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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 02, 2021 |
#R1#
O Malley misses with a body shot.
Tagirbekov misses with a takedown attempt - O Malley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
O Malley throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tagirbekov.
A little jabbing left from Tagirbekov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
O Malley throws out a leg kick but Tagirbekov moves out of range and O Malley only half commits.
Tagirbekov throws out a counter right but O Malley avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Tagirbekov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. O Malley was covering up waiting for the punch and Tagirbekov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
O Malley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tagirbekov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Tagirbekov has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think O Malley should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Tagirbekov has tightened it up now! O Malley 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 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
After the fight, Ruslan Tagirbekov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 14
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Stackhouse swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Stackhouse scores with the left hand. Tagirbekov knows he should have avoided that one.
Tagirbekov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Stackhouse connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tagirbekov scrambles back to his feet.
Tagirbekov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've been hearing reports that Tagirbekov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Stackhouse lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tagirbekov circles away quickly and effectively.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tagirbekov. #SUB#
Tagirbekov is trying to get an arm triangle but Stackhouse is defending well.
Stackhouse prevents Tagirbekov from moving into mount.
Stackhouse is not content to let Tagirbekov control the position. #SUB#
Tagirbekov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1##SUB#
Tagirbekov is trying to get an arm triangle but Stackhouse is defending well.
Tagirbekov controlling from side mount.
Stackhouse wants to get back to his feet but Tagirbekov drags him back down.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Tagirbekov is trying to get an arm triangle but Stackhouse is defending well. #ES2#
Stackhouse bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD#
Tagirbekov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Stackhouse manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Tagirbekov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Stackhouse manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tagirbekov has Stackhouse in his guard.#REVB#
Tagirbekov has his hands on Stackhouse 's head, controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jason Stackhouse dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tagirbekov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#It looks like Ruslan Tagirbekov has been cut.
Stackhouse jabs at Tagirbekov's body.
Stackhouse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tagirbekov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Stackhouse has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Stackhouse 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.
Tagirbekov throws a body punch but Stackhouse moves out of range.
Stackhouse misses with a wild combination.
Tagirbekov throws a push kick but Stackhouse slaps the foot to one side.
A low kick lands for Stackhouse .
Stackhouse throws a shot from downtown. Tagirbekov moves away and avoids it.
Jason Stackhouse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stackhouse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tagirbekov was well out of range. Poor timing from Stackhouse .
Stackhouse fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stackhouse with a jab.
Stackhouse throws a hook but Tagirbekov blocks it.
Tagirbekov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Stackhouse misses with an uppercut.
Stackhouse misses with a hook to the body
and Tagirbekov counters with an outside leg kick.
Jason Stackhouse is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stackhouse throws a nice looking combination but Tagirbekov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Stackhouse throws a big shot that misses.
Tagirbekov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Stackhouse . That snapped Tagirbekov's head back.
Stackhouse misses with a wild body shot.
Stackhouse fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tagirbekov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tagirbekov is defended easily by Stackhouse .
Stackhouse stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stackhouse wants it to stay on the feet.
Tagirbekov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stackhouse stalks Tagirbekov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tagirbekov's face. Tagirbekov staggers backwards, shaken.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stackhouse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tagirbekov.
Stackhouse throws a looping overhand right but Tagirbekov ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
That kick from Stackhouse tenderised Tagirbekov's leg. Tagirbekov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Stackhouse stuffs the takedown attempt from Tagirbekov. Tagirbekov gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ruslan Tagirbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stackhouse bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tagirbekov's head backwards.
Tagirbekov with a poor takedown #KD2#
and Stackhouse counters with a nice right hand that sends Tagirbekov toppling to the canvas! Tagirbekov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Stackhouse finish him?!#ROC2#Tagirbekov is rocked!
Stackhouse jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tagirbekov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Oh Tagirbekov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A jab from Stackhouse misses.
Tagirbekov seems to have got his legs back now.
Stackhouse slaps away a takedown attempt from Tagirbekov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tagirbekov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tagirbekov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tagirbekov connects with a solid leg kick.
Stackhouse darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tagirbekov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stackhouse as he avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jason Stackhouse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ruslan Tagirbekov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Stackhouse looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tagirbekov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Stackhouse counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stackhouse misses with an uppercut. Tagirbekov saw that one coming.
Tagirbekov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tagirbekov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stackhouse .
Stackhouse on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Stackhouse connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Stackhouse walks into a straight right hand from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov shoots in and drives through. Stackhouse sprawls well.
Stackhouse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tagirbekov was well out of range. Poor timing from Stackhouse .
Stackhouse stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Stackhouse leaves Tagirbekov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ruslan Tagirbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tagirbekov staying out of range there.
Tagirbekov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Stackhouse defends it nicely.#T1##TD#
Tagirbekov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Stackhouse kicks off Tagirbekov and gets to his feet. #KD2#
Stackhouse cracks Tagirbekov with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Stackhouse has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Tagirbekov to stand back up!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice takedown defense from Stackhouse . No joy for Tagirbekov on that attempt.
Stackhouse looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Stackhouse is looking to score with low kicks.#KD2#
Stackhouse feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Tagirbekov sprawling to the canvas! Tagirbekov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Stackhouse finish him?!
An inside leg kick lands from Stackhouse .
Stackhouse feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Tagirbekov collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Jason Stackhouse !
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jason Stackhouse waved his t-shirt featuring Carnage 's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
GAMMA#886 Falcone v Newton
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Tagirbekov.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hoppe enables Tagirbekov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hoppe manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hoppe is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Hoppe postures up and lands a big shot to Tagirbekov's brow.
Hoppe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hoppe stopping the sweep attempt from Tagirbekov.
Hoppe lands a couple of elbows.
Hoppe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoppe trying to control the position from guard on top but Tagirbekov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hoppe engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Tagirbekov keeping moving, preventing Hoppe from controlling successfully.
Tagirbekov is looking to stand back up but Hoppe counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Tagirbekov.
Hoppe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hoppe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Hoppe postures up.
Tagirbekov works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2#
Tagirbekov working a defensive guard but Hoppe manages to pass into side control anyway.
Hoppe working the ground and pound from side control.
Tagirbekov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tagirbekov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Tagirbekov is looking to control Hoppe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tagirbekov avoid being mounted?
Tagirbekov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hoppe scores with a couple of nice shots.
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. Hoppe connects with a nice short shot to Tagirbekov's temple. #T3##SUB#
Hoppe 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.
Tagirbekov is trying to escape back to his feet but Hoppe uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Tagirbekov is looking for a sweep.
Hoppe working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Hoppe thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tagirbekov is not content to let Hoppe control the position. #T4#
Hoppe scoring with punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Check out the look on Hoppe's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Tagirbekov isn't going anywhere.
Hoppe tries to move into full mount but can't pass Tagirbekov's legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoppe creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hans Hermann Hoppe dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hoppe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A right-left combo lands from Hoppe.
Sloppy strikes from Tagirbekov. Those never looked like landing.
Hoppe connects with a right hand. Tagirbekov shakes it off.
Hoppe throws a leg kick but Tagirbekov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tagirbekov throws a leg kick but Hoppe sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hoppe misses with a double jab.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook.
Tagirbekov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tagirbekov moves away from the strike by Hoppe.
Hoppe avoids the body shot from Tagirbekov.
Hoppe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tagirbekov misses with a wild combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoppe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tagirbekov at a distance.
#T1#
Hoppe looks to score with a jab to the body but Tagirbekov is just out of range.
Hoppe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hoppe throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
so Tagirbekov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hoppe keeping full guard, as Tagirbekov tries to pass. #SUB#
Hoppe has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tagirbekov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hoppe keeping moving, preventing Tagirbekov from controlling successfully.
Hoppe manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tagirbekov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Hoppe trying to control the position from guard on top but Tagirbekov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Tagirbekov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hoppe working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hoppe is stalling in the full guard.
Tagirbekov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tagirbekov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hoppe's guard. #REVB#
Tagirbekov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hoppe seems keen to control Tagirbekov's posture.
Tagirbekov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Hoppe is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hoppe working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Hoppe has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tagirbekov is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Hoppe.
Hoppe gets back to half guard.
Tagirbekov uses his free foot to push down on Hoppe's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hoppe.
Tagirbekov wants to control the pace but Hoppe is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Hoppe tries to hold on but Tagirbekov postures up.#SUB2#
Tagirbekov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Tagirbekov avoids the attempt from Hoppe to control.
Hoppe working to try and regain half guard.
Hoppe is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Hans Hermann Hoppe will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A bone on bone clash there as Hoppe blocks the leg kick.
Hoppe avoids the body shot from Tagirbekov.
#TD#
Hoppe looking to score a takedown here. Tagirbekov is defending well but Hoppe drives through and ends up in Tagirbekov's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoppe stands up over Tagirbekov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Tagirbekov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hoppe defends it easily.
Hoppe connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hoppe manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Hoppe trying to keep a closed guard but Tagirbekov is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Tagirbekov stopping the sweep attempt from Hoppe.
Tagirbekov wants to control from the top but Hoppe keeps moving.
Hoppe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tagirbekov can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Hoppe 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! Tagirbekov rolls with it to try and escape but Hoppe cranks on the arm and Tagirbekov is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hans Hermann Hoppe!
An out of breath and clearly excited Hans Hermann Hoppe thanked Altitude Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Summers ducks under a wild hook from Tagirbekov.
Summers connects with the punch.
Summers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tagirbekov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jake Summers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tagirbekov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Summers misses with a hook.
Summers takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Tagirbekov gets a clinch.
Tagirbekov lands with a short shot to the head.
Tagirbekov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tagirbekov is stalling here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tagirbekov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tagirbekov looking to slow down the pace here.
Tagirbekov stalling in the clinch.
Tagirbekov throws a punch but it's blocked by Summers.
Tagirbekov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tagirbekov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Tagirbekov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tagirbekov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Summers misses with a body punch.
Tagirbekov stalls.
Tagirbekov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Summers misses with some punches.
Summers presses Tagirbekov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Summers scores with a shot to the side of Tagirbekov's head.
Summers prevents a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov is trying to stall.
Summers throws a punch but it's blocked by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Summers.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Summers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tagirbekov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Summers.
Tagirbekov swings wildly with an uppercut but Summers uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Summers is trying to break the clinch but Tagirbekov is controlling him.
Tagirbekov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tagirbekov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Summers's elbow.
Summers can't find room to land a body shot as Tagirbekov controls the action.
Tagirbekov lands a nice uppercut.
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!
Tagirbekov lands a body shot.
Tagirbekov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Summers misses with a body punch.
Summers misses with some punches.
Tagirbekov lands a shoulder strike.
Tagirbekov slows down the pace here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tagirbekov struggles to land a body shot inside as Summers controls his hands.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Summers avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
Summers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Summers.
Tagirbekov blocking some punches.
Summers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Tagirbekov stalling.
Tagirbekov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Summers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tagirbekov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Summers blocks an uppercut.
Tagirbekov digs a right hand underneath Summers's ribcage. Summers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Summers throws a head punch that misses.
Tagirbekov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Summers blocks a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov struggles to land a body shot inside as Summers controls his hands.
Tagirbekov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Summers blocking some punches.
Tagirbekov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Summers blocks a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Summers backwards.
Summers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Summers wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Summers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Summers swings wildly with an uppercut but Tagirbekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tagirbekov leaning his opponent against the cage.#T4#
A short right from Tagirbekov.
Summers working aggressively here.
Summers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Summers misses with the head strike.
Summers scores with a nice hook to the head.
Summers blocks an uppercut.
Summers misses with the head strike.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Summers blocks it.
Summers swings wildly with an uppercut but Tagirbekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Summers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tagirbekovs head.
Summers lands a shoulder strike.
Tagirbekov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Summers misses with a hook to the ribs.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Tagirbekov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Tagirbekov rushes Summers and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ruslan Tagirbekov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tagirbekov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Summers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Summers can't find room to land a body shot as Tagirbekov controls the action.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Tagirbekov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Summers is trying to break the clinch but Tagirbekov is controlling him.
Tagirbekov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Summers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Summers prevents a body shot from Tagirbekov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tagirbekov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Summers working aggressively here.
Tagirbekov can't find room to land a body shot as Summers controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov takes a shot to the head.
Summers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov lands a right hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Summers.
Summers prevents a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Summers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tagirbekov scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Tagirbekov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The referee calls for Tagirbekov to work.
Tagirbekov stalls.
The crowd are getting on Tagirbekov's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Tagirbekov throws a head punch that misses.
Summers misses with a punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tagirbekov works on Summers's body with a couple of short punches.
Summers throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tagirbekov.
Summers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tagirbekov can't find room to land a body shot as Summers controls the action.
Summers letting Tagirbekov take a breather here.
A short right from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov can't find room to land a body shot as Summers controls the action.
Summers misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
Tagirbekov stalling in the clinch but Summers improves position.
Tagirbekov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tagirbekov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Summers working aggressively here.
Tagirbekov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Tagirbekov.
Summers lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tagirbekov lands with a short shot to the head.
Summers has a couple of punches blocked by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Summers throws a head punch that misses.
Tagirbekov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tagirbekov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Summers backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tagirbekov.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tagirbekov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Summers avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
Tagirbekov pushes Summers back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tagirbekov scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Summers lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tagirbekov.
Summers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Summers as Tagirbekov tries to tie him up.
Tagirbekov prevents a body shot from Summers.
Tagirbekov blocks an uppercut.
Tagirbekov lands a shot to the body.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Summers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tagirbekov's elbow.
Summers is trying to break the clinch but Tagirbekov is controlling him.
Summers lands a shoulder strike.
Tagirbekov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tagirbekov lands an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Summers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tagirbekov lands with a left to the head.
Tagirbekov lands with a right to the head.
Tagirbekov is trying to maintain a safe position but Summers gets an underhook and turns Tagirbekov into the cage.
Summers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Summers fails to land.
Summers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Summers working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Tagirbekov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Summers.
Tagirbekov trying to stall but Summers improves his position.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Summers avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
Summers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Summers letting Tagirbekov take a breather here.
Summers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tagirbekov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Summers lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tagirbekov.
Summers is trying to force a seperation but Tagirbekov has the dominant position.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Summers blocks it.
Summers prevents a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tagirbekov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Tagirbekov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Tagirbekov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Summers throws a head punch that misses.
Summers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch to the body.
Summers can't find room to land a body shot as Tagirbekov controls the action.
Tagirbekov stalling in the clinch.
Summers lands a right hand.
The referee calls for Tagirbekov to work.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Summers lands with a right to the head.
A right hand to the body from Tagirbekov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov blocking some punches.
A short right from Summers on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tagirbekov.
A short uppercut from Summers.
Tagirbekov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Summers lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tagirbekov.#T1#
Tagirbekov scores with a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tagirbekov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short body shot lands from Summers as the two fighters clinch.
Tagirbekov scores with a hook to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tagirbekov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tagirbekov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Summers.
Tagirbekov throws a head punch that misses.
Tagirbekov leaning against his opponent.
Tagirbekov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Summers working aggressively here.
Tagirbekov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Summers.
Tagirbekov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ruslan Tagirbekov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Summers misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Summers fails to land.
Summers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Summers misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Summers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Summers fails to land.
Tagirbekov blocks an uppercut.
Summers misses with a punch on the inside.
Summers swings wildly with an uppercut but Tagirbekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Summers.
Summers is trying to push Tagirbekov away but Tagirbekov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T3#
Tagirbekov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Summers tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tagirbekov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tagirbekov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tagirbekov tries to work over Summers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Summers misses with some punches.
Summers has a couple of punches blocked by Tagirbekov.
Summers misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Summers fails to land.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Tagirbekov.
Summers throws a punch but it's blocked by Tagirbekov. #T4#
Summers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Summers misses with a short punch on the inside.
Summers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Summers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Summers tries to throw a body punch but Tagirbekov avoids it by throwing Summers back against the cage.
Summers is trying to break the clinch but Tagirbekov has him pressed against the cage.
Tagirbekov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Summerss head.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Summers avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
Summers tries to break the clinch but Tagirbekov is controlling the position.
Tagirbekov blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Tagirbekov.
Jake Summers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tagirbekov blocks an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ruslan Tagirbekov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tagirbekov 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruslan Tagirbekov!
A less than humble Ruslan Tagirbekov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
UnderGround FC 89
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
#R1#
Rodriguez throws a right and a left that Tagirbekov avoids nicely.
Rodriguez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
No joy there for Rodriguez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tagirbekov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rodriguez swats away the attempt to clinch by Tagirbekov.
A jab from Tagirbekov misses. #CL#
Tagirbekov clinches with his opponent.
Tagirbekov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rodriguez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tagirbekov backwards.
Rodriguez is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Rodriguez can't find room to land a body shot as Tagirbekov controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez blocking some punches.
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez can't find room to land a body shot as Tagirbekov controls the action.
Rodriguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch on the inside.
Rodriguez misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1#
Tagirbekov has a couple of punches blocked by Rodriguez.
Tagirbekov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Rodriguez blocks it.
Rodriguez taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tagirbekov misses with some punches.
Tagirbekov lands a hook that snaps the head of Rodriguez backwards.
Tagirbekov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tagirbekov blocks an uppercut.
Tagirbekov lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez misses with a body punch.
Rodriguez tries to throw a body punch but Tagirbekov avoids it by throwing Rodriguez back against the cage.
Rodriguez blocking some punches.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
Rodriguez misses with a body punch.
Tagirbekov digs a right hand underneath Rodriguez's ribcage. Rodriguez let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rodriguez's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rodriguez. #T2#
A short left from Tagirbekov.
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!
Tagirbekov lands a left hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov throws a head punch that misses.
Tagirbekov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tagirbekov has a couple of punches blocked by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tagirbekov backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rodriguez misses with some punches.
Tagirbekov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rodriguez lands a right hand.
Tagirbekov lands a hook that snaps the head of Rodriguez backwards.
Nice body punch from Rodriguez.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Rodriguez blocks it.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A shot in the inside from Tagirbekov. #T3#
Tagirbekov digs a right hand underneath Rodriguez's ribcage. Rodriguez let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rodriguez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Rodriguez blocks it.
Rodriguez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rodriguez cracks Tagirbekov with a nice body shot.
A shot in the inside from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rodriguez scores with a shot to the side of Tagirbekov's head.
Tagirbekov gets through Rodriguez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Rodriguez on the inside.
Tagirbekov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rodriguez presses Tagirbekov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rodriguez misses with the head strike.
Tagirbekov working aggressively here.
Tagirbekov tries to work over Rodriguez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
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!
Rodriguez is leaning against Tagirbekov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
Rodriguez taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rodriguez has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tagirbekov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Rodriguez can turn it around.
Rodriguez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rodriguez misses with a body punch.
Tagirbekov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez pressing his opponent against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov throws a head punch that misses.
Rodriguez struggles to land a body shot inside as Tagirbekov controls his hands.
Tagirbekov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rodriguez lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rodriguez cracks Tagirbekov with a nice body shot.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Rodriguez blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Rodriguez fails to land.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rodriguez backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rodriguez.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Tagirbekov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tagirbekov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rodriguez scores with a hook to the body. Tagirbekov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The fighters circling - Tagirbekov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rodriguez slips a jab from Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez lands a two punch combo.
Rodriguez throws a push kick but Tagirbekov slaps the foot to one side.
Tagirbekov is looking to counter punch.
Pablo Rodriguez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodriguez misses with a double jab.
#CL#
Tagirbekov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tagirbekov has a couple of punches blocked by Rodriguez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ruslan Tagirbekov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rodriguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tagirbekov.
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!
Tagirbekov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rodriguez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Rodriguez takes a shot to the head.
Tagirbekov being controlled against the cage.
Rodriguez is trying to stall.
Rodriguez prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tagirbekov swings wildly with an uppercut but Rodriguez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tagirbekov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rodriguez scores with a hook to the body.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch on the inside.
Rodriguez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tagirbekov up against the cage.
Tagirbekov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez prevents a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Rodriguez fails to land.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Rodriguez avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
Tagirbekov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tagirbekov can't find room to land a body shot as Rodriguez controls the action.
Rodriguez is leaning against Tagirbekov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tagirbekov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov scores with a shot to the side of Rodriguez's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rodriguez lands an uppercut.
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!
Rodriguez blocks an uppercut.
Tagirbekov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodriguez can do to turn this around?
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez tries a body shot but Tagirbekov blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tagirbekov.
A short left from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez swings wildly with an uppercut but Tagirbekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tagirbekov tries to work over Rodriguez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Tagirbekov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez throws a head punch that misses.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez tries a body shot but Tagirbekov blocks it.
Rodriguez misses with some punches.
A short left from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tagirbekov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rodriguez controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rodriguez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Rodriguez on the inside.
Rodriguez tries to work over Tagirbekov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rodriguez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rodriguez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
#T4#
Rodriguez's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tagirbekov as Rodriguez tries to tie him up.
Rodriguez lands with a left to the head.
Rodriguez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tagirbekov's elbow.
Tagirbekov prevents a body shot from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tagirbekov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tagirbekov blocks an uppercut.
Tagirbekov blocking some punches.
Rodriguez digs a right hand into Tagirbekov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tagirbekov's gas tank.
Tagirbekov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tagirbekov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tagirbekov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rodriguez trying to control the position but instead, Tagirbekov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Rodriguez into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Pablo Rodriguez will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Rodriguez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rodriguez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tagirbekov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rodriguez's hands.
Tagirbekov throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2#
and Rodriguez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rodriguez tries a body shot but Tagirbekov blocks it.
Tagirbekov working aggressively here.
Rodriguez lands with a right to the head.
Tagirbekov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rodriguez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tagirbekov has a couple of punches blocked by Rodriguez.
Tagirbekov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodriguez.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch to the body.
Rodriguez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tagirbekov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Rodriguez presses Tagirbekov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tagirbekov taking a breather.
Tagirbekov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rodriguez lands a hook that snaps the head of Tagirbekov backwards.
Rodriguez lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tagirbekov lands a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rodriguez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tagirbekov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Rodriguez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rodriguez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tagirbekov misses with a punch to the body.
Rodriguez scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rodriguez lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Tagirbekov misses with the head strike.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tagirbekov.
Rodriguez blocks a body shot from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rodriguez controls his hands.
Tagirbekov blocking some punches.
Tagirbekov digs a right hand into Rodriguez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rodriguez's gas tank.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
Tagirbekov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rodriguez controls his hands.
Rodriguez trying to stall but Tagirbekov improves his position.
Tagirbekov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rodriguez lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tagirbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rodriguez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tagirbekov tries a body shot but Rodriguez blocks it.
Rodriguez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rodriguez stalling in the clinch.
#T3#
Rodriguez lands a body shot.
Tagirbekov can't find room to land a body shot as Rodriguez controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Tagirbekov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rodriguez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tagirbekov swings wildly with an uppercut but Rodriguez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tagirbekov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Still in the clinch, Rodriguez scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Rodriguez - that landed with a thud.
The referee calls for Rodriguez to work.
Tagirbekov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rodriguez's elbow.
Tagirbekov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rodriguez looking to slow down the pace here.
Tagirbekov blocking some punches.
Tagirbekov swings wildly with an uppercut but Rodriguez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tagirbekov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Rodriguez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tagirbekov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rodriguez backwards.
Tagirbekov misses with a body punch.
Rodriguez lands a body shot.
A short uppercut from Rodriguez.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tagirbekov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Rodriguez is keeping busy.
Tagirbekov misses with some punches.
Tagirbekov misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Tagirbekov fails to land.
Rodriguez taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tagirbekov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rodriguez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tagirbekov lands an uppercut.
Rodriguez is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Rodriguez misses with some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ruslan Tagirbekov.
I think Tagirbekov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 29:29
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kamden Jackson (ranked 2347 p4p, 309 weight class) and Ruslan Tagirbekov (ranked 1121 p4p, 120 weight class). Jackson kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Creed II- Eye of the Tiger. Tagirbekov has chosen Sabina Saidova - Dagestan as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Kamden Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Ruslan Tagirbekov!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Robert Twigg and Gwen Towbar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Jackson gets tackled into the cage by Tagirbekov. Tagirbekov maintains the clinch.
Tagirbekov has Jackson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Jackson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Jackson is pressed up against the cage. Tagirbekov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jackson down to the mat. Jackson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tagirbekov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tagirbekov is trying to pull guard but Jackson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kamden Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ruslan Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov is working for takedown but Jackson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tagirbekov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tagirbekov pulls guard successfully.
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Tagirbekov is retaining full guard.
Jackson is working hard here to advance position.
Jackson 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Tagirbekov keeps moving.
Tagirbekov trying to keep a closed guard but Jackson is proving a slippery customer.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jackson 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.
Jackson preventing the sweep.
Tagirbekov trying to keep a closed guard but Jackson is proving a slippery customer.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Tagirbekov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Tagirbekov is retaining full guard.
Jackson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tagirbekov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jackson has managed to get both his arms back between Tagirbekov's legs - danger averted.
Jackson trying to control but Tagirbekov is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jackson 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.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Tagirbekov keeps moving.
Tagirbekov being controlled here, momentarily.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tagirbekov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
Jackson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Tagirbekov keeps moving.
Tagirbekov working a defensive guard here.
Jackson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tagirbekov is keeping the position for now.
Tagirbekov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Jackson stacks Tagirbekov 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 Jackson! Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (3) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Jackson trying to control the action but Tagirbekov is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is looking to regain half guard here but Jackson keeps moving and retains side control.
Tagirbekov keeps trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tagirbekov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Jackson is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jackson (5) vs (0) Tagirbekov
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jackson moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Jackson (8) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Jackson is looking to control Tagirbekov but Tagirbekov is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Jackson has the hooks in. Tagirbekov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Jackson looking for the RNC.
Tagirbekov tries to break free.
Will Jackson go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Tagirbekov turns into Jackson and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (8) vs (2) Tagirbekov
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jackson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (10) vs (2) Tagirbekov
Jackson wants to pass the guard but Tagirbekov is keeping the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jackson is aware though and is defending well.
Jackson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Jackson advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (13) vs (2) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jackson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Jackson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jackson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Tagirbekov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jackson taking a breather here.
Tagirbekov tries to buck Jackson off but Jackson is having none of it.
Tagirbekov wants to control but Jackson postures up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Jackson is looking to take a break and control but Tagirbekov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tagirbekov tries to buck Jackson off but Jackson is having none of it.
Jackson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jackson trying to control the action but Tagirbekov is working from the bottom.
Tagirbekov wants to control but Jackson postures up.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jackson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Tagirbekov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jackson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jackson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tagirbekov has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is looking for a sweep.
Jackson wants to control but Tagirbekov is keeping him busy.
Jackson takes a little break here. Tagirbekov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Tagirbekov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Jackson is looking to take a break and control but Tagirbekov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jackson is trying to get an arm triangle but Tagirbekov is defending well.
Jackson trying to control the action but Tagirbekov is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Jackson'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.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is trying to improve his position.
Jackson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Tagirbekov is letting Jackson control him for a moment.
Tagirbekov can't do much from the bottom here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jackson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tagirbekov struggling a bit here.
Tagirbekov looks to move to half guard but instead Jackson has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jackson (15) vs (2) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jackson is trying to take his opponent's back.
Tagirbekov is squirming around, avoiding Jackson's attempts to control the action.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Jackson prevents Tagirbekov from getting the reversal.
Jackson looking to control but Tagirbekov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Jackson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Tagirbekov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Tagirbekov is looking to regain half guard here but Jackson keeps moving and retains side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jackson is looking to take a break and control but Tagirbekov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jackson takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Kamden Jackson managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (155lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 18, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Boris Orlov (ranked 1878 p4p, 209 weight class) and Ruslan Tagirbekov (ranked 1054 p4p, 120 weight class). Orlov comes to the cage accompanied by K.A.B.O.S.H. - God Of War. Tagirbekov comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Sabina Saidova - Dagestan kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Boris Orlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ruslan Tagirbekov!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Ron Honeybunn and Ben Watson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Orlov moves into the clinch successfully.
Orlov goes for a takedown attempt but Tagirbekov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tagirbekov tries to keep at a distance but Orlov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Orlov wants to take the fight to the mat but Tagirbekov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tagirbekov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Orlov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Tagirbekov can't fight it off and eventually Orlov manages to take the fight to the floor. Tagirbekov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orlov (2) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Orlov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Orlov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tagirbekov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov is looking for a triangle but Orlov pushes his legs off easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tagirbekov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Orlov defends it easily.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Our spies down at at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym inform us that Tagirbekov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Tagirbekov is looking for a triangle but Orlov pushes his legs off easily.
Tagirbekov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Tagirbekov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Orlov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is looking for a triangle but Orlov pushes his legs off easily.
Tagirbekov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Orlov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Orlov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tagirbekov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tagirbekov trying to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Orlov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orlov pulls his head out easily.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Well, if Orlov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Tagirbekov is trying to maintain the position but Orlov is very close to passing his half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov wants to get back to full guard.
Tagirbekov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Orlov prevents Tagirbekov from improving his position.
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orlov pulls his head out easily.
Still in half guard, Orlov seems content to control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions off his back.
Tagirbekov trying to control here.
Tagirbekov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Orlov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Orlov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tagirbekov wants to improve his position but Orlov is controlling well.
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orlov pulls his head out easily.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions off his back.
Tagirbekov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tagirbekov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Orlov is working away from the top position though.
Tagirbekov tries to roll over but Orlov keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tagirbekov trying to hold on to Orlov's head to control him but Orlov postures up.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov wants to get back to full guard but Orlov has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Orlov (5) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Orlov wants to control but Tagirbekov is keeping him busy.
Tagirbekov tries to improve position but can't.
Tagirbekov tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Orlov (7) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov is desperately trying to improve his position but Orlov has a good base and remains in mount.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov wants to hold on but Orlov pushes him away.
Orlov controlling his opponent.
Tagirbekov is desperately trying to improve his position but Orlov has a good base and remains in mount.
Orlov controlling the position easily from mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov wants to control but Orlov is having none of it.
Tagirbekov working to try and regain half guard.
Orlov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tagirbekov tries to lock up and control but Orlov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tagirbekov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Orlov tries to pass to full mount but Tagirbekov defends it.
Orlov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is trying to get back to full guard.
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Orlov pulls his head out easily.
Tagirbekov is pressing down on Orlov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Orlov is pushing down on Tagirbekov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tagirbekov is fighting to maintain full guard but Orlov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tagirbekov is looking for a sweep. Orlov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov wants to get back to full guard but Orlov has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Orlov (10) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov is looking to get to half guard.
Orlov controlling the position easily from mount.
Tagirbekov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tagirbekov tries to lock up and control but Orlov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tagirbekov is trying desperately to improve position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Orlov controlling from the full mount.
Tagirbekov wants to hold on but Orlov pushes him away.
Tagirbekov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Orlov passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Orlov (13) vs (0) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Orlov trying to control the pace.
Tagirbekov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tagirbekov actively working from the bottom here.
Tagirbekov is in trouble now - Orlov has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Orlov (16) vs (0) Tagirbekov
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Orlov controlling the pace for now.
Tagirbekov tries to hold on but Orlov postures up.
Orlov prevents Tagirbekov from getting the reversal.
Tagirbekov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Orlov (16) vs (2) Tagirbekov
Tagirbekov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Orlov is defending against the submission attempts here by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Orlov defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Orlov takes the fight on points by 16 to 2.
Boris Orlov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (155lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ruslan Tagirbekov (ranked 1055 p4p, 120 weight class) and Douglas Dannis (ranked 4416 p4p, 0 weight class). Tagirbekov comes to the cage accompanied by Sabina Saidova - Dagestan. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Ruslan Tagirbekov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Douglas Dannis!
The judges for this bout are Ron Honeybunn, Francis DeMontford and Topper Green.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tagirbekov gets a clinch.
Tagirbekov successfully pulls guard.
Tagirbekov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dannis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tagirbekov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dannis is one step ahead there.
Tagirbekov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dannis 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.
Tagirbekov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Dannis is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Tagirbekov. Score +3 for passing guard: Tagirbekov (0) vs (3) Dannis
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dannis's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dannis is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dannis prevents Tagirbekov from improving his position.
Dannis is thwarting Tagirbekov's attempts to control the position.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
My spies in Navy Street MMA inform me that Dannis has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dannis is pressing down on Tagirbekov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tagirbekov is holding on for now.
Dannis content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is looking to improve his position.
Tagirbekov trying to hold on to Dannis's head to control him but Dannis postures up.
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dannis pulls his head out easily.
Tagirbekov wants to get back to full guard.
Tagirbekov is refusing to be controlled, as Dannis sits in half guard.
Tagirbekov is looking to control Dannis's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tagirbekov avoid being mounted?
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tagirbekov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tagirbekov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Dannis has passed into half guard!
Tagirbekov trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dannis trying to pass the guard but Tagirbekov defending well.
Dannis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dannis is looking to take a break and control but Tagirbekov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tagirbekov is pressing down on Dannis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tagirbekov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tagirbekov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dannis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dannis's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dannis trying to control but Tagirbekov is working from the bottom.
Dannis stays in close to Tagirbekov's body and controls the position.
Dannis trying to control but Tagirbekov is working from the bottom.
Tagirbekov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tagirbekov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dannis defends well.
Tagirbekov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dannis defends it easily.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dannis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tagirbekov is keeping the position for now.
Tagirbekov wants to sweep but no luck.
Tagirbekov keeping moving, preventing Dannis from controlling successfully.
Tagirbekov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tagirbekov is trying to control the position but Dannis postures up.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov working for a triangle but Dannis defends it easily.
Dannis has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tagirbekov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dannis is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tagirbekov pulls down on the head and he's put Dannis to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
Ruslan Tagirbekov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
UnderGround FC 39
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Tagirbekov lands a nice shot that snaps Borgia's head back.
#CUT#
It looks like Cezare Borgia has been cut.
Tagirbekov scores with a nice strike.
Borgia walks into a stiff left hand from Tagirbekov.
A shot to the liver by Tagirbekov. Beautiful body shot.
Tagirbekov with a jab.#CL#
Tagirbekov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Borgia, pushing him back against the cage.
Borgia is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Tagirbekov pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Tagirbekov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Borgia has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tagirbekov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Borgia is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tagirbekov pulls down on the head and he's put Borgia to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
Ruslan Tagirbekov decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
UnderGround FC 30
Date: Aug 16, 2019 |
#R1##KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Tagirbekov and sends Yujiro crashing to the mat! Tagirbekov follows him down to the mat - Yujiro regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#
Yujiro is rocked!
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.#SUB#
Tagirbekov is working for a kimura but Yujiro is defending it quite comfortably.
Yujiro is still in real trouble! Can Tagirbekov finish him?#SUB#
Tagirbekov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yujiro is just riding it out for now. Tagirbekov eventually gives up the hold.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Tagirbekov is looking for a kimura here.
Yujiro seems to have recovered his senses.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Yujiro can do anything to dispel that myth.
Yujiro tries to get to full guard but Tagirbekov has control of the leg.
Tagirbekov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Yujiro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1##SUB#
Tagirbekov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Yujiro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov moves into full mount! Yujiro won't be happy about that!
Tagirbekov controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Yujiro defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Tagirbekov. #T2##SUB#
Tagirbekov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Yujiro is having none of it.
Yujiro is desperately trying to improve his position but Tagirbekov has a good base and remains in mount.
Tagirbekov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Yujiro has left one of his arms exposed and Tagirbekov doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Yujiro screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
A very excited looking Ruslan Tagirbekov 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.
Khal Yujiro was interviewed post fight and said 'The greatest lessons are learnt in defeat, ill return better.'.
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Event:
TWGC 25 (170lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ruslan Tagirbekov (ranked 1532 p4p, 167 weight class) and Russell Paulman (ranked 1855 p4p, 0 weight class). Tagirbekov comes to the cage accompanied by Sabina Saidova - Dagestan. The crowd seem to be enjoying Paulman's choice of entrance music: War is my Love . Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ruslan Tagirbekov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Russell Paulman!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Gregory Folan and Alec Ball.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Paulman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tagirbekov quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tagirbekov (0) vs (2) Paulman
Paulman slows the pace down in half guard.
Let's hope that Paulman 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.
Paulman passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tagirbekov! Score +3 for passing guard: Tagirbekov (0) vs (5) Paulman
Paulman looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tagirbekov is trying desperately to improve position.
Paulman with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paulman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Paulman prevents Tagirbekov from getting the reversal.
Paulman controlling the pace for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Paulman is trying to take his opponent's back.
Paulman prevents Tagirbekov from getting the reversal.
Paulman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Paulman.
Tagirbekov is trying to escape the mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Paulman looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tagirbekov wants to hold on but Paulman pushes him away.
Tagirbekov is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Paulman has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Tagirbekov (0) vs (8) Paulman
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
What can Tagirbekov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Tagirbekov tries to break free.
Paulman controlling from the back.
Paulman doesn't have the hooks in and Tagirbekov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tagirbekov (2) vs (8) Paulman
Tagirbekov trying to control but Paulman is working from the bottom.
Paulman controlling the position.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Paulman is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Paulman wants to sweep here but Tagirbekov controlling him for the moment.
Paulman controlling the position.
Tagirbekov pushes down on Paulman's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tagirbekov is working for a kimura but Paulman is defending it quite comfortably.
Tagirbekov seems to be looking for submissions.
Paulman is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tagirbekov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Paulman sees it coming and defends easily.
Tagirbekov is looking for a kimura but Paulman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tagirbekov to get the leverage.
Paulman gets back to full guard.
Paulman pulls Tagirbekov in close to prevent any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov looking to pass the guard.
Paulman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tagirbekov is one step ahead there.
Paulman has Tagirbekov pulled in close to control his posture.
Tagirbekov wants to control from the top but Paulman keeps moving.
Tagirbekov being controlled here momentarily.
Paulman keeping moving, preventing Tagirbekov from controlling successfully.
Paulman pulls Tagirbekov in close to prevent any damage.
Tagirbekov wants to control from the top but Paulman keeps moving.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov stopping the sweep attempt from Paulman.
Paulman has Tagirbekov pulled in close to control his posture.
Tagirbekov stopping the sweep attempt from Paulman.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Paulman is working from the bottom.
Paulman is controlling Tagirbekov's posture.
Tagirbekov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tagirbekov is fighting to break Paulman's control of his arms but Paulman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Paulman wants to sweep but no luck.
Paulman keeping moving, preventing Tagirbekov from controlling successfully.
Tagirbekov drops back looking for a leg! Paulman is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Paulman manages to kick Tagirbekov off! Tagirbekov jumps back into Paulman's guard.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Paulman is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Paulman 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.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Paulman is working from the bottom.
Paulman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tagirbekov (2) vs (10) Paulman
Tagirbekov is trying to control the position but Paulman postures up.
Paulman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tagirbekov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Paulman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tagirbekov can't keep his opponent in guard - Paulman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Paulman is taking a breather. Tagirbekov says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Tagirbekov trying to control but Paulman postures up.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Paulman not doing much here.
Paulman passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tagirbekov (2) vs (13) Paulman
Paulman pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Paulman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov tries to hold on but Paulman pushes him away.
Paulman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tagirbekov tries to reverse the position but Paulman maintains control.
Paulman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tagirbekov can't escape the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Paulman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tagirbekov tries to hold on but Paulman pushes him away.
Paulman controlling the position easily from mount.
Tagirbekov wants to hold on but Paulman pushes him away.
Paulman fails to take his opponent's back.
Paulman controlling from the full mount.
Tagirbekov wants to control but Paulman is having none of it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Paulman controlling his opponent.
Yet more stalling tactics from Paulman.
Tagirbekov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Paulman controlling from mount.
Tagirbekov is desperately trying to improve his position but Paulman has a good base and remains in mount.
Paulman controlling the pace for now.
Tagirbekov tries to hold on but Paulman postures up.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Paulman controlling the pace for now.
Tagirbekov wants to control but Paulman is having none of it.
Tagirbekov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Paulman takes Tagirbekov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Tagirbekov is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Tagirbekov (2) vs (16) Paulman
Tagirbekov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov wants to control his opponent's hands but Paulman gets his hands free.
Tagirbekov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Paulman really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Tagirbekov.
It looks like Paulman might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Tagirbekov tries to escape the position.
Paulman keeps control of the position easily here as Tagirbekov tries to buck him off.
Tagirbekov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Paulman controlling the positon.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is really stuck here.
Paulman trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Tagirbekov doesn't escape.
Paulman's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tagirbekov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Paulman controlling his opponent.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tagirbekov is controlling an arm, preventing Paulman from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Tagirbekov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Paulman controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tagirbekov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tagirbekov is trying to escape the mount but Paulman keeps good control and instead manages to take Tagirbekov's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Tagirbekov (2) vs (19) Paulman
Paulman is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paulman wins on points by 19 to 2.
A victorious Russell Paulman thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 10
Date: Jun 08, 2019 |
#R1#
Tagirbekov missing with a left hand there. Wius was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wius doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Wius uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov cracks Wius with an open hand slap.
Tagirbekov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wius counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Tagirbekov has closed the distance and engaged Wius in a clinch.
Wius wants a takedown.
Wius has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tagirbekov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tagirbekov taking a breather.
Tagirbekov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Tagirbekov successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Tagirbekov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wius can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Tagirbekov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Wius throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Tagirbekov's body to avoid the submission. Tagirbekov has instead reached around Wius's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Tagirbekov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
Ruslan Tagirbekov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Rapid Showdown in Tokyo 7
Date: May 11, 2019 |
#R1#
Tagirbekov misses with a hook. Bowman ducked under it nicely.
Tagirbekov just misses with a punch to the body.
Tagirbekov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bowman.
Bowman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tagirbekov throws a big counter combination but Bowman scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Daquan Bowman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left and a right from Tagirbekov both land. Nice combination. #CUT#
It looks like Daquan Bowman has been cut.
Tagirbekov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bowman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tagirbekov misses with a hook.
Tagirbekov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Tagirbekov misses.
Tagirbekov throws a series of punches but Bowman moves out of range.
Tagirbekov throws a body shot but no joy.
Tagirbekov throws a combination. Bowman tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tagirbekov misses with a two punch combination.
Tagirbekov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bowman.
Tagirbekov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bowman slips a jab and a cross from Tagirbekov.
Bowman misses with a left hand
and Tagirbekov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tagirbekov misses with a double jab.
Bowman throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Tagirbekov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bowman.
Bowman defending well as Tagirbekov loads up on a big left hand.
Bowman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tagirbekov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bowman manages to circle out of the way.
Bowman moves out of range of the strikes.
Bowman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bowman moves out of range as Tagirbekov strikes.
A slow jab from Tagirbekov misses its intended target.
Tagirbekov moves forwards but Bowman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bowman lands with a straight right. Tagirbekov didn't see that one coming.
Tagirbekov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bowman.
Tagirbekov slips a jab from Bowman.
Bowman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bowman.
Bowman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tagirbekov misses with a wild body shot.
Tagirbekov throws a lazy right hand but Bowman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bowman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bowman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tagirbekov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tagirbekov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bowman finds it's way round the side to connect with Tagirbekov's head. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bowman feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tagirbekov's calf.
Bowman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bowman slips under a jab from Tagirbekov.
It seemed like Bowman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bowman misses with a lunging right hand
and Tagirbekov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tagirbekov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tagirbekov throws out a loose jab but Bowman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bowman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bowman.
Bowman connects with a single shot there.
Bowman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Tagirbekov. Those never looked like landing.
A cross from Tagirbekov lands.
Tagirbekov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bowman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bowman circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Bowman counter with a right hand.
Bowman throws a shot from downtown. Tagirbekov moves away and avoids it.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov throws a hook but Bowman avoids it easily.
Bowman steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bowman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bowman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tagirbekov misses with a straight left.
Bowman throws out a loose jab but Tagirbekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bowman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tagirbekov cracks Bowman with a good jab.
Nice defenses there by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov tests Bowman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tagirbekov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bowman.
A solid body kick from Bowman.
Bowman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bowman throws a nice outside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bowman is looking to slow Tagirbekov down with leg kicks. #T4#
Tagirbekov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bowman is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tagirbekov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Bowman connects with a single shot there.
Bowman throws a big shot that misses.
As Bowman tries to get set, Tagirbekov tries to push him back and clinch up but Bowman manages to avoid the attempt.
Bowman scores with a jab to the head.
Tagirbekov missing with a left hand there. Bowman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bowman cracks Tagirbekov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bowman misses with a straight right.
Tagirbekov catches Bowman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bowman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tagirbekov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Tagirbekov forces Bowman back against the cage and clinches.
Bowman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tagirbekov is trying to pull guard but Bowman has him pressed against the cage.
Tagirbekov prevents a body shot from Bowman.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bowman looking to stall.
Bowman is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Bowman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tagirbekov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bowman counters with a thumping low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Daquan Bowman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Daquan Bowman's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tagirbekov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tagirbekov lands an overhand right.
Tagirbekov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bowman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bowman catches Tagirbekov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bowman scores with a hook to the body. Tagirbekov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
That kick from Bowman tenderised Tagirbekov's leg. Tagirbekov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tagirbekov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Bowman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tagirbekov.
Bowman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tagirbekov on the side of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Bowman as he connects with a hook.
Bowman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bowman.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bowman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tagirbekov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bowman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tagirbekov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A clash of legs there as Tagirbekov blocks the low kick.
Tagirbekov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bowman dodges the punch combination from Tagirbekov.
#T1#
A big left from Tagirbekov misses.
Daquan Bowman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bowman cracks Tagirbekov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tagirbekov slips a straight right by Bowman.
Bowman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tagirbekov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tagirbekov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bowmans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bowman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tagirbekov throws the left hand but Bowman avoids the punch easily.
Bowman misses with a straight left.
Tagirbekov scores with a one two! Bowman had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Bowman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tagirbekov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bowman.
Tagirbekov misses with a left hand
and Bowman counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tagirbekov looks to land a left hand but Bowman moved out of range nicely.
Bowman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tagirbekov.
An inside leg kick lands from Bowman.
Bowman connects with a solid leg kick.
Tagirbekov swings widly with a right hand
and Bowman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
Tagirbekov missing with a left hand there. Bowman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Bowman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tagirbekov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bowman.
Bowman scoring well with a low kick there.
Tagirbekov moves out of range of the body kick from Bowman.
Bowman connects with a solid leg kick.
Tagirbekov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tagirbekov looks to throw the jab but Bowman is out of range.
Bowman tries to land a leg kick but Tagirbekov saw it coming and moves away.
Tagirbekov misses with a body shot.
Bowman scoring well with a low kick there.
Bowman misses with a looping right.
Tagirbekov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tagirbekov moves out of range as Bowman strikes.
Bowman slips under a jab.
Bowman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tagirbekov throws a lazy right hand but Bowman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tagirbekov throws a good cross that connects.
#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bowman, as that shot connected.
Bowman lands an overhand right.
Tagirbekov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tagirbekov moves out of range as Bowman throws a body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Tagirbekov misses the target.
Bowman throws a hook but Tagirbekov blocks it.
Bowman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL#
Tagirbekov forces Bowman back against the cage and clinches.
Bowman tries to throw a body punch but Tagirbekov avoids it by throwing Bowman back against the cage.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Bowman avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
Tagirbekov prevents a body shot from Bowman.
Bowman lands with a left to the head.
Bowman dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Tagirbekov jumps guard but Bowman stands there with Tagirbekov around his waist. Tagirbekov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tagirbekov scores with a shot to the side of Bowman's head.
Tagirbekov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bowman to keep the fight standing.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bowman.
A right hook to the body lands for Tagirbekov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tagirbekov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov is trying to pull guard but Bowman has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ruslan Tagirbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tagirbekov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bowman uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Tagirbekov is looking for a triangle here but Bowman uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Tagirbekov is looking for a sweep.
Bowman wants to control but Tagirbekov is keeping him busy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tagirbekov is trying to get back to half guard.
Tagirbekov holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Daquan Bowman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Daquan Bowman's cut.
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#
Bowman looks to land a body kick but Tagirbekov moved away.
Good leg kick by Bowman there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bowman throws a hook but Tagirbekov blocks it.
Tagirbekov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bowman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tagirbekov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bowman has a couple of punches blocked by Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov tries to pull guard but Bowman won't allow it.
Tagirbekov tries to throw a body punch but Bowman avoids it by throwing Tagirbekov back against the cage.
A short left from Bowman.
Bowman throws a punch but it's blocked by Tagirbekov.
A short right from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov stalls.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bowman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD#
Tagirbekov jumps guard.
#SUB#
Tagirbekov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Bowman stacks Tagirbekov 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 Bowman!
Tagirbekov is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Tagirbekov struggling a bit here.
Tagirbekov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bowman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tagirbekov can't do much from the bottom here.
Bowman trying to control the position but Tagirbekov is working away.
Ruslan Tagirbekov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bowman working away.
Tagirbekov is looking to regain half guard here but Bowman keeps moving and retains side control.
Bowman just content to control the position.
Tagirbekov throws a few strikes from the bottom but Bowman takes advantage and mounts!
Bowman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tagirbekov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bowman avoids the attempt from Tagirbekov to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tagirbekov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tagirbekov wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB#
Tagirbekov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bowman pulls his head out easily.
Bowman controlling the pace. #SUB#
Tagirbekov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bowman pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Tagirbekov actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tagirbekov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Bowman to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bowman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tagirbekov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tagirbekov misses with a looping left.
Tagirbekov misses with a double jab.
Tagirbekov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bowman counters with a straight right hand.
Bowman throws a leg kick which misses Tagirbekov's front leg but catches the back leg as Tagirbekov tries to avoid it.
Bowman throws a hook to the side of Tagirbekov's head but Tagirbekov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bowman misses with an uppercut.
Bowman circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tagirbekov swinging wildly here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tagirbekov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bowman scores with a jab.
Tagirbekov throws a lazy right hand but Bowman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tagirbekov throws a combination that misses
and Bowman counters with a nice leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Daquan Bowman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bowman winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daquan Bowman!
Daquan Bowman made sure to mention his sponsor, Blue Moon in his post fight interview.
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Event:
RapidFC 22
Date: Apr 13, 2019 |
#R1#
A combination from Villa does no damage.
Tagirbekov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Villa walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tagirbekov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Villa doesn't seem bothered though.
Tagirbekov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Villa is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Villa tries to work over Tagirbekov's front leg with a kick but Tagirbekov checks it.
Tagirbekov keeps the fight on the outside.
Tagirbekov connects with the punch.
Tagirbekov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#ROC#
Villa is rocked!
Juan Villa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
BOOM! Tagirbekov lands a beautiful left hook that drops Villa. Villa tries to recover but Tagirbekov is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Villa lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
After the fight, Ruslan Tagirbekov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
RapidFC 15
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Tagirbekov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Razos at a distance.
Tagirbekov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Razos appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ruslan Tagirbekov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Razos takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CL2#
Tagirbekov rushes Razos and presses him up against the cage.
Tagirbekov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tagirbekov prevents Razos from breaking the clinch.
Tagirbekov slows down the pace here.
Razos's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tagirbekov fails to pull guard.
Tagirbekov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Razos is trying to break the clinch but Tagirbekov has him pressed against the cage.
Tagirbekov lands a right hand.
Razos wants to get back to striking at distance but Tagirbekov won't allow it.
Tagirbekov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Tagirbekov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tagirbekov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short body shot lands from Tagirbekov as the two fighters clinch.
Tagirbekov lands a right hand.
Tagirbekov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Razos wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tagirbekov has Razos pressed against the cage, preventing Razos from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tagirbekov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Razos looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
A body shot lands from Tagirbekov.
#TD2#
Tagirbekov jumps guard.
#SUB2#
Tagirbekov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Razos gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tagirbekov 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! Razos rolls with it to try and escape but Tagirbekov cranks on the arm and Razos is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
After the fight, Ruslan Tagirbekov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
RapidFC 13
Date: Feb 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Tagirbekov just misses with a punch to the body.
Cain wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tagirbekov doesn't manage to clinch there - Cain circles away.
Cain wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Cain moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tagirbekov lands a nice looking body shot.
Tagirbekov throws out a powerful jab.
Tagirbekov lands with a good body shot.
Tagirbekov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tagirbekov scores with a jab.
Tagirbekov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cain looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tagirbekov cracks Cain with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tagirbekov looks to score with a jab to the body but Cain is just out of range.
Cain throws a big counter combination but Tagirbekov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
Cain takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cain showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tagirbekov.
Cain appears to be looking for a big counter.
Good standup being displayed there by Tagirbekov as he connects with a hook.
Cain takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tagirbekov digs a good body shot into Cain's ribs.
Cain takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ruslan Tagirbekov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tagirbekov throws a nice looking combination but Cain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cain feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
Cain takes one on the button.
Tagirbekov scores with a decent looking hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tagirbekov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cain under the eye.
Tagirbekov just misses with a punch to the body.
Tagirbekov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tagirbekov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CL2#
Tagirbekov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tagirbekov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tagirbekov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cain backwards.
Tagirbekov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Cain walks away with a smile on his face. Tagirbekov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Cain drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3#
Cain takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tagirbekov lands with a shot to the body.
Cain takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tagirbekov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tagirbekov tries to bum rush Cain with a series of wild strikes but Cain uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tagirbekov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good shot there by Tagirbekov.#CL2#
Tagirbekov closes the distance and clinches.
Tagirbekov is trying to pull guard but Cain turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Cain is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4#
A bit of stalling here from Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cain up against the cage.
Tagirbekov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
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!
Tagirbekov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tagirbekov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tagirbekov tries to pull guard but Cain holds him up against the cage and eventually Tagirbekov drops back down to his feet.
Pete Cain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ruslan Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov slows down the pace here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Ruslan Tagirbekov.
Tagirbekov cracks Cain with an open hand slap.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Tagirbekov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Cain takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Cain takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tagirbekov lands with a straight right. Cain didn't see that one coming.
Tagirbekov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tagirbekov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tagirbekov catches Cain with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tagirbekov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cain stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tagirbekov just misses with a punch 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!#CL2#
Cain gets tackled into the cage by Tagirbekov. Tagirbekov maintains the clinch. #T1#
Tagirbekov lands a right hand.
Cain tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cain on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cain looking to stall.
Cain is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Cain letting Tagirbekov take a breather here.
Cain connects with a knee to the head.
A frustrated look appears on Cain's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tagirbekov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Cain just stands there and leans against the cage.
Cain throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD2#
Tagirbekov pulls guard.
Cain trying to control the position from guard on top but Tagirbekov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cain controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Cain is sitting in close to Tagirbekov's body. Tagirbekov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Cain is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Cain is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Tagirbekov.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ruslan Tagirbekov!
In his post fight interview, Ruslan Tagirbekov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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