Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: EFC 22
Date: Aug 05, 2021

#R1#
Johnson misses with a hook.
Johnson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Viktorov manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Johnson, as that shot connected.
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Viktorov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Johnson connects with a body shot that sends Viktorov's belly button to the back.
Johnson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Johnson.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Johnson.
Johnson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Viktorov's elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Johnson.
A short uppercut from Johnson.
Johnson pushes Viktorov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Viktorov blocks a body shot from Johnson.
Johnson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Johnson.
Viktorov blocks an uppercut.
Viktorov jumps guard but Johnson stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
CJ Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Johnson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Viktorov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Johnson.
Viktorov flicks out a counter leg kick but Johnson steps away.
Johnson throws a shot from downtown. Viktorov moves away and avoids it.
Viktorov moves away from the strike by Johnson.
Viktorov wants to clinch.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Viktorov is out of range. #T2#
Johnson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Viktorov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Johnson misses its intended target.
Johnson misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Viktorov! But no joy.
Johnson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Viktorov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Viktorov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson misses with some punches.
Johnson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Johnson swings wildly with an uppercut but Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards. #T3#
Viktorov jumps guard but Johnson stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Johnson pushes Viktorov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Johnson.
Viktorov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Johnson.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Viktorov blocks an uppercut.
Johnson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Johnson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards. #TD2#
Viktorov jumps guard and drags Johnson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Johnson wants to stand but Viktorov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Johnson stands up and waves to Viktorov to follow him.
Johnson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Johnson throws a body punch but Viktorov moves out of range.
Johnson missing with a left hand there. Viktorov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A countering left hand to the body from Viktorov misses.
Danga de danga de dang - Johnson scores with a four punch combination!#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Johnson with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
Johnson works the jab nicely.
Johnson scores with a nice right hand.
Johnson misses with a left hand
and Viktorov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Johnson misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Viktorov counters by moving into the clinch.
Johnson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Johnson lands a shoulder strike.
Johnson swings wildly with an uppercut but Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Johnson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Good body shot from Johnson.
Viktorov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Johnson working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Johnson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Johnson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Johnson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Johnson throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.
Johnson misses with a straight right.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Viktorov moves out of range.
Johnson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Viktorov can do to turn this around?
Viktorov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A countering left hand to the body from Viktorov misses.#CL2#
Viktorov pushes Johnson up against the cage in a clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Johnson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Viktorov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Johnson misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Johnson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Viktorovs head.
Viktorov jumps guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Viktorov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Johnson scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Johnson smiles and moves away.
CJ Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Viktorov ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Viktorov throws out a counter right but Johnson avoids it with no problem.
Johnson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T1#
Viktorov ducks right into an uppercut from Johnson.
Johnson swinging wildly here.
Viktorov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Johnson misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Viktorov misses the target.
Johnson lands a nice looking body shot.
Johnson throws an off balance right hand
and Viktorov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Johnson misses the shot to the body.
Johnson looks to score with a jab to the body but Viktorov is just out of range.
Viktorov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Viktorov.
Johnson throws an overhand right that lands on Viktorov's shoulder, as Viktorov tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Viktorov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Johnson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Johnson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Johnson misses with a right hand
and Viktorov counters with a right hand to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
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!
Nice cross by Johnson.
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Viktorov saw that one coming.
Viktorov unleashes a big counter combination but Johnson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Viktorov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson.
A big right from Johnson misses. #T3#
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Viktorov moved out of range nicely.
Viktorov tries to counter with a clinch but Johnson shakes him off and moves away.
Johnson feints a jab promting Viktorov to slip. Johnson then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Viktorov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Johnson misses with a straight right.
Johnson throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.
Viktorov throws out a counter right but Johnson avoids it with no problem.
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Viktorov saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Johnson misses its intended target.
Viktorov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice defenses there by Viktorov.
Viktorov wants to clinch up but Johnson keeps it at a distance.
Johnson lands with a nice combination. Viktorov backs away looking to recover.
Johnson thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Viktorov tries to clinch there but Johnson circles away.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson connects with a body shot that sends Viktorov's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Johnson throws a nice looking combination but Viktorov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Viktorov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A punch combination from Johnson misses.
Viktorov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Johnson. #TD2#
Viktorov gets the takedown into side control.
Johnson holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#SUB2#
Viktorov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Johnson, who protects the arm well.
Johnson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Johnson 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.#R3#
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
CJ Johnson is winning the standup battle so far.
Johnson lands with a right hand.
Johnson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Viktorov.
Viktorov ducks right into an uppercut from Johnson.
Viktorov ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Johnson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Johnson throws a body punch but Viktorov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Johnson misses with a wild body shot.
Johnson sets himself, and Viktorov steps forward looking for the clinch! Johnson avoids it this time.
Viktorov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Viktorov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Johnson throws a poor cross that misses
and Viktorov counters with a right hand to the body.
Viktorov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson.
Viktorov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Johnson misses with a straight left.
Viktorov ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Johnson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Viktorov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson.
Johnson swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Viktorov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Johnson lands an uppercut.#TD2#
Viktorov jumps guard and drags Johnson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T2##SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Johnson defends well.#SU#
Johnson stands up from Viktorov's guard - Johnson perhaps looking for a knockout.
Viktorov avoids the body shot from Johnson.
Viktorov flicks out a counter leg kick but Johnson steps away.
Johnson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Viktorov.
Viktorov misses with a low kick.
Viktorov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Viktorov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Viktorov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
Viktorov slips a straight right by Johnson.
Viktorov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Johnson throws a big shot that misses.
Viktorov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Johnson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice side step and Viktorov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Viktorov.
Viktorov is looking for the big counter here.
Viktorov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice side step and Viktorov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Johnson misses with a hook. Viktorov ducked under it nicely.
Viktorov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Viktorov drives through and clinches with Johnson against the cage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson won't allow it.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
CJ Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short left from Johnson.
A shot in the inside from Johnson.
Viktorov jumps guard but Johnson stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Johnson tries to throw a body punch but Viktorov avoids it by throwing Johnson back against the cage.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Johnson. #T4#
Johnson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Johnson tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Johnson gets through Viktorov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Johnson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson lands with a short shot to the head.
Johnson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Johnson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Johnson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Johnson misses with some punches.
Johnson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Johnson works on Viktorov's body with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Johnson clearly takes that round.
That's time! Johnson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R4#
Nice cross by Johnson.
Johnson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Johnson throws a lazy uppercut
and Viktorov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Johnson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Johnson wants it to stay on the feet.
Johnson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Johnson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Viktorov is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Viktorov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Johnson rather than just go for the knockout.
Johnson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Johnson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson misses with a looping left.#T1#
Viktorov defending well as Johnson loads up on a big left hand.
Johnson lands a nice hook to Viktorov's body. Viktorov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Viktorov.
A big right from Johnson misses.
Viktorov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Viktorov slips the punch.
CJ Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Viktorov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
Viktorov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Johnson catches Viktorov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Johnson misses with a lunging right hand
and Viktorov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
CJ Johnson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Viktorov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Johnson manages to avoid it.#T2#
Johnson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Viktorov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Johnson throws the left hand but Viktorov avoids the punch easily.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Viktorov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Johnson moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromViktorov.
Johnson throws the left hand but Viktorov avoids the punch easily.
Viktorov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Viktorov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Johnson throws a jab when Viktorov was well out of range.
Johnson misses with a hook
and Viktorov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Viktorov slips a straight right by Johnson.
Viktorov slips under a jab from Johnson.#T3##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Johnson enables Viktorov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Johnson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Johnson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Viktorov wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Johnson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Viktorov passes Johnson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
CJ Johnson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Viktorov 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.
Johnson keeping control of the position. #T4##SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Johnson is defending against the submission attempts here by Viktorov.
Aleksey Viktorov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Viktorov looking for a submission but Johnson manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
CJ Johnson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Johnson, 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 4 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for CJ Johnson!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for CJ Johnson!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for CJ Johnson!

CJ Johnson wins by unanimous decision!
A victorious CJ Johnson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EFC 20
Date: Jul 20, 2021

#R1##CL#
Austin has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Viktorov successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Viktorov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Austin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Austin defends it easily. #SUB2#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Austin defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Austin would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1##SUB2#
Austin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viktorov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Austin has managed to get both his arms back between Viktorov's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Viktorov has his foot on Austin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Austin works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking for subs off his back but Austin has passed one foot through into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Viktorov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Austin wants to get up but he can't break Viktorov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T2##SU#
Austin decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Viktorov, up you get!
Viktorov throws a hook but Austin blocks it.#CL#
Austin clinches up with Viktorov and pushes him back against the cage.
Austin tries a knee to the head but Viktorov blocks it.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Austin walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Austin tries to bum rush Viktorov with a series of wild strikes but Viktorov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Viktorov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Austin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Viktorov, pushing him back against the cage.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Austin walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Austin moves out of range of the body kick.
Austin feints and then cracks Viktorov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Viktorov down. #T3#
Austin misses with a looping left.
Viktorov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Austin.
Viktorov blocks a leg kick.
A nice side step and Viktorov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Austin throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.
Viktorov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Austin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Austin walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kyle Austin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Austin moves out of range.
Austin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Viktorov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Austin moves away.
Kyle Austin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A lazy left from Austin finds it's target.
Viktorov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Austin.#T4#
Austin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Austin moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Viktorov pulls guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Austin is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Austin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SU#
Austin stands up from Viktorov's guard - Austin perhaps looking for a knockout.
Austin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Viktorov. That did some damage!#CL#
Austin has closed the distance and engaged Viktorov in a clinch.
Austin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kyle Austin dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL#
Austin moves into range and clinches up with Viktorov.
Austin misses with an elbow over the top.
Austin missing with knees to the body.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Austin to keep the fight standing.
Austin lands a nice knee to the body.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Austin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Austin won't allow it.
Kyle Austin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.#TD2#
Viktorov successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Austin stacks Viktorov 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 Austin!
Viktorov is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Austin working away.
Viktorov is looking for a sweep.
Austin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Viktorov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.#SU#
Austin stands up and beckons Viktorov to join him on the feet.
Austin wants to land a leg kick but Viktorov is out of range.
Viktorov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Austin lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Austin is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Viktorov moves away from the strike by Austin.
Viktorov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL#
Austin clinches with his opponent.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Austin won't allow it. #TD2#
Viktorov pulls guard successfully.
Viktorov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SUB2#
Viktorov has his foot on Austin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Austin works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Austin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Austin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Viktorov on the ground.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking for subs off his back but Austin has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Austin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Viktorov is looking for a sweep. Austin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB2#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SU#
Austin escapes and gets back to his feet.
Austin throws a low kick but Viktorov moves out of range easily.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Austin rushes Viktorov and presses him up against the cage.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Austin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Austin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Viktorov.
Austin missing with knees to the body. #TD2#
Viktorov manages to pull guard. #T4##SUB2#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Austin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Austin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Austin is looking to stand up but Viktorov won't let him. #SUB2#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Austin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Austin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Austin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Austin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Austin has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Viktorov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Austin is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Viktorov pulls down on the head and he's put Austin to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aleksey Viktorov!
After the big win, Aleksey Viktorov made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors EFC Threads and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: SMASH: Asai vs Viktorov
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
Asai lands a jab to Viktorov's midsection.
Asai smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Asai getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Both fighters circling a little - Asai finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #CL2#
Viktorov has Asai up against the cage in a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Viktorov 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.#BC#
Asai breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Asai with a nice calf kick.
Nice defenses there by Viktorov.
Asai keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Viktorov takes the fight into the clinch.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Asai walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Asai throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Asai . Viktorov shrugs it off though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Asai fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Viktorov.
Viktorov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Asai stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Asai wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
Viktorov drives through and clinches with Asai against the cage.
Asai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1##BC#
Asai breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Asai goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Viktorov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Asai .
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Asai fires out a quick counter leg kick but Viktorov just manages to avoid it.
Viktorov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Viktorov drives through and clinches with Asai against the cage.
Asai throws an elbow that misses. #TD2#
Viktorov jumps guard and drags Asai to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for a guillotine here but Asai defends easily. #SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Asai pushes his legs off easily.
Asai showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2##SUB2#
Asai avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Asai is aware though and is defending well.
Asai has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Viktorov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Asai is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Viktorov has his foot on Asai 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Asai works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Asai has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Viktorov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Asai is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Viktorov pulls down on the head and he's put Asai to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aleksey Viktorov!
Our winner, Aleksey Viktorov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Yoshihiro Asai spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill Train Harder And Win My Next Fight'.

