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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 16, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Yaqhar shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Yaqhar was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Yaqhar controlling from side mount.
Arslanbekov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Yaqhar thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Arslanbekov's head.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Yaqhar in particular looking to stall.
Yaqhar thows a huge punch but Arslanbekov dodges it nicely.
Yaqhar prevents Arslanbekov from standing back up.
Yaqhar trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yaqhar is trying to control. Arslanbekov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yaqhar looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Arslanbekov tries to get to full guard but Yaqhar has control of the leg. #T1##SU#
Yaqhar stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Abdulrahman Arslanbekov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arslanbekov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Yaqhar defends well and Arslanbekov ends up having to push Yaqhar into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
As Arslanbekov tries to get set, Yaqhar tries to push him back and clinch up but Arslanbekov manages to avoid the attempt.
Arslanbekov dives in and grabs Yaqhar's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yaqhar pushes down on Arslanbekov's head and hops out.
Yaqhar wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Arslanbekov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL#
and Yaqhar counters by moving into the clinch.
Yaqhar lands a nice elbow.
Nice elbow from Yaqhar. #BC#
Yaqhar's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Arslanbekov drives through and clinches with Yaqhar against the cage.
Arslanbekov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T2##BC#
Yaqhar breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Arslanbekov moves into the clinch successfully.
Arslanbekov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Yaqhar gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Yaqhar presses Arslanbekov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Arslanbekov is trying to break the clinch but Yaqhar is controlling him.#TD#
Yaqhar gets control of Arslanbekov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Yaqhar will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yaqhar keeping moving, preventing Arslanbekov from controlling successfully.
Yaqhar 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#
Yaqhar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3##SUB2#
Arslanbekov actively working from the bottom here.
Yaqhar sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Arslanbekov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Arslanbekov is trying to stand back up but Yaqhar is controlling him
Yaqhar moves into full mount! Arslanbekov won't be happy about that!
Yaqhar wants to control the pace but Arslanbekov is squirming around nicely. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yaqhar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Arslanbekov is trying desperately to improve position.
Yaqhar takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Arslanbekov is squirming around, avoiding Yaqhar's attempts to control the action.
Yaqhar controlling from the full mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arslanbekov is looking to improve his position but Yaqhar isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alik Yaqhar 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#
Yaqhar has taken the fight to the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Yaqhar takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD#
Yaqhar lands a takedown into guard.
Arslanbekov keeping moving, preventing Yaqhar from controlling successfully.
Yaqhar tries to free his leg and advance position but Arslanbekov is retaining full guard.
Yaqhar looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yaqhar'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.#T1#
Yaqhar wants to pass the guard but Arslanbekov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yaqhar defends it easily.
Yaqhar trying to control but Arslanbekov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Arslanbekov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Yaqhar trying to control but Arslanbekov is working from the bottom.
Arslanbekov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#T2##SUB2#
Arslanbekov working for a triangle but Yaqhar defends it easily.
Yaqhar trying to control but Arslanbekov is working from the bottom.
Arslanbekov tries to strike from the bottom.
Yaqhar stays in close to Arslanbekov's body and controls the position.
Further stalling from Yaqhar.#T3#
Yaqhar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arslanbekov is keeping the position for now.
Yaqhar trying to control the position from guard on top but Arslanbekov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Arslanbekov trying to strike off his back.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Arslanbekov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yaqhar, pushing him back against the cage.
Yaqhar is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T4##BC#
Yaqhar breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Arslanbekov drives through and clinches with Yaqhar against the cage.
#BC#
Yaqhar's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Arslanbekov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Yaqhar is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Arslanbekov.#CL2#
Arslanbekov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Arslanbekov tries to circle away but Yaqhar has him pinned against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Yaqhar has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Arslanbekov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arslanbekov can't escape the position.
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 Alik Yaqhar 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Arslanbekov fails with the takedown#CL#
and Yaqhar counters by clinching up. #TD#
Yaqhar has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Arslanbekov regains guard immediately.
Yaqhar is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Yaqhar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arslanbekov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Yaqhar has managed to get both his arms back between Arslanbekov's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Yaqhar passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yaqhar in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Alik Yaqhar overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Arslanbekov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Yaqhar has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Yaqhar is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Arslanbekov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Arslanbekov striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Yaqhar staying calm.#SU#
Yaqhar decides to take the fight back to the feet. #CL#
Yaqhar takes the fight into the clinch.
Alik Yaqhar is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A bit of stalling here from Yaqhar.
Yaqhar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arslanbekov's elbow.
Arslanbekov is looking to break free of the clinch but Yaqhar has double underhooks.
Arslanbekov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Yaqhar.
#BC#
Yaqhar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Yaqhar with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Arslanbekov throws a body shot but no joy.
Yaqhar seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Arslanbekov moves into the clinch successfully.
Arslanbekov is looking to break free of the clinch but Yaqhar has double underhooks.
The referee is keeping an eye on Yaqhar - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#TD#
Yaqhar drags the fight down to the ground.
Arslanbekov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Arslanbekov throwing strikes but missing.
Yaqhar wants to sweep here but Arslanbekov controlling him for the moment.
Yaqhar knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Arslanbekov on the ground.#T4#
Arslanbekov throwing strikes but missing.
Arslanbekov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Arslanbekov lands a couple of digs.
Arslanbekov wants to stand but Yaqhar has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arslanbekov trying to control but Yaqhar is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alik Yaqhar showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Yaqhar 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alik Yaqhar!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Arslanbekov tries to clinch up#TD#
and Harrell counters with a takedown into side control.
Arslanbekov is pushing Harrell's head away, looking to escape. Harrell manages to hold on to the position though.
You can see the frustration on Arslanbekov's face as Harrell controls the position.
Arslanbekov throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Arslanbekov wants to get back to his feet but Harrell is dominant here and he's now got Arslanbekov's back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arslanbekov wants to escape the position.
Arslanbekov is trying to get back to his feet but Harrell has full control of the position and if anything, Arslanbekov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
What can Arslanbekov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Arslanbekov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T1#
Harrell doesn't have the hooks in and Arslanbekov manages to turn into his guard.
Arslanbekov wants to get up but he can't break Harrell's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Arslanbekov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Arslanbekov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Arslanbekov won't allow Harrell to sweep him here.
Harrell is breathing heavily.
Arslanbekov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Arslanbekov throws a big elbow that misses.
Harrell looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Arslanbekov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Harrell is proving hard to escape from. #T2#
Arslanbekov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Arslanbekov wants to control from the top but Harrell keeps moving.
Arslanbekov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Arslanbekov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Harrell is trying to hold Arslanbekov in close to prevent damage but Arslanbekov has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3#
Arslanbekov is trying to control. Harrell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Harrell on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Harrell tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Harrell is just riding it out for now. Arslanbekov eventually gives up the hold.
Arslanbekov throws a strike but Harrell avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Arslanbekov is looking to work some ground and pound but Harrell has wrist control.
Arslanbekov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Arslanbekov is fighting to break Harrell's control of his arms but Harrell is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Arslanbekov gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Harrell is defending against the submission attempts here by Arslanbekov.
Harrell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Abdulrahman Arslanbekov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Arslanbekov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Arslanbekov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Arslanbekov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Harrell rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Arslanbekov's guard! Nice work there by Harrell!
Harrell won't allow Arslanbekov to get back to his feet.
Harrell cracks Arslanbekov with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Abdulrahman Arslanbekov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Harrell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Harrell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Harrell won't allow Arslanbekov to get back to his feet. #T1#
Harrell working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Harrell looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Arslanbekov has his foot on Harrell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Harrell works his way back into a safe position though.
Harrell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Harrell working some strikes from top position.
