Magomedov's posture. #T1#
Khaibulaev manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Magomedov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Khaibulaev postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Khaibulaev sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magomedov's guard.
Magomedov wants to control the action here but instead Khaibulaev manages to pass to full mount!
Khaibulaev with good strikes from the mount here!
Magomedov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magomedov is bucking up trying to escape but Khaibulaev cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T2#
Khaibulaev controlling from the full mount.
Khaibulaev trying to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Magomedov can't escape the position. #SUB#
Khaibulaev jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Magomedov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Magomedov tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Khaibulaev easily slips into full mount!
Magomedov looks winded!#T3#
Magomedov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Khaibulaev. What's that going to do exactly?
Khaibulaev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Magomedov is trying desperately to improve position.
Khaibulaev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Khaibulaev looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Khaibulaev scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Khaibulaev 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.#T4#
Khaibulaev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Khaibulaev throwing strikes here but Magomedov is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Magomedov is trying desperately to improve position.
Khaibulaev with shots to the head and body - Magomedov looks very uncomfortable down there.
Khaibulaev throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Khaibulaev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Magomedov wants to control but Khaibulaev is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Khaibulaev looking to control and managing it successfully.
Khaibulaev looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomed Khaibulaev dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Magomedov tries to keep at a distance but Khaibulaev has taken the fight into the clinch.
Khaibulaev wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedov won't allow it.
Khaibulaev gets underhooks to prevent Magomedov's takedown attempt. #TD2#
Magomedov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Khaibulaev stands up from Magomedov's guard - Khaibulaev perhaps looking for a knockout.
Magomedov slaps away a takedown attempt from Khaibulaev, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Khaibulaev 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.
Magomedov darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Khaibulaev counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Magomedov!
Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet here but Khaibulaev is keeping cool and he's managed to take Magomedov's back.#T1#
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Khaibulaev is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #SUB#
Khaibulaev tightening his grip on Magomedov, looking for the choke.
Khaibulaev tries to keep control of the position but Magomedov is staying busy.#T2##SUB#
Khaibulaev has his arm under Magomedov's chin here. Game over son! Khaibulaev squeezes tightly and Magomedov is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Magomed Khaibulaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 25, 2018

#R1##TD#
Halid Magomedov gets a takedown into half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Halid Magomedov controlling the action here.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Halid Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ibragim Magomedov is still trying to improve position.
Halid Magomedov is keen to just control but Ibragim Magomedov is a slippery customer.
Halid Magomedov blocks the strikes from Ibragim Magomedov.
Ibragim Magomedov pushes Halid Magomedov off looking to stand but Halid Magomedov dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ibragim Magomedov.#T1#
Halid Magomedov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Halid Magomedov won't allow Ibragim Magomedov to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halid Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halid Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov has his foot on Halid Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Halid Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
Halid Magomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ibragim Magomedov pushes Halid Magomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Halid Magomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Ibragim Magomedov looks winded!#SUB#
Halid Magomedov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ibragim Magomedov, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to buck Halid Magomedov off.
Halid Magomedov lands an elbow.
Ibragim Magomedov is not content to let Halid Magomedov control the position.
Halid Magomedov working away.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Halid Magomedov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Halid Magomedov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Halid Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Halid Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ibragim Magomedov keeps working.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ibragim Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Halid Magomedov staying calm.
Ibragim Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Halid Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ibragim Magomedov keeps working.
Halid Magomedov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ibragim Magomedov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Who's going to make the next move?
Ibragim Magomedov struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halid Magomedov prevents Ibragim Magomedov from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ibragim Magomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Halid Magomedov tries to avoid it but Ibragim Magomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Halid Magomedov to the ground. Halid Magomedov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov looks for a takedown but Halid Magomedov sprawls well.#TD#
Halid Magomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ibragim Magomedov keeping control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halid Magomedov stops Ibragim Magomedov from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov is keeping busy.
Ibragim Magomedov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Halid Magomedov is nestled in close to Ibragim Magomedov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Halid Magomedov wants to take a breather but Ibragim Magomedov is having none of it.
Halid Magomedov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Halid Magomedov wants to control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Halid Magomedov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ibragim Magomedov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Halid Magomedov wants to free his trapped foot but Ibragim Magomedov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Ibragim Magomedov clinches with his opponent. #TD#
Halid Magomedov jumps guard.
Halid Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T2##SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ibragim Magomedov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Halid Magomedov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Halid Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Ibragim Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Halid Magomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ibragim Magomedov prevents Halid Magomedov from getting back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Halid Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Ibragim Magomedov is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ibragim Magomedov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the position.
Halid Magomedov is pulling down on Ibragim Magomedov's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Halid Magomedov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Halid Magomedov escapes and throws Ibragim Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ibragim Magomedov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Halid Magomedov moves out of range as Ibragim Magomedov throws a body kick.
Halid Magomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD#
Halid Magomedov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ibragim Magomedov on his heels. He'll look to pass Ibragim Magomedov's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working for a triangle but Halid Magomedov defends it easily.
Ibragim Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Halid Magomedov from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ibragim Magomedov holds on and takes a little breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ibragim Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ibragim Magomedov can do to turn this around?#T1#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Halid Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Halid Magomedov is one step ahead there.
Halid Magomedov wants to control from the top but Ibragim Magomedov keeps moving.
Ibragim Magomedov controlling Halid Magomedov's posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Halid Magomedov gets a takedown into half guard.#T2#
Ibragim Magomedov is concentrating on defense, preventing Halid Magomedov from advancing position. #SU#
Halid Magomedov decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep here but Halid Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov has his foot on Halid Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Halid Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
Halid Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov controls Halid Magomedov momentarily but Halid Magomedov frees himself.
Halid Magomedov 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. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halid Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halid Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Halid Magomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Halid Magomedov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ibragim Magomedov to the ground. Halid Magomedov is now in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.#T4#
Ibragim Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Halid Magomedov is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Halid Magomedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Halid Magomedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Halid Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to stand and escape but Halid Magomedov is having none of it.
Halid Magomedov postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
Ibragim Magomedov is working an open guard so Halid Magomedov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Halid Magomedov swivels and escapes.
Ibragim Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Halid Magomedov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Halid Magomedov throws a push kick but Ibragim Magomedov slaps the foot to one side.
Ibragim Magomedov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Halid Magomedov blocks it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Halid Magomedov, 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2018

#R1##TD#
Halid Magomedov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Halid Magomedov is standing up over Ibragim Magomedov. Ibragim Magomedov looks to escape but Halid Magomedov dives into side control. #REVB#
Halid Magomedov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Ibragim Magomedov sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control Halid Magomedov's posture but Halid Magomedov avoids it.
An elbow from Halid Magomedov crashes against the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control Halid Magomedov's posture but Halid Magomedov avoids it.
Ibragim Magomedov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Halid Magomedov off and has taken his back!
Ibragim Magomedov throwing sloppy strikes.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the position but Ibragim Magomedov manages to sink in the hooks.
Ibragim Magomedov controlling well, preventing Halid Magomedov from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T1#
Halid Magomedov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Halid Magomedov wants to control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping busy.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Halid Magomedov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Halid Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ibragim Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Halid Magomedov defends it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ibragim Magomedov prevents Halid Magomedov from improving his position.
Ibragim Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Halid Magomedov's head.
Halid Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Ibragim Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Halid Magomedov's hands, connecting with Halid Magomedov's forehead.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to stand and escape but Halid Magomedov is controlling the position. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov prevents Halid Magomedov from improving his position.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to take a breather but Halid Magomedov is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ibragim Magomedov enables Halid Magomedov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ibragim Magomedov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Ibragim Magomedov, not yet.
Ibragim Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Halid Magomedov won't allow Ibragim Magomedov to sweep him here.
Halid Magomedov postures up.
Halid Magomedov won't allow Ibragim Magomedov to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to hold Halid Magomedov in close to prevent damage but Halid Magomedov has managed to pass into half guard. #T4#
Ibragim Magomedov pushes Halid Magomedov off looking to stand but Halid Magomedov dives back in and keeps control.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to improve his position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ibragim Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ibragim Magomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Halid Magomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to improve his position but Halid Magomedov is controlling well.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to hold on to Halid Magomedov's head to control him but Halid Magomedov postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
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. Halid Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Ibragim Magomedov's temple.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his 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 Halid Magomedov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Halid Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Halid Magomedov moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Ibragim Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Halid Magomedov pushes Ibragim Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Halid Magomedov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ibragim Magomedov uses from the top position.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Halid Magomedov controlling the position.
Halid Magomedov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ibragim Magomedov controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ibragim Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ibragim Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Ibragim Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Ibragim Magomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Halid Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to stand but Halid Magomedov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Halid Magomedov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ibragim Magomedov.
Halid Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Ibragim Magomedov goes for a double leg but Halid Magomedov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Halid Magomedov continues to drive forward.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Ibragim Magomedov lands an elbow inside that Halid Magomedov shrugs off.
Ibragim Magomedov effectively controlling the action here.
Halid Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ibragim Magomedov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Halid Magomedov walks away with a smile on his face. Ibragim Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Halid Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibragim Magomedov.#CL#
Halid Magomedov rushes Ibragim Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Halid Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Halid Magomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ibragim Magomedov dives in and grabs Halid Magomedov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Halid Magomedov pushes down on Ibragim Magomedov's head and hops out.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to clinch up but Halid Magomedov circles away and keeps his distance.
Ibragim Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Halid Magomedov, looking for a takedown. Ibragim Magomedov pushes Halid Magomedov against the cage but Halid Magomedov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ibragim Magomedov is trying to defend but Halid Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T3#
Halid Magomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Ibragim Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Halid Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Halid Magomedov prevents Ibragim Magomedov from improving his position.
Halid Magomedov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is not content to let Halid Magomedov control the position.
Halid Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov is keeping busy.
Halid Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Halid Magomedov in particular looking to stall.
Halid Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Ibragim Magomedov back into the cage.#TD#
Halid Magomedov pulls guard successfully.
Halid Magomedov working a defensive guard here.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get up but he can't break Halid Magomedov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ibragim Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov is looking to stand up but Ibragim Magomedov isn't so interested in that idea.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB#
Halid Magomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ibragim Magomedov is working Halid Magomedov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Halid Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Ibragim Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Ibragim Magomedov distracts Halid Magomedov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ibragim Magomedov defends well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ibragim Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Halid Magomedov has closed the distance and engaged Ibragim Magomedov in a clinch. #BC2#
Ibragim Magomedov manages to break the clinch.
Halid Magomedov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to land a leg kick but Halid Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Halid Magomedov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Halid Magomedov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Halid Magomedov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ibragim Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Halid Magomedov tries to sprawl out of it but Ibragim Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Halid Magomedov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Halid Magomedov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ibragim Magomedov sprawls and moves away.
Ibragim Magomedov misses with a double jab.
Halid Magomedov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ibragim Magomedov. #TD#
Halid Magomedov scores with a takedown into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Ibragim Magomedov pulls Halid Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Ibragim Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Halid Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Ibragim Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Halid Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Halid Magomedov wants to hit a switch here but Ibragim Magomedov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Halid Magomedov there!
Ibragim Magomedov controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halid Magomedov tries to lock up and control but Ibragim Magomedov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.

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 Halid Magomedov.
Well Halid Magomedov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 21, 2018

#R1#
Adaev fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Magomedov avoids it really well and circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Magomedov as Adaev shoots in.#CL2#
Adaev gets tackled into the cage by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
Adaev tries to break free but Magomedov pushes him back against the cage.
Magomedov keeps control of Adaev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Adaev manages to pull guard.
Magomedov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Adaev isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Magomedov stacks Adaev on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Magomedov!#T1##SUB2#
Magomedov tries for a kimura but Adaev is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Adaev is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Adaev is looking for a sweep.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov is staying tight to Adaev's torso, preventing him from escaping.
You can see the frustration on Adaev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magomedov wants to stand but Adaev is controlling his arm.
Adaev is looking to regain half guard here but Magomedov keeps moving and retains side control.
Adaev is trying to work for a sweep but Magomedov has mounted him!#T3#
Magomedov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Magomedov tries to control but Adaev wriggling away.
Adaev on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Adaev tries to get out of the position.
Adaev is looking to improve his position but Magomedov isn't that keen on the idea.
Adaev is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Adaev defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Magomedov.
Adaev tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.#T4#
Magomedov tries to control but Adaev wriggling away.
Magomedov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Adaev is wriggling around trying to escape.
Adaev tries to hold on but Magomedov postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Adaev is desperately trying to improve his position but Magomedov has a good base and remains in mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Adaev clinches.
Adaev prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD2#
Magomedov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Adaev from controlling successfully.
Adaev is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Adaev tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Magomedov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Adaev.
Adaev won't allow Magomedov to get back to his feet.
Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Adaev won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Magomedov is defended easily by Adaev.#TD#
Adaev closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Adaev lands in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Adaev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Adaev trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Adaev is looking to work some ground and pound but Magomedov has wrist control.
Adaev prevents Magomedov from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Magomedov has his foot on Adaev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Adaev works his way back into a safe position though.
Adaev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.#T3#
Adaev is looking to stand up but Magomedov won't let him.
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.#TD#
Adaev shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Adaev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Adaev pushes his legs off easily.
Adaev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Adaev is looking to work some ground and pound but Magomedov has wrist control.
Adaev postures up.
Adaev wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A right-left combo lands from Adaev. #TD#
Adaev closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Magomedov quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Adaev trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Adaev is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amirkhan Adaev dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Adaev closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Adaev closes the distance and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Adaev.
Adaev is trying to break free.
Adaev blocks the elbow strike.
Magomedov has Adaev pressed against the cage, preventing Adaev from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adaev is trying to pull guard but Magomedov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Adaev holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Adaev is trying to pull guard but Magomedov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Adaev lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch. #TD#
Adaev shoots in and bounces Magomedov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Adaev wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling his posture from full guard.
Adaev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SU#
Adaev gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Adaev sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2##TD#
Adaev shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Adaev trying to control the pace.
Adaev working over Magomedov with some ground and pound. Magomedov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Adaev seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Magomedov is not content to let Adaev control the position.#T3#
Magomedov moves into full guard.
Adaev tries to stand but Magomedov is controlling from the bottom.
Adaev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Adaev controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Adaev sprawls well.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#TD#
Adaev darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Adaev controlling the action here.
Adaev wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Adaev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Magomedov regains full guard. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
Amirkhan Adaev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Adaev has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amirkhan Adaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2018

#R1##TD#
Adaev gets a takedown into half guard.
Adaev wants to pass to mount but Magomedov is defending the position.
Adaev sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Adaev looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adaev is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Magomedov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Magomedov lands a decent punch to the body there.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Adaev defends easily.
Magomedov looks winded!
Adaev wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Adaev defends well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Adaev closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Adaev scores with punches from side control. #SUB#
Adaev tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Adaev content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T3#
Adaev trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Adaev in side control lands a decent elbow.
Adaev wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling his arm.#SU#
Adaev has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Adaev is trying hard to land a takedown here. Magomedov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov tries to counter with a clinch but Adaev shakes him off and moves away.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nice sprawl there from Adaev as Magomedov shoots in.
Adaev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Adaev fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magomedov is out of range. #TD#
Adaev looking to score a takedown here. Magomedov is defending well but Adaev drives through and ends up in Magomedov's guard.
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
Adaev wanted to stand there but Magomedov had control of the position.
Adaev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Adaev sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Adaev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amirkhan Adaev dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Magomedov needs to keep his hands up - Adaev had a free shot at his head there.
Adaev dives in and grabs Magomedov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes down on Adaev's head and hops out.
Magomedov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magomedov looks for the body kick but Adaev saw that one coming.
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Adaev sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adaev throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Magomedov's waist but Magomedov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Adaev off to one side.
Adaev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Adaev shows good takedown defense.
Amirkhan Adaev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Halid Magomedov.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Adaev scores with a one two! Magomedov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #TD#
Adaev looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Magomedov!
Adaev in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Magomedov tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Magomedov struggling a bit here.#T2#
Magomedov misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Magomedov is trying to control Adaev's posture but Adaev avoids it.
Magomedov is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Adaev is staying active.
Adaev trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Adaev drives through with a takedown into Magomedov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
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!
Adaev is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Magomedov controls Adaev momentarily but Adaev frees himself.
Adaev looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Adaev working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Adaev wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Adaev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Adaev scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Adaev in particular looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amirkhan Adaev dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Adaev prevents it.
Adaev is looking to take this one to the mat.
Magomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Adaev gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Adaev has Magomedov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Adaev pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Magomedov tumbling to the mat - Adaev dives into Magomedov's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Adaev is proving a slippery customer.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SU#
Adaev decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD#
Adaev shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Magomedov trying to control here.
Adaev wants to stand but Magomedov has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T2#
Adaev trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it.
Adaev sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
Adaev content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Adaev wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is defending well. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Adaev rushes Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Magomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Adaev prevents it.
Amirkhan Adaev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Halid Magomedov.#BC#
Adaev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Magomedov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Adaev to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing Adaev from standing up. #T4#
Magomedov being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Amirkhan Adaev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Adaev has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amirkhan Adaev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 15, 2018

#R1##CL#
Halid Magomedov rushes Ibragim Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Halid Magomedov breaks the clinch.
Ibragim Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Halid Magomedov avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Halid Magomedov gets a double leg takedown into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep here but Halid Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Halid Magomedov 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.#SU#
Halid Magomedov stands and steps away. Ibragim Magomedov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL#
Halid Magomedov moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Halid Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Halid Magomedov misses with a double jab. #T1##TD#
Ibragim Magomedov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Halid Magomedov to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Halid Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Halid Magomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ibragim Magomedov is pulling down on Halid Magomedov's head to control his posture.
Halid Magomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Halid Magomedov has passed into half guard!
Halid Magomedov controlling the action here.#T2#
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov passes into side. #SU#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand back up.
Ibragim Magomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Halid Magomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD#
Halid Magomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ibragim Magomedov looks winded!
Halid Magomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SU#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand and escape the position. #T3##CL2#
Ibragim Magomedov rushes Halid Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Halid Magomedov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Halid Magomedov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ibragim Magomedov uses from the top position.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the position here.
Halid Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Halid Magomedov's guard.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov has his foot on Ibragim Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ibragim Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Halid Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Halid Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Halid Magomedov, not yet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Halid Magomedov seems keen to control Ibragim Magomedov's posture.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU#
Halid Magomedov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Ibragim Magomedov, up you get! #TD#
Halid Magomedov looking to score a takedown here. Ibragim Magomedov is defending well but Halid Magomedov drives through and ends up in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Halid Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A big right from Halid Magomedov misses. #TD#
Halid Magomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control Halid Magomedov's posture but Halid Magomedov avoids it. #SU#
Halid Magomedov has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #CL#
Halid Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Halid Magomedov pulls Ibragim Magomedov into guard.
Halid Magomedov wants to sweep here but Ibragim Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov stops Halid Magomedov from standing up.
Ibragim Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Halid Magomedov.
Ibragim Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Halid Magomedov thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Halid Magomedov is trying to control the position but Ibragim Magomedov postures up.
Ibragim Magomedov is fighting to break Halid Magomedov's control of his arms but Halid Magomedov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Halid Magomedov scores with a takedown into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ibragim Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Halid Magomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Ibragim Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ibragim Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.#SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up and waves to Ibragim Magomedov to follow him. #T2##CL#
Halid Magomedov takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Ibragim Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ibragim Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Halid Magomedov tries to sprawl out of it but Ibragim Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Halid Magomedov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Halid Magomedov rushes Ibragim Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.#T3##TD#
Halid Magomedov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Ibragim Magomedov can't fight it off and eventually Halid Magomedov manages to take the fight to the floor. Ibragim Magomedov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ibragim Magomedov controls Halid Magomedov momentarily but Halid Magomedov frees himself. #SU#
Ibragim Magomedov is working an open guard so Halid Magomedov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Ibragim Magomedov tries to sprawl but Halid Magomedov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up from half guard. #TD2#
Ibragim Magomedov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Halid Magomedov to the mat! Halid Magomedov manages to get full guard.
Halid Magomedov pulls Ibragim Magomedov in close to prevent any damage. #ES#
Halid Magomedov kicks Ibragim Magomedov off and gets to his feet. #T4##TD#
Halid Magomedov dives in and scores a takedown into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Halid Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Halid Magomedov throwing strikes from guard but Ibragim Magomedov blocks nicely. #SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
A punch combination from Ibragim Magomedov misses. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Halid Magomedov.
Ibragim Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here as Halid Magomedov stalls from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's time! Halid Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Halid Magomedov gets a double leg takedown into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.#ES2#
Ibragim Magomedov has his feet on Halid Magomedov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Ibragim Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Halid Magomedov.
Halid Magomedov keeps the fight on the outside.
Ibragim Magomedov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Halid Magomedov pinned against the cage. Halid Magomedov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Halid Magomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Halid Magomedov clinches. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov tries to pull guard but Halid Magomedov won't allow it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Halid Magomedov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ibragim Magomedov regains guard immediately.
Halid Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
Halid Magomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Halid Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ibragim Magomedov won't allow Halid Magomedov to pass to mount.
Ibragim Magomedov is staying active underneath Halid Magomedov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Halid Magomedov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ibragim Magomedov missing with punches from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.
Halid Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Halid Magomedov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Halid Magomedov throws a wild body kick that Ibragim Magomedov sees coming a mile off.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ibragim Magomedov.
Halid Magomedov is looking for a counter combo.