Event: SMASH: Metharom vs Viktorov
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1#
Metharom defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Viktorov.
Viktorov tries to clinch
and Viktorov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Viktorov gets a clinch.
Metharom swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD2#
Viktorov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Viktorov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Metharom wants to stand but Viktorov is controlling his posture from full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Metharom defends it easily. #SU#
Metharom decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Metharom.
Metharom scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
A left hand lands to the body for Metharom.
Metharom lands a body punch. #BC#
Metharom breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Metharom fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Viktorov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Metharom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Viktorov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Metharom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Viktorov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Metharom thuds his right hand into Viktorov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Viktorov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Metharom - the referee stops the clock and Viktorov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Metharom. Viktorov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Metharom throws a body shot but no joy.
Metharom goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Metharom lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Metharom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Metharom swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Metharom stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2#
Metharom lands a hook that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Klahan Metharom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
A short body shot lands from Metharom as the two fighters clinch.
Nice body punch from Metharom - that landed with a thud.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom has him pressed against the cage.
Metharom throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Viktorovs head.
Metharom lands a shoulder strike.
Metharom struggles to land a body shot inside as Viktorov controls his hands.
Metharom lands a left hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Metharom.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Metharom misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Metharom breaks the clinch.
Viktorov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Metharom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circling - Metharom throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Metharom tries to keep at a distance but Viktorov has taken the fight into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Metharom.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Metharom lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Metharom misses with a punch to the body.
Metharom lands a hook that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Metharom lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Viktorov or not.
A short left from Metharom.
Metharom goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Metharom breaks the clinch.
Metharom connects with a jab.
Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Metharom.
Viktorov wants to clinch.#CL2#
Viktorov clinches.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Metharom smiles and moves away.
Metharom throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.#T4#
Metharom throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Viktorov wants to counter the offense by Metharom and move into the clinch position.
Metharom uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Viktorov has time to react.
Viktorov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Metharom swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Metharom throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Metharom dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Metharom uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Metharom misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Viktorov decides to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Metharom wants to stand but Viktorov is controlling his posture from full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Our spies down at at My Yardâ„¢ï¸ Resurrect inform us that Viktorov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Metharom wants to stand but Viktorov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Klahan Metharom dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Metharom slaps away a takedown attempt from Viktorov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Metharom lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice cross by Metharom.
Metharom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and pushes Metharom back into the cage.
Metharom lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Metharom tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Metharom to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Viktorov decides to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Metharom gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Viktorov dives in and grabs Metharom's left leg, looking for a takedown. Metharom pushes down on Viktorov's head and hops out.
It looked like Metharom wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Klahan Metharom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Metharom throws a hook to the side of Viktorov's head but Viktorov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Metharom circles away from the clinch attempt.
Viktorov tries to clinch
and Metharom counters with a straight right hand.#T1##CL2#
Viktorov clinches up against the cage.
Metharom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Viktorov's elbow.
Viktorov prevents a body shot from Metharom.
Viktorov takes a shot to the head.
Metharom stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Metharom is leaning against Viktorov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Metharom lands with a short shot to the head.
Metharom digs a right hand underneath Viktorov's ribcage. Viktorov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Metharom just stands there and leans against the cage.
Metharom goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Viktorov prevents a body shot from Metharom.
Metharom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Viktorov can do to turn this around?#BC#
Metharom pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Metharom misses with a wild combination.
Metharom misses with a looping right.
Metharom misses with a hook. Viktorov ducked under it nicely.
Metharom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Viktorov manages to avoid it.
Viktorov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Metharom counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Viktorov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch but Metharom swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Viktorov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Metharom misses with the head strike.
Metharom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Metharom walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Viktorov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Viktorov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.#BC#
Metharom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Klahan Metharom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Metharom circles away from the clinch attempt.
Metharom keeps Viktorov at a distance using the push kick.
Viktorov blocks a jab.
Metharom throws a series of punches but Viktorov moves out of range. #T3##CL2#
Viktorov clinches.
Metharom lands a left hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Metharom holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Metharom tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Metharom.
Metharom lands a nice uppercut.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Metharom smiles and moves away.
Metharom throws a head kick but Viktorov moves out of range.
Viktorov tries to move into range but Metharom moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Viktorov moves out of range as Metharom strikes.
Viktorov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Viktorov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.
Viktorov blocking some punches.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom has him pressed against the cage.#T4#
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Metharom goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Viktorov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Viktorov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Metharom gets to his feet - Viktorov follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Metharom.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Metharom holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Klahan Metharom has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom has him pressed against the cage.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Metharom has him pressed against the cage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Metharom holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Metharom lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Metharom doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Metharom.
Viktorov blocks a body shot from Metharom.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Metharom holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
A left hand lands to the body for Metharom.
Viktorov is breathing heavily.#BC#
Metharom breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Klahan Metharom 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##CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Metharom tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Metharom lands a hook that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Metharom.
Metharom lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Metharom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Metharom misses with a body punch.
Metharom stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Metharom holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Metharom manages to break the clinch.
Viktorov drops his hands momentarily and Metharom takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Metharom circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Metharom throws a hook to the side of Viktorov's head but Viktorov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Viktorov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Metharom.
Viktorov avoids the head kick by Metharom.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Viktorov fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Viktorov tries to clinch up
and Metharom counters with a left and a right that stings Viktorov. #TD2#
Viktorov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Metharom is not content to let Viktorov control the position.
Metharom is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Viktorov is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Viktorov swings around for an armbar but Metharom sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Viktorov's guard.#SUB2#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Viktorov trying to keep a closed guard but Metharom is proving a slippery customer.
Aleksey Viktorov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SU#
Metharom decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Metharom scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Viktorov doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Metharom misses with a body shot #CL2#
and Viktorov counters by moving into the clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Metharom holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Metharom tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Metharom misses with a hook to the ribs.
Metharom can't find room to land a body shot as Viktorov controls the action.
Metharom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Klahan Metharom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Metharom tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Viktorov pulls guard successfully.
Metharom has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Metharom decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Metharom works the jab nicely.#T3#
Viktorov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Metharom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Viktorov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
Viktorov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Viktorov closes the distance but Metharom moves to the side
and Metharom counters with a left and a right that stings Viktorov.
Metharom scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Metharom lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #ROC#Viktorov is rocked!
Aleksey Viktorov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Viktorov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Viktorov ducks right into an uppercut from Metharom. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T4#
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!
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Metharom lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Metharom breaks from the clinch.
Metharom scores with a three punch combo!
Viktorov is still on wobbly legs! Can Metharom finish him?
Viktorov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Metharom counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Viktorov has Metharom up against the cage in a clinch.
Metharom scores with a nice hook to the head.
Metharom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hook to the body lands for Metharom.
Viktorov jumps guard but Metharom turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Metharom walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Metharom swats away the attempt to clinch by Viktorov.
Viktorov seems to have recovered his senses.
Metharom feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Viktorovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!

And that's the end of the fight!
Klahan Metharom showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Metharom, 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klahan Metharom!
Klahan Metharom made sure to mention his sponsor, KOMBAT KLOTHING in his post fight interview.

