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Event:
SSG 288 Hlervu vs Kuang
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 19 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Jorge Garcia and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Majere shoots in and drives through. Makarov sprawls well.#TD2#
Makarov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (0) vs (2) Majere
Makarov 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.
Majere tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard.
Majere trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Makarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Majere doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Majere manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Majere preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB2#
Majere drops back, looking for a kneebar! Makarov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Makarov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Makarov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (4) vs (2) Majere
A lull in the action here as Makarov stalls from top position.
Majere regains half guard.
Majere has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Majere wants to get back to full guard but Makarov has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (7) vs (2) Majere#T2#
Majere has given up his back here. Will Makarov look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (10) vs (2) Majere
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Majere is in bad spot here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Makarov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Majere for as long as he can get away with.
Makarov is not going to allow Majere to sit and survive in this position. #T3#
Majere is in bad spot here.
Makarov is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Makarov wants to control but Majere is keeping busy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Majere rolls, trying to escape but Makarov keeps control of the position.
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.
Majere is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Majere keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov gets his hands free as Majere looks to control.
Majere can't escape the position.
Majere trying to control the hands but Makarov breaks the grip.
Majere tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Makarov controls the action.
Makarov tries to get the hooks in deep but Majere pushed the leg off. #T5##SUB#
Makarov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Majere is defending well though. Makarov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Makarov looking for the choke from the back.
Will Makarov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Makarov is hanging on to Majere's back as he tries to escape.
#T6#
Makarov controls the position.
Majere is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Makarov controlling from the back.
Majere tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Makarov is trying to stick to Majere's back but Majere is turning into Makarov. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Makarov's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Majere. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (10) vs (4) Majere
Majere slips nicely into half guard.
Majere is just content to waste time from the top position. Makarov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T7#
Makarov has control of Majere's left arm, preventing Majere from doing any damage.
Majere won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Majere wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.#T8#
Makarov is trying to keep Majere in close.
Makarov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Majere is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Makarov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Makarov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (12) vs (4) Majere
Makarov 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. #T9#
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Majere is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Majere looking for subs off his back but Makarov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Majere wants to sweep but Makarov has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (15) vs (4) Majere#T10#
Makarov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Majere! Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (17) vs (4) Majere
Majere looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (20) vs (4) Majere
Majere is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Makarov controlling the position well here. Majere rolled but Makarov kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T11##SUB#
Majere preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Makarov.
Makarov controls the position.
Makarov keeps control of the position as Majere tries to break free.
#T12#
Makarov trying to control momentarily.
Majere trying to control the hands but Makarov won't let him.
Majere is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Makarov controlling the positon.#T13#
Makarov is trying to control but Majere is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Makarov tries to control but Majere wriggling away.
Majere can't escape the position.
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T14#
Majere manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Majere moves into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov wants to control from the top but Majere keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 20 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 282 Makarov vs Pushkin
Date: Mar 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 11 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Aleksandr Pushkin!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Frank Dennis and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Pushkin clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Pushkin is fighting off a takedown attempt but Makarov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Pushkin to the mat. Pushkin regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Pushkin#SUB2#
Pushkin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Makarov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Makarov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pushkin working a defensive guard here.
Our spies down at at Berloga inform us that Pushkin has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Makarov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pushkin trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB2#
Pushkin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Makarov defends it easily.
Pushkin is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up.
Pushkin has his hands on Makarov's head, controlling the position.
Pushkin working a defensive guard but Makarov passes into half guard.
#T2#
Makarov is taking a breather. Pushkin 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.
Pushkin trying to control here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Makarov in particular looking to stall.
Makarov works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (5) vs (0) Pushkin
Makarov tries to advance to mount but Pushkin denies him. #T3#
Makarov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Pushkin prevents Makarov from improving position.
Pushkin is trying to improve his position.
Makarov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Pushkin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Makarov working away.#T4#
Makarov tries to advance to mount but Pushkin instead regains half guard.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but Pushkin defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov moves into full mount! Pushkin won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (8) vs (0) Pushkin
Pushkin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Pushkin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Makarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Makarov is thwarting Pushkin's attempts to control the position.
Makarov wants to free his trapped foot but Pushkin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pushkin is trying to control but can't.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Pushkin is having none of it.
Pushkin tries to get to full guard but Makarov has control of the leg. #T6#
Makarov is looking to pass Pushkin's guard but actually Pushkin recovers to full guard.
Makarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Makarov is fighting to break Pushkin's control of his arms but Pushkin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Pushkin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pushkin working a defensive guard here.
Pushkin looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T7#
Makarov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Pushkin trying to control the position.
#T8#
Makarov controlling from the top position.
Pushkin controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
Pushkin looking for a sweep. Not yet Pushkin, not yet. #T9#
Pushkin keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Pushkin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Pushkin is trying to keep Makarov in close.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Pushkin.
Makarov pushes down on Pushkin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Makarov is controlling the pace.
#T10#
Pushkin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pushkin wants to sweep but no luck.
Pushkin working a defensive guard but Makarov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (11) vs (0) Pushkin
Pushkin is looking for a sweep.
Makarov taking a breather here. #T11#
Makarov works to advance to full mount. Pushkin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (13) vs (0) Pushkin
Pushkin slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Pushkin trying to get back to full guard but Makarov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (16) vs (0) Pushkin
Makarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Pushkin is desperately trying to improve his position but Makarov has a good base and remains in mount.
Makarov is looking to work his way around to Pushkin's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T12#
Makarov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pushkin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Makarov controlling from the full mount.
Pushkin is wriggling around trying to escape.
Makarov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Pushkin tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T13#
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Pushkin regains half guard.
Makarov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (19) vs (0) Pushkin
Pushkin is looking to get to half guard.
Makarov looking to control but Pushkin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T14#
Pushkin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Makarov controlling the pace for now.
Pushkin is working to get back to half guard.
Makarov fails to move to back control.
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pushkin tries to reverse the position but Makarov maintains control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 19 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 271 Makarov vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 10 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 15 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Joseph Jones and Steve Montenegro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Makarov swivels and escapes.
Makarov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Hlervu fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Makarov to the ground. Hlervu is now in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Makarov is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Makarov.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov trying to control the position.
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hlervu manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (2) Hlervu
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB2#
Hlervu 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! Makarov rolls with it to try and escape but Hlervu cranks on the arm and Makarov is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 264 Ozy vs Le Boulder
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 9 losses; Panda One! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 10 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, George Francis and Daniel Franklin.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
One moves into the clinch.
One gets underhooks to prevent Makarov's takedown attempt.
#TD#
One pulls guard successfully.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
One controlling Makarov's posture.
My spies in Globo Gym (5000) inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
One continues to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
One keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov 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.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but One is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Makarov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed One's guard.
Makarov controlling the action here.#T3#
One wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
One is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Crapollas Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
One might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Makarov is thwarting One's attempts to control the position.
One wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
One is refusing to be controlled, as Makarov sits in half guard.
One is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov moves into full mount! One won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: One (0) vs (3) Makarov
Makarov wants to take One's back but he can't do it this time.
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
One is wriggling around trying to escape.
Makarov controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Makarov 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.
Makarov moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: One (0) vs (6) Makarov#T6##SUB2#
Makarov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. One is defending well though. Makarov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Makarov is persistently looking for the submission but One is defending it well.
Makarov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T7#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Makarov controlling the positon.
It looks like Makarov 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.
Makarov keeps control of the position as One tries to break free.
#T8##SUB2#
Makarov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. One defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
One defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Makarov's arms.
Makarov wants to control but One manages to buck him off and is now in Makarov's guard! Nice work there by One! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: One (2) vs (6) Makarov
Makarov wants to hit a sweep here but One passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Makarov there! Score +3 for passing guard: One (5) vs (6) Makarov#T9#
Makarov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Makarov tries to lock up and control but One gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
One wants to control the pace but Makarov is squirming around nicely.
Makarov tries to control One's body but One pushes him off. Makarov squirms to his side and now One has his back! Score +3 for taking back: One (8) vs (6) Makarov
One trying to control momentarily.
#T10#
Makarov is really stuck here.
Makarov just trying to survive but One is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Makarov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
One is not going to allow Makarov to sit and survive in this 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.
Makarov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T11#
One wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Makarov rolls, trying to escape but One keeps control of the position.
A lull in the action here.
Makarov just trying to survive but One is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Makarov can't escape the position.
#T12#
One is not going to allow Makarov to sit and survive in this position.
One has the hooks in. Makarov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Makarov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
One controlling from the back.#T13#
Makarov trying to control the action but One just sinks the hooks in.
One slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Makarov is trying to break free.
Makarov trying to control the position but One manages to sink in the hooks.
One just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T14#
One is hanging on to Makarov's back as he tries to escape.
One doesn't have the hooks in and Makarov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: One (8) vs (8) Makarov
Makarov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Makarov gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Makarov wins on points by 9 to 8.
After winning the bout, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 254 Gaul vs Hunt
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 10 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 7 losses; Scott Hill!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hill tries to clinch up but Makarov circles away and keeps his distance.
Hill tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Makarov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Hill has managed to clinch.
Hill is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Makarov is defending well.
Makarov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hill avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Hill gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (0) vs (2) Hill
Hill wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Makarov seems keen to control Hill's posture.
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving. #T1#
Makarov is pulling down on Hill's head. It's preventing any offense from Hill, at least for the moment.
Hill is looking to pass into half guard but Makarov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Makarov is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (2) Hill
Makarov controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Hill looking for a guillotine here but Makarov defends easily.
#SUB2#
Hill is looking for a triangle but Makarov pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Hill is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up.
Hill managing to control the position.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Makarov won't allow Hill to sweep him here.
Hill working a defensive guard here.
Hill bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (4) Hill
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hill manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (4) Hill
Makarov is pushing down on Hill's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hill is fighting to maintain full guard but Makarov has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
Makarov content to control rather than advance.
Makarov works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (7) vs (4) Hill
Hill is looking to regain half guard here but Makarov keeps moving and retains side control.
Makarov advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (9) vs (4) Hill#T5#
Hill is looking to get to half guard.
Hill 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: Makarov (9) vs (6) Hill
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hill manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (11) vs (6) Hill
Makarov trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. #T6#
Hill is pulling down on Makarov's head to control his posture.
Makarov content to stall in guard here.
Makarov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hill managing to control the position. #T8#
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Hill.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Hill is keeping the position.
Hill is trying to hold Makarov in close to prevent damage but Makarov has managed to pass into half guard.
#T9#
Hill is looking to improve his position.
Hill is still trying to improve position.
Makarov is controlling the pace.
Hill is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Makarov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Makarov is looking to take a break and control but Hill is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Makarov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (14) vs (6) Hill
Makarov trying to control but Hill is having none of it.
Makarov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T11#
Hill wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (17) vs (6) Hill
Good control from Makarov.
Hill tries to roll but Makarov sticks to his back.
Makarov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T12##SUB#
Hill defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hill trying to control the action but Makarov just sinks the hooks in.