Harrell is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Arslanbekov is striking but Harrell is not phased and passes to half guard.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Harrell. Oh but Arslanbekov has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Harrell goes limp - he's gone! Arslanbekov jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Abdulrahman Arslanbekov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Arslanbekov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Foster counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Arslanbekov dives in for a single leg takedown but Foster sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Foster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Arslanbekov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Foster.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Arslanbekov.
Brad Foster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abdulrahman Arslanbekov.
Arslanbekov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arslanbekov tries to clinch there but Foster circles away.
Arslanbekov throws a sloppy head kick and Foster moves out of range easily.
Arslanbekov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Foster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A right-left combo lands from Arslanbekov.
Arslanbekov throws a right and a left that Foster avoids nicely. #T1#
Arslanbekov shoots in looking for a takedown but Foster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Arslanbekov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Arslanbekov dives in for a single leg takedown but Foster sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Arslanbekov misses with a takedown attempt
and Foster counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Arslanbekov looks winded!
Arslanbekov misses with a hook.
Foster scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Arslanbekov tries to score with a low kick but Foster moves his leg out of the way.#CL#
Foster drives through and clinches with Arslanbekov against the cage.
#BC#
Foster breaks the clinch.
Foster looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Arslanbekov is looking to clinch.
Foster lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Arslanbekov wants to clinch.#T2##CL#
Foster has managed to clinch.
Arslanbekov prevents a takedown attempt there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A bit of stalling here from Foster.
Foster is pressed up against the cage. Arslanbekov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Foster down to the mat. Foster avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Arslanbekov moves into the clinch.#BC#
Foster manages to break the clinch.
Arslanbekov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Foster.
Arslanbekov fails to land the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Foster tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T3#
Arslanbekov darts in looking for a takedown but Foster gets double underhooks and turns Arslanbekov into the cage.
Foster shoots in for a takedown but Arslanbekov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Foster misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Foster.
No joy there for Foster, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Arslanbekov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL#
Foster moves into the clinch successfully.
Arslanbekov is pressed up against the cage. Foster has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Arslanbekov down to the mat. Arslanbekov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Arslanbekov throws a sloppy head kick and Foster moves out of range easily.
Arslanbekov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Foster circles away.
Foster shoots in looking for a takedown but Arslanbekov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Foster's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T4#
Foster shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Arslanbekov lands a nice shot that snaps Foster's head back.
Foster closes this distance looking for a takedown but Arslanbekov circles away.
As Foster backs off Arslanbekov throws a huge counter combo but Foster manages to avoid it all.
Foster stuffs the takedown.
Foster is looking for a counter combo.#CL#
Foster drives through and clinches with Arslanbekov against the cage.
Foster has Arslanbekov pressed against the cage, preventing Arslanbekov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Arslanbekov is working for takedown but Foster is calmly controlling the position for now.
Foster lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arslanbekov prevents the takedown attempt.
Foster has Arslanbekov pressed against the cage, preventing Arslanbekov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Arslanbekov wants a takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brad Foster dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Arslanbekov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Foster circles away.
Arslanbekov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Arslanbekov swings widly with a right hand
and Foster counters with a thumping low kick.
Arslanbekov shoots in but Foster avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Arslanbekov connects with the punch.
Arslanbekov shoots in looking for a takedown. Foster tries to sprawl out of it but Arslanbekov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Foster manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brad Foster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abdulrahman Arslanbekov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foster lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Arslanbekov wants to clinch up but Foster keeps it at a distance.
Foster moves out of range as Arslanbekov throws a body kick.
Arslanbekov throws a head kick that misses.
Foster feinted with a counter takedown.
Arslanbekov is breathing heavily.
Foster shoots in looking for a takedown. Arslanbekov tries to sprawl out of it but Foster keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Arslanbekov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Foster fails with the takedown.
Arslanbekov unleashes a big counter combination but Foster bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Foster misses with a takedown attempt - Arslanbekov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Foster closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Arslanbekov did well to prevent Foster getting side control.