Event: SMASH: Nimoy vs Hazlehurst
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1#
Viktorov moves to clinch but Marley breaks away
and Marley counters with a left to the body.
Viktorov fails with the takedown.
Marley swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Viktorov takes the fight into the clinch.
Marley gets through Viktorov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Marley misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Marley holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Marley lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Viktorov 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.
Viktorov jumps guard but Marley stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mystic Marley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Marley misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Marley lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Marley misses with a punch on the inside.
Marley working aggressively here.
Marley throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Marley working aggressively here.
Marley is working Viktorov over against the cage.
Marley misses with a punch on the inside.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marley walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Viktorov rushes Marley and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Marley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Marley lands a hook that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Marley scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
Marley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marley working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Marley. #TD2#
Viktorov gets control of Marley's arms and successfully pulls guard. Viktorov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
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!#SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Marley pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Marley wants to pass the guard but Viktorov is keeping the position.
Marley has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Marley avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Marley postures up. #SUB2#
Marley got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viktorov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Marley has managed to get both his arms back between Viktorov's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Viktorov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Marley frees his head nicely. Oh but Viktorov has switched to an armbar! Marley is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
A relieved looking Aleksey Viktorov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SMASH: Edmond vs Rogers
Date: May 16, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Viktorov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Shklyarskiy is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Viktorov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shklyarskiy avoids it really well and circles away.
Shklyarskiy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Shklyarskiy connects with the punch.
Viktorov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shklyarskiy.
Viktorov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shklyarskiy.
Viktorov moves out of range as Shklyarskiy strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Viktorov.
Shklyarskiy throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Viktorov on the side of the head.
Shklyarskiy misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Viktorov has Shklyarskiy up against the cage in a clinch.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Shklyarskiy turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Shklyarskiy working hard to break the clinch.
Shklyarskiy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Viktorov has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks from the clinch.
Viktorov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Shklyarskiy throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Shklyarskiy is avoiding it. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Shklyarskiy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Edmund Shklyarskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Shklyarskiy to keep the fight standing.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Shklyarskiy won't allow it.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Shklyarskiy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Shklyarskiy tries to break the clinch but Viktorov is controlling the position. #TD2#
Viktorov decides to pull guard.
Shklyarskiy wants to pass the guard but Viktorov is keeping the position.
Shklyarskiy wants to stand but Viktorov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Shklyarskiy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Shklyarskiy wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Shklyarskiy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Shklyarskiy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Viktorov on the ground.
Shklyarskiy passes Viktorov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shklyarskiy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Viktorov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Shklyarskiy 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. #T3##SUB2#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The fighters are battling for position here. Viktorov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Viktorov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shklyarskiy is aware though and is defending well.
Shklyarskiy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viktorov is keeping the position for now.
Viktorov trying to keep a closed guard but Shklyarskiy is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Shklyarskiy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Shklyarskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB2#
Viktorov looking for a guillotine here but Shklyarskiy defends easily.
Our spies down at at MY YARDâ„¢ï¸ 'RESURRECT' inform us that Viktorov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Shklyarskiy wants to pass the guard but Viktorov is keeping the position.
Viktorov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shklyarskiy wanted to stand there but Viktorov had control of the position.
Shklyarskiy looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Shklyarskiy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viktorov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shklyarskiy has managed to get both his arms back between Viktorov's legs - danger averted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shklyarskiy defends well.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking for a guillotine here but Shklyarskiy defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Aleksey Viktorov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Shklyarskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Viktorov moves out of range as Shklyarskiy strikes.#CL2#
Viktorov has closed the distance and engaged Shklyarskiy in a clinch.
Shklyarskiy tries to break free but Viktorov pushes him back against the cage.
Viktorov jumps guard but Shklyarskiy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Shklyarskiy just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks from the clinch.
Viktorov has a takedown stuffed.
Edmund Shklyarskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Shklyarskiy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a jab to the body but Viktorov is just out of range.
Shklyarskiy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Shklyarskiy throws a series of punches but Viktorov avoids them all with ease.
Shklyarskiy lands a glancing blow to the side of Viktorov's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Viktorov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Shklyarskiy displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Shklyarskiy with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Viktorov clinches up against the cage.
Viktorov jumps guard but Shklyarskiy stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T1#
Viktorov jumps guard but Shklyarskiy stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks from the clinch.
Shklyarskiy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shklyarskiy swats away the attempt to clinch by Viktorov.
Viktorov wants to clinch up but Shklyarskiy keeps it at a distance.
Viktorov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Viktorov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice body punch from Shklyarskiy.
Nice takedown defense from Shklyarskiy. No joy for Viktorov on that attempt.
A lazy left from Shklyarskiy finds it's target.
Shklyarskiy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Viktorov can do to turn this around?
Shklyarskiy moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Edmund Shklyarskiy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Shklyarskiy, as that shot connected. #T2#
Shklyarskiy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Viktorov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shklyarskiy.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Shklyarskiy has him pressed against the cage.
Shklyarskiy is trying to push Viktorov away but Viktorov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Shklyarskiy turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Shklyarskiy wants to break free but Viktorov has control. #BC#
Shklyarskiy manages to break the clinch.
Shklyarskiy misses with a body shot.
Shklyarskiy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Shklyarskiy cracks Viktorov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Shklyarskiy breaks from the clinch.
Viktorov tries to clinch up
and Shklyarskiy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Shklyarskiy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Viktorovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shklyarskiy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Viktorov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shklyarskiy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Shklyarskiy tries to keep at a distance but Viktorov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Shklyarskiy just stands there and leans against the cage.
Shklyarskiy wants to break the clinch but can't.
Shklyarskiy has had enough of the clinch but Viktorov keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Shklyarskiy manages to break the clinch.
Shklyarskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Viktorov wants to counter with a clinch but Shklyarskiy pushes him away.
Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.
Shklyarskiy sets himself, and Viktorov steps forward looking for the clinch! Shklyarskiy avoids it this time.#CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches.
Viktorov prevents Shklyarskiy from breaking the clinch.
Viktorov has Shklyarskiy pressed against the cage, preventing Shklyarskiy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T4##TD2#
Viktorov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shklyarskiy defends well.#SUB2#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shklyarskiy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shklyarskiy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Viktorov has his feet on Shklyarskiy's thighs here. He's pushed Shklyarskiy off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Shklyarskiy screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
After winning the bout, Aleksey Viktorov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SMASH: Knox vs Steelers 2
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
Repine misses the jab.
Repine is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Viktorov.
The fighters circle momentarily. Repine darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jab, jab by Repine - just one landing. #CL2#
Viktorov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Repine, pushing him back against the cage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Repine won't allow it. #BC#
Repine escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Viktorov shoots in but no luck this time.
Repine swings for the body but Viktorov moves out of range.
Viktorov shoots in for a takedown but Repine shows good takedown defense.
Repine has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rickys House in the buildup to the fight.
Chad Repine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.#CL2#
Viktorov rushes Repine and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Viktorov decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Repine pushes his legs off easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Repine wants to stand and escape but instead Viktorov has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Viktorov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Repine is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Repine has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Repine wants to stand but Viktorov is controlling his posture from 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.#SUB2#
Viktorov has his foot on Repine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Repine works his way back into a safe position though.
Viktorov controls Repine momentarily but Repine frees himself. #SUB2#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viktorov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Hilo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Viktorov is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Viktorov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Repine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Viktorov 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. #SUB2#
Viktorov drops back looking for a leg! Repine is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Repine manages to kick Viktorov off! Viktorov jumps back into Repine's guard.
Viktorov looking to pass the guard.
Repine keeping moving, preventing Viktorov from controlling successfully.
Repine knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Viktorov on the ground.
Viktorov stands and throws Repine's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Repine is not content to let Viktorov control the position. #SUB2#
Viktorov tries for a kimura but Repine is defending well. #SUB2#
Viktorov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Viktorov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksey Viktorov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Repine misses the jab.
Repine stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Repine throws a hook but Viktorov blocks it.#CL2#
Viktorov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Repine smiles and moves away.
Repine throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Viktorov.
A cross from Repine lands.
Viktorov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Viktorov clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Repine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Repine scores with a punch to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Repine pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
Repine goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#ROC#Viktorov is rocked!
Repine throws a hook but Viktorov avoids it easily.
Viktorov is still on wobbly legs! Can Repine finish him?
Repine circles away from the clinch attempt.
Viktorov seems to have recovered his senses.
Repine defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Viktorov.
Chad Repine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Repine closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Viktorov out cold! Viktorov corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Chad Repine!
Chad Repine seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SMASH: Nekele vs Knox
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1#
Viktorov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lalla looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Viktorov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lalla, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Lalla has Viktorov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Lalla pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Viktorov tumbling to the mat - Lalla dives into Viktorov's guard.
Lalla stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viktorov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lalla passes into half guard.
Lalla uses his free foot to push down on Viktorov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Viktorov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lalla jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Viktorov manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Lalla tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lalla has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Viktorov can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Lalla is trying to get an arm triangle but Viktorov is defending well. #SUB2#
Lalla thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Viktorov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Viktorov seems to be working for a kimura but Lalla defends the submission attempt.
Viktorov trying to advance position but Lalla counters by regaining guard. #T2##SUB2#
Viktorov content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Lalla has locked up a guillotine! Lalla's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Viktorov is holding on here and Lalla must be using up a lot of energy. Viktorov has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Lalla gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jaro Lalla!
A very excited looking Jaro Lalla made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SMASH: Gustafsson vs Saunders
Date: Jan 02, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Bawang.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bawang walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Viktorov shoots in but no luck this time.
Viktorov with a poor takedown
and Bawang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boy Bawang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.#TD2#
Viktorov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bawang's guard.
Bawang on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bawang tries to get out of the position.
Bawang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Viktorov 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.
Bawang is trying to control the position but Viktorov postures up.
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Bawang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viktorov is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Viktorov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T1##SUB2#
Viktorov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bawang dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Viktorov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Bawang content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Viktorov has locked up a guillotine! Viktorov's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Bawang is holding on here and Viktorov must be using up a lot of energy. Bawang has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Viktorov gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aleksey Viktorov!
Aleksey Viktorov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Boy Bawang was interviewed post fight and said 'tang ina nyo lahat!!'.