What can Hill do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Makarov is persistently looking for the submission but Hill is defending it well.
#T13#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Makarov controlling the positon.
Hill is keeping busy.
Makarov biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T14#
Makarov not allowing Hill to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hill is in bad spot here.
Makarov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 17 to 6.
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 250 Makarov vs Maximus
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 12 losses; Alexander Maximus!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Jorge Garcia and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Maximus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Makarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Maximus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Makarov feinted with a counter takedown.
Maximus fails with the takedown.
Sergey Makarov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexander Maximus.#TD#
Makarov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Maximus
Maximus won't allow Makarov to pass to mount.
Maximus manages to get to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Maximus is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Maximus keeps moving. #T1#
Maximus is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up.
Makarov trying to control but Maximus is working from the bottom.
Maximus is adopting a defensive guard.
Maximus being controlled here, momentarily.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Maximus.#T2#
Makarov trying to control but Maximus is working from the bottom.
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Maximus has his hands on Makarov's head, controlling the position.
Maximus's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Maximus is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up.
Maximus has Makarov pulled in close to control his posture.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Maximus is keeping the position.#T3#
Maximus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Makarov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Maximus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Maximus is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up.
Maximus wants to sweep but no luck.
Maximus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Maximus trying to control the position here. #T4#
Makarov passes Maximus's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Maximus is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Makarov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Makarov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (2) vs (4) Maximus
Maximus has the hooks in. Makarov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Makarov trying to control the position but Maximus manages to sink in the hooks.
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.
More stalling from Maximus.
Will Maximus go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Maximus controls the action.#T5#
Will Maximus go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maximus controlling from the back.
Makarov wants to escape the position.
Makarov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Maximus.
Maximus looking to hold on to the position here but Makarov rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Maximus trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom. #T6#
Maximus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Maximus is fighting to break Makarov's control of his arms but Makarov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Maximus trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Maximus tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard.
Makarov managing to control the position. #T7#
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet.
Maximus postures up.
Makarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov has his hands on Maximus's head, controlling the position.
Makarov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Maximus trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Maximus controlling from the top position.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Maximus controlling him for the moment. #T8#
Maximus tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard.
Makarov is pulling down on Maximus's head to control his posture.
Maximus controls from within his opponent's guard.
Maximus wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Maximus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Makarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Maximus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Maximus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T9#
Maximus is fighting to break Makarov's control of his arms but Makarov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Maximus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Makarov trying to control the position.
Maximus won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Maximus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Makarov 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.#T10#
Maximus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Maximus wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
Maximus trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Maximus content to stall in guard here.
Maximus wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving. #T11#
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Maximus passes Makarov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Well, if Maximus 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.
Makarov wants to get back to full guard.
Makarov won't allow Maximus to pass to mount.
Maximus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T12#
Makarov is pressing down on Maximus's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Maximus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Maximus trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
Maximus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Makarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Maximus is aware though and is defending well.
Makarov working a defensive guard here.
Makarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Maximus stands and throws Makarov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (2) vs (7) Maximus#T13#
Maximus controlling the position from side mount.
Makarov is trying to improve his position.
Makarov is working hard here to advance position.
Makarov manages to get back to half guard.#T14#
Maximus is trying to control the action in half guard but Makarov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Maximus with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Makarov wants to get back to full guard.
Makarov wants to control but Maximus is keeping busy.
Maximus trying to control the action but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov trying to control but Maximus postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maximus is trying to control. Makarov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Maximus works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (2) vs (10) Maximus
And that's the end of the fight!
Maximus wins on points by 10 to 2.
Alexander Maximus is the new heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Alexander Maximus thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 242 Makarov vs Hall
Date: Dec 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 21 losses; Scott Hall!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hall closes this distance looking for a takedown but Makarov circles away.#TD2#
Hall shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hall was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Makarov (0) vs (4) Hall
Makarov's coaches at Globo Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Hall controls the position from side control.
Makarov is looking for a sweep.
Hall taking a breather here.
Makarov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hall off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (4) vs (4) Hall
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hall is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Hall trying to control the position but Makarov manages to sink in the hooks. #T1#
Makarov has good solid back control here.
I really don't envy Hall right now.
Hall looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hall might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Makarov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
Hall looking very determined here, making life difficult for Makarov.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hall tries to break free.
Hall trying to control the position but Makarov manages to sink in the hooks.
Makarov is hanging on to Hall's back as he tries to escape.
Makarov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Makarov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
I really don't envy Hall right now.
#T3#
Will Makarov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hall trying to control the position but Makarov manages to sink in the hooks.
Hall rolls, trying to escape but Makarov keeps control of the position.
Hall is keeping busy.
Makarov controls the position.
Hall trying to control the action but Makarov just sinks the hooks in.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov is looking to control Hall but Hall is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Hall trying to control the position but Makarov manages to sink in the hooks. #T4#
Makarov struggling to keep hold of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB#
Hall showing good submission defense here.
Makarov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hall tries to escape the position.
Makarov trying to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Makarov is not going to allow Hall to sit and survive in this position.
Hall tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hall turns into Makarov and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (6) Hall
Makarov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hall controls the pace.
Makarov pulls Hall in close to prevent any damage.
Hall stays in close to Makarov's body and controls the position.
Makarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hall 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.
Hall wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.#T6#
Hall is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Makarov wants to control the position but Hall says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Makarov tries to get to full guard but Hall has control of the leg.
Makarov is staying active underneath Hall, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Makarov manages to get to full guard.
Hall sitting in guard here, content to control. #T7##SUB#
Makarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hall doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hall manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hall trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Hall postures up.
Hall is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Hall tries to pass. #T8#
Hall is looking to advance position but Makarov has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (8) vs (6) Hall
Hall is working to get back to half guard.
Makarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Hall is wriggling around trying to escape.
Makarov controlling his opponent.
Hall sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T9#
Hall is looking to improve his position.
Hall is trying to maintain the position but Makarov is very close to passing his half guard.
Makarov tries to pass to full mount but Hall defends it.
Makarov not doing much here.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but Hall defending well. #T10#
Hall is looking to improve his position.
Hall keeps trying to improve his position.
Makarov controlling the action here.
Hall regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hall looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T11#
Hall pulls Makarov in close to his closed guard and prevents Makarov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Makarov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hall is pulling down on Makarov's head to control his posture.
Hall keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Hall controlling Makarov's posture.
Hall looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T12#
Hall pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Hall keeps moving.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Makarov content to stall in guard here. #T13#
Hall is trying to keep Makarov in close.
Hall is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Hall is pulling down on Makarov's head to control his posture.
Makarov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hall can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Makarov controls the pace.#T14#
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hall trying to control the position here.
Makarov trying to control but Hall is working from the bottom.
Hall wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hall is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (8) vs (8) Hall
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Makarov gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Makarov takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Sergey Makarov retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 234 Makarov vs Lima
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 32 losses; Marcelinho Lima!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Makarov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lima is trying to pull guard but Makarov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lima can't get the takedown.
#TD2#
Lima ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lima no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lima being controlled here, momentarily.
Lima working a defensive guard but Makarov passes into half guard.
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Makarov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Makarov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lima wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Lima looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but Lima defending well.
Makarov trying to control the pace.
Makarov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lima for as long as he can get away with.#T2##T3#
Lima is looking to control Makarov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lima avoid being mounted?
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Lima is defending well.
Lima felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Lima tries to get to full guard but Makarov has control of the leg. #T4#
Lima is pressing down on Makarov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Makarov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (3) vs (0) Lima
Lima is trying to control Makarov's posture but Makarov avoids it.
Makarov is looking to take a break and control but Lima is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here.#T5#
Lima is trying to get back to half guard.
Lima is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lima stops Makarov from passing to mount.
Lima is trying to control Makarov's posture but Makarov avoids it. #T6#
Lima is looking to regain half guard here but Makarov keeps moving and retains side control.
Makarov tries to move to mount but Lima blocks the move with his legs.
Lima trying to remain calm as Makarov controls from the top position.
Lima manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lima trying to control but Makarov postures up.
Lima wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Lima is holding on to half guard well.
Makarov works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (6) vs (0) Lima
Makarov controlling from the full mount.
Lima can't escape the position.
#T8#
Makarov fails to take his opponent's back.
Lima is squirming around, avoiding Makarov's attempts to control the action.
Makarov controlling his opponent.
Lima is looking to get to half guard.
Makarov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T9#
Makarov trying to control but Lima is having none of it.
Lima tries to reverse the position but Makarov maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov controlling from mount.
Lima is looking to get to half guard.
Lima is squirming around, avoiding Makarov's attempts to control the action. #T10#
Makarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Makarov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Lima really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T11#
Makarov controlling from the full mount.
Makarov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Lima working to try and regain half guard.
Lima stops Makarov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Lima slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T12#
Makarov is looking to take a break and control but Lima is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Makarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Makarov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lima! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (9) vs (0) Lima
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lima tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T13#
Makarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Lima wants to hold on but Makarov pushes him away.
Makarov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lima is looking to escape.
Lima is trying to escape the mount.
#T14#
Makarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lima is desperately trying to improve his position but Makarov has a good base and remains in mount.
Lima sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Makarov is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Lima as he works his way to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov wants to control from the top but Lima keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Sergey Makarov retains his heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 224 Makarov vs Ozymandias
Date: Nov 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 26 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Jorge Garcia and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ozymandias gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Makarov to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Ozymandias
Ozymandias pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Ozymandias is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ozymandias is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ozymandias pulls Makarov in to control the position.
Ozymandias trying to keep a closed guard but Makarov is proving a slippery customer.
Makarov 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. #T1#
Ozymandias 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.
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ozymandias is controlling Makarov's posture.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ozymandias is keeping the position for now.
Makarov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Ozymandias is retaining full guard.
Ozymandias wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Ozymandias pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Ozymandias controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
Makarov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ozymandias is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ozymandias bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (2) Ozymandias
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Ozymandias has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ozymandias won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Ozymandias being controlled here momentarily.
Makarov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T3#
Ozymandias stands and throws Makarov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (2) vs (5) Ozymandias
Makarov tries to buck Ozymandias off but Ozymandias is having none of it.
Ozymandias controlling the position from side mount.
Makarov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Makarov tries to get to full guard but Ozymandias has control of the leg.
Makarov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ozymandias is working away from the top position though.
Ozymandias prevents Makarov from improving his position.#T4#
Makarov is trying is best to control the position here.
Ozymandias wants to control but Makarov is keeping him busy.
Ozymandias trying to control the pace.
Makarov trying to hold on to Ozymandias's head to control him but Ozymandias postures up.
Ozymandias is trying to control. Makarov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ozymandias takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ozymandias wants to control but Makarov is keeping him busy.
Makarov tries to roll over but Ozymandias keeps him under control.#T5#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ozymandias in particular looking to stall.
Makarov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Makarov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Makarov.
Ozymandias postures up.
Makarov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ozymandias looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Makarov pulls Ozymandias in close to prevent any damage. #T6#
Makarov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ozymandias is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Makarov can't keep his opponent in guard - Ozymandias advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov is refusing to be controlled, as Ozymandias sits in half guard.
