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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Case misses with a jab to the body
and Korgay counters with a one-two to the body.
Korgay goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#
It looks like Marc Case has been cut.
Case looks to score with a jab to the body but Korgay is just out of range.#TD2#
Korgay closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Case quickly recovers to half guard.
Case is trying to stand.
Case could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
Korgay is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Case doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Korgay.
Case looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T1#
Case wants to improve his position but Korgay is controlling well.
Case might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Korgay stalling away here and it's allowed Case to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Case wants to sweep but no luck.
Case throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Korgay wants to control from the top but Case keeps moving.
Korgay throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Korgay in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Case is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Korgay lands a jab-cross combination. #T2##TD2#
Korgay throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Case tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Korgay is in Case's guard.
Case wants to stand but Korgay is controlling the position.
Case avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Case throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Korgay looking to sit in guard and control but Case gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Case is looking to stand up but Korgay won't let him. #SUB2#
Korgay has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Case can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Case wants to get up but he can't break Korgay's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Korgay looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Case tries to stand but Korgay is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Korgay working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Case has passed into half guard!
Case looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Korgay flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Case content to control rather than advance.
Korgay is looking to control Case's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Korgay avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Korgay changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Case throws a lazy body kick
and Korgay connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Case closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Korgay to the mat! Korgay manages to get full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alimsultan Korgay dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marc Case's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Korgay shoots in and gets a takedown into Case's guard.
Korgay stops Case from standing up.
Case 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.
Korgay has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Korgay in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Korgay wants to control from the top but Case keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korgay stops Case from standing up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Korgay missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T1#
Case misses with a kick to the body.
A head kick misses from Case.
Case is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Korgay.#TD2#
Korgay scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Case tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Case tries to lock up and control but Korgay gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Case is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Case takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Case's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Korgay misses with some ground and pound and Case recovers position to half guard.
Korgay missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Korgay wants to control but Case is keeping him busy.
Korgay stops Case from getting back to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Korgay tries to pass the half guard into mount. Case knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Korgay misses with a head shot. Case uses the momentum to regain guard. #T3#
Korgay throws an elbow that misses. Case uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Korgay's guard. Nice move by Case!#REVR#
Case scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Case works over Korgay with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Korgay looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Case got a little sloppy there for a moment and Korgay has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Case has managed to get both his arms back between Korgay's legs - danger averted.
Case has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Korgay is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Korgay is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Case defends well.#T4#
Korgay seems keen to control Case's posture.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Case landing some decent shots from guard.
Alimsultan Korgay has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Korgay has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Case can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Alimsultan Korgay seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Korgay swinging wildly here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alimsultan Korgay showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Marc Case's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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##TD2#
Korgay looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Case preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Case working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Korgay doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Korgay manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Korgay won't allow Case to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korgay trying to control but Case is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Case working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Korgay doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Korgay manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Korgay in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Case wants to stand and escape but Korgay is having none of it.
Korgay wants to control from the top but Case keeps moving.
Korgay looking to sit in guard and control but Case gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Korgay is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Case controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Case would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Case postures up and lands a big shot to Korgay's brow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Korgay pulls Case in to control the position.
Case wants to stand but Korgay is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Korgay shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T3#
Case wants to stand and escape but Korgay is having none of it. #SUB#
Korgay got a little sloppy there for a moment and Case has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Korgay has managed to get both his arms back between Case's legs - danger averted.
Korgay stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Case swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Korgay must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Case not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Korgay working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Case wants to get back to his feet but Korgay is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Korgay trying to control the position from guard on top but Case is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Case throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A shot to the body from Case misses
and Korgay counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Korgay throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Case tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Korgay is in Case's guard.
Korgay missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Korgay throws a big right hand that misses.
Case is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Korgay is controlling him. #SUB#
Case looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Korgay passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Case blocking the ground and pound attempt from Korgay.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alimsultan Korgay comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Korgay 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alimsultan Korgay!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Korgay drives through with a takedown into guard.
Korgay must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Cleveland looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Cleveland throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Korgay controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Cleveland working for a triangle but Korgay defends it easily.
Cleveland really is a fat lump.
Korgay working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Cleveland looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Cleveland is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korgay postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Cleveland wants to get back to his feet but Korgay is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB#
Cleveland throws his legs up looking for a submission but Korgay uses it to pass to side control.
#T1#
Cleveland avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Korgay.
Korgay sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Cleveland is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Cleveland is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Korgay is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Korgay looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Korgay sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Cleveland is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cleveland is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Korgay asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Cleveland is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Korgay off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Cleveland is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Korgay defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Cleveland looking for the choke from the back.
Cleveland gets his hands free as Korgay looks to control. #T2##SUB#
Cleveland working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Cleveland avoiding Korgay 's attempts to control his hands.
Korgay is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Cleveland is persistently looking for the submission but Korgay is defending it well.
Korgay trying to control the hands but Cleveland breaks the grip.
I really don't envy Korgay right now.
#T3##SUB#
Cleveland is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Cleveland working for a choke but Korgay is defending well.
Korgay tries to roll but Cleveland sticks to his back.
Korgay trying to control the action but Cleveland just sinks the hooks in. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Korgay is trying to get back to his feet but Cleveland has full control of the position and if anything, Korgay has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Korgay trying to control the hands but Cleveland breaks the grip. #SUB#
Korgay showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Cleveland patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Korgay preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Cleveland. #SUB#
Cleveland looking for the choke but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Augustus Cleveland dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Augustus Cleveland's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Korgay drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Korgay looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Cleveland is avoiding damage well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korgay misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Cleveland tries to buck Korgay off but Korgay is having none of it.
Cleveland striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Cleveland is pushing Korgay's head away, looking to escape. Korgay manages to hold on to the position though.
Cleveland manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Cleveland might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Cleveland looking for submissions off his back.
Cleveland tries to kick Korgay off but Korgay keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Cleveland looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cleveland tries to roll over but Korgay keeps him under control.
Cleveland tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Korgay is looking to take a break and control but Cleveland is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Korgay missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Korgay thows a huge punch but Cleveland dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Korgay seems to be working for a kimura but Cleveland defends the submission attempt.
Korgay performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Korgay not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cleveland is trying to stand up here but Korgay is controlling him well.
Augustus Cleveland overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cleveland avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Korgay.
Cleveland is pressing down on Korgay's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Korgay passes Cleveland's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Korgay trying to control from half guard but Cleveland is working away.
Cleveland wants to get back to his feet.
Cleveland is looking for a sweep. Korgay is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cleveland throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Korgay wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cleveland keeps working.
Korgay throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Korgay is trying to control. Cleveland wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Korgay content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Cleveland won't allow Korgay to pass to mount. #SUB#
Cleveland actively working from the bottom here.
Korgay sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cleveland defending well though.
Korgay not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Korgay throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Cleveland looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Cleveland is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Korgay pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cleveland is trying to get back to full guard.
Korgay thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cleveland's head. #SUB2#
Korgay is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cleveland doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Korgay. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#ES#
Cleveland kicks Korgay off and gets back to his feet.
Cleveland takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cleveland throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD2#
Korgay dives in and scores a takedown into Cleveland's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Korgay throwing strikes from guard but Cleveland blocks nicely. #SUB#
Cleveland has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Korgay can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Korgay is looking to work some ground and pound but Cleveland has wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alimsultan Korgay showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Augustus Cleveland's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Korgay drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Cleveland is looking for a sweep.
Korgay working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Cleveland looks to move to half guard but instead Korgay has passed into mount! Damn!
Korgay wants to control the pace but Cleveland is squirming around nicely.
Cleveland is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Cleveland is trying to stand up.
Korgay throws some wild stikes that Cleveland manages to avoid easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korgay misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Cleveland wants to hold on but Korgay pushes him away.
Korgay is landing with some decent strikes but Cleveland is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Cleveland is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
Cleveland is trying to stand.
Cleveland regains half guard.
Korgay thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Korgay trying to mount his opponent but Cleveland defends it.
Korgay is trying to control. Cleveland wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Korgay throwing shots but Cleveland is blocking nicely.
Korgay thows a huge punch but Cleveland dodges it nicely.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cleveland manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Korgay takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Cleveland has his foot on Korgay's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Korgay works his way back into a safe position though.
Cleveland is trying to control the position but Korgay postures up. #ES#
Cleveland manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#TD2#
Korgay gets the takedown into side control. #T2#
Cleveland wants to get back to his feet but Korgay drags him back down.
Korgay trying to control the position but Cleveland is working away.
Cleveland regains half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Cleveland looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Korgay missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Cleveland looks like he's trying to stand up.
Cleveland moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Korgay stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cleveland swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Korgay passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Korgay throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T3#
Korgay taking a breather here.
Cleveland manages to work his way to half guard, despite Korgay's best efforts.#SUB2#
Korgay wants to work for an arm triangle but Cleveland is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cleveland regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Cleveland throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Cleveland is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Cleveland looking to hit a scissor sweep but Korgay is one step ahead there.
Cleveland is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Korgay is controlling him. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Cleveland looking for a guillotine here but Korgay defends easily.
#SU2#
Korgay gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Korgay feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Cleveland is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Korgay dives into side control.
#REVR#
Korgay in side control, throwing shots but Cleveland defends.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alimsultan Korgay comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Korgay 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 28:29
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alimsultan Korgay!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 11, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Korgay shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hatfield's guard.
Hatfield trying to keep a closed guard but Korgay is proving a slippery customer.
Korgay won't allow Hatfield to sweep him here.
Hatfield preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Hatfield is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Korgay defends well.
Korgay advances position into side control!
Hatfield is looking to reverse the position.
Korgay has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Korgay misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Korgay throws an elbow but Hatfield slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hatfield could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Korgay working the ground and pound but Hatfield is defending the strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Korgay tries to score with some ground and pound. Hatfield controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hatfield takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Hatfield is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Korgay off and has taken his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
I really don't envy Korgay right now.
#T1#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hatfield's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Korgay wants to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hatfield has the hooks in. Korgay is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Korgay breaks Hatfield's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Korgay accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hatfield trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Korgay is looking to work some ground and pound but Hatfield has wrist control.
Hatfield is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Hatfield throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hatfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hatfield is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hatfield preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Korgay stopping the sweep attempt from Hatfield.
Korgay working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Korgay showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Korgay working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Korgay postures up.
#SUB2#
Korgay thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Korgay advances to half guard.
Korgay missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Korgay missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Korgay throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Hatfield is looking to improve his position.
Korgay not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Korgay is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hatfield defends it well.
Hatfield is looking to get back to full guard here but Korgay has managed to pass to side control instead.#SUB2#
Korgay is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hatfield knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Hatfield's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Korgay scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Hatfield to see if he's OK.
Hatfield tries to improve position but can't. #SU2#
Korgay stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Korgay tries to land a leg kick but Hatfield saw it coming and moves away.
#TD#
Korgay gets caught flat footed, as Hatfield shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hatfield is breathing heavily.
Korgay is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
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!
Korgay seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hatfield does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hatfield makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hatfield.
Hatfield is trying to control the position but Korgay postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alimsultan Korgay dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Korgay closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Korgay has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hatfield avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Korgay.
Korgay is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hatfield's shoulder. That is not cool.
Korgay misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Korgay wants to control but Hatfield is keeping him busy.
Hatfield might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Korgay throws a strike aimed at the side of Hatfield's head but Hatfield avoids it well.
Korgay working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Korgay trying to control the position but Hatfield is working away.
Hatfield manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield is pressing down on Korgay's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Korgay missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Korgay trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Hatfield is trying to control. Korgay wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Korgay holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Korgay gets back to full guard.
Hatfield would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Korgay looking for subs off his back but Hatfield has passed one foot through into half guard.
Korgay is breathing heavily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hatfield passes into side control, despite Korgay's attempt to control the position.
Korgay is trying to get back to half guard.
Korgay is trying to control Hatfield's posture but Hatfield avoids it.
Hatfield controls the position. #SU#
Hatfield stands up and beckons Korgay to his feet.
Korgay misses with a double jab.
#TD2#
Hatfield gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Korgay scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Korgay won't allow Hatfield to sweep him here.
Korgay throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Hatfield has his foot on Korgay's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Korgay works his way back into a safe position though.
Korgay throwing strikes from guard but Hatfield blocks nicely.
Korgay throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hatfield lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Korgay has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Hatfield avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Korgay working a defensive guard here.
Hatfield has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4##SUB2#
Korgay is looking for a triangle but Hatfield pushes his legs off easily.
Hatfield controlling from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hatfield wants to stand but Korgay is controlling his posture from full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alimsultan Korgay showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3##TD#
Hatfield shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hatfield showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Korgay manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Korgay lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hatfield circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Korgay escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hatfield gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Korgay throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Korgay takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Korgay controls Hatfield momentarily but Hatfield frees himself. #SU#
Hatfield stands and steps away. Korgay gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Korgay connects with a single shot there.#TD#
Hatfield shoots in and gets a takedown into Korgay's guard.#ES2#
Korgay pushes Hatfield off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #TD2#
Korgay shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hatfield is trying to defend but Korgay finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T2#
Korgay is trying to control the action in half guard but Hatfield is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hatfield tries to get to full guard but Korgay has control of the leg.
Hatfield is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Korgay throwing shots but Hatfield is blocking nicely.
Hatfield moves into full guard.
Hatfield trying to control the position.
Hatfield trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Korgay is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Korgay from controlling successfully.
Korgay passes Hatfield's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Korgay trying to pass the guard but Hatfield defending well.
Hatfield moves into full guard.
Hatfield is looking to sweep but instead, Korgay has passed into half guard.
Korgay seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hatfield does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Korgay thows a huge punch but Hatfield dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Hatfield is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Korgay pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Korgay is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hatfield sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
Hatfield trying to control from the bottom.
Alimsultan Korgay has got the better of the ground game so far.
Korgay not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hatfield is refusing to be controlled, as Korgay sits in half guard.
Korgay missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hatfield trying to control but Korgay postures up.
#SUB#
Hatfield actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hatfield is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Korgay pulls his head out easily.
Korgay not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alimsultan Korgay comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Korgay 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 Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alimsultan Korgay!
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