Event: SMASH: Lacplesis vs Dong
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Thomas connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Viktorov's hands.
Viktorov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Thomas but Thomas pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Thomas is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Thomas is having none of it. #CL2#
Viktorov has managed to clinch.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Thomas turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Thomas.
Nice body punch from Thomas.
Thomas throws a punch but it's blocked by Viktorov.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Thomas has him pressed against the cage.
Tom Thomas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Thomas will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Viktorov up against the cage.
A short right from Thomas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Viktorov successfully pulls guard.
Thomas is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thomas defends well.#SUB2#
Viktorov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Thomas stacks Viktorov 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 Thomas!#T1##SU#
Thomas decides to stand back up. Thomas steps back and let's Viktorov get back to his feet.
Viktorov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thomas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thomas throws out a loose jab but Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice sprawl there from Thomas as Viktorov shoots in.
Viktorov ducks under a wild hook from Thomas.
Thomas throws out a powerful jab.#CL#
Thomas clinches up against the cage.
Thomas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Viktorov prevents a body shot from Thomas.
Thomas lands with a left to the head.
Thomas lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Thomas pushes Viktorov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Thomas breaks from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thomas misses with a looping right.
Thomas sets himself, and Viktorov steps forward looking for the clinch! Thomas avoids it this time.#CL2#
Viktorov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Viktorov jumps guard but Thomas turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Thomas lands with a short shot to the head.
Viktorov jumps guard but Thomas stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thomas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Viktorov.
Thomas lands a shoulder strike.
Viktorov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Viktorov jumps guard but Thomas stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thomas manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Viktorov jumps guard but Thomas stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Thomas smiles and moves away. #T3#
Viktorov wants to clinch
and Thomas counters with a nice uppercut.
Thomas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Viktorov takes one on the button.
Thomas scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Thomas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Viktorov misses with a takedown attempt
and Thomas counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Viktorov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch but Thomas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Thomas keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thomas lands a nice shot that snaps Viktorov's head back.
Thomas digs a good hook to Viktorov's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Viktorov wants to clinch up but Thomas keeps it at a distance.
A quick step to the side and Thomas tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T4##CL2#
Viktorov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Thomas breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Viktorov avoids the body shot from Thomas.
Viktorov doesn't manage to clinch there - Thomas circles away.
Viktorov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Viktorov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Viktorov shoots and misses
and Thomas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Viktorov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thomas throws out the jab.
Viktorov wants to clinch
and Thomas counters with a good low kick that Viktorov was not able to check.
It looks like Thomas has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Thomas lands with an overhand left.
Viktorov tries to clinch up but Thomas circles away and keeps his distance.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Thomas is avoiding it. #CL#
Thomas darts in and clinches Viktorov up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Thomas 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##CL2#
Viktorov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Thomas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tom Thomas is winning the standup battle so far.
Viktorov tries to clinch up
and Viktorov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Viktorov shoots in looking for a takedown. Thomas tries to sprawl out of it but Viktorov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thomas manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Thomas was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Viktorov has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viktorov jumps guard but Thomas turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Thomas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thomas works on Viktorov's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
Thomas manages to break the clinch.
Thomas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Viktorov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Good standup being displayed there by Thomas as he connects with a hook.
Thomas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Viktorov shoots in but Thomas avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tom Thomas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Thomas throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Thomas.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Thomas smiles and moves away.
Thomas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches up with Thomas, looking for a takedown. Viktorov pushes Thomas against the cage but Thomas circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Viktorov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Viktorov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Thomas lands a slapping body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Viktorov walks into a jab.
Viktorov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Viktorov moves to clinch but Thomas breaks away
letting Thomas counter with a right hand.
Thomas thuds a left hand into Viktorov's body.
Viktorov wants to clinch
and Viktorov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch successfully.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Thomas has him pressed against the cage.
Thomas pushes Viktorov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thomas lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thomas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Thomas misses with the head strike.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Thomas forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T3#
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Thomas has him pressed against the cage.
A short left from Thomas.
The referee calls for Thomas to work.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Thomas won't allow it.
Stalling in the clinch from Thomas.
Viktorov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Thomas seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Viktorov can turn it around.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Thomas forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Thomas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thomas working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Thomas is stalling here.
Still in the clinch, Thomas scores with a nice short uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Thomas.
Thomas slowing the pace effectively.
Viktorov takes a shot to the head.
Thomas stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tom Thomas has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Viktorov.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Thomas smiles and moves away.
Viktorov tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Thomas counter with a right hand. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Viktorov tries to clinch
letting Thomas counter with a right hand.
Viktorov tries to clinch up.
Thomas is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Viktorov clinches up with Thomas and pushes him back against the cage.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Thomas has him pressed against the cage.
Viktorov blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Thomas. #BC#
Thomas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Thomas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Thomas punishes Viktorov's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Thomas.
Aleksey Viktorov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Viktorov moves to clinch but Thomas breaks away
and Thomas counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Viktorov thinking.
No joy there for Thomas, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Viktorov wants to counter with a clinch but Thomas pushes him away.
Thomas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thomas tried to counter with a leg kick but Viktorov avoided it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Thomas dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Thomas circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thomas misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Viktorov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Viktorov pulls guard effortlessly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thomas wants to stand and escape but instead Viktorov has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Viktorov prevents Thomas from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viktorov wants to control from the top but Thomas keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Thomas is on top in guard. #REVR#
Thomas tries to stand but Viktorov is controlling from the bottom. #T1##SU#
Thomas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Viktorov, up you get!
Thomas swats away the attempt to clinch by Viktorov.
Thomas swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Viktorov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Viktorov fails with a takedown attempt.
Thomas connects with the punch.
Aleksey Viktorov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Viktorov wants to clinch but Thomas slips to the side
and Thomas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Thomas swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thomas stuffs the takedown.
Viktorov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Thomas counters with a nice uppercut.
Tom Thomas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
Viktorov tries to clinch
and Viktorov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thomas connects with a body shot that sends Viktorov's belly button to the back.
Viktorov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Thomas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thomas scores with the left hand. Viktorov knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#Viktorov is rocked!
Thomas takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Viktorov is still on wobbly legs! Can Thomas finish him?#CL2#
Viktorov gets a clinch.
Viktorov seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
Thomas is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Viktorov is keeping busy.
Thomas just leaning against Viktorov, taking a breather.
Thomas works on Viktorov's body with a couple of short punches.
Thomas makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Thomas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Thomas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Thomas turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Thomas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Viktorov can do to turn this around?
Thomas tries a body shot but Viktorov blocks it.
Thomas lands a right hand. #TD2#
Viktorov manages to pull guard.
Thomas wants to stand and escape but instead Viktorov has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Viktorov stops Thomas from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viktorov won't allow Thomas to sweep him here.
Thomas wants to stand but Viktorov is controlling the position.
Tom Thomas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4##ES#
Thomas pushes Viktorov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thomas fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Viktorov throws a lazy body kick
and Thomas counters with a body kick that stops Viktorov in his tracks momentarily.
Tom Thomas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thomas wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
A big right from Viktorov misses.
Viktorov misses with a low kick.
Thomas uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice body punch from Thomas.
Thomas scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Thomas showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Thomas, 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Thomas!
Tom Thomas thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SMASH: Granger vs Fire
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Viktorov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shot throws a hook to the side of Viktorov's head but Viktorov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Viktorov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Shot.#CL#
Viktorov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Viktorov drags the fight down to the ground.
Shot looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Shot is defending well. Viktorov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Shot has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Viktorov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
Aleksey Viktorov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SMASH: Orochi vs Granger 2
Date: Oct 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lalla.
You can see the frustration on Viktorov's face as Lalla controls the position.
Lalla trying to control the position but Viktorov is working away.
We've been hearing good reports from Lalla's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lalla in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB#
Lalla in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Viktorov is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jaro Lalla!
Jaro Lalla thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SMASH: White vs Cup
Date: Sep 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Bell drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bell showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Viktorov is trying to keep Bell in close.
Bell is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Viktorov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viktorov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Bell trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Bell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bell is pushing down on Viktorov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Viktorov is fighting to maintain full guard but Bell has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Bell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Bell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Viktorov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bell.
Viktorov is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Bell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bell trying to control the action but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Viktorov is looking to get back to full guard here but Bell has managed to pass to side control instead.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Viktorov is trying to work for a sweep but Bell has mounted him!
Bell pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Bell can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viktorov is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Bell is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Viktorov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Viktorov shrugs it off.
Bell avoids the attempt from Viktorov to control.#T3#
Bell controlling the pace for now.
Let's hope that Bell has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Bell manages to capitalize on a mistake by Viktorov to take his back!#SUB2#
Bell looking to break Viktorov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Viktorov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bell will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Bell is looking for the choke from the back position but Viktorov is controlling his hands well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bell is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Viktorov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Bell looking for the choke but no joy. #T4#
Bell is not going to allow Viktorov to sit and survive in this position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Bell's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Bell biding his time, controlling Viktorov.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bell working for the choke.
Bell struggling to keep hold of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dominique Bell dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Bell is avoiding it.
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Viktorov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Viktorov jumps guard.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viktorov has his foot on Bell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bell works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bell's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Bell wants to pass the guard but Viktorov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Bell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bell trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for subs off his back but Bell has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Bell is looking for a kimura but Viktorov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bell to get the leverage. #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.
Bell is trying to control the action in half guard but Viktorov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bell passes the guard and advances to mount!
Bell avoids the attempt from Viktorov to control.
Viktorov is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3#
Bell wants to control the pace but Viktorov is squirming around nicely.
Viktorov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bell tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Viktorov wants to control but Bell is having none of it.
Viktorov really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB2#
Bell has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Viktorov is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dominique Bell!
Dominique Bell very nearly forgot to thank Vegan Gains amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: JAG Jones Jr vs Matusov
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sitsongrit cracks Viktorov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.#CL#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch. #TD#
Viktorov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Sitsongrit uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Sitsongrit gets to his feet. Viktorov looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Donk. Sitsongrit catches Viktorov right on the button with a cross.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Viktorov shakes it off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy right hand. Viktorov should have avoided that one.
Sitsongrit lands with an uppercut that bounces Viktorov off the cage and back into range.
Sitsongrit lands a lovely overhand right.
Viktorov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sitsongrit!
Viktorov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Viktorov moves in looking to clinch but Sitsongrit pushes him off.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Viktorov's head.
Viktorov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Viktorov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Viktorov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Sitsongrit.#T1#
Viktorov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with a body shot.
Viktorov takes one to the side of the head.
Viktorov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Viktorov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit lands with a right hand.
Sitsongrit has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sitsongrit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Viktorov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
Viktorov takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Viktorov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Viktorov gets a clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit won't allow it.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Viktorov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Viktorov jumps guard but Sitsongrit turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sitsongrit smiles and moves away. #CL#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sitsongrit walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Viktorov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sitsongrit getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL#
Viktorov has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD#
Viktorov jumps guard. #SUB#
Viktorov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sitsongrit defends it easily.
Sitsongrit must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Viktorov has a closed guard, preventing Sitsongrit from standing up.
Sitsongrit 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. #T3##SUB#
Viktorov working for submissions but it's allowed Sitsongrit to get to half guard.
Sitsongrit not doing much here. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.#SU2#
Sitsongrit stands up and beckons Viktorov to join him on the feet.
Sitsongrit lands a lovely overhand right.
Sitsongrit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Viktorov. Viktorov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sitsongrit!
Viktorov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Viktorov under the eye.#CL#
Viktorov rushes Sitsongrit and presses him up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Detkhunjon Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sitsongrit cracks Viktorov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sitsongrit paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Viktorov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Viktorov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit jabs Viktorov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Viktorov walks into a left hand.
Sitsongrit throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Viktorov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the head.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
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!
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Viktorov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Viktorov wants to clinch up but Sitsongrit keeps it at a distance.
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Viktorov. That did some damage!
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body kick.
Viktorov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit throws out a counter right but Viktorov avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Viktorov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Viktorov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Viktorov's leg. Viktorov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Viktorov tries to clinch up
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice low kick that buckles Viktorov's knee momentarily.
Sitsongrit punishes Viktorov's body with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the liver by Sitsongrit. Beautiful body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Viktorov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sitsongrit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Viktorov in his tracks.
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Viktorov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A solid body kick from Sitsongrit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sitsongrit cracks Viktorov with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Viktorov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Viktorov tries to clinch up but Sitsongrit circles away and keeps his distance.
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Viktorov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice body kick.
Donk. Sitsongrit catches Viktorov right on the button with a cross.
Viktorov doesn't manage to clinch there - Sitsongrit circles away.
Viktorov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Viktorov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Viktorov wants to clinch up but Sitsongrit keeps it at a distance.#T3#
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Viktorov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sitsongrit, pushing him back against the cage.
Viktorov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Viktorov blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Viktorov jumps guard but Sitsongrit stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A short left from Sitsongrit.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit pushes Viktorov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Viktorov blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Stalling in the clinch from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit presses Viktorov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a left hand.
A hook to the body from Sitsongrit.
Viktorov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sitsongrit is working Viktorov over against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand underneath Viktorov's ribcage. Viktorov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook to the body.
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit has Viktorov pressed against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Detkhunjon Sitsongrit 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Viktorov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sitsongrit sizes up Viktorov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Viktorov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
Viktorov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Viktorov's midsection.
A punch lands to the side of Viktorov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit cracks Viktorov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Viktorov needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Viktorov. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the body.
Viktorov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Viktorov's leg. Viktorov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sitsongrit - that will leave a mark!
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Viktorov doesn't seem phased though.
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T1#
Viktorov tries to clinch up but Sitsongrit circles away and keeps his distance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sitsongrit! But no joy.
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Viktorov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Viktorov down.
Sitsongrit lands a head shot.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Viktorov's leg. Viktorov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nice cross by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with the punch.
Sitsongrit connects with a crisp jab.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sitsongrit swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sitsongrit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Viktorov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Viktorov takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit lands a head shot.
Viktorov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Viktorov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Aleksey Viktorov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Viktorov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Viktorov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Viktorov looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sitsongrit.#CL#
Viktorov moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Viktorov pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sitsongrit is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Viktorov has an active guard here but Sitsongrit has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov actively working from the bottom here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Viktorov tries to get to full guard but Sitsongrit has control of the leg.
Sitsongrit tries to stand and escape but Viktorov is controlling the position.
Viktorov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit content to control rather than advance.
Viktorov moves into full guard. #SU2#
Sitsongrit gets to his feet - Viktorov follows without any prompting.
Sitsongrit getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T4#
Viktorov tries to move into range but Sitsongrit moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sitsongrit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Viktorov will feel that in the morning.
Viktorov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Sitsongrit counters with an inside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sitsongrit, as that shot connected.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sitsongrit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A low kick from Viktorov misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Detkhunjon Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 25:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 25:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Detkhunjon Sitsongrit!
A very excited looking Detkhunjon Sitsongrit rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: JAG Plus
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
It looked like Neckbreaker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Viktorov moves to clinch but Neckbreaker breaks away
and Neckbreaker counters with a stiff right hand.
Viktorov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Neckbreaker connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Viktorov momentarily.
Viktorov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Neckbreaker has knocked Viktorov down with a huge combo! Neckbreaker steps away and waves a wobbly Viktorov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Viktorov is rocked!
Neckbreaker looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Neckbreaker sizes up Viktorov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Viktorov is still on wobbly legs! Can Neckbreaker finish him?
Viktorov tries to clinch up
and Neckbreaker counters with a right hand from hell and Viktorov is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Slammy Neckbreaker!
A very excited looking Slammy Neckbreaker made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: JAG Evolution
Date: Apr 11, 2020

#R1#
Viktorov looks to clinch
and Diaz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch but Diaz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Diaz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Viktorov has time to react.
Diaz getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Viktorov wants to clinch up but Diaz keeps it at a distance.
Viktorov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Viktorov takes a head kick and keeps coming. #ROC#
Viktorov is rocked!
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Viktorov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.
Diaz scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
I was talking to Diaz's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Diaz stalling the fight. #TD2#
Viktorov manages to pull guard.
Viktorov 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#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Diaz passes into half guard. #T1##SUB#
Diaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Diaz is thwarting Viktorov's attempts to control the position.
Diaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viktorov won't allow Diaz to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.
Diaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Diaz wants to free his trapped foot but Viktorov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viktorov is trying to control but can't.
Viktorov is trying to get back to full guard.
Diaz is trying to control. Viktorov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Diaz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Viktorov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Diaz. #SUB2#
Viktorov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diaz pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diaz content to control rather than advance. #T3##SUB#
Diaz is trying to work for a kimura but Viktorov is defending well.
Viktorov wants to get back to full guard but Diaz has mounted him!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viktorov has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there. #SUB#
Viktorov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Diaz's arms.
Viktorov trying to control the hands but Diaz won't let him.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T4#
Viktorov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Diaz.
Diaz is hanging on to Viktorov's back as he tries to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Diaz's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Diaz is riding his opponent, not letting Viktorov buck him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

JoJo Diaz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Viktorov closes the distance but Diaz moves to the side
and Diaz counters with a nice uppercut.
Viktorov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Diaz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Viktorov thinking.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Diaz is avoiding it.
Diaz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diaz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Diaz scores with a jab to the jaw.
Good standup being displayed there by Diaz as he connects with a hook.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch but Diaz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Diaz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Viktorov wants to clinch
and Diaz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Diaz jabs Viktorov right on the nose. Viktorov blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Diaz throws a good cross that connects.
Viktorov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Viktorov is still on wobbly legs! Can Diaz finish him?
Diaz drops Viktorov with a huge uppercut! Viktorov drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Diaz is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). JoJo Diaz!
JoJo Diaz retains his bantamweight title!

Event: JAG Contenders 2
Date: Feb 15, 2020

#R1##TD#
Objedkov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Viktorov!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Objedkov trying to control the position but Viktorov is working away.
Objedkov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Viktorov is looking for a sweep.
Objedkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viktorov keeps working.
Viktorov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Objedkov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Objedkov 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.
Viktorov is trying to work for a sweep but Objedkov has mounted him!
Objedkov lands a big shot there that rocks Viktorov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Viktorov taking shots to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Viktorov can't escape the position.
Viktorov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Objedkov is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Nice strikes from Objedkov there.
Objedkov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Objedkov trying to control the action but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Objedkov lands strikes from half guard.
Objedkov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Viktorov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Viktorov actively working from the bottom here.
Objedkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
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. Objedkov connects with a nice short shot to Viktorov's temple. #T2##SUB2#
Viktorov 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 Objedkov. Oh but Viktorov has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Objedkov goes limp - he's gone! Viktorov jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aleksey Viktorov!
A relieved looking Aleksey Viktorov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: JBL Pankration
Date: Jan 25, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Van Der Dusse decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Van Der Dusse has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Van Der Dusse throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Viktorov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Viktorov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viktorov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Viktorov wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Viktorov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Van Der Dusse tries to free his leg and advance position but Viktorov is retaining full guard.
Van Der Dusse connects with a couple of short punches.
Van Der Dusse postures up.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily. #T1#
Van Der Dusse with a nice head shot there.
Van Der Dusse loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viktorov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Dusse has managed to get both his arms back between Viktorov's legs - danger averted.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse distracts Viktorov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Dusse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Dusse manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Van Der Dusse chips away with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Van Der Dusse with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Viktorov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Viktorov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Viktorov's head.#SUB#
Viktorov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Van Der Dusse defends it easily.#SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Van Der Dusse's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Van Der Dusse works over Viktorov with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Van Der Dusse stands up over Viktorov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse is working Viktorov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Viktorov looking to control.
Van Der Dusse is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse pushing down on Viktorov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Van Der Dusse lands a nice short elbow.
Van Der Dusse sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Viktorov defending well though.
Van Der Dusse looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Viktorov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Viktorov is refusing to be controlled, as Van Der Dusse sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Viktorov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Van Der Dusse manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Van Der Dusse scores with a three punch combo!
Viktorov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Der Dusse finds it's way round the side to connect with Viktorov's head.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Van Der Dusse fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Viktorov to the ground. Van Der Dusse is now in Viktorov's guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of elbows.
Van Der Dusse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov pulls Van Der Dusse in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Viktorov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Anthon Van Der Dusse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Van Der Dusse accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Van Der Dusse pushes down on Viktorov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Van Der Dusse throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Viktorov to regain full guard. #SUB#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Van Der Dusse can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Van Der Dusse advances to half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Van Der Dusse is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Viktorov's hands, connecting with Viktorov's forehead.
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Viktorov's temple.
Van Der Dusse winds up and cracks Viktorov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Van Der Dusse is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Viktorov!
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Viktorov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Van Der Dusse scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Viktorov's head.
Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Van Der Dusse is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Van Der Dusse drops an elbow to the side of Viktorov's head. #T3#
Viktorov wants to control but Van Der Dusse is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse prevents Viktorov from improving his position.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viktorov has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Viktorov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle here but Van Der Dusse uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Viktorov on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T4#
Van Der Dusse works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Viktorov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Van Der Dusse working the head and body with strikes.
Van Der Dusse landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #ROC2#
Viktorov is rocked!
Van Der Dusse working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Oh Viktorov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Viktorov tries to improve position but can't.
Van Der Dusse connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Viktorov some visible discomfort.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov taking a bit of punishment here - Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the action but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov taking a bit of punishment here - Van Der Dusse scoring with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthon Van Der Dusse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Viktorov to the mat! Viktorov manages to get full guard.
Viktorov seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Viktorov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Van Der Dusse cracks Viktorov with a solid left hand.
Viktorov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Van Der Dusse defends it easily.
Van Der Dusse trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Van Der Dusse landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Viktorov has momentary wrist control but Van Der Dusse slips an elbow through the middle.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands a big shot to Viktorov's brow.
Van Der Dusse is working Viktorov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Van Der Dusse scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches to the head and body.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches to the head and body.
Van Der Dusse stands up over Viktorov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Van Der Dusse tries to free his leg and advance position but Viktorov is retaining full guard.
Van Der Dusse throwing strikes from guard but Viktorov blocks nicely.
Viktorov trying to control the position.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Dusse from controlling successfully.
Aleksey Viktorov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Van Der Dusse working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands a big shot to Viktorov's brow. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Van Der Dusse wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Van Der Dusse slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.
Van Der Dusse landing some decent shots from guard.
Van Der Dusse missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Viktorov has momentary wrist control but Van Der Dusse slips an elbow through the middle.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Van Der Dusse avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Van Der Dusse forces his way into half guard.
Van Der Dusse is keen to just control but Viktorov is a slippery customer.#T4#
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. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Viktorov's temple.
Viktorov is looking to control Van Der Dusse's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Viktorov avoid being mounted?
Van Der Dusse is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Viktorov is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Anthon Van Der Dusse is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Van Der Dusse slips a nice elbow through Viktorov's hands, connecting with Viktorov's forehead.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Der Dusse looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viktorov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anthon Van Der Dusse comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Van Der Dusse 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: JAG Face-off
Date: Dec 21, 2019

#R1#
Cunningham lands a jab to the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cunningham .
Cunningham throws an overhand right that lands on Viktorov's shoulder, as Viktorov tries to avoid the shot.
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cunningham with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cunningham fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Viktorov manages to avoid it.
Cunningham lands a jab.
Cunningham misses with an uppercut.
Viktorov takes one on the button.
Omar Cunningham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Cunningham moves away
and Cunningham counters with a straight right hand.
Viktorov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cunningham avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab lands there for Cunningham .
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cunningham swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Viktorov backing away here, and Cunningham unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#CL#
Viktorov moves into the clinch successfully.
Cunningham swings wildly with an uppercut but Viktorov uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Viktorov pulls guard successfully.
Viktorov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Viktorov looking for a sweep. Not yet Viktorov, not yet. #SUB#
Viktorov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Cunningham is defending well. Viktorov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Cunningham has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Viktorov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
A victorious Aleksey Viktorov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: JAG II
Date: Nov 16, 2019

#R1#
Viktorov tries to clinch up but Time circles away and keeps his distance.
Viktorov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Viktorov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Time lands a nice shot that snaps Viktorov's head back.
Time scores with the left hand. Viktorov knows he should have avoided that one.
Viktorov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Time misses.#CL#
Viktorov forces Time back against the cage and clinches.
Viktorov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice right hand lands inside from Time.
Time misses with a punch on the inside.
Time lands a left hand.
A short right from Time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Time fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Viktorov jumps into guard, dragging Time to the mat.
Time tries to stand but Viktorov is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Time doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Viktorov is tightening it up a little... Time has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Time reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Time taps out! Nice BJJ there by Viktorov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Aleksey Viktorov!
A very excited looking Aleksey Viktorov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: JBL McConnell vs Boxaaja
Date: Oct 19, 2019

#R1#
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Silver misses with a few strikes there.
Silver looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD2#
Silver looking to score a takedown here. Viktorov is defending well but Silver drives through and ends up in Viktorov's guard.
Silver must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Silver is aware though and is defending well.
Silver wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Silver is stalling in the full guard.
Silver postures up in Viktorov's guard and throws a big left but Viktorov blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Silver avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Viktorov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Silver. #T1#
Silver preventing the sweep.
Silver looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Silver throws an elbow that misses. Viktorov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Silver's guard. Nice move by Viktorov!#REVR#
Silver keeping full guard, as Viktorov tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Silver is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Viktorov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Silver is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Viktorov, into his guard. #REVB#
Silver not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Viktorov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Silver being controlled here momentarily.
Viktorov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Silver is working Viktorov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Silver throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Silver with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Silver passes into half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.
Viktorov wants to get back to full guard.
Silver throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Silver tries to pass the half guard into mount. Viktorov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Silver seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viktorov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from Silver there. #T4#
Viktorov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Silver is working away from the top position though.
Silver throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ground and pound from Silver.
Silver wants to take a breather but Viktorov is having none of it.
Viktorov is looking to control Silver's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Viktorov avoid being mounted?
Viktorov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viktorov trying to hold on to Silver's head to control him but Silver postures up.
Silver is stalling here. Viktorov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Silver seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Viktorov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Silver dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Viktorov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The fighters circling - Silver throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Silver has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Silver uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Viktorov has time to react.#CL#
Viktorov instigates a clinch.
Silver has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Silver holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
A frustrated look appears on Silver's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Silver to keep the fight standing.
Viktorov 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 Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Silver holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet. #BC2#
Silver breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Good standup being displayed there by Silver as he connects with a hook.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Silver swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Some wild striking there from Silver.
Viktorov tries to counter by clinching up but Silver breaks away and moves out of range.#T1#
Viktorov slips a jab and a cross from Silver.
Silver swings for the body but Viktorov moves out of range.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Silver lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Silver.
Silver connects with an inside leg kick.
Viktorov tries to clinch up.
Viktorov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Viktorov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Silver fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Viktorov to the ground. Silver is now in Viktorov's guard.#SUB#
Viktorov is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Silver rolls with it to try and escape but Viktorov cranks on the arm and Silver is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
Aleksey Viktorov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: JBL 22
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Viktorov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Johnson. That one must have hurt.
Johnson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Viktorov moves out of range.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Johnson is avoiding it.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Johnson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Viktorov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice inside leg kick there by Johnson. That's going to slow Viktorov down.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Viktorov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Johnson is trying to push Viktorov away but Viktorov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch. #CL#
Viktorov clinches. #BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Viktorov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Johnson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
Viktorov wants to clinch.
Johnson lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Viktorov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Johnson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Viktorov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Johnson lands a jab.
Nice shot lands for Johnson.
A slapping leg kick lands for Johnson. #CL#
Viktorov takes the fight into the clinch.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Johnson is looking to break free of the clinch but Viktorov has double underhooks.
Johnson wants to get back to striking at distance but Viktorov won't allow it. #BC2#
Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Viktorov avoids the head kick by Johnson.
Viktorov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Viktorov has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch. #T2#
Viktorov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Johnson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Johnson connects with a nice looking jab.
Viktorov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Johnson.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Johnson tries to keep at a distance but Viktorov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Viktorov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Johnson's efforts to push away.
Johnson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Viktorov has him pressed against the cage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Johnson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Johnson is trying to force a seperation but Viktorov has the dominant position.#TD#
Viktorov manages to pull guard.
Johnson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Viktorov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Johnson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Johnson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Viktorov is proving hard to escape from.
Johnson is fighting to break Viktorov's control of his arms but Viktorov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Johnson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Johnson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Johnson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but Viktorov blocks nicely.
Johnson throws a big right hand that misses. #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.#SUB#
Viktorov looking for subs off his back but Johnson has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Johnson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Viktorov is trying to get back to full guard.
Johnson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Viktorov defending well though.
Viktorov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Viktorov is trying to get back to full guard.
Johnson drops an elbow to the side of Viktorov's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brian Johnson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Viktorov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Johnson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Johnson throws a nice looking combination but Viktorov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Viktorov tries to clinch up.
Johnson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Viktorov's calf.
Johnson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Viktorov's calf.#CL#
Viktorov moves into the clinch.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Johnson has him pressed against the cage.
Johnson tries to circle away but Viktorov has him pinned against the cage.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson lands a really nice looking cross but Viktorov seems unphased.
A solid leg kick lands there for Johnson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Johnson throws a quick inside leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Johnson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1##CL#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Johnson.
Viktorov jumps guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Johnson has him pressed against the cage.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Johnson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Johnson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Johnson is avoiding it. #TD2#
Johnson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Johnson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viktorov keeps working.
Johnson throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Viktorov wants to control but Johnson postures up.
Viktorov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Johnson's best efforts.
Johnson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Viktorov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Johnson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viktorov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.
Johnson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Viktorov taking some punishment here, with Johnson in his half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Brian Johnson has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Viktorov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Johnson stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Viktorov throws up his legs and catches Johnson in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Johnson tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Viktorov! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Aleksey Viktorov!
A very excited looking Aleksey Viktorov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: JBL FNF V
Date: Aug 02, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Viktorov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Kazimierz holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Kazimierz tries to throw a body punch but Viktorov avoids it by throwing Kazimierz back against the cage. #TD#
Kazimierz pulls guard successfully.
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kazimierz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viktorov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kazimierz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kazimierz wants to get back to his feet but Viktorov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Viktorov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kazimierz is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kazimierz is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Viktorov is controlling him.
Kazimierz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T1#
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kazimierz throws a front kick aimed at Viktorov's knee but Viktorov avoids it well.
Viktorov tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Kazimierz.#TD2#
Viktorov successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Kazimierz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Our spies down at at Ferocious beast inform us that Viktorov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kazimierz wants to stand but Viktorov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Kazimierz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viktorov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kazimierz has managed to get both his arms back between Viktorov's legs - danger averted.#T2##SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Kazimierz wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Viktorov's closed guard. He's half up but Viktorov has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Viktorov pivots and extends the arm, Kazimierz falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Viktorov! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
A very excited looking Aleksey Viktorov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: JBL Summer Madness NOME
Date: Jul 13, 2019

#R1#
Vargas stuns Viktorov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vargas looks to score with a jab to the body but Viktorov is just out of range.
Viktorov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Vargas. That snapped Viktorov's head back.
Vargas punishes Viktorov's body with a nice straight punch.
Vargas scores with a crisp jab that stopped Viktorov in his tracks.
Viktorov wants to clinch
and Vargas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Viktorov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice jab there from Vargas.
Vargas dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Viktorov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vargas.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Viktorov wants to clinch.
Vargas lands with an uppercut that bounces Viktorov off the cage and back into range.
Jab from Vargas.#T1#
Viktorov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Vargas is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vargas lands with a good body shot.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Vargas is having none of it.
Vargas darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Vargas moves away
and Vargas counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Viktorov thinking.
Left hook, right uppercut from Vargas.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch but Vargas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vargas ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Vargas's corner calls for a 1-2. Vargas obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch combination from Vargas misses.
Viktorov moves in looking to clinch but Vargas pushes him off.#CL2#
Viktorov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vargas misses with a punch on the inside.
Vargas lands a right hand. #TD2#
Viktorov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Vargas uses from the top position. #T2#
Vargas controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Vargas from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vargas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Vargas pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viktorov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vargas controls the pace.#T3#
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Vargas from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Vargas passes into half guard.
Viktorov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Viktorov wants to control but Vargas is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Vargas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for subs from the bottom but Vargas mounts him!#T4#
Vargas trying to control but Viktorov is having none of it.
Viktorov wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Vargas.
Vargas content just to control the position here.
Vargas scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Vargas throwing strikes here but Viktorov is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Viktorov is looking to improve his position but Vargas isn't that keen on the idea.
Viktorov tries to hold on but Vargas postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dangelo Vargas dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Vargas scores with a punch to the head.#CL2#
Viktorov clinches.
Still in the clinch, Vargas scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD2#
Viktorov decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov working for submissions but it's allowed Vargas to get to half guard. #SUB#
Vargas 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. #SUB#
Vargas 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. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vargas wants to pass the guard but Viktorov is defending well. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Viktorov gets back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vargas trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vargas is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Vargas trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Vargas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viktorov is keeping the position for now.
Viktorov trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vargas gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Vargas looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Viktorov is trying to keep Vargas in close. #T3#
Vargas is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Vargas looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Vargas throws a right and a left that Viktorov avoids nicely.
Viktorov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Vargas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Viktorov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vargas.
Vargas throws a lazy right hand but Viktorov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Viktorov wants to counter the offense by Vargas and move into the clinch position.#T4#
Viktorov moves to clinch but Vargas breaks away
and Vargas makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vargas cracks Viktorov with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Viktorov instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Viktorov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Vargas uses from the top position.
Vargas trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Viktorov controls Vargas momentarily but Vargas frees himself.
Vargas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viktorov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Viktorov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Vargas escapes and throws Viktorov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Vargas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Viktorov can do to turn this around?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vargas in side control, just content to control the action for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dangelo Vargas dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vargas looks to land a right hand but Viktorov moved out of range.
Vargas connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Viktorov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Viktorov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Viktorov darts in and clinches Vargas up against the cage.#TD2#
Viktorov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Viktorov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Vargas is sitting in close to Viktorov's body. Viktorov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Vargas is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Vargas is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Viktorov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aleksey Viktorov!
Aleksey Viktorov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: BFF 71: Inarritu vs. Kawamata
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1##CL#
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Viktorov gets control of Ackerman's arms and successfully pulls guard. Viktorov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Ackerman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ackerman connects with a couple of short punches.
Ackerman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ackerman is looking to work some ground and pound but Viktorov has wrist control.#SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ackerman trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ackerman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ackerman working his ground and pound in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ackerman wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Ackerman pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for subs off his back but Ackerman has passed one foot through into half guard.
Ackerman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Viktorov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ackerman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Viktorov's head.
Viktorov moves into full guard.
Viktorov is trying to control the position but Ackerman postures up. #SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Ackerman pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Viktorov working for a triangle but Ackerman defends it easily.
Ackerman trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom.
Ackerman might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Viktorov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T3#
Ackerman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Viktorov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Viktorov keeping moving, preventing Ackerman from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Ackerman pushes his legs off easily.
Ackerman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viktorov is keeping the position for now.
Viktorov controlling Ackerman's posture.
Viktorov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Ackerman avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ackerman wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving. #SUB#
Viktorov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ackerman controlling from the top position.
Ackerman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ackerman with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ackerman wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving. #T5#
Ackerman 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.
Ackerman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viktorov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ackerman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Viktorov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ackerman defends it easily.#SUB#
Viktorov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ackerman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ackerman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T6#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Viktorov working for submissions but it's allowed Ackerman to get to half guard.
Ackerman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Viktorov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ackerman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viktorov trying to control here.
Ackerman trying to control from half guard but Viktorov is working away.
Viktorov tries to roll over but Ackerman keeps him under control.#T7##SUB2#
Ackerman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ackerman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viktorov keeps working.
Viktorov wants to control but Ackerman is keeping busy.
Viktorov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ackerman slips nicely into half guard.
Viktorov trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Ackerman manages to pass to mount!
Ackerman landing strikes from the mount and Viktorov is in trouble! #T8##SUB2#
Ackerman looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Viktorov tries to lock up and control but Ackerman gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ackerman wants to control the pace but Viktorov is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Ackerman is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Viktorov can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Ackerman trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ackerman avoids the attempt from Viktorov to control.
Ackerman controlling from the full mount.
Viktorov is looking to get to half guard.#T9#
Ackerman connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ackerman trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Ackerman has hold of Viktorov's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Viktorov manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viktorov wants to control but Ackerman is having none of it.
Ackerman content just to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bakkes Ackerman dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R2#
Ackerman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ackerman throws a push kick but Viktorov slaps the foot to one side.
Viktorov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ackerman throws a head kick that misses.
Ackerman throws a sloppy head kick and Viktorov moves out of range easily.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Ackerman moves out of range.
Ackerman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Viktorov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Viktorov staying out of range there.
Aleksey Viktorov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ackerman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ackerman throws a head kick that misses.
Viktorov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ackerman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Viktorov instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Ackerman is trying to trip Viktorov. He has hold of a leg but Viktorov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ackerman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ackerman trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ackerman wants to control from the top but Viktorov keeps moving.
Bakkes Ackerman has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Viktorov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ackerman defends it easily.#SUB#
Viktorov has his feet on Ackerman's thighs here. He's pushed Ackerman off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Ackerman screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
Aleksey Viktorov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Bakkes Ackerman had this to say: 'I can assure you all today : This will never happen again!'.

Event: BFF 66: Grayce vs. Power Jr.
Date: Apr 06, 2019

#R1##CL#
Viktorov gets a clinch.
Alkash lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice elbow from Alkash.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alkash.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alkash.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alkash.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Alkash just stands there and leans against the ropes.#BC2#
Alkash escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Aleksey Viktorov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Viktorov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Alkash has him pressed against the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Alkash just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Nice elbow from Alkash.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short body shot lands from Alkash as the two fighters clinch.
Viktorov jumps guard but Alkash turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Alkash breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Viktorov closes the distance and pushes Alkash back into the ropes.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Alkash smiles and moves away.
Viktorov dodges the punch combination from Alkash.
Viktorov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Alkash lands a body shot.
Alkash's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Alkash duly obliges.
Alkash punishes Viktorov's body with a nice straight punch.
Viktorov is breathing heavily.
Alkash lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC2#
Viktorov is rocked!
A good leg kick by Alkash.
Viktorov switches off momentarily and Alkash cracks him with a monster right hand! Viktorov topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Alkash dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Alkash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dvornoy Alkash!

Event: BFF 52: FW GP OPENING ROUND
Date: Dec 31, 2018

#R1#
Viktorov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Yoshida counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Yoshida connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Viktorov wants to clinch but Yoshida slips to the side
and Yoshida counters with a left to the body.
Viktorov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yoshida looks to score with a jab to the body but Viktorov is just out of range.
Viktorov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yoshida. #CL#
Viktorov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yoshida, pushing him back against the ropes.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Yoshida lands with a left to the head.
Nice body punch from Yoshida - that landed with a thud.
Yoshida misses with a punch to the body.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yoshida just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Yoshida turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yoshida digs a right hand into Viktorov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Viktorov's gas tank.
Yoshida content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Yoshida throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Yoshida - that landed with a thud. #T1#
Yoshida lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Yoshida stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Yoshida scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
Yoshida lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Yoshida.
Yoshida cracks Viktorov with a nice body shot.
Yoshida working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Yoshida.
Yoshida scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Yoshida lands a body punch.
Yoshida lands a body punch in the clinch.
Yoshida lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Viktorov or not.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Yoshida turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Yoshida holding his opponent close, against the ropes. #T2#
Good body shot from Yoshida.
Yoshida gets through Viktorov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yoshida smiles and moves away. #CL#
Viktorov pushes Yoshida up against the ropes in a clinch.
Viktorov takes a shot to the head.
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Yoshida stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Yoshida working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Yoshida holds him up against the ropes and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Yoshida lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Yoshida is trying to stall.
Nice body punch from Yoshida - that landed with a thud.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Yoshida lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Yoshida lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yoshida scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Yoshida scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
Viktorov being controlled against the ropes.
Yoshida lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yoshida lands with a short shot to the head.
A short body shot lands from Yoshida as the two fighters clinch.
Yoshida lands a nice shot to the body.
A hook to the body from Yoshida.
A short uppercut from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a hook to the side of the head.
Viktorov jumps guard but Yoshida stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Yoshida.
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!
Yoshida cracks Viktorov with a nice body shot.
Viktorov is breathing heavily.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Yoshida creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Yoshida turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Viktorov takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Yoshida trying to stall but Viktorov improves his position.
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Yoshida lands a right hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Yoshida manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Yoshida lands with a left to the head.
Nice body punch from Yoshida - that landed with a thud.
Yoshida lands a left hand.
A short uppercut from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yoshida just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Yoshida gets through Viktorov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Yoshida.
Yoshida working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Yoshida lands a shot to the body.
Viktorov jumps guard but Yoshida stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Yoshida throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Viktorovs head.
Yoshida lands a body shot. #T5#
Stalling in the clinch from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a shot to the body.
Yoshida presses Viktorov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Still in the clinch, Yoshida scores with a nice short uppercut.
Yoshida lands a body shot in the clinch.
Yoshida pressing his opponent against the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Yoshida.
Yoshida presses Viktorov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Yoshida is working Viktorov over against the ropes.
Yoshida throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Yoshida lands a body punch in the clinch.
Yoshida pushes Viktorov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Yoshida throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Yoshida works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Yoshida lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Yoshida digs a right hand underneath Viktorov's ribcage. Viktorov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Yoshida lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Viktorov or not.
Yoshida has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Viktorov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Yoshida can turn it around.#T6#
A right hand to the body from Yoshida.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yoshida working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Yoshida works on Viktorov's body with a couple of short punches.
Yoshida lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Yoshida lands a right hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Yoshida won't allow it.
A body shot lands from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a body punch.
Yoshida just leaning against Viktorov, taking a breather.
Yoshida just leaning against Viktorov, taking a breather.
A nice left hand lands by Yoshida.
Yoshida cracks Viktorov with a nice body shot.
Yoshida stalling in the clinch.
Yoshida lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Viktorov.
Yoshida lands a body punch.
Yoshida pushes Viktorov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yoshida is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Yoshida scores with a hook to the body.#T7#
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike.
Yoshida slowing the pace effectively.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yoshida just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Yoshida lands a right hand.
Yoshida works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Still in the clinch, Yoshida scores with a nice short uppercut.
Yoshida lands a body punch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Yoshida takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Viktorov or not.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Yoshida lands a left hand.
Yoshida lands a shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Yoshida.
Yoshida throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Yoshida lands a body punch.
Yoshida presses Viktorov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T8#
A right handed body shot lands from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Yoshida lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yoshida scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Yoshida lands a nice shot to the body.
Good body shot from Yoshida.
Nice body punch from Yoshida - that landed with a thud.
Viktorov takes a shot to the head.
Yoshida digs a right hand underneath Viktorov's ribcage. Viktorov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Yoshida lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Viktorov jumps guard but Yoshida stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Yoshida scores with a shot to the side of Viktorov's head.
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Yoshida.
Yoshida is struggling to control the position.
Yoshida content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Yoshida continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Yoshida lands a nice uppercut.#T9#
Yoshida has Viktorov pushed against the ropes.
A short left from Yoshida.
Yoshida effectively controlling the action here.
A short body shot lands from Yoshida as the two fighters clinch.
Yoshida lands a nice shot to the body.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Yoshida.
A short left from Yoshida.
A hook to the body from Yoshida.
A body shot lands from Yoshida.
A right hook to the body lands for Yoshida.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Yoshida forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Yoshida lands a hook that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Yoshida pushes Viktorov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Yoshida is leaning against Viktorov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Yoshida lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Yoshida - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hitoshi Yoshida dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R2#
Yoshida scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Viktorov doesn't seem bothered though.
Viktorov tries to clinch up
and Yoshida counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Viktorov thinking.
A jab lands there for Yoshida.
Viktorov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Yoshida counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Viktorov tries to clinch but Yoshida moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoshida scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Yoshida has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Yoshida dips to his left and cracks Viktorov with an uppercut!#ROC2#
Viktorov is rocked!
Viktorov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oh Viktorov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Viktorov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Yoshida to score with a decent uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good exchange - Yoshida coming out on top.#T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Yoshida connects with a body shot that sends Viktorov's belly button to the back.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Yoshida moves out of range.
Viktorov seems to have got his legs back now.
Yoshida scores with a crisp jab that stopped Viktorov in his tracks.
Viktorov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Yoshida lands with an overhand left.
Yoshida listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Yoshida swats away the attempt to clinch by Viktorov.
A cross from Yoshida lands.
Hitoshi Yoshida seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Yoshida connects with a body shot.
Viktorov is looking to clinch.
Yoshida lands the left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yoshida paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Viktorov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Yoshida lands a nice shot to the body.
Viktorov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Yoshida moves out of range.
Yoshida lands a nice shot to the body.
Viktorov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Yoshida.
Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Viktorov controls his hands.
Yoshida is looking to control Viktorov's arms but Viktorov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Yoshida has his back to the ropes.
Yoshida lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Yoshida stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Yoshida lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Viktorov.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Yoshida stalling the fight.
Yoshida scores with a hook to the body.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Yoshida has him pressed against the ropes.
Yoshida lands a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Yoshida.
A short body shot lands from Yoshida as the two fighters clinch.
Hitoshi Yoshida seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Yoshida won't allow it.
Yoshida pushes Viktorov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Yoshida lands with a light punch inside.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yoshida just stands there and leans against the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Yoshida creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Yoshida lands a hook that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Yoshida is working Viktorov over against the ropes.
Viktorov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Yoshida.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yoshida lands a shoulder strike.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Yoshida holds him up against the ropes and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
A nice left hand lands by Yoshida.
Yoshida makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Yoshida is struggling to control the position.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Yoshida lands with a left to the head.
A short right from Yoshida on the inside.
The referee calls for Yoshida to work.
Yoshida pushes Viktorov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Yoshida lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Yoshida cracks Viktorov with a nice body shot.#T5#
Yoshida lands a left hand that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Still in the clinch, Yoshida scores with a nice short uppercut.
Yoshida pushes Viktorov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yoshida just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Yoshida working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Yoshida forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Yoshida lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yoshida avoiding damage.
Yoshida lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Viktorov backwards.
Yoshida working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Yoshida.
Yoshida lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Yoshida lands a body shot.
Yoshida creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Viktorov with a big uppercut! Viktorov tries to clinch up but Yoshida pushes him back against the ropes and lands another monster strike that crumples Viktorov to the mat! Viktorov covers up and Yoshida unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Hitoshi Yoshida!
A relieved looking Hitoshi Yoshida thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2018

#R1##CL#
Viktorov has taken the fight to the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD#
Viktorov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Viktorov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Funakoshi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Viktorov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Funakoshi throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Viktorov has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Funakoshi should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Viktorov has tightened it up now! Funakoshi should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aleksey Viktorov!
During a confident post fight interview, Aleksey Viktorov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Gladius #35
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Asrat gets tackled into the cage by Viktorov. Viktorov maintains the clinch. #TD#
Asrat lands a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Asrat defends well.
Asrat controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Asrat is sitting in close to Viktorov's body. Viktorov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Asrat is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Asrat is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Viktorov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aleksey Viktorov!
An out of breath Aleksey Viktorov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: QFC Tournament 870 Round 4
Date: Aug 24, 2018

#R1#
Lister throws out a leg kick but Viktorov moves out of range and Lister only half commits.
Viktorov tries to clinch but Lister moves out of range.
Lister throws a wild body kick that Viktorov sees coming a mile off.#CL2#
Viktorov takes the fight into the clinch.
Viktorov jumps guard but Lister stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Viktorov avoiding damage as Lister throws knees to the body.
Lister misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Viktorov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lister walks away with a smile on his face. Viktorov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Harold Lister has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksey Viktorov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lister cracks Viktorov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lister looks to land a combination but Viktorov avoids it well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lister misses with a straight right. #T1#
Viktorov wants to clinch.
Lister went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Viktorov moves to clinch but Lister breaks away
and Lister makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Viktorov avoids the head kick by Lister.
Lister misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lister ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Viktorov moves away.
Lister circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Lister was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Lister swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Lister is avoiding it.
Lister throws a low kick, looking for Viktorov's leg but Viktorov calmly moves out of range. #CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Lister turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Lister holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Lister gets through Viktorov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lister struggles to land a body shot inside as Viktorov controls his hands.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but Lister turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lister lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Viktorov prevents a body shot from Lister.
Lister is trying to break free.
Viktorov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lister to keep the fight standing.
Viktorov jumps guard but Lister stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lister lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lister just stands there and leans against the cage.
Viktorov fails to pull guard.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lister just stands there and leans against the cage.#T3#
Viktorov jumps guard but Lister stands there with Viktorov around his waist. Viktorov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lister goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lister lands an uppercut.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Lister forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lister lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC#
Lister manages to break the clinch.
Viktorov tries to clinch up.
Lister throws a right hand that Viktorov ducks under and follows up with a left that Viktorov also avoids with ease.
Viktorov blocks a head kick by Lister.
Lister fails to land with a series of punches.
Viktorov is looking to clinch but Lister is avoiding it.
A punch combination from Lister misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Viktorov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Lister throws a head kick but Viktorov moves out of range.
Lister throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lister throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Viktorov tries to clinch there but Lister circles away. #CL2#
Viktorov moves into range and clinches up with Lister.
Viktorov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lister smiles and moves away.
Lister lands a glancing blow to the side of Viktorov's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Viktorov doesn't manage to clinch there - Lister circles away.
Lister circles away from the clinch attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harold Lister dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lister throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Viktorov closes the distance and pushes Lister back into the cage.#TD2#
Viktorov decides to pull guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Viktorov wants to sweep here but Lister controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Lister avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lister knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Viktorov on the ground.#SUB2#
Viktorov is looking for a triangle but Lister pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Viktorov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lister trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Viktorov looking for a sweep. Not yet Viktorov, not yet.
Lister trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lister postures up and lands a big shot to Viktorov's brow. #SUB2#
Viktorov looking for a guillotine here but Lister defends easily.
Lister trying to control but Viktorov is working from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lister advances to half guard.
Lister takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Viktorov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viktorov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lister is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Viktorov can do to turn this around?#T3#
Lister distracts Viktorov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Viktorov looking to control.
Lister is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lister trying to control the position from guard on top but Viktorov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Viktorov has his foot on Lister's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lister works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Lister is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Viktorov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Lister is looking to defend but Viktorov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Lister! Viktorov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Lister taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aleksey Viktorov!
During a confident post fight interview, Aleksey Viktorov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: QFC Tournament 870 Round 3
Date: Aug 23, 2018

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Schulpp is defended easily by Viktorov.
Schulpp shoots in for a takedown but Viktorov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Viktorov rushes Schulpp and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Schulpp is trying to pull guard but Viktorov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Aleksey Viktorov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Schulpp.#TD#
Viktorov manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Schulpp drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Viktorov dives on top into guard.#REVR#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Schulpp holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Viktorov drops back looking for a leg! Schulpp is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Schulpp manages to kick Viktorov off! Viktorov jumps back into Schulpp's guard.
Schulpp wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schulpp is trying to keep Viktorov in close.
Viktorov being controlled here momentarily. #T1#
Viktorov looking to pass the guard.
Schulpp is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schulpp is continuing to stall.
Viktorov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Schulpp holds on and takes a little breather.
Schulpp trying to control the position. #SUB#
Viktorov drops back looking for a leg! Schulpp is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Schulpp manages to kick Viktorov off! Viktorov jumps back into Schulpp's guard.
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulpp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulpp controls Viktorov momentarily but Viktorov frees himself. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Schulpp has Viktorov pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Schulpp looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Schulpp is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Viktorov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Schulpp is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viktorov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Schulpp shoots in but Viktorov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Viktorov closes the distance and pushes Schulpp back into the cage.#TD#
Viktorov drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Viktorov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schulpp gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Viktorov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schulpp can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Schulpp advances to half guard.
Schulpp is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Schulpp looking for a guillotine from mount but Viktorov is having none of it. #SUB2#
Schulpp is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Viktorov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Viktorov shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Schulpp is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Viktorov has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Viktorov!
Viktorov postures up.
Viktorov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Schulpp's guard.
Schulpp is staying active underneath Viktorov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schulpp holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Let's hope that Schulpp has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Viktorov slows the pace down in half guard.
Schulpp is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Viktorov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Viktorov's back!#SUB2#
Schulpp looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Viktorov 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 Schulpp gets his way!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Viktorov showing good submission defense here.
Schulpp controlling well, preventing Viktorov from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Viktorov is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Viktorov 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 Schulpp gets his way!
Viktorov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksey Viktorov dominated that round.
That's time! Viktorov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Viktorov clinches. #TD#
Viktorov pulls guard successfully.
Viktorov has Schulpp pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Schulpp drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Schulpp jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Viktorov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schulpp pushes down on Viktorov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Viktorov is doing well to control the position and prevent Schulpp from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Viktorov is defending against the submission attempts here by Schulpp.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viktorov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schulpp pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Schulpp is looking for submissions but instead, Viktorov has regained full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Schulpp has gone for a leg lock! Viktorov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Schulpp's guard.#REVR#
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulpp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulpp has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Aleksey Viktorov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Viktorov looking to pass the guard.
Schulpp looking to control. #SUB#
Viktorov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Schulpp is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2#
Schulpp is trying to control the position but Viktorov postures up.
Viktorov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Viktorov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Schulpp wants to control but Viktorov is keeping busy.
Viktorov wants to take a breather but Schulpp is having none of it.
Schulpp is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schulpp controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Viktorov wants to control but Schulpp is keeping him busy. #T3#
Schulpp trying to control here.
Viktorov prevents Schulpp from improving his position.#SUB#
Viktorov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Schulpp sees it coming and defends easily.
Schulpp is trying to get back to full guard.
Schulpp preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Viktorov is working for a kimura but Schulpp is defending it quite comfortably.
Schulpp tries to roll over but Viktorov keeps him under control.#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.
Viktorov is thwarting Schulpp's attempts to control the position.
Schulpp makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Schulpp.
Schulpp seems keen to control Viktorov's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schulpp can't keep his opponent in guard - Viktorov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Schulpp has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Viktorov is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Viktorov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksey Viktorov 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#
Viktorov pushes Schulpp up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Schulpp drags the fight down to the ground.
Schulpp working a defensive guard here.
Schulpp controlling Viktorov's posture.
Viktorov tries to free his leg and advance position but Schulpp is retaining full guard.
Schulpp is trying to control the position but Viktorov postures up.
Viktorov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
You can see the frustration on Schulpp'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.
Schulpp is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Viktorov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Schulpp can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Schulpp is trying to improve his position.
Schulpp stops Viktorov from passing to mount. #SUB#
Viktorov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Schulpp knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Viktorov is trying to get an arm triangle but Schulpp is defending well.
Viktorov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
You can see the frustration on Schulpp's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Schulpp is looking to regain half guard here but Viktorov keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Viktorov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Schulpp wants to control but Viktorov postures up.
Schulpp is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Viktorov is staying active.#SUB#
Viktorov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Schulpp, who protects the arm well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Viktorov working away.
Schulpp sneaks back into half guard.
Schulpp is trying to maintain the position but Viktorov is very close to passing his half guard.
Aleksey Viktorov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Viktorov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Schulpp works his way to full guard. Good work.
Schulpp trying to keep a closed guard but Viktorov is proving a slippery customer.
Viktorov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schulpp can do to turn this around?
Viktorov controlling from the top position.
Schulpp trying to control the position.
Viktorov wants to pass the guard but Schulpp is keeping the position.
Viktorov trying to control the position from guard on top but Schulpp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schulpp trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Schulpp misses with a takedown attempt - Viktorov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Schulpp fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice takedown defense from Viktorov. No joy for Schulpp on that attempt.
Aleksey Viktorov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Schulpp.#CL#
Viktorov forces Schulpp back against the cage and clinches.
Schulpp tries to pull guard but Viktorov won't allow it.
Schulpp jumps guard but Viktorov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Viktorov gets control of Schulpp's arms and successfully pulls guard. Viktorov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Viktorov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Schulpp drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Viktorov dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Jeff Schulpp has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Viktorov sitting in guard, not really doing much.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aleksey Viktorov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Viktorov 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight for Aleksey Viktorov!
Judge Josh West scores the fight for Aleksey Viktorov!
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight for Aleksey Viktorov!

Aleksey Viktorov wins by unanimous decision!
A relieved looking Aleksey Viktorov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: QFC Tournament 870 Round 2
Date: Aug 22, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Max 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.#SUB#
Viktorov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Max throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Viktorov's body to avoid the submission. Viktorov has instead reached around Max's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Viktorov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aleksey Viktorov!
A relieved looking Aleksey Viktorov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: QFC Tournament 870 Round 1
Date: Aug 21, 2018

#R1##CL#
Viktorov drives through and clinches with Sandok against the cage.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Sandok holds him up against the cage and eventually Viktorov drops back down to his feet.
Viktorov dodges an elbow strike from Sandok.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sandok wants to break the clinch but can't.
Viktorov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksey Viktorov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viktorov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sandok throws a punch but it's blocked by Viktorov.
Sandok misses with a hook from the clinch.
Viktorov tries to pull guard but Sandok forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sandok tries to land knees in the clinch but Viktorov avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Viktorov jumps into guard, dragging Sandok to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandok wants to pass the guard but Viktorov is keeping the position.
Sandok really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Viktorov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sandok looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Viktorov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sandok is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Sandok passes Viktorov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov with the active half guard here but Sandok passes nicely into side control.
Viktorov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sandok wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Viktorov can't do much from the bottom here.
Viktorov is trying to get back to half guard.
Sandok slows the pace down. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sandok working the head with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viktorov wants to control but Sandok postures up.
Sandok grinds an elbow into Viktorov's temple.
Sandok laying and praying for a moment but Viktorov takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Viktorov looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sandok is looking to take a break and control but Viktorov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Viktorov wants to control but Sandok is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Viktorov is pressing down on Sandok's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Viktorov is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Sandok has his hands clasped together but Viktorov extends and breaks Sandok's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Viktorov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aleksey Viktorov!
Aleksey Viktorov tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

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