Makarov tries to roll over but Ozymandias keeps him under control.
Ozymandias wants to control but Makarov is keeping him busy. #T7#
Ozymandias takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Makarov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Makarov gets full guard.
Makarov looking to control.
Makarov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ozymandias controls the pace.
Ozymandias works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ozymandias content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Makarov wants to improve his position but Ozymandias is controlling well.
#T8#
Ozymandias takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ozymandias prevents Makarov from improving his position.
Makarov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Makarov.
Makarov is trying to keep Ozymandias in close.
Ozymandias controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Makarov has control of Ozymandias's left arm, preventing Ozymandias from doing any damage. #T9#
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ozymandias is one step ahead there.
Ozymandias not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Makarov controlling Ozymandias's posture.
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ozymandias pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now.
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ozymandias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ozymandias won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Ozymandias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ozymandias is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Ozymandias from controlling successfully.
Makarov trying to control the position.
Ozymandias is stalling in the full guard. #T11#
Makarov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (5) Ozymandias
Makarov pushing down on Ozymandias's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Makarov is trying to control. Ozymandias wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Makarov prevents Ozymandias from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ozymandias manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Makarov stands and throws Ozymandias's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (7) vs (5) Ozymandias#T12#
Makarov working away.
Makarov wants to control but Ozymandias is keeping him busy.
Ozymandias gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Makarov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Makarov is looking for a kimura but Ozymandias is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Makarov to get the leverage.
Makarov wants to free his trapped foot but Ozymandias is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ozymandias controlling the position well.
Ozymandias trying to control but Makarov postures up.
#T13#
Makarov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Makarov prevents Ozymandias from improving his position.
Makarov is taking a breather. Ozymandias 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.#T14#
Ozymandias makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ozymandias.
Ozymandias being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Ozymandias.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 7 to 5.
Sergey Makarov retains his heavyweight title!
Sergey Makarov 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:
SSG 216 Ibrahim vs Ieyasu
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 14 losses; Denubis Majere! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Seu Braga and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Makarov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Majere (0) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Majere is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov is taking a breather. Majere 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but Majere defending well. #T1#
Majere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Makarov is taking a breather. Majere 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Let's hope that Makarov 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.
Makarov wants to free his trapped foot but Majere is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2##SUB2#
Makarov wants to work for an arm triangle but Majere is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Makarov trying to mount his opponent but Majere defends it.
Makarov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Makarov wants to take a breather but Majere is having none of it.
Makarov moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Majere (0) vs (5) Makarov
You can see the frustration on Majere's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Makarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Majere keeps working. #T4#
Majere can't do much from the bottom here.
Majere is not content to let Makarov control the position. #SUB2#
Makarov tries for a kimura but Majere is defending well. #T5#
Majere is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Makarov off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Majere (4) vs (5) Makarov
Majere wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Majere has the hooks in. Makarov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Makarov trying to control the position but Majere manages to sink in the hooks.
Majere is hanging on to Makarov's back as he tries to escape.
#T6#
Makarov wants to control his opponent's hands but Majere gets his hands free.
Majere keeps control of the position as Makarov tries to break free.
Makarov controlling Majere 's hands.
Majere doesn't have the hooks in and Makarov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Majere (4) vs (7) Makarov#T7#
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Majere is keeping the position.
Majere tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Majere keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Majere can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Makarov controls the pace.#T8#
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Majere has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Majere is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Majere is pulling down on Makarov's head. It's preventing any offense from Makarov, at least for the moment.#T9#
Makarov wants to control from the top but Majere keeps moving.
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Majere is retaining full guard.
Makarov trying to control but Majere is working from the bottom.
Makarov controlling from the top position.
Makarov pushes down on Majere's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T10#
Makarov is taking a breather. Majere 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.
Majere is trying is best to control the position here.
Makarov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Makarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T11#
Makarov trying to control from Majere's half guard. Majere has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Makarov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Majere manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Majere (6) vs (7) Makarov
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Majere is one step ahead there.
Makarov seems keen to control Majere's posture.#T12#
Makarov working a defensive guard here.
Makarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov has Majere pulled in close to control his posture.
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet. #T13#
Majere being controlled here momentarily.
Makarov is continuing to stall.
Majere controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Makarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Majere doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Majere manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T14#
Makarov pulls Majere in to control the position.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Majere postures up.
Makarov wants to sweep but no luck.
Majere trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov is trying to keep Majere in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov wins on points by 7 to 6.
Sergey Makarov is the new heavyweight champion!
Sergey Makarov 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:
SSG 213 Majere vs Makarov
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 13 losses; Denubis Majere! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Luis Engracia and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Makarov is looking to clinch but Majere is avoiding it.
#TD#
Makarov tries to sprawl but Majere drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Majere (2) vs (0) Makarov
Makarov manages to get to full guard.
Majere controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Majere is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Majere trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Majere is one step ahead there.
Makarov is adopting a defensive guard.
Makarov 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.
Majere trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Majere passes into half guard. #SUB#
Majere is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Makarov is just riding it out for now. Majere eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Majere is looking to pass Makarov's guard but actually Makarov recovers to full guard.
Majere looking to pass the guard. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Makarov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Majere (2) vs (2) Makarov#SUB2#
Makarov drops back looking for a leg! Majere is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Majere manages to kick Makarov off! Makarov jumps back into Majere's guard.
Makarov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Majere tries to roll over but Makarov keeps him under control.
Majere trying to control but Makarov postures up.
Majere is staying active underneath Makarov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Makarov controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Majere moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
My spies in Globo Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Majere working for submissions but it's allowed Makarov to get to half guard.
#T5#
Makarov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Makarov trying to mount his opponent but Majere defends it.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Majere is working away.
Majere wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov passes into side control, despite Majere's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Majere (2) vs (5) Makarov#T6#
Majere is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Makarov is trying to get an arm triangle but Majere is defending well.
Makarov trying to control the action but Majere is working from the bottom.
Majere stops Makarov from passing to mount.
Majere is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Oblivion Gate, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T7#
Makarov wants to control for a moment but Majere uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Majere is working away.
Makarov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T8#
It looks like Makarov 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.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Majere does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T9#
Makarov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Majere! Score +3 for passing guard: Majere (2) vs (8) Makarov
Makarov controlling his opponent.
Majere is trying to escape the mount.
Majere tries to lock up and control but Makarov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Makarov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Majere has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Makarov tries to control but Majere wriggling away. #T10#
Makarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Makarov fails to advance to Majere's back.
Makarov wants to control the pace but Majere is squirming around nicely.
Makarov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T11##SUB2#
Makarov wants to finish this one by submission but Majere is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Makarov.
Majere regains half guard.
Majere is staying active underneath Makarov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Makarov tries to pass to full mount but Majere defends it. #T12#
Makarov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Majere keeping hold of Makarov's head, controlling as best he can.
Majere tries to roll over but Makarov keeps him under control.#T13#
Majere won't allow Makarov to pass to mount.
Majere is looking to improve his position.
Makarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Majere manages to get to full guard.
#T14#
Makarov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Majere swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Majere working a defensive guard but Makarov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Majere (2) vs (11) Makarov
Makarov taking a break here but Majere is having none of it and regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Majere wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov wins on points by 11 to 2.
An out of breath Sergey Makarov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SSG 206 Bar vs Makarov
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 19 losses; Wilhelm Bar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Alexandre Firmino.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Bar fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Makarov clinches up with Bar and pushes him back against the cage.
Bar has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD#
Bar manages to pull guard.
Makarov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (0) vs (3) Makarov
Makarov controlling the position.
Bar tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Makarov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bar struggling a bit here.#T1#
Makarov advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Bar (0) vs (5) Makarov
Makarov controlling from the full mount.
Makarov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Bar really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Makarov content just to control the position here.
Makarov trying to control but Bar is having none of it.
Makarov content just to control the position here. #T3#
Makarov takes Bar's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Bar is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Bar (0) vs (8) Makarov
Makarov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bar's body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Will Makarov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T4#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Makarov is trying to control but Bar is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Makarov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Makarov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T5#
Makarov tries to take his opponent's back but Bar turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (2) vs (8) Makarov
Makarov has Bar pulled in close to control his posture.
Bar wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving. #T6#
Bar works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bar is trying to control the action in half guard but Makarov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Makarov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
More stalling from Makarov.
Bar is taking a breather. Makarov 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.#T7#
Makarov is looking to control Bar's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Makarov avoid being mounted?
Makarov manages to get to full guard.
Makarov is trying to keep Bar in close.
#SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a triangle but Bar pushes his legs off easily.
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T8#
Bar trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov controlling Bar's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bar content to stall in guard here.
Makarov is controlling Bar's posture.#T9#
Bar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now.
Makarov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bar trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov looking to control but Bar passes into half guard.
#T10#
Makarov trying to control from the bottom.
Makarov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T11#
Makarov is concentrating on defense, preventing Bar from advancing position.
Bar prevents Makarov from improving his position.#T12#
Makarov trying to hold on to Bar's head to control him but Bar postures up.
Makarov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Well, if Bar 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.
Makarov wants to get back to full guard.
Well, if Bar 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.
Bar is just content to waste time from the top position. Makarov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T13#
Makarov is pulling down on Bar's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Makarov 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! Bar rolls with it to try and escape but Makarov cranks on the arm and Bar is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Makarov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 205 Majere vs Tosanesti
Date: Sep 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 25 losses; Ken Vrjalya!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Alan Glass and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Vrjalya fails with the takedown.#CL#
Makarov clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Vrjalya works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (0) vs (2) Vrjalya
Vrjalya wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vrjalya is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Vrjalya advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (0) vs (5) Vrjalya
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vrjalya is staying tight to Makarov's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Makarov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Vrjalya off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (4) vs (5) Vrjalya#T1#
Makarov biding his time, controlling Vrjalya.
Vrjalya tries to break free.
Makarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Makarov is riding his opponent, not letting Vrjalya buck him off.
Vrjalya felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Makarov keeps control of the position as Vrjalya tries to break free.
Makarov biding his time, controlling Vrjalya.
Vrjalya tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T2#
Vrjalya is looking to get to half guard.
Makarov content just to control the position here.
Vrjalya is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Vrjalya is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Makarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Makarov is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Vrjalya is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (7) vs (5) Vrjalya
I really don't envy Vrjalya right now.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Makarov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Makarov looking to break Vrjalya's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Vrjalya remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Makarov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Vrjalya is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4##SUB#
Vrjalya is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Vrjalya tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Makarov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Makarov is trying to stick to Vrjalya's back but Vrjalya is turning into Makarov. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Makarov's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Vrjalya. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (7) vs (7) Vrjalya
Vrjalya wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Makarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T5#
Makarov keeping full guard, as Vrjalya tries to pass.
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Makarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vrjalya 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.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Vrjalya from controlling successfully.
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vrjalya manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (9) vs (7) Vrjalya#T6#
Makarov trying to control but Vrjalya is working from the bottom.