Halid Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ibragim Magomedov.#TD#
Halid Magomedov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T3#
Well, if Halid Magomedov 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.
Halid Magomedov working over Ibragim Magomedov with some ground and pound. Ibragim Magomedov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Halid Magomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Halid Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ibragim Magomedov moves into full guard. #SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up and waves to Ibragim Magomedov to follow him. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Halid Magomedov throws a head kick that misses
and Ibragim Magomedov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL2#
Ibragim Magomedov drives through and clinches with Halid Magomedov against the cage. #TD#
Halid Magomedov tightens his grip and picks Ibragim Magomedov up, before dumping him to the ground. Ibragim Magomedov manages to land in guard.
Halid Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ibragim Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep here but Halid Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Halid Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ibragim Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Halid Magomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ibragim Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Halid Magomedov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Halid Magomedov controlling from the top position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Halid Magomedov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2018

#R1##TD#
Halid Magomedov looking to score a takedown here. Ibragim Magomedov is defending well but Halid Magomedov drives through and ends up in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Ibragim Magomedov pulls Halid Magomedov in close to his closed guard and prevents Halid Magomedov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Ibragim Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control the position but Halid Magomedov postures up. #SU#
Halid Magomedov gets to his feet - Ibragim Magomedov follows without any prompting. #TD#
Halid Magomedov gets the takedown into side control.
Halid Magomedov working away.
Who's going to make the next move?
Halid Magomedov working the body and head with strikes.
Halid Magomedov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Ibragim Magomedov down.
A lull in the action here.#T1#
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halid Magomedov controls the position.
Halid Magomedov'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.
Halid Magomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Halid Magomedov controlling from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Halid Magomedov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#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.
Halid Magomedov is taking a breather. Ibragim Magomedov 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.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Halid Magomedov pulls his head out easily.
Halid Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Ibragim Magomedov defends it. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Halid Magomedov working Ibragim Magomedov over with strikes. #SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #CL2#
Ibragim Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Halid Magomedov stalling in the clinch. #TD#
Halid Magomedov drags the fight down to the ground.
Halid Magomedov 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.#T3##SUB#
Halid Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Ibragim Magomedov defends easily.
Halid Magomedov is looking to stand up but Ibragim Magomedov isn't so interested in that idea.
Ibragim Magomedov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Halid Magomedov is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to sit in guard and control but Halid Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov has his foot on Halid Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Halid Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Halid Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to keep Halid Magomedov in close.
Halid Magomedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Halid Magomedov postures up.
Halid Magomedov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Halid Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping the position.
Ibragim Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Halid Magomedov's guard. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Halid Magomedov misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Halid Magomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to get back to is feet but Halid Magomedov passes into side control. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Halid Magomedov working the ground and pound.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ibragim Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Halid Magomedov lands an elbow.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ibragim Magomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the action but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Ibragim Magomedov some visible discomfort.
Halid Magomedov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Halid Magomedov landing a few strikes.
Halid Magomedov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ibragim Magomedov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T2#
Halid Magomedov working away.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the position but Ibragim Magomedov is working away.
Ibragim Magomedov is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ibragim Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control Halid Magomedov's posture but Halid Magomedov avoids it. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ibragim Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Ibragim Magomedov prevents Halid Magomedov from improving position.
Halid Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ibragim Magomedov keeps working.
Ibragim Magomedov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SU#
Halid Magomedov decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Ibragim Magomedov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Halid Magomedov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ibragim Magomedov dives in and grabs Halid Magomedov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Halid Magomedov pushes down on Ibragim Magomedov's head and hops out.
Good shot there by Ibragim Magomedov.
Nice sprawl there from Halid Magomedov as Ibragim Magomedov shoots in.
Ibragim Magomedov is breathing heavily.#T4#
Ibragim Magomedov swings for the body but Halid Magomedov moves out of range. #TD#
Halid Magomedov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Halid Magomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Halid Magomedov has picked Ibragim Magomedov up and slammed him! Ibragim Magomedov can't keep hold of the triangle and Halid Magomedov manages to pass to side control!#SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ibragim Magomedov quickly recovers to half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to escape back to his feet but Halid Magomedov uses the scramble to pass into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Halid Magomedov happy to just control the position for now.
Halid Magomedov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ibragim Magomedov enables Halid Magomedov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ibragim Magomedov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Halid Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
Halid Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Ibragim Magomedov's brow. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halid Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halid Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Halid Magomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to control.
Halid Magomedov is pushing down on Ibragim Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ibragim Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Halid Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Ibragim Magomedov gets full guard.
Halid Magomedov 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.
Halid Magomedov is in close to Ibragim Magomedov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Halid Magomedov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov drops back looking for a leg! Ibragim Magomedov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ibragim Magomedov manages to kick Halid Magomedov off! Halid Magomedov jumps back into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Halid Magomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Halid Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Halid Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Halid Magomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Halid Magomedov stands up over Ibragim Magomedov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control the position but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Halid Magomedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov has an active guard here but Halid Magomedov has managed to pass into half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Halid Magomedov slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Halid Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Ibragim Magomedov is defending well.
Well, if Halid Magomedov 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.
Halid Magomedov prevents Ibragim Magomedov from improving his position.
Ibragim Magomedov gets full guard.
Halid Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ibragim Magomedov is keeping the position for now. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Halid Magomedov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ibragim Magomedov working a defensive guard but Halid Magomedov passes into half guard.
Halid Magomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Halid Magomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Halid Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Halid Magomedov thows a huge punch but Ibragim Magomedov dodges it nicely.
Halid Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ibragim Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Halid Magomedov stalling.
Halid Magomedov is thwarting Ibragim Magomedov's attempts to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ibragim Magomedov is not content to let Halid Magomedov control the position.#SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Halid Magomedov, 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 10, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Showtime as he avoids it easily.
Magomedov blocks a head kick by Showtime. #CL2#
Showtime has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Showtime breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #KD2#
Showtime drops Magomedov with a beautiful combination! Magomedov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Showtime is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Magomedov is rocked!#CL2#
Showtime clinches with his opponent.
Oh Magomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Showtime jumps into guard, dragging Magomedov to the mat.
Magomedov seems to have got his legs back now.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Showtime is keeping the position.#ES2#
Showtime pushes Magomedov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A nice combination there by Showtime. #T1#
Showtime shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedov but Magomedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Showtime.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Showtime sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Showtime lands a nice shot to the body. #KD2#
Showtime drops Magomedov with a beautiful combination! Magomedov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Showtime is looking for the KO!#CL2#
Showtime gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
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!#BC2#
Showtime pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov misses with a body kick.
And Showtime tries to counter it with a takedown but Magomedov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magomedov drops his hands for a split second and Showtime immediately capitalizes on the opportunity by smashing a powerful hook into Magomedov face, sending his mouthguard sailing through the air, much to the delight of the crowd. Showtime follows up with a right hand that knocks Magomedov into next week. He's out cold and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Rick Showtime!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 05, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Ibragim Magomedov gets tackled into the cage by Halid Magomedov. Halid Magomedov maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov drags the fight down to the ground.
Halid Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Halid Magomedov, not yet. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ibragim Magomedov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control from the top but Halid Magomedov keeps moving.
Halid Magomedov seems keen to control Ibragim Magomedov's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov postures up in Halid Magomedov's guard and throws a big left but Halid Magomedov blocks it. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Halid Magomedov.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SU#
Ibragim Magomedov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
No luck for Ibragim Magomedov with that takedown attempt.
Halid Magomedov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Ibragim Magomedov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Halid Magomedov looks winded!
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
Halid Magomedov scoring with punches and elbows.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to buck Halid Magomedov off but Halid Magomedov is having none of it.#SU2#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Ibragim Magomedov to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Halid Magomedov defends it nicely.#T2##TD2#
Halid Magomedov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ibragim Magomedov to the ground. Halid Magomedov is now in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Halid Magomedov 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. #T3#
Halid Magomedov is fighting to break Ibragim Magomedov's control of his arms but Ibragim Magomedov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SU2#
Halid Magomedov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Ibragim Magomedov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ibragim Magomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibragim Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Halid Magomedov lands a two punch combo. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ibragim Magomedov on his heels. He'll look to pass Ibragim Magomedov's guard now, I'm sure.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to stand back up but Halid Magomedov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Ibragim Magomedov. #REVR#
Halid Magomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Ibragim Magomedov tries to roll over but Halid Magomedov keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control but can't.
Halid Magomedov is controlling the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halid Magomedov stops Ibragim Magomedov from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Ibragim Magomedov moves into the clinch.
Halid Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov has Ibragim Magomedov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Halid Magomedov pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Ibragim Magomedov tumbling to the mat - Halid Magomedov dives into Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Halid Magomedov is standing up over Ibragim Magomedov. Ibragim Magomedov looks to escape but Halid Magomedov dives into side control. #REVR#
Halid Magomedov trying to control the action but Ibragim Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here as Halid Magomedov stalls from top position.
Halid Magomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Halid Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Halid Magomedov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Ibragim Magomedov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Ibragim Magomedov is nestled in close to Halid Magomedov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Halid Magomedov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Halid Magomedov keeps working.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to free his trapped foot but Halid Magomedov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Halid Magomedov is positioning himself well to prevent Ibragim Magomedov advancing to mount.
Halid Magomedov tries to roll over but Ibragim Magomedov keeps him under control.#T2#
Halid Magomedov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Halid Magomedov won't allow Ibragim Magomedov to pass to mount.
Halid Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Halid Magomedov is not content to let Ibragim Magomedov control the position.
Halid Magomedov regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov throws a strike but Halid Magomedov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Halid Magomedov working some strikes from top position.
Halid Magomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SU2#
Halid Magomedov stands up and waves to Ibragim Magomedov to follow him.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ibragim Magomedov looking for a sweep but Halid Magomedov has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov is having none of it.#SU2#
Halid Magomedov stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T4#
Halid Magomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Halid Magomedov throws a body kick, spinning off balance#CL#
and Ibragim Magomedov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov decides to pull guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Halid Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ibragim Magomedov is controlling him.
Halid Magomedov keeping full guard, as Ibragim Magomedov tries to pass.
Halid Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Ibragim Magomedov from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ibragim Magomedov controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Halid Magomedov moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Halid Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ibragim Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Halid Magomedov to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Ibragim Magomedov clinches with his opponent.
Ibragim Magomedov can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ibragim Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Halid Magomedov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Ibragim Magomedov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Halid Magomedov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Halid Magomedov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ibragim Magomedov!
Halid Magomedov looking to finish Ibragim Magomedov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Ibragim Magomedov!
Halid Magomedov controlling from mount.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to escape the mount.
Halid Magomedov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Halid Magomedov cracks Ibragim Magomedov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T2#
Halid Magomedov prevents Ibragim Magomedov from getting the reversal.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to hold on but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Halid Magomedov controlling the pace for now.
Halid Magomedov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Ibragim Magomedov?
Halid Magomedov lands with some strikes.
Halid Magomedov looking to control but Ibragim Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to lock up and control but Halid Magomedov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Halid Magomedov dominating with strikes here.
Halid Magomedov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Halid Magomedov's attempts to control the action.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to buck Halid Magomedov off but he can't manage it.
Ibragim Magomedov regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ibragim Magomedov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep here but Halid Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Ibragim Magomedov has his hands on Halid Magomedov's head, controlling the position.
Halid Magomedov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SU2#
Halid Magomedov stands and steps away. Ibragim Magomedov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Ibragim Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Halid Magomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ibragim Magomedov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Halid Magomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Halid Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ibragim Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Halid Magomedov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Halid Magomedov 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
Halid Magomedov leaves Ibragim Magomedov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Halid Magomedov throws a series of punches but Ibragim Magomedov avoids them all with ease.
Ibragim Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Halid Magomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Halid Magomedov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ibragim Magomedov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to improve his position but Halid Magomedov is controlling well.
Halid Magomedov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep but Halid Magomedov has passed to side control!#T1#
Ibragim Magomedov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Halid Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ibragim Magomedov keeps working.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halid Magomedov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Halid Magomedov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Halid Magomedov scoring with punches and elbows.
Ibragim Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU2#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand back up. #T2##TD2#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Nice strikes from Halid Magomedov there.
Ibragim Magomedov is refusing to be controlled, as Halid Magomedov sits in half guard.
Halid Magomedov trying to control the pace.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Halid Magomedov has control of the leg. #SU2#
Halid Magomedov decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ibragim Magomedov sprawls well initially but Halid Magomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Halid Magomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3##SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ibragim Magomedov sees it coming and defends easily.
Halid Magomedov looks winded!
Ibragim Magomedov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Halid Magomedov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Ibragim Magomedov working to try and regain half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ibragim Magomedov tries to get out of the position.
Halid Magomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
BOOM! Halid Magomedov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Ibragim Magomedov can't escape the position.
Halid Magomedov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Halid Magomedov controlling the pace for now.
Halid Magomedov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Ibragim Magomedov's face.
Halid Magomedov raining down shots from the mount!
Halid Magomedov dominating with strikes here.
Ibragim Magomedov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Halid Magomedov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
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!
Ibragim Magomedov is trying desperately to improve position.
Ibragim Magomedov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ibragim Magomedov thows a leg kick but Halid Magomedov checks it #CL2#
and Halid Magomedov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Halid Magomedov. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov decides to pull guard.
Ibragim Magomedov throwing strikes from guard but Halid Magomedov blocks nicely.
Halid Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Halid Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Ibragim Magomedov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ibragim Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Halid Magomedov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Halid Magomedov.
Halid Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ibragim Magomedov's guard. #REVB#
Halid Magomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to stand but Halid Magomedov is controlling the position.
Halid Magomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Halid Magomedov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Halid Magomedov stands and throws Ibragim Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Halid Magomedov is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov tries for a kimura but Ibragim Magomedov is defending well. #T2#
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Halid Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Halid Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SU2#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand back up. Halid Magomedov steps back and let's Ibragim Magomedov get back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Halid Magomedov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Halid Magomedov misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov tries a head kick but it misses.
Halid Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Halid Magomedov throws a head kick that misses
and Ibragim Magomedov counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
Ibragim Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov decides to pull guard.
Halid Magomedov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov working for a triangle but Ibragim Magomedov defends it easily.
Ibragim Magomedov is pushing down on Halid Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Halid Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Ibragim Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
Ibragim Magomedov prevents Halid Magomedov from improving his position.#SUB#
Ibragim Magomedov seems to be looking for submissions.
Halid Magomedov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ibragim Magomedov.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ibragim Magomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Halid Magomedov defending well.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Halid Magomedov is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Halid Magomedov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Halid Magomedov wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Ibragim Magomedov clinches up against the cage.
Halid Magomedov is looking to control Ibragim Magomedov's arms but Ibragim Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Halid Magomedov has his back to the cage.
Halid Magomedov taking a breather.#BC2#
Halid Magomedov breaks from the clinch. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ibragim Magomedov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Halid Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov is keeping busy.
Halid Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Halid Magomedov wants to free his trapped foot but Ibragim Magomedov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control here.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is in trouble now - Halid Magomedov has advanced to mount!
Ibragim Magomedov is working to get back to half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is bucking up trying to escape but Halid Magomedov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Halid Magomedov controlling the position easily from mount.
Ibragim Magomedov working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Halid Magomedov dominating with strikes here.
Halid Magomedov lands a couple of good shots and Ibragim Magomedov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
I really don't envy Ibragim Magomedov right now.
Halid Magomedov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Ibragim Magomedov doesn't escape. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Ibragim Magomedov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Halid Magomedov struggling to keep hold of the position.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control his opponent's hands but Halid Magomedov gets his hands free. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Halid Magomedov's arms.
Ibragim Magomedov is keeping busy. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Ibragim Magomedov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to get back to his feet but Halid Magomedov is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ibragim Magomedov is defending well though. Halid Magomedov let's go of the attempt for now.
Ibragim Magomedov covering up well under a series of strikes from Halid Magomedov.
Halid Magomedov gets his hands free as Ibragim Magomedov looks to control. #T4#
Halid Magomedov keeps control of the position as Ibragim Magomedov tries to break free.
Ibragim Magomedov takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Will Halid Magomedov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control but not successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov working for the choke.
Ibragim Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Halid Magomedov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ibragim Magomedov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ibragim Magomedov for a finish.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Halid Magomedov 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 28, 2018

#R1##CL#
Halid Magomedov instigates a clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Ibragim Magomedov fails to pull guard. #TD#
Halid Magomedov pulls guard.
Ibragim Magomedov postures up.
Ibragim Magomedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to stand but Halid Magomedov is controlling from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control but Halid Magomedov is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov wants to sweep here but Ibragim Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Halid Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ibragim Magomedov is controlling him. #T1#
Halid Magomedov is adopting a defensive guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Halid Magomedov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Halid Magomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Ibragim Magomedov is not content to let Halid Magomedov control the position.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Ibragim Magomedov struggling a bit here.#SU#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand back up.
Halid Magomedov swats away the attempt to clinch by Ibragim Magomedov.
Halid Magomedov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ibragim Magomedov manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Halid Magomedov has Ibragim Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Halid Magomedov breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Halid Magomedov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ibragim Magomedov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halid Magomedov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ibragim Magomedov gets back to half guard.
Halid Magomedov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ibragim Magomedov is just riding it out for now. Halid Magomedov eventually gives up the hold.
Ibragim Magomedov keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Ibragim Magomedov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Halid Magomedov to get the leverage.
Ibragim Magomedov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ibragim Magomedov manages to get to full guard.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Halid Magomedov working some strikes from top position.
Ibragim Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Halid Magomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ibragim Magomedov holds on and takes a little breather.
Halid Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ibragim Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ibragim Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halid Magomedov won't allow Ibragim Magomedov to sweep him here.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control the position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Halid Magomedov looking to score a takedown here. Ibragim Magomedov is defending well but Halid Magomedov drives through and ends up in Ibragim Magomedov's guard.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to sweep here but Halid Magomedov controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Ibragim Magomedov working for a triangle but Halid Magomedov defends it easily.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Halid Magomedov is one step ahead there.
Ibragim Magomedov can't keep his opponent in guard - Halid Magomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibragim Magomedov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Halid Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Ibragim Magomedov's brow. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov being controlled here momentarily.
Halid Magomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Halid Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Halid Magomedov pushes down on Ibragim Magomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SU#
Halid Magomedov stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Ibragim Magomedov to get to his feet.
Halid Magomedov leaves Ibragim Magomedov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It looked like Halid Magomedov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Halid Magomedov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Halid Magomedov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ibragim Magomedov. #CL#
Halid Magomedov has managed to clinch. #TD#
Halid Magomedov pulls guard effortlessly.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control but Halid Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov is trying to control the position but Ibragim Magomedov postures up.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ibragim Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Halid Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Halid Magomedov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Ibragim Magomedov dives into side control.
Halid Magomedov is not content to let Ibragim Magomedov control the position.
Halid Magomedov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Ibragim Magomedov looking to control but Halid Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Halid Magomedov working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Halid Magomedov tries to hold on but Ibragim Magomedov pushes him away.
Ibragim Magomedov raining down shots from the mount!
Halid Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Halid Magomedov's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halid Magomedov regains half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov blocks the strikes from Halid Magomedov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Halid Magomedov takes a head kick and keeps coming. #TD#
Halid Magomedov gets the takedown into side control.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to bench press Halid Magomedov off him but Halid Magomedov keeps the position.
Ibragim Magomedov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Halid Magomedov passes into side control, despite Ibragim Magomedov's attempt to control the position.
Halid Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ibragim Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Ibragim Magomedov misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov tries for a kimura but Ibragim Magomedov is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ibragim Magomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Halid Magomedov keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
A control attempt from Ibragim Magomedov but he's now mounted!
Ibragim Magomedov wants to hold on but Halid Magomedov pushes him away.
Ibragim Magomedov really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov working for a guillotine from mount but Ibragim Magomedov is in no mood to give up.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to hold on but Halid Magomedov pushes him away.
Halid Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ibragim Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ibragim Magomedov wants to control but Halid Magomedov is having none of it.#SU#
Halid Magomedov stands up from mount. Strange move. #T2#
Ibragim Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Halid Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Ibragim Magomedov.
A bone on bone clash there as Ibragim Magomedov blocks the leg kick.
Halid Magomedov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ibragim Magomedov. #TD#
Halid Magomedov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ibragim Magomedov quickly recovers to half guard.#SU#
Halid Magomedov decides to stand up. #TD#
Halid Magomedov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Halid Magomedov taking a breather here. #T3#
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Halid Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Halid Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Halid Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ibragim Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ibragim Magomedov pushes Halid Magomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Halid Magomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Ibragim Magomedov trying to control but Halid Magomedov flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to break free. #SUB#
Ibragim Magomedov fending off the submission attempt from Halid Magomedov. #T4#
Halid Magomedov not allowing Ibragim Magomedov to control his hands.
Can Ibragim Magomedov hold on?! Halid Magomedov is landing more strikes to his hapless foe. #SUB#
Halid Magomedov tightening his grip on Ibragim Magomedov, looking for the choke.
Ibragim Magomedov is trying to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Ibragim Magomedov showing good submission defense here.
Ibragim Magomedov is in bad spot here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Halid Magomedov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 26, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Rashid Magomedov tries to sprawl but Halid Magomedov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Halid Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Halid Magomedov stalling away here and it's allowed Rashid Magomedov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Rashid Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Rashid Magomedov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Rashid Magomedov has wrist control.
Halid Magomedov trying to control but Rashid Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Halid Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rashid Magomedov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Halid Magomedov wants to stand but Rashid Magomedov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Rashid Magomedov looking for subs off his back but Halid Magomedov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Halid Magomedov trying to control from Rashid Magomedov's half guard. Rashid Magomedov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rashid Magomedov really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Rashid Magomedov pulls Halid Magomedov in to control the position.
Halid Magomedov working some strikes from top position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Halid Magomedov won't allow Rashid Magomedov to sweep him here.
Rashid Magomedov looking to control.
Rashid Magomedov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Halid Magomedov dives into side control.
You can see the frustration on Rashid Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rashid Magomedov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Halid Magomedov's guard! Nice work there by Rashid Magomedov!
Rashid Magomedov pushes down on Halid Magomedov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Halid Magomedov keeping hold of Rashid Magomedov's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
Rashid Magomedov wants to take a breather but Halid Magomedov is having none of it.
Halid Magomedov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Halid Magomedov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rashid Magomedov controlling the pace.
Rashid Magomedov prevents Halid Magomedov from standing back up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Still in half guard, Rashid Magomedov seems content to control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Halid Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.
Halid Magomedov is trying to stand back up but Rashid Magomedov is controlling him #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Halid Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Rashid Magomedov.
A right hand to the body from Rashid Magomedov. #TD#
Rashid Magomedov pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Rashid Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rashid Magomedov holds on and takes a little breather.
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 Rashid Magomedov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Halid Magomedov tries to clinch but Rashid Magomedov moves out of range.
As Halid Magomedov tries to get set, Rashid Magomedov tries to push him back and clinch up but Halid Magomedov manages to avoid the attempt.
Rashid Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rashid Magomedov throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Halid Magomedov counters with a takedown into side control.
Rashid Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Halid Magomedov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Rashid Magomedov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
You can see the frustration on Rashid Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov tries to move to mount but Rashid Magomedov blocks the move with his legs.
Rashid Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet.#T1#
Halid Magomedov takes advantage of some sloppy striking from Rashid Magomedov to pass into mount.
Rashid Magomedov wants to hold on but Halid Magomedov pushes him away.
BOOM! Halid Magomedov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Halid Magomedov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Rashid Magomedov's face.
Halid Magomedov landing shots from mount.
Rashid Magomedov taking shots to the head.
Rashid Magomedov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rashid Magomedov regains half guard.
Rashid Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Rashid Magomedov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Rashid Magomedov trying to control but Halid Magomedov postures up.
Rashid Magomedov is trying is best to control the position here.
Rashid Magomedov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rashid Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Halid Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Halid Magomedov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Halid Magomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Halid Magomedov wants to control from the top but Rashid Magomedov keeps moving. #SUB#
Rashid Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Halid Magomedov defends well.
Rashid Magomedov is looking to stand back up but Halid Magomedov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Rashid Magomedov. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Rashid Magomedov is trying to maintain the position but Halid Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Halid Magomedov is just content to waste time from the top position. Rashid Magomedov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Rashid Magomedov controls Halid Magomedov momentarily but Halid Magomedov frees himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rashid Magomedov has his hands on Halid Magomedov's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rashid Magomedov shoots in for a double leg but Halid Magomedov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Halid Magomedov breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Halid Magomedov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Rashid Magomedov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Halid Magomedov's best efforts.
Rashid Magomedov is trying to stand up here but Halid Magomedov is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halid Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rashid Magomedov defending well though.
Rashid Magomedov tries to kick Halid Magomedov off but Halid Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Halid Magomedov wants to stand up but Rashid Magomedov has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Halid Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Rashid Magomedov defending well. #T1#
Rashid Magomedov trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Rashid Magomedov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Halid Magomedov!
You can see the frustration on Halid Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rashid Magomedov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Halid Magomedov!
Halid Magomedov can't escape the position. #T2#
Rashid Magomedov wants to control the pace but Halid Magomedov is squirming around nicely.
Rashid Magomedov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Halid Magomedov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Rashid Magomedov tries to stand and escape but Halid Magomedov is controlling the position.
Halid Magomedov manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Halid Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Rashid Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Rashid Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Rashid Magomedov controlling from the top position.
Halid Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#ES2#
Halid Magomedov has his feet on Rashid Magomedov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Rashid Magomedov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rashid Magomedov.#T4#
Rashid Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Rashid Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Rashid Magomedov's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD2#
Halid Magomedov jumps guard.
Rashid Magomedov wants to stand but Halid Magomedov is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Halid Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Rashid Magomedov pushes his legs off easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halid Magomedov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Halid Magomedov.
I think Halid Magomedov 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 23, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aliev was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Aliev shoots for a double leg takedown but Magomedov sprawls well. He's pushed Aliev's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Magomedov circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a single leg into guard. Aliev didn't expect that.
Aliev has momentary wrist control but Magomedov slips an elbow through the middle.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Nice strikes from Magomedov there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Magomedov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aliev defends it well.
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Magomedov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Magomedov controlling the position easily from mount. #T2##SUB2#
Magomedov is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Aliev can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3##SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine from mount but Aliev is having none of it. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to isolate an arm here. Aliev doesn't see it coming and as Magomedov extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 21, 2018

#R1#
Aliev lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Aliev.
Aliev throws a sloppy head kick and Magomedov moves out of range easily.
Aliev throws a head kick but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Aliev manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Magomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Aliev wants to stand up but Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov works over Aliev with some ground and pound from guard.
Magomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SU#
Magomedov stands up and waves to Aliev to follow him. #T1##TD#
Magomedov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Aliev looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Magomedov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Aliev tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Check out the look on Magomedov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Check out the look on Magomedov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Aliev can't do much from the bottom here.
Magomedov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Aliev wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Aliev being controlled for a moment.
Magomedov 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.#SU#
Magomedov has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T3#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Aliev tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Aliev manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Magomedov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Aliev tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Magomedov is in Aliev's guard.
Magomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Magomedov passes Aliev's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Magomedov controlling the action here.
Aliev is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aliev avoid being mounted?
Aliev looks winded!#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aliev defends it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
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. Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Aliev's temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Aliev tries to clinch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Aliev circles away.
Magomedov sets himself, and Aliev steps forward looking for the clinch! Magomedov avoids it this time.#TD#
Magomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Aliev tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB#
Magomedov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Halid Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Aliev is trying to break free.
Magomedov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Aliev doesn't escape. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for the choke from the back position but Aliev is controlling his hands well. #T1##SUB#
Magomedov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Magomedov controls the position.#SUB#
Magomedov has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Aliev is defending well but eventually Magomedov manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Aliev has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 19, 2018

#R1#
Magomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Wells sprawls well.
Wells looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#CL2#
Magomedov drives through and clinches with Wells against the cage. #TD#
Wells pulls guard.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wells is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wells is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov won't allow Wells to sweep him here.
Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Wells wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Wells wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov passes into half guard.
Magomedov wants to stand up but Wells is controlling the position.
Wells is looking to escape.
Wells makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Wells.
Wells 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#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Wells is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magomedov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Wells. #T2#
Magomedov is holding on to half guard well.
Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Magomedov manages to get to full guard.
Magomedov has Wells pulled in close to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Wells is controlling him. #T3#
Wells preventing the sweep.
Wells in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wells wants to stand but Magomedov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Wells 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.
Wells loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Wells from controlling successfully.
Wells connects with a couple of short punches.
Wells throws a strike but Magomedov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Wells's brow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Wells manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Magomedov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Magomedov pulls Wells in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Magomedov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Wells tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Trevor Wells 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##CL2#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Wells, pushing him back against the cage.
Wells is trying to drag Magomedov to the mat but Magomedov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Wells gets underhooks to prevent Magomedov's takedown attempt.
Magomedov is pushing Wells up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knees in the clinch landing for Wells.
Magomedov avoiding damage. #TD2#
Magomedov has picked Wells up - he's going for a ride! Magomedov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#ES#
Wells makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T1##CL2#
Wells tries to keep at a distance but Magomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Wells has clasped his hands together around Magomedov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Magomedov is not content to let Wells control the position.
Wells throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Wells working the ground and pound but Magomedov is defending the strikes.
Magomedov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Wells is controlling him well.
Wells is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Wells's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Wells takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Magomedov is looking to escape.
Trevor Wells overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wells looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
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!
Magomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Wells.
Wells sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Magomedov defending well though. #T3#
Wells is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Wells is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Wells thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Magomedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wells's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wells's back!
Wells is trying to get back to his feet but Magomedov has full control of the position and if anything, Wells has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Magomedov is trying to stick to Wells's back but Wells is turning into Magomedov. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Magomedov's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Wells.#SUB#
Wells has gone for a leg lock! Magomedov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Wells's guard.#REVB#
Wells looking for a sweep. Not yet Wells, not yet.
Magomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Wells's guard.
Magomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Wells 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.
Wells looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Wells looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Magomedov wants to work for an arm triangle but Wells is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Magomedov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Trevor Wells will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Wells.
Magomedov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Wells is controlling him well.
Wells throws a strike aimed at the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov avoids it well.
Sloppy strikes there by Wells.
Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard.
Wells connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Magomedov some visible discomfort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wells working the head with strikes.
The strikes coming from Wells are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Magomedov avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Wells. #T1#
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wells wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Magomedov wants to control but Wells postures up.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wells scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Magomedov to see if he's OK.
Wells is trying to ground and pound but Magomedov uses the momentary lack of control by Wells to regain half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Wells.
Magomedov trying to control but Wells postures up.
Wells misses with a head shot. Magomedov uses the momentum to regain guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wells defends it easily.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Wells controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Magomedov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wells throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Wells is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Wells gets back to half guard.
Wells moves into full guard.
Wells looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Magomedov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T4#
Wells regains full guard. Nicely done.
Magomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wells bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. #REVR#
Magomedov trying to control the position.
Wells not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Wells content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Magomedov is trying to control the position but Wells postures up.
Wells lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Wells from controlling successfully.
Halid Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Trevor Wells is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Wells has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Magomedov is proving hard to escape from.

And that's the end of the fight!
Trevor Wells showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Wells, 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Trevor Wells!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 17, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Stalling in the clinch from Magomedov.
Ferguson is working for takedown but Magomedov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov stops a takedown attempt from Ferguson.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD2#
Magomedov has hold of one of Ferguson's legs. Ferguson is fighting the takedown attempt but Magomedov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Ferguson looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Magomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Magomedov pushing down on Ferguson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #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.
Magomedov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Ferguson is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov. #T3#
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Magomedov 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. #SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be looking for submissions.
Magomedov content to control rather than advance. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Magomedov wants to work for an arm triangle but Ferguson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Ferguson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ferguson counters with a low kick, right behind Magomedov 's knee. #CL2#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Ferguson blocks it.
Ferguson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Magomedov fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Magomedov clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Magomedov.
Ferguson avoids the elbow strike from Magomedov, against the cage. #T1##TD2#
Magomedov pulls guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ferguson defends it easily.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Ferguson has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Magomedov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Ferguson is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Magomedov pulls down on the head and he's put Ferguson to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Halid Magomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 15, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
William wants a takedown but no success here. #TD2#
Magomedov pulls guard effortlessly.
William throwing strikes from guard but Magomedov blocks nicely.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but William controlling him for the moment.
Magomedov is controlling William's posture.
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov has control of William's left arm, preventing William from doing any damage.
Magomedov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Magomedov has his foot on William's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. William works his way back into a safe position though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
William wants to get up but he can't break Magomedov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
William gets caught flat footed, as Magomedov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
William wants to stand up but Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of William is proving hard to escape from.
William being controlled here, momentarily.
William preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
William wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Magomedov manages to pass to side control.
William is trying to stand up here but Magomedov is controlling him well. #ES#
William kicks Magomedov off and gets back to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from William.#CL2#
Magomedov drives through and clinches with William against the cage. #TD2#
Magomedov gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T3#
William trying to control from the bottom.
William tries to kick Magomedov off in order to stand up. Magomedov Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Magomedov wants to stand but William has his arm trapped.
William is being controlled here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
William is trying to control Magomedov's posture but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov scoring with punches and elbows.
William struggling a bit here.
William tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4##SU2#
Magomedov stands up. #TD2#
Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into William's guard.
Magomedov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
William wants to stand and escape but Magomedov is having none of it.
William keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
William trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Magomedov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
William has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Magomedov after a bit of a struggle.
William being controlled against the cage.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Magomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Magomedov is standing up over William. William looks to escape but Magomedov dives into side control. #REVR#
Magomedov controlling from side mount. #T1##SU2#
Magomedov stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Magomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.
William is trying to stand up here but Magomedov is controlling him well. #T2#
Ground and pound from Magomedov.
William is trying to stand up here but Magomedov is controlling him well.
Magomedov is trying to control the action in half guard but William is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for a kimura but William is defending it quite comfortably.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but William does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
William trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
Still in half guard, Magomedov seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and William counters with a series of strikes. Magomedov will be more careful next time no doubt. #TD2#
Magomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Magomedov trying to control the action but William is working from the bottom.
Magomedov wants to stand but William is controlling his arm.#T4#
William wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov drags him back down.
William is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Magomedov working the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but William sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Magomedov wants to stand but William has his arm trapped.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Halid Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Magomedov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from William.
William throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Magomedov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Magomedov working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
William is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. William is keeping the position for now.
William wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Magomedov wants to stand but William is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
William wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Halid Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #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.
William tries to pull guard but Magomedov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Magomedov stalls.
Magomedov stops a takedown attempt from William.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fabian William. That's going to take a lot out of him.
William tries for a takedown. No joy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Magomedov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
William throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#CL2#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
William is trying to pull guard but Magomedov has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Magomedov is trying to trip William. He has hold of a leg but William is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Magomedov persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T3#
William is looking to stand up but Magomedov isn't so interested in that idea.
William keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #SU2#
William is working an open guard so Magomedov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. William did well to prevent Magomedov getting side control.
William is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Magomedov looking to control but William is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
You get the feeling that William really doesn't like being in this position too much. #T4##SUB2#
Magomedov looking to secure an arm triangle but William defends it well.
Magomedov raining down hammerfists from mount.
BOOM! Magomedov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
William tries to buck Magomedov off but he can't manage it.
Magomedov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Magomedov lands a heavy elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Halid Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Magomedov 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Halid Magomedov!

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