Foster knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Arslanbekov on the ground.#SUB#
Foster is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
Arslanbekov missing with punches from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Arslanbekov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Arslanbekov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Foster tries to stand and escape but Arslanbekov actually recovers to full guard. #SUB2#
Arslanbekov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Foster defends well.
Arslanbekov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Foster wants to pass the guard but Arslanbekov is keeping the position.
Foster has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Arslanbekov is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Foster showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Foster has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Foster is posturing up here but Arslanbekov has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Foster tries to roll out but it's too tight and Foster has to tap! Slick submission there by Arslanbekov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Abdulrahman Arslanbekov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Arslanbekov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Al Rahman as he jumps to the side.
Arslanbekov wants to clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Arslanbekov. No joy for Al Rahman on that attempt.
Al Rahman misses with a takedown attempt
and Arslanbekov counters with a nice uppercut.
Al Rahman misses with a double jab.
Al Rahman throws a nice looking combination but Arslanbekov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A counter left hand to the body from Arslanbekov misses its target.
Arslanbekov has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arslanbekov fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdulrahman Arslanbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arslanbekov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1#
Al Rahman dives in and grabs Arslanbekov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Arslanbekov pushes down on Al Rahman's head and hops out.
Al Rahman tries for a takedown but Arslanbekov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Al Rahman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Arslanbekov.
Al Rahman shoots in for a takedown but Arslanbekov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Al Rahman as Arslanbekov shoots in.
Al Rahman unleashes a big counter combination but Arslanbekov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Arslanbekov misses with a takedown attempt - Al Rahman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Al Rahman slaps away a takedown attempt from Arslanbekov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Arslanbekov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Al Rahman. Arslanbekov does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Al Rahman moves into the clinch.#T2#
Arslanbekov gets underhooks to prevent Al Rahman's takedown attempt.
Al Rahman tries to score a body lock takedown but Arslanbekov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Arslanbekov is trying to force a seperation but Al Rahman has the dominant position.
Al Rahman tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Arslanbekov fails to pull guard.
Arslanbekov tries to pull guard but Al Rahman forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Al Rahman is trying to drag Arslanbekov to the mat but Arslanbekov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Al Rahman pulls guard successfully.
Arslanbekov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Arslanbekov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Arslanbekov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Al Rahman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Al Rahman keeping moving, preventing Arslanbekov from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Rahman has control of Arslanbekov's left arm, preventing Arslanbekov from doing any damage.
Arslanbekov stops Al Rahman from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Al Rahman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Arslanbekov gets underhooks to prevent Al Rahman's takedown attempt.
Al Rahman misses with a knee to the head. #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.
Arslanbekov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Al Rahman looks winded!#TD2#
Al Rahman jumps guard and drags Arslanbekov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Arslanbekov won't allow Al Rahman to sweep him here.
Arslanbekov trying to control but Al Rahman is working from the bottom.
Arslanbekov slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Al Rahman.
Arslanbekov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Rahman tries to get to full guard but Arslanbekov has control of the leg. #SUB#
Arslanbekov is looking for a kimura but Al Rahman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arslanbekov to get the leverage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hamid Al Rahman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Al Rahman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Arslanbekov counters with a nice body shot.
Al Rahman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Arslanbekov scores with a three punch combo!
Al Rahman misses the jab.
Al Rahman blocks a head kick by Arslanbekov.
Arslanbekov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Al Rahman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Arslanbekov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arslanbekov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Al Rahman circles away.
Arslanbekov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Rahman throws a solid leg kick but Arslanbekov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Al Rahman.
A head kick by Arslanbekov misses #CL2#
and Al Rahman counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T1##BC2#
Al Rahman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Al Rahman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Arslanbekov, pushing him back against the cage.
Al Rahman is pushing Arslanbekov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Arslanbekov taking a breather. #BC2#
Al Rahman breaks from the clinch.
Arslanbekov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Al Rahman is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Al Rahman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Arslanbekov is fending him off so far but Al Rahman persists. Nope, Arslanbekov circles away and we're back to standing.
Arslanbekov misses with a takedown attempt - Al Rahman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Arslanbekov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Abdulrahman Arslanbekov is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Arslanbekov fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdulrahman Arslanbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Rahman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
No luck for Al Rahman with that takedown attempt.
Arslanbekov tries to counter by clinching up but Al Rahman breaks away and moves out of range.#CL2#
Al Rahman pushes Arslanbekov up against the cage in a clinch.
Al Rahman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Arslanbekov just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Arslanbekov jumps guard and drags Al Rahman to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Al Rahman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Arslanbekov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Al Rahman wants to control from the top but Arslanbekov keeps moving. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Arslanbekov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Al Rahman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Al Rahman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Al Rahman sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Arslanbekov wants to clinch up but Al Rahman keeps it at a distance.
Arslanbekov misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Al Rahman counters by clinching up.
Arslanbekov is trying to break the clinch but Al Rahman is controlling him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arslanbekov stops a takedown attempt from Al Rahman.
Arslanbekov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Al Rahman walks away with a smile on his face. Arslanbekov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Al Rahman moves into range and clinches up with Arslanbekov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Hamid Al Rahman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes 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#
Arslanbekov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Al Rahman back to the cage. Arslanbekov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Al Rahman throws a head kick that Arslanbekov semi-blocks.
Al Rahman slips a jab and a cross from Arslanbekov.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Rahman.
Arslanbekov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Al Rahman has a takedown stuffed.
Arslanbekov tries for a takedown but Al Rahman sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Arslanbekov tries to clinch up but Al Rahman circles away and keeps his distance.
Al Rahman throws a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arslanbekov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Rahman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Arslanbekov wants to clinch up but Al Rahman keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Arslanbekov avoids the head kick by Al Rahman.
Al Rahman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Al Rahman shoots in but no luck this time.
Abdulrahman Arslanbekov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hamid Al Rahman.
Arslanbekov shoots in for a double leg but Al Rahman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Arslanbekov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Al Rahman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Al Rahman misses with a kick to the body.
Al Rahman tries for a takedown but Arslanbekov circles away easily
and Arslanbekov counters with a left to the body.
Arslanbekov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Al Rahman sprawls well. Al Rahman wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Arslanbekov gets slowly back to his feet.
Al Rahman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Arslanbekov shoots in looking for a takedown. Al Rahman tries to sprawl out of it but Arslanbekov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Al Rahman manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Arslanbekov tries to clinch but Al Rahman moves out of range.
Arslanbekov dives in for a single leg takedown but Al Rahman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Arslanbekov fails with the takedown.
Arslanbekov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Arslanbekov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Al Rahman - the referee stops the clock and Arslanbekov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Al Rahman. Arslanbekov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Arslanbekov takes one to the side of the head.
Arslanbekov wants to clinch up but Al Rahman keeps it at a distance.
Arslanbekov backing away here, and Al Rahman unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#CL2#
Arslanbekov tries to keep at a distance but Al Rahman has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3##TD2#
Al Rahman jumps guard and drags Arslanbekov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Arslanbekov preventing the sweep.
Al Rahman trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Al Rahman has his hands on Arslanbekov's head, controlling the position.
Al Rahman working a defensive guard here.
Arslanbekov 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.
Arslanbekov distracts Al Rahman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#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.
Arslanbekov looking to sit in guard and control but Al Rahman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Al Rahman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arslanbekov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Al Rahman has managed to get both his arms back between Arslanbekov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Arslanbekov is looking for a triangle but Al Rahman pushes his legs off easily.
Al Rahman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Arslanbekov's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Arslanbekov looking for submissions off his back.
Abdulrahman Arslanbekov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hamid Al Rahman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Al Rahman works his way into full mount!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hamid Al Rahman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Al Rahman has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hamid Al Rahman!
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