Makarov is really struggling to control Vrjalya but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Makarov controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vrjalya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vrjalya wants to control but Makarov passes easily into half guard.
Makarov prevents Vrjalya from improving his position.#T7#
Vrjalya wants to sweep but Makarov has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (12) vs (7) Vrjalya
Vrjalya is holding Makarov down, trying to stall.
Vrjalya tries to control but Makarov manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (15) vs (7) Vrjalya
What can Vrjalya do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Makarov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Vrjalya breaks Makarov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (15) vs (9) Vrjalya#T8#
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vrjalya wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Vrjalya from controlling successfully.
Vrjalya stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Makarov trying to control the position here.
Makarov wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Vrjalya is now in half guard. #T9#
Vrjalya prevents Makarov from improving his position.
Vrjalya trying to control the action but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov wants to sweep but Vrjalya has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (15) vs (12) Vrjalya
Makarov is not content to let Vrjalya control the position.
Makarov is being controlled here. #T10#
Makarov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Vrjalya's best efforts.
Vrjalya slows the pace down in half guard.
Makarov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Vrjalya's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Vrjalya's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (19) vs (12) Vrjalya
Vrjalya tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T11#
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.
Vrjalya tries to roll but Makarov sticks to his back.
Makarov is riding his opponent, not letting Vrjalya buck him off. #T12##SUB#
Vrjalya defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Vrjalya tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Makarov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Makarov controls the position.#T13#
Vrjalya manages to reverse the position and now he's in Makarov's guard. Nice work there by Vrjalya.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (19) vs (14) Vrjalya
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Makarov has his hands on Vrjalya's head, controlling the position.
Makarov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vrjalya's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (21) vs (14) Vrjalya
Makarov passes Vrjalya's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Vrjalya trying to control here.
#T14#
Makarov is controlling the pace.
Vrjalya is trying to control but can't.
Vrjalya wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Vrjalya wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vrjalya knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 21 to 14.
A relieved looking Sergey Makarov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 189 Makaro vs Dukat
Date: Aug 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Gul Dukat!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Ian Loll and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dukat tries to sprawl but Makarov drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Dukat
Dukat has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The House Of Pain. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
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.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Makarov in particular looking to stall.
Dukat wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Makarov trying to control the pace.
Makarov wants to free his trapped foot but Dukat is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Makarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dukat wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Makarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Makarov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Makarov is looking to advance position but Dukat won't allow it.
Makarov stalling away here and it's allowed Dukat to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Dukat wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dukat is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dukat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (5) vs (0) Dukat
Dukat is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Makarov taking a breather here.
Dukat is trying to control Makarov's posture but Makarov avoids it.
Dukat is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov tries to move to mount but Dukat blocks the move with his legs.
Makarov working away.
Makarov wants to control but Dukat is keeping him busy. #T4#
Dukat is being controlled here.
Makarov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Dukat tries to improve position but can't.
Makarov 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 Dukat's shoulder. That is not cool.
Makarov gets to mount! Dukat was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (7) vs (0) Dukat
Dukat tries to lock up and control but Makarov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T5#
Makarov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Makarov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dukat is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6##SUB#
Makarov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Dukat to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Dukat shrugs it off.
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dukat is looking to improve his position but Makarov isn't that keen on the idea.
Dukat is controlling an arm, preventing Makarov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Makarov controlling his opponent. #T7#
Dukat is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Makarov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dukat tries to lock up and control but Makarov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
Dukat has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (10) vs (0) Dukat
Makarov controls the position.#SUB#
Makarov working for a choke but Dukat is defending well.
Will Makarov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T9#
Dukat rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Dukat is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Makarov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Makarov passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (13) vs (0) Dukat#SUB#
Dukat defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Makarov. #T10#
Makarov controlling the pace for now.
Makarov avoids the attempt from Dukat to control.
Dukat is trying desperately to improve position.
Makarov content just to control the position here. #T11#
Dukat is desperately trying to improve his position but Makarov has a good base and remains in mount.
Dukat gets back to half guard.
Dukat moves into full guard.
Dukat manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Makarov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (13) vs (2) Dukat
Dukat postures up.
Dukat advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (13) vs (5) Dukat#T12#
Makarov tries to improve position but can't.
Dukat laying and praying for a moment but Makarov takes advantage and regains half guard.
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Makarov wants to control but Dukat is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov moves into full guard.
Makarov pulls Dukat in to control the position. #T13#
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Dukat from controlling successfully.
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Dukat tries to pass.
Dukat trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov wants to control the position but Dukat says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T14#
Makarov is looking for a sweep. Dukat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov wants to control but Dukat is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dukat postures up.
Dukat controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Makarov trying to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 13 to 5.
A very excited looking Sergey Makarov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 387
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 10 losses; John Doe!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Edson Gomes and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Makarov scores with a takedown into Doe's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Doe
Doe is looking to sweep but instead, Makarov has passed into half guard.
Makarov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Makarov wants to advance to full mount but Doe doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov trying to control but Doe is working from the bottom. #T1#
Doe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Makarov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Doe wants to sweep but no luck.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but Doe gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (2) Doe
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Makarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Doe slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (2) vs (5) Doe
I've been told that Doe has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Makarov is letting Doe control him for a moment.
Makarov is looking to regain half guard here but Doe keeps moving and retains side control.
Doe just content to control the position.
Makarov is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Doe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Makarov keeps working.
Makarov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Doe's best efforts.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Makarov manages to get to full guard.
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet. #T4#
Makarov seems keen to control Doe's posture.
Makarov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (5) Doe
Doe is controlling Makarov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Makarov content to control rather than advance.
Doe keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Doe is trying is best to control the position here.
Makarov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Doe is pressing down on Makarov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Makarov stays in close to Doe's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Doe wants to sweep but no luck.
Doe controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
Doe keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov is working hard here to advance position.
Makarov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T7#
Makarov is trying to control. Doe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Makarov wants to pass to mount but Doe is defending the position.
Doe controlling the position for now.
Makarov trying to mount his opponent but Doe defends it.
Makarov not doing much here.
Makarov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (7) vs (5) Doe#T8#
Doe 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: Makarov (7) vs (7) Doe
Makarov pulls Doe in close to his closed guard and prevents Doe from doing any damage or advancing position.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Doe postures up. #T9#
Doe preventing the sweep.
Makarov looking to control.
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Doe manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (9) vs (7) Doe
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Doe being controlled here, momentarily.
Doe trying to control the position here. #T10##SUB2#
Doe throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Makarov won't allow Doe to sweep him here.
Makarov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov preventing the sweep. #T11#
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Doe pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Doe lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (9) vs (9) Doe#T12#
Doe looking to sit in guard and control but Makarov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (11) vs (9) Doe
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Doe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Makarov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Doe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Doe is keeping the position.
Makarov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T14#
Doe trying to keep a closed guard but Makarov is proving a slippery customer.
Makarov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Doe.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 11 to 9.
A victorious Sergey Makarov 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:
CWC 384
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 16 losses; Scott Hall! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Luis Engracia and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Makarov pushes Hall up against the cage in a clinch.
Hall drops down looking for an ankle pick but Makarov pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Makarov closes the distance and clinches.
Hall has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Makarov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hall has Makarov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Makarov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Hall. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Makarov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Hall can't fight it off and eventually Makarov manages to take the fight to the floor. Hall looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hall (0) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov stands and throws Hall's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (0) vs (5) Makarov
You can see the frustration on Hall's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall sneaks back into half guard.#T1#
Hall controlling the position for now.
Hall won't allow Makarov to pass to mount.
Hall wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov is pressing down on Hall's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hall is holding on for now.
Hall is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hall tries to get to full guard but Makarov has control of the leg.
My spies in Globo Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hall won't allow Makarov to pass to mount.
Hall is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hall controlling the position well. #T2#
Hall wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Hall holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Makarov wants to free his trapped foot but Hall is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hall tries to get to full guard but Makarov has control of the leg.
Hall preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hall is trying to control but can't.
#T3##SUB2#
Makarov seems to be working for a kimura but Hall defends the submission attempt.
Makarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hall has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Makarov is working away from the top position though.
Hall wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Makarov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hall wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Hall preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Makarov trying to control the action but Hall is working from the bottom.
Makarov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hall tries to get to full guard but Makarov has control of the leg. #T5#
Makarov is thwarting Hall's attempts to control the position.
Hall is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Makarov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Makarov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hall (4) vs (5) Makarov
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.
Makarov trying to control but not successfully.
Makarov tries to escape but Hall has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6#
Hall tries to get the hooks in deep but Makarov pushed the leg off.
Hall just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
A lull in the action here.
Makarov wants to escape the position.
Makarov is still trying to improve position.
Hall controls the position.
Hall is hanging on to Makarov's back as he tries to escape.
Hall keeps control of the position easily here as Makarov tries to buck him off.
#T7#
Hall struggling to keep hold of the position.
Makarov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hall's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hall has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Makarov is really stuck here.
#T8#
Makarov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Makarov breaks Hall's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hall (4) vs (7) Makarov
Hall wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Hall trying to control the position.
Hall is pulling down on Makarov's head to control his posture. #T9#
Hall wants to sweep but no luck.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hall pulls Makarov in close to his closed guard and prevents Makarov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hall lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hall (6) vs (7) Makarov
Makarov looking to control.
Hall looking to pass the guard.
Hall's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Makarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hall gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T10#
Makarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hall pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now.
Makarov has Hall pulled in close to control his posture.
Hall is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hall preventing the sweep.
Hall slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Hall tries to pass.
Hall not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T11##SUB2#
Hall avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hall not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hall seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Makarov for as long as he can get away with.
Makarov pulls Hall in close to his closed guard and prevents Hall from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hall trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Makarov trying to keep a closed guard but Hall is proving a slippery customer.
Hall won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Hall passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (9) vs (7) Makarov
Makarov sneaks back into half guard.
Hall content to control rather than advance. #T13#
Hall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Makarov keeps working.
Makarov tries to roll over but Hall keeps him under control.
Well, if Hall 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.
Makarov wants to improve his position but Hall is controlling well.
#T14#
Hall slows the pace down in half guard.
Hall wants to pass the guard but Makarov is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hall is looking to stall here but Makarov recovers full guard.
Hall trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hall takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Scott Hall gave a mention to Silverback Sweatshop in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CWC 379
Date: May 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 15 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Lavicci misses with a takedown attempt - Makarov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Makarov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Makarov gets a double leg takedown into Lavicci's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci has his hands on Makarov's head, controlling the position.
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Lavicci is retaining full guard. #T1#
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci 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.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
Makarov won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully. #T3#
Lavicci is pulling down on Makarov's head to control his posture.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Makarov trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
Lavicci wants to sweep but no luck.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Lavicci is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci managing to control the position.
Makarov pushes down on Lavicci's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lavicci wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
#T5#
Lavicci is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Makarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lavicci is trying is best to control the position here.
Makarov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Lavicci is trying is best to control the position here.
Makarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov wants to pass to mount but Lavicci is defending the position.
Lavicci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Makarov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Makarov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (2) vs (4) Lavicci
Lavicci gets his hands free as Makarov looks to control. #T7#
Makarov rolls, trying to escape but Lavicci keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Lavicci working for a choke but Makarov is defending well.
Makarov wants to control his opponent's hands but Lavicci gets his hands free.
Makarov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T8#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Lavicci controlling the positon.
Makarov staying busy and making it hard for Lavicci to control.
Lavicci controlling from the back.#T9#
Makarov is really stuck here.
Lavicci is trying to control but Makarov is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Lavicci sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lavicci trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T10#
Lavicci controlling the pace for now.
Makarov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Makarov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (2) vs (7) Lavicci#T11#
Makarov is trying to break free.
Makarov is working hard here to advance position.
Lavicci is trying to stick to Makarov's back but Makarov is turning into Lavicci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Lavicci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Makarov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (7) Lavicci
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet.
Makarov stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position.
Makarov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Makarov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T13#
Lavicci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (9) Lavicci
Makarov seems keen to control Lavicci's posture.
Lavicci slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (4) vs (12) Lavicci
Lavicci working away.
Makarov is looking to regain half guard here but Lavicci keeps moving and retains side control. #T14#
Makarov wants to control but Lavicci postures up.
Lavicci works to advance to full mount. Makarov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (4) vs (14) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to take Makarov's back but he can't do it this time.
Makarov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov tries to improve his position but instead Lavicci has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (4) vs (17) Lavicci
Lavicci is trying to stick to Makarov's back but Makarov is turning into Lavicci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Lavicci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Makarov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (6) vs (17) Lavicci
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci wins on points by 17 to 6.
A relieved looking Anthony Lavicci thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 375
Date: May 14, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Makarov fails to land the takedown.
Makarov shoots for a takedown but Zulu saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Zulu has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD2#
Makarov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov prevents Zulu from improving his position.
My spies in Globo Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zulu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Zulu 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.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Makarov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zulu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Makarov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a triangle here but Zulu uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Makarov#T2#
Zulu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Makarov is looking to regain half guard here but Zulu keeps moving and retains side control.
Zulu working away.
Makarov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Makarov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Makarov tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Makarov has his hands clasped together around Zulu's back. He's all about the action.
Zulu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Makarov is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Makarov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Zulu content to stall in guard here.
Makarov pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet. #T5#
Makarov looking to control.
Makarov being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Makarov.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Makarov working a defensive guard but Zulu passes into half guard.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
Makarov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T6#
Makarov trying to get back to full guard but Zulu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (8) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov is trying to escape the mount.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Makarov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (11) vs (2) Makarov#T7#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Makarov can't escape the position.
Makarov trying to control the action but Zulu just sinks the hooks in.
Makarov tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
#T8#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Makarov tries to break free.
#SUB#
Makarov fending off the submission attempt from Zulu.
Makarov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zulu.
#T9#
Makarov tries to escape the position.
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Makarov wants to escape the position.
Zulu controls the position.#T10#
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Makarov for as long as he can get away with.
Zulu has the hooks in. Makarov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Zulu not allowing Makarov to control his hands.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Makarov rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Makarov tries to escape the position.
#T11#
Zulu doesn't have the hooks in and Makarov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (4) Makarov
Makarov trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu has Makarov pulled in close to control his posture.
Makarov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T12#
Makarov pushes down on Zulu's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Makarov is working for a kimura but Zulu is defending it quite comfortably.
Makarov is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Makarov from advancing position.
Zulu manages to get to full guard.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T14#
Zulu pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Makarov tries to pass.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
It looks like Makarov 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 11 to 4.
Shaka Zulu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 372
Date: May 07, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Gotan Wasselach!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Makarov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Makarov (4) vs (0) Wasselach
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Wasselach tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Makarov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wasselach, who protects the arm well.
Wasselach gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (6) vs (0) Wasselach
Makarov controlling the pace for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov fails to take his opponent's back.
Wasselach is desperately trying to improve his position but Makarov has a good base and remains in mount.#T1#
Makarov controlling his opponent.
Wasselach sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Wasselach is staying active underneath Makarov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Makarov is trying to work for a kimura but Wasselach is defending well.
Wasselach trying to control but Makarov postures up.
Makarov is trying to control. Wasselach wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Makarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Makarov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wasselach doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Makarov.
Makarov controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Wasselach looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Wasselach is trying to control but Makarov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (9) vs (0) Wasselach
Wasselach is desperately trying to improve his position but Makarov has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Makarov looking to control but Wasselach is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Wasselach is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Makarov looking to control but Wasselach is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Wasselach wants to control but Makarov is having none of it.
Makarov takes Wasselach's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Wasselach is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (12) vs (0) Wasselach
Will Makarov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T5#
Makarov controlling well, preventing Wasselach from escaping the position.
Makarov not allowing Wasselach to control his hands. #SUB#
Wasselach is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Makarov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Wasselach defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T6#
Makarov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Wasselach manages to reverse the position and now he's in Makarov's guard. Nice work there by Wasselach.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (12) vs (2) Wasselach
Makarov trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Makarov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T7#
Makarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wasselach showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Makarov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Wasselach puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Makarov trying to hold on to Wasselach's head to control him but Wasselach postures up.
Makarov is refusing to be controlled, as Wasselach sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Wasselach seems to be working for a kimura but Makarov defends the submission attempt.#T8#
Makarov is refusing to be controlled, as Wasselach sits in half guard.
Wasselach trying to control the pace.
Makarov tries to roll over but Wasselach keeps him under control.
Makarov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wasselach stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9##SUB#
Wasselach avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Wasselach won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Wasselach is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Wasselach passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (12) vs (5) Wasselach
Wasselach tries to advance to mount but can't.
My spies in House of 1000 Corpses inform me that Wasselach has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Wasselach working away.#T10#
Makarov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Makarov tries to roll over but Wasselach keeps him under control.
Well, if Wasselach 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.
Wasselach wants to pass the guard but Makarov is defending well.
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Makarov gets back to full guard.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Wasselach from controlling successfully. #T11#
Makarov looking to control.
Wasselach trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Makarov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (14) vs (5) Wasselach
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Wasselach is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wasselach is adopting a defensive guard.
Makarov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T12#
Makarov advances to half guard.
Makarov is looking to take a break and control but Wasselach is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Makarov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wasselach knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Makarov stalling. #T13#
Makarov trying to control from Wasselach's half guard. Wasselach has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Wasselach pulls Makarov in to control the position.
Wasselach keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Wasselach trying to control the position.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Wasselach is keeping the position.#T14#
Wasselach wants to sweep but no luck.
Makarov being controlled here momentarily.
Wasselach can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Makarov controls the pace.
Makarov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (17) vs (5) Wasselach
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Wasselach's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wasselach is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Makarov is staying active.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 17 to 5.
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 369
Date: Apr 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 14 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Makarov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Makarov lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (0) vs (2) Makarov#SUB#
Camara looking for a triangle here. Makarov is fighting it but it looks tight! Camara pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Makarov is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Abubakar Camara!
A relieved looking Abubakar Camara thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 365
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 30 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Thiago Cunha and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Makarov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kakuto is fending him off so far but Makarov persists. Nope, Kakuto circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Kakuto gets caught flat footed, as Makarov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kakuto (0) vs (2) Makarov#SUB#
Kakuto looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kakuto 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.
Makarov passes Kakuto's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Kakuto actively working from the bottom here.
Kakuto is not content to let Makarov control the position.#SUB2#
Kakuto is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Makarov has latched onto it... Big trouble! Makarov pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Kakuto is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Makarov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Makarov!
A very excited looking Sergey Makarov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Tsuyoi Kakuto was interviewed post fight and said 'KyÅ wa watashi ga katenaito kami wa watashi ni itta (God Told Me I cannot Win today) '. |
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Event:
CWC 361
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 13 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Makarov feints and as Camara raises his hands in defense, Makarov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (0) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Camara is looking for a triangle but Makarov pushes his legs off easily.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Camara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
My spies in Globo Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Camara keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Camara had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Makarov defends it easily.#SUB#
Camara is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Makarov defends well.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Camara keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Camara is retaining full guard.
Camara seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Camara.
Camara is working hard here to advance position.
Makarov stays in close to Camara's body and controls the position.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Camara keeps moving. #T3#
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Camara is retaining full guard.
Camara can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Makarov controls the pace.#T4#
Camara keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Camara keeps moving.
Makarov pushes down on Camara's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Makarov is stalling here. Camara is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Makarov seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Camara has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Camara (4) vs (2) Makarov#T5#
Makarov wants to control but Camara postures up.
Camara controlling the position.
Makarov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Camara's best efforts.
Makarov is doing well to control the position and prevent Camara from advancing to side control.
Camara tries to pass to full mount but Makarov defends it. #T6#
Camara is looking to take a break and control but Makarov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Makarov wants to control but Camara is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Camara wants to work for an arm triangle but Makarov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Makarov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Makarov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Makarov.#T7#
Makarov 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.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Camara from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Makarov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Camara defends it easily.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Camara controlling him for the moment. #T8#
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Camara slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Makarov trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Makarov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Camara defends it easily.
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T9#
Camara wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Makarov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Camara postures up.
Makarov trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but Camara defends easily.
#T10#
Camara postures up.
Makarov being controlled here, momentarily.
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Camara is one step ahead there. #T11#
Makarov looking to control.
#SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Camara showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Makarov working a defensive guard here.
#T12#
Camara forces his way into half guard.
Makarov is looking for a sweep. Camara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov wants to control the action here but instead Camara manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (7) vs (2) Makarov
Camara tries to control but Makarov wriggling away.
Camara prevents Makarov from getting the reversal.#T13#
Camara takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Makarov holds on to Camara as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Camara wants to control the pace but Makarov is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov is trying desperately to improve position.
Camara controlling from mount. #T14#
Camara prevents Makarov from getting the reversal.
Camara controlling from mount.
Makarov is working to get back to half guard.
Camara sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Makarov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Abubakar Camara thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 358
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 16 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Daniel Cesar and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Makarov shoots in looking for a takedown. Zulu tries to sprawl out of it but Makarov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Zulu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Zulu changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Zulu moves into the clinch.
Zulu is looking for a takedown.
Makarov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Zulu pulls his leg out and moves away.
Zulu leaves Makarov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
Zulu stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Zulu wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Zulu has taken the fight to the clinch.
Zulu tries to score a body lock takedown but Makarov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Zulu wants the takedown. Makarov is fighting it off but Zulu persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Makarov's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Makarov
Makarov controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu stays in close to Makarov's body and controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Makarov is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Makarov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
Zulu has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Makarov trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom. #T2#
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Makarov wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (2) Makarov
Zulu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu won't allow Makarov to sweep him here. #T5#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Makarov trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a triangle here but Zulu uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Makarov#T6#
Makarov is looking for a sweep.
Zulu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Zulu happy to just control the position for now.
Zulu trying to control the action but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov tries to improve position but can't. #T7#
Zulu takes a little break here. Makarov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Makarov is looking to reverse the position.
Zulu is staying tight to Makarov's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T8#
Zulu has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Makarov! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (9) vs (2) Makarov
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zulu prevents Makarov from getting the reversal.
Zulu wants to control the pace but Makarov is squirming around nicely.
Zulu wants to control the action but instead Makarov gets a body lock and reverses into Zulu's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (9) vs (4) Makarov#SUB2#
Makarov has gone for a leg lock! Zulu slips out almost immediately though and dives into Makarov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (4) Makarov#T9#
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.#SUB2#
Makarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zulu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Makarov is tightening it up a little... Zulu has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Zulu reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Zulu taps out! Nice BJJ there by Makarov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 354
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 4 losses; Bob Le Boulder! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Felipe Paraventi and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Makarov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Makarov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Le Boulder (0) vs (4) Makarov
Le Boulder tries to improve position but can't.
Le Boulder is trying to work for a sweep but Makarov has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Le Boulder (0) vs (6) Makarov
Makarov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Le Boulder wants to hold on but Makarov pushes him away.
Makarov tries to control but Le Boulder wriggling away.
Le Boulder tries to hold on but Makarov pushes him away.
Le Boulder is trying desperately to improve position.
Le Boulder stops Makarov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Makarov is looking to work his way around to Le Boulder's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T1#
Le Boulder wants to control but Makarov is having none of it.
Le Boulder holds on to Makarov around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.#SUB2#
Makarov with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Le Boulder tries to hold on but Makarov pushes him away.
Le Boulder is looking to improve his position but Makarov isn't that keen on the idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov tries to control but Le Boulder wriggling away.
Le Boulder sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2#
Le Boulder moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Le Boulder 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.
Le Boulder has Makarov pulled in close to control his posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Le Boulder is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Le Boulder (2) vs (6) Makarov
Le Boulder pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Le Boulder defends well.
Makarov trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Makarov keeping full guard, as Le Boulder tries to pass.
Makarov is adopting a defensive guard.
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Le Boulder got a little sloppy there for a moment and Makarov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Le Boulder has managed to get both his arms back between Makarov's legs - danger averted.#T4#
Makarov wants to sweep here but Le Boulder controlling him for the moment.
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Le Boulder engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Makarov is trying to keep Le Boulder in close.
#SUB2#
Makarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Le Boulder is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Makarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Le Boulder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Le Boulder showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T5##SUB2#
Makarov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Le Boulder can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Le Boulder stays in close to Makarov's body and controls the position. #T6#
Makarov keeping full guard, as Le Boulder tries to pass.
Le Boulder is stalling in the full guard.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Le Boulder postures up.
Le Boulder trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Makarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Le Boulder is aware though and is defending well.
Makarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov working a defensive guard but Le Boulder passes into half guard.
Le Boulder wants to take a breather but Makarov is having none of it.
Le Boulder is looking to advance position but Makarov won't allow it.
Makarov wants to control but Le Boulder is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Le Boulder content to control rather than advance.
Makarov tries to get to full guard but Le Boulder has control of the leg.
Makarov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T8#
Le Boulder slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions off his back.
Le Boulder is controlling the pace.
Le Boulder seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Makarov for as long as he can get away with.#T9#
Le Boulder is keen to just control but Makarov is a slippery customer.
Le Boulder content to control rather than advance.
Makarov wants to improve his position but Le Boulder is controlling well.
Le Boulder with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T10#
Makarov is trying to maintain the position but Le Boulder is very close to passing his half guard.
Makarov is trying to get back to full guard.
Le Boulder tries to pass to full mount but Makarov defends it.
Le Boulder sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Makarov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Makarov.
Makarov controlling Le Boulder's posture. #T11#
Le Boulder tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Le Boulder controlling him for the moment.
Le Boulder trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Le Boulder is one step ahead there.
Makarov being controlled here, momentarily.
Makarov trying to control the position here. #T12#
Le Boulder not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Le Boulder might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Makarov looking to control.
Makarov is pulling down on Le Boulder's head to control his posture.
Le Boulder looking to pass the guard. #T13##SUB2#
Makarov working for a triangle but Le Boulder defends it easily.
Le Boulder is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Makarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Le Boulder is aware though and is defending well.#T14#
Makarov keeping full guard, as Le Boulder tries to pass.
Le Boulder controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Le Boulder avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Le Boulder tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard.
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Boulder controlling from the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov wins on points by 6 to 2.
A victorious Sergey Makarov 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:
CWC 353
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Sergey Telegin!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Colin Fray and Ryoma Takatsuka.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Telegin tries to sprawl but Makarov drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Telegin
Telegin wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Makarov not doing much here.
Makarov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Telegin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Telegin gets full guard.
Makarov passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Telegin looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Telegin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Telegin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Telegin is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Telegin looking for submissions off his back.
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Telegin wants to get back to full guard.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Telegin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Makarov seems to be working for a kimura but Telegin defends the submission attempt.
Telegin works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Telegin looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Makarov has picked Telegin up and slammed him! Telegin can't keep hold of the triangle and Makarov manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (5) vs (0) Telegin
Telegin manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Telegin looking for submissions off his back.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Telegin is having none of it. #T2#
Telegin moves into full guard.
Makarov passes Telegin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Telegin is doing well to control the position and prevent Makarov from advancing to side control.
Telegin wants to control the action here but instead Makarov manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (8) vs (0) Telegin
Makarov avoids the attempt from Telegin to control.
Telegin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Telegin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Telegin works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Telegin working a defensive guard here.
Telegin pulls Makarov in to control the position. #SUB2#
Makarov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Telegin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Makarov has managed to get both his arms back between Telegin's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Telegin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Makarov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Telegin's guard.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Telegin is working away. #SUB2#
Telegin looking for a kimura from the bottom but Makarov passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (11) vs (0) Telegin
Telegin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Makarov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Makarov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Makarov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Telegin's legs.
Telegin tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (13) vs (0) Telegin
Telegin is trying to reverse the position but instead Makarov has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (16) vs (0) Telegin
Makarov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
I really don't envy Telegin right now.
Telegin trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Makarov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Telegin can't escape the position.
#T5#
A lull in the action here.
Telegin rolls, trying to escape but Makarov keeps control of the position.
Makarov doesn't have the hooks in and Telegin manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (16) vs (2) Telegin#SUB#
Makarov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Telegin is aware though and is defending well.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Telegin tries to pass.
Telegin won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Telegin from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Makarov working for a triangle but Telegin defends it easily.
Telegin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Telegin passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Telegin seems to be looking for submissions.
Well, if Telegin 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.
Telegin is looking to advance position but Makarov won't allow it. #SUB#
Makarov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Telegin is looking for a kimura but Makarov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Telegin to get the leverage.
Makarov trying to hold on to Telegin's head to control him but Telegin postures up.
#T7#
Makarov is refusing to be controlled, as Telegin sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Telegin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Makarov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Makarov 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.
Telegin trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Makarov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Telegin defends well.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Telegin controlling him for the moment.
Telegin slips nicely into half guard.#T8#
Telegin wants to take a breather but Makarov is having none of it.
Telegin tries to pass to full mount but Makarov defends it.
Makarov manages to get to full guard.
Telegin wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Telegin controlling him for the moment. #T9#
Telegin wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Telegin wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
Makarov trying to control the position.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Telegin tries to pass.
Makarov controlling the position.
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Telegin is one step ahead there.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Telegin tries to pass. #T10##SUB#
Telegin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Telegin trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Telegin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Telegin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Makarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Telegin looking to pass the guard. #T11#
Telegin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Telegin slips nicely into half guard.
Makarov wants to control but Telegin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Telegin prevents Makarov from improving his position.
Makarov is refusing to be controlled, as Telegin sits in half guard.
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Telegin is trying to control the action in half guard but Makarov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Telegin working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T12#
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Makarov is working hard here to advance position.
Telegin is looking to take a break and control but Makarov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Makarov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Makarov wants to improve his position but Telegin is controlling well.
Makarov is refusing to be controlled, as Telegin sits in half guard. #T13##SUB2#
Telegin is looking for a kimura but Makarov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Telegin to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Telegin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Makarov sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Telegin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Makarov is just riding it out for now. Telegin eventually gives up the hold.
Makarov gets full guard.
Telegin trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Telegin controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Makarov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Telegin is defending well. Makarov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Telegin has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Makarov celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov 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:
CWC 343
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Scott Dolton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Josh West and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dolton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Makarov sprawls well initially but Dolton persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dolton (2) vs (0) Makarov
Makarov won't allow Dolton to pass to mount.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dolton in particular looking to stall.
Makarov gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov 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.
Makarov trying to keep a closed guard but Dolton is proving a slippery customer.
Dolton wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dolton wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Dolton might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dolton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now.
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Dolton'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.#T1##SUB2#
Makarov has his foot on Dolton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dolton works his way back into a safe position though.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Dolton from controlling successfully.
Makarov being controlled here, momentarily.
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Makarov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dolton controls the pace.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Dolton postures up. #T2##SUB2#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but Dolton defends easily.
#SUB2#
Dolton avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Makarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov managing to control the position.
Dolton passes Makarov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dolton works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dolton (5) vs (0) Makarov#T3#
Makarov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dolton content just to control the position here.
Dolton trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Makarov regains half guard.
Makarov tries to get to full guard but Dolton has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Dolton trying to pass the guard but Makarov defending well.
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Makarov wants to control but Dolton is keeping busy.
Makarov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Dolton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T5#
Makarov is staying active underneath Dolton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Makarov is looking to control Dolton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Makarov avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Makarov actively working from the bottom here.
Dolton is stalling here. Makarov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dolton seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Makarov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dolton (5) vs (4) Makarov
Dolton tries to improve position but can't. #T6#
Makarov trying to control the action but Dolton is working from the bottom.
Dolton tries to bench press Makarov off him but Makarov keeps the position.
Makarov working away.
Dolton regains half guard there - taking advantage of Makarov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Makarov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dolton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7##SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Dolton is defending well.
Dolton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Makarov is working away from the top position though.
Dolton preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T8#
Dolton wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Dolton is having none of it. #SUB#
Dolton actively working from the bottom here.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Dolton is having none of it.
Makarov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T9#
Dolton keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dolton is trying to control but can't.
Makarov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Makarov is pressing down on Dolton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dolton is holding on for now.
Dolton is trying to control but Makarov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dolton (5) vs (7) Makarov#T10#
Makarov wants to control the pace but Dolton is squirming around nicely.
Makarov wants to take his opponent's back but Dolton doesn't allow it.
Makarov tries to control but Dolton wriggling away.
Dolton wants to control but Makarov is having none of it.
Makarov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T11#
Makarov controlling from the full mount.
Makarov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dolton manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dolton wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
#T12#
Dolton wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dolton (5) vs (10) Makarov
Makarov trying to control the position but Dolton is working away.
Dolton tries to buck Makarov off but Makarov is having none of it.
Dolton is not content to let Makarov control the position.
Dolton struggling a bit here.#T13#
Dolton tries to buck Makarov off but Makarov is having none of it.
Dolton seems a little lost for a moment, as Makarov dominates the positioning.
Dolton is looking to reverse the position.
Makarov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dolton's legs.
Makarov wants to control but Dolton is keeping him busy. #T14#
Dolton is looking for a sweep.
Makarov controls the position from side control.
Dolton is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Makarov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Makarov stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dolton desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov wins on points by 10 to 5.
After winning the bout, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Scott Dolton had this to say: 'It is a joke? Let's start it over again.'. |
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Event:
CWC 334 - Prelims
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 21 losses; Jack Blood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Taro Takaoka and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Makarov wants to take the fight to the mat but Blood manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Blood wants a takedown.
Makarov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Makarov prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Blood has hold of one of Makarov's legs. Makarov is fighting the takedown attempt but Blood gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blood (2) vs (0) Makarov
Blood slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Blood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Makarov has his feet on Blood's thighs here. He's pushed Blood off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Blood screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Makarov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 333 - Miyagi vs Al Jhit
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 25 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, John Roberts and David Schapiro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Silva Jr shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (0) Makarov
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Silva Jr from controlling successfully.
Silva Jr passes Makarov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Silva Jr stalling.
Makarov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Makarov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Makarov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Silva Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Makarov is pulling down on Silva Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Silva Jr, at least for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Makarov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (2) Makarov#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for a guillotine here but Makarov defends easily.
Makarov passes Silva Jr's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2##SUB#
Silva Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Makarov 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.
It looks like Makarov 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.#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Silva Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Silva Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Makarov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Silva Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Makarov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Makarov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Silva Jr (6) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov is really stuck here.
Silva Jr seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Silva Jr not allowing Makarov to control his hands.
Silva Jr is hanging on to Makarov's back as he tries to escape.
#T4##SUB#
Makarov is looking to control the hands but Silva Jr breaks free and manages to sink in a rear naked choke that ends the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rich Silva Jr!
A relieved looking Rich Silva Jr thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 332 - Prelims
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Richard Anderson!
The judges for this bout are Aleksandr Martynov, Viktor Lagutenko and Illya Tyunina.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Makarov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Anderson to the mat! Anderson manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Anderson
Makarov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Anderson is keeping the position for now.
Makarov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Makarov trying to move into half guard but instead Anderson has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (2) Anderson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson passes Makarov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Makarov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
Anderson trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Anderson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Anderson won't allow Makarov to sweep him here.
Anderson passes Makarov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Anderson is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Makarov reverses the position - he's now on top in Anderson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (4) vs (2) Anderson
Makarov controlling from the top position.
Anderson has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Jed's Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T2##SUB2#
Anderson pushes a forearm under Makarov's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Makarov is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richard Anderson!
During a confident post fight interview, Richard Anderson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 330 - McCain vs Brown
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 4 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Arvi Lind and Roosa Järviläinen.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Scott gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Makarov to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Scott
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Scott working for a triangle but Makarov defends it easily.
Scott looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Scott seems keen to control Makarov's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself. #SUB2#
Scott working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Makarov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Makarov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB2#
Scott is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Makarov is aware though and is defending well.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
Scott controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
Scott looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Makarov is stalling in the full guard.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Our spies down at at Count Dante's Deadliest Academy inform us that Scott has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott trying to control the position.
Makarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Makarov trying to control but Scott is working from the bottom.
Makarov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Scott controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
Makarov won't allow Scott to sweep him here. #T3#
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Scott has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Makarov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Scott being controlled here, momentarily.
Scott managing to control the position.
Scott is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Makarov sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scott trying to control the position here.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now.
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Scott has his hands on Makarov's head, controlling the position.
Scott is trying to keep Makarov in close.
#T5#
Scott controlling the position.
Scott looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Scott 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.
Makarov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Scott not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T6#
Makarov stays in close to Scott's body and controls the position.
Scott pulls Makarov in close to his closed guard and prevents Makarov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Scott looking for a sweep. Not yet Scott, not yet.
Scott looking to control.
Scott working a defensive guard but Makarov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (5) vs (0) Scott
Scott is looking to reverse the position.#T7#
Scott wants to control but Makarov postures up.
Scott is looking for a sweep.
Makarov trying to control the position but Scott is working away.
Makarov working away.
Makarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scott keeps working.
Makarov controls the position from side control.
Scott stops Makarov from passing to mount. #T8#
Makarov is working hard here to advance position.
Makarov slows the pace down.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scott is not content to let Makarov control the position.
Scott manages to work his way to half guard, despite Makarov's best efforts.
Scott works his way to full guard. Good work.
Scott 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.#T9#
Scott keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Scott is trying to keep Makarov in close.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Makarov slips nicely into half guard.#T10#
Scott wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Scott holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Scott wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Scott is having none of it.
Scott wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Scott moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Makarov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Makarov looking to pass the guard. #T11#
Scott has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Scott can't keep his opponent in guard - Makarov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Scott slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Makarov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Makarov preventing the sweep. #T12##SUB2#
Scott throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Scott throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Scott is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Scott working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Makarov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Makarov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Makarov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Scott manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (5) vs (2) Scott#T13#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Makarov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (7) vs (2) Scott#SUB2#
Scott working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Makarov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Makarov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now.
Scott can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Makarov controls the pace.#T14#
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now.
Scott has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Makarov has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (10) vs (2) Scott
Makarov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Scott! Score +2 for reaching mount: Makarov (12) vs (2) Scott
Scott is working to get back to half guard.
Scott prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scott wants to hold on but Makarov pushes him away.
Scott might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Makarov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
An out of breath Sergey Makarov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Tyron Scott was interviewed post fight and said 'Pathetic win. You trash and everyone khow it!'. |
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Event:
CWC 329 - Prelims
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 26 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Lo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Makarov to the ground. Lo is now in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (0) Makarov
Makarov seems keen to control Lo's posture.#SUB2#
Makarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lo stays in close to Makarov's body and controls the position.
Lo preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lo pushing down on Makarov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Makarov wants to improve his position but Lo is controlling well.
#T1#
Lo stalling.
We've been hearing good reports from Lo's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov is trying to get back to full guard.
Makarov wants to control but Lo is keeping busy.
Makarov moves into full guard.
#T2#
Lo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Makarov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lo passes into half guard.
Makarov wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Lo content to control rather than advance.
Makarov is trying to control but can't.
Makarov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Makarov has his hands clasped together around Lo's back. He's all about the action.
Makarov is looking for a sweep. Lo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Makarov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Makarov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lo is looking to advance position but Makarov won't allow it.
Makarov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T5##SUB#
Lo 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.
Makarov trying to control here.
#T6#
Makarov tries to roll over but Lo keeps him under control.
Lo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lo is working hard here to advance position.
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Makarov is holding on to half guard well.#T7#
Makarov won't allow Lo to pass to mount.
Lo performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Makarov is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Lo seems content to control.#T8#
Lo wants to pass the guard but Makarov is defending well.
Makarov is staying active underneath Lo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Makarov keeping hold of Lo's head, controlling as best he can.
The fighters are battling for position here. Makarov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Makarov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (2) Makarov#T9#
Lo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lo keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov passes Lo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lo is refusing to be controlled, as Makarov sits in half guard.
Makarov tries to pass to full mount but Lo defends it. #T10##SUB2#
Makarov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lo is just riding it out for now. Makarov eventually gives up the hold.
Lo tries to roll over but Makarov keeps him under control.
Lo trying to control but Makarov postures up.
#T11#
Makarov controlling the action here.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Lo is defending well.
Makarov is thwarting Lo's attempts to control the position.#T12#
Lo gets back to full guard.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov passes Lo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T13#
Lo is pressing down on Makarov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Makarov won't allow Lo to sweep him here.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Lo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Makarov keeps trying to improve his position.#T14#
Lo keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Lo controlling Makarov's posture.
Makarov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Makarov gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Makarov wins on points by 3 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 27 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, William Gold and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Makarov 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Pripyat
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pripyat is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Pripyat is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Makarov defends well.#SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Pripyat pushes a forearm under Makarov's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Makarov is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Karelin Pripyat! |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 2
Date: Sep 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Sergey Telegin!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Matheus Silva and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Makarov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Makarov (4) vs (0) Telegin#SUB#
Makarov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Makarov tries for a kimura but Telegin is defending well.
Makarov trying to control the action but Telegin is working from the bottom.
Telegin can't do much from the bottom here.
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Telegin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Telegin gets back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Telegin is trying to keep Makarov in close.
#SUB2#
Makarov is sitting in close to Telegin's body. Telegin has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Makarov is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Makarov is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Telegin.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sergey Telegin!
Sergey Telegin really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Neon Zombie logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
SYN 866 Al Din vs. Whymer 3
Date: Jan 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Torvik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Makarov.
Makarov goes for a double leg but Torvik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Torvik continues to drive forward.
Makarov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Torvik cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Torvik has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Torcida MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Sven Torvik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
Makarov dives in and grabs Torvik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Torvik pushes down on Makarov's head and hops out.
Makarov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Torvik is looking for a counter combo.
Makarov ducks right into an uppercut from Torvik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov has his takedown stuffed
and Torvik counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Torvik lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
Makarov has a takedown stuffed.
Makarov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Makarov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Torvik swivels and escapes.
Torvik is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Makarov shoots and misses
and Torvik counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Makarov thinking.
Makarov looks winded!
Torvik lands a jab to Makarov's midsection.
Makarov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Torvik misses with a hook. Makarov ducked under it nicely.
Torvik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Makarov.
Makarov tries to clinch but Torvik moves away
and Torvik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Torvik comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Torvik jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Makarov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Makarov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Makarov has a takedown stuffed.
Sven Torvik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makarov defending well as Torvik loads up on a big left hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Torvik. That's going to slow Makarov down.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Torvik.
Nice takedown defense from Torvik. No joy for Makarov on that attempt.
Makarov fails with the takedown.
Makarov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Torvik's waist but Torvik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Makarov off to one side.
Makarov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Torvik counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Torvik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Makarov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Makarov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Makarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Torvik counters with a leg kick.
A big right from Torvik misses.
Torvik throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Makarov counters with a single leg into guard. Torvik didn't expect that. #ES#
Torvik kicks Makarov off and gets to his feet.
Makarov slips under a jab from Torvik.
Makarov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Torvik.
Torvik is looking to slow Makarov down with leg kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Makarov staying out of range there.#T4#
Torvik throws the left hand but Makarov avoids the punch easily.
Makarov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Torvik to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Makarov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Torvik!
Torvik is looking to regain half guard here but Makarov keeps moving and retains side control.
Makarov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Makarov scoring with punches from side control.
Makarov prevents Torvik from escaping the position.
Makarov working away.
Makarov landing a few strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sven Torvik dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Makarov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Torvik's waist but Torvik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Makarov off to one side.
Sven Torvik is winning the standup battle so far.
Torvik scores with a shot to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Makarov or perhaps it was just good defense by Torvik, which made it look bad.
Torvik lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Makarov at a distance.
Makarov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Torvik cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sven Torvik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #KD#
Torvik lands a big right hand that sends Makarov crashing to the mat! Torvik stays standing though and waves Makarov back to his feet!#ROC#Makarov is rocked!
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!
Makarov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Torvik's waist but Torvik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Makarov off to one side.
It looked like Torvik wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Makarov is breathing heavily.#KD#
Torvik lands a big right hand that sends Makarov crashing to the mat! Torvik stays standing though and waves Makarov back to his feet!
Makarov is still on wobbly legs! Can Torvik finish him?#T1#
Makarov shoots in for a takedown but Torvik shows good takedown defense.
Torvik scores with a hook to the body. Makarov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Makarov seems to have recovered his senses.
Torvik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #KD#
Torvik feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Makarov sprawling to the canvas! Makarov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Torvik finish him?!
Makarov walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Torvik swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Sven Torvik!
Sven Torvik spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SYN 856 Bathory vs. Ho Joy
Date: Dec 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Makarov lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD#
Makarov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Pearson sprawls well initially but Makarov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Makarov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Makarov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pearson tries to get to full guard but Makarov has control of the leg.
Makarov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Pearson is having none of it.
Pearson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Makarov.
Pearson wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Makarov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pearson is looking to control Makarov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pearson avoid being mounted?
Makarov thows a huge punch but Pearson dodges it nicely.
#T1#
Makarov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Makarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Makarov misses with a head shot. Pearson uses the momentum to regain guard.
Pearson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Makarov.
Makarov works over Pearson with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Pearson has wrist control.
Pearson doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Pearson is controlling Makarov's posture.
Pearson wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Makarov connects with a couple of short punches.
Makarov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Makarov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pearson's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Makarov throwing strikes but missing.
Makarov works over Pearson with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov connects with a couple of short punches.
Makarov trying to control but Pearson is working from the bottom.
Pearson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Makarov throwing strikes but missing.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but Pearson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov has a closed guard, preventing Pearson from standing up. #T3##SUB#
Makarov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Makarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Pearson from controlling successfully.
Pearson distracts Makarov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Makarov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pearson defends it easily.
Pearson tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Pearson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Makarov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pearson has managed to get both his arms back between Makarov's legs - danger averted.
Makarov has momentary wrist control but Pearson slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pearson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pearson works over Makarov with some ground and pound from guard.
Pearson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Makarov controls Pearson momentarily but Pearson frees himself.
Makarov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Makarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov keeping full guard, as Pearson tries to pass. #SUB#
Pearson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Pearson from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov 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#
Makarov lands with a hook. Pearson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Makarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pearson can do to turn this around?
Makarov closes the distance and clinches up with Pearson, looking for a takedown. Makarov pushes Pearson against the cage but Pearson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pearson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Pearson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pearson wants it to stay on the feet.
Pearson thuds his right hand into Makarov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Makarov here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Pearson looks to land a left hand but Makarov moved out of range nicely.
Makarov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Pearson looks to throw the jab but Makarov is out of range.
Pearson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Makarov loads up on a big right hand but Pearson slips the punch.
Pearson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Pearson sprawls well. Pearson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Makarov gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Makarov dodges the punch combination from Pearson.
#T1#
Pearson misses with a body punch
and Makarov counters with a left and a right that stings Pearson.
Makarov shoots and misses
and Pearson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Makarov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Makarov.
Pearson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Makarov with a poor takedown
and Pearson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Makarov has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Pearson counters with a crisp one two that drops Makarov! Pearson thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Makarov to his feet! Makarov is in big trouble!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makarov shoots for a takedown but Pearson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Makarov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pearson pinned against the cage. Pearson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Makarov looks for a takedown but Pearson sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Pearson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pearson misses with a head kick.
Pearson throws a leg kick but Makarov checks it.
Makarov fails with a takedown attempt.
Makarov shoots in looking for a takedown. Pearson tries to sprawl out of it but Makarov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pearson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Makarov shoots for a double leg takedown but Pearson sprawls well. He's pushed Makarov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Pearson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T3#
Makarov shoots in and drives through. Pearson sprawls well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pearson! But no joy.
Makarov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pearson.
A little feinted left hand from Makarov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pearson misses the jab.
Makarov fails with a takedown attempt.
Pearson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Makarovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Norman Pearson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pearson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Makarov misses with a takedown attempt
and Pearson counters with a straight right hand.
Makarov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Makarov slips a straight right by Pearson.
Makarov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Norman Pearson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Makarov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pearson's waist but Pearson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Makarov off to one side. #T4#
Makarov moves out of range as Pearson strikes.
Makarov has a takedown stuffed.
A slow jab from Pearson misses its intended target.
Pearson misses the jab.
Makarov fails with a takedown attempt.
Makarov shoots for a double leg takedown but Pearson sprawls well. He's pushed Makarov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makarov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#KD2#
Pearson lands a big uppercut and Makarov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Makarov looks OK. Pearson waves Makarov back to his feet!#ROC2#Makarov is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Norman Pearson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
That's time! Makarov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Makarov closes the distance and clinches up with Pearson, looking for a takedown. Makarov pushes Pearson against the cage but Pearson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Pearson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Makarov misses with a kick to the body.
Pearson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Makarov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Pearson counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Makarov has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Norman Pearson!
An out of breath Norman Pearson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SYN 849 Whymer vs. Dionisy
Date: Nov 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Makarov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Makarov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Saric prevents a takedown attempt there.
Makarov keeps control of Saric as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Saric has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Saric looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Saric is trying to break free.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Saric is trying to break free.#TD2#
Makarov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Saric can't fight it off and eventually Makarov manages to take the fight to the floor. Saric looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Saric wants to stand but Makarov is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Saric being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Makarov prevents Saric from getting back to his feet.
Saric trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Saric utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Saric utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Makarov stops Saric from standing up.
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Makarov working some strikes from top position.
Makarov cracks Saric with a solid left hand.#T2#
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Saric is retaining full guard.
Makarov works over Saric with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Saric wants to get back to his feet but Makarov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Saric utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Makarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Saric is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Saric is looking to stand up but Makarov isn't so interested in that idea.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Makarov throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Saric works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Makarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Saric keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Makarov misses with a takedown attempt - Saric sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Zdravko Saric has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
Saric lets loose with a powerful body kick. Makarov will feel that in the morning.#T4#
Saric misses the jab.
Makarov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.#TD2#
Saric gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Makarov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Makarov connects with a couple of short punches.
Saric is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov being controlled here momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov'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.#R2#
Saric looks to score with a jab to the body but Makarov is just out of range.#TD2#
Makarov drives through with a takedown into Saric's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saric wants to stand up but Makarov is controlling him.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Saric avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Saric has control of Makarov's left arm, preventing Makarov from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Makarov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Makarov with a nice head shot there.
Makarov prevents Saric from getting back to his feet.
Saric working a defensive guard here.
Makarov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Makarov lands a couple of elbows.
Makarov works over Saric with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Saric has wrist control.
Makarov postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Makarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Saric is looking to stand up but Makarov isn't so interested in that idea.
Makarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Makarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Makarov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Makarov scoring with some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Makarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Makarov with a nice head shot there.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Makarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses.
Makarov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Makarov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Makarov throwing strikes from guard but Saric blocks nicely.
Makarov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Makarov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Saric is not content to let Makarov control the position.
Sergey Makarov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Makarov misses with the ground and pound.#T4##SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Saric has escaped the position, nice work there.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Makarov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
An elbow from Makarov crashes against the mat.
Makarov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Makarov cracks Saric with a big right hand but Saric just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Saric managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Makarov.
Makarov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Makarov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Saric down.
#SUB2#
Makarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Saric is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Makarov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Makarov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Saric did well to prevent Makarov getting side control.
Makarov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Makarov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Saric with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Saric is trying to control but can't.
Makarov is trying to control. Saric wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Makarov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Makarov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Saric's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Saric is working away.
Makarov thows a huge punch but Saric dodges it nicely.
#T1#
Ground and pound from Makarov.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Saric is working away.
Saric avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Makarov.
Makarov drops an elbow to the side of Saric's head.
Makarov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Makarov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Saric defending well though.
Makarov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Saric avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Makarov.
Saric avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Makarov.
Makarov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Makarov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
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. Makarov connects with a nice short shot to Saric's temple.
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. Makarov connects with a nice short shot to Saric's temple.
Makarov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Makarov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Makarov wants to work for an arm triangle but Saric is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Makarov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Saric's head.
Makarov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Saric is working away.
Makarov working over Saric with some ground and pound. Saric looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Ground and pound from Makarov.
Sergey Makarov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Saric blocking the ground and pound attempt from Makarov.
Makarov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Saric does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Makarov controlling the action here.
Saric keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Saric wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Makarov seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Saric is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Zdravko Saric was interviewed post fight and said 'Jesus, what the fuck'. |
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Event:
SYN 838 Maluga vs. Sparxx
Date: Oct 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Da Oxlade misses with a hook
and Makarov counters with a nice body shot.
Makarov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Makarov duly obliges. #CUT#It looks like Mawi Da Oxlade has been cut.
Makarov shoots in but Da Oxlade avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Da Oxlade throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Makarov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Makarov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Da Oxlade eats them both and turns towards Makarov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Da Oxlade slips a jab and a cross from Makarov.
Da Oxlade on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Da Oxlade ducks right into an uppercut from Makarov.
Da Oxlade thows a left - swing and a miss!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Da Oxlade.
Da Oxlade throws a body punch but Makarov moves out of range. #T1#
A jab from Da Oxlade misses.
Da Oxlade throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Da Oxlade takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Makarov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Da Oxlade tries to avoid it but Makarov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Da Oxlade to the ground. Da Oxlade escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Makarov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Makarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Makarov throws a big counter combination but Da Oxlade scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A swing and a miss from Makarov.
Makarov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Da Oxlade's head.
Da Oxlade stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Makarov connects with a high kick.
Mawi Da Oxlade is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Makarov lands a nice knee to the body.
Makarov lands a hook that snaps the head of Da Oxlade backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Makarov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Da Oxlade backwards.
Da Oxlade lands with a left to the head.
Da Oxlade throws a head punch that misses.
Makarov is working for takedown but Da Oxlade is calmly controlling the position for now.
Makarov misses with a knee strike.
Da Oxlade lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Da Oxlade.
Da Oxlade misses with a hook from the clinch.
Makarov looking to throw knees to the head but Da Oxlade is blocking nicely.
A short body shot lands from Da Oxlade as the two fighters clinch.
Makarov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Da Oxlade blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch on the inside from Da Oxlade fails to land.
Makarov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Da Oxlade throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Makarov is breathing heavily.
Da Oxlade on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T3##BC2#
Da Oxlade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Da Oxlade throws a hook to the side of Makarov's head but Makarov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Da Oxlade lands with a kick to the temple. Makarov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Da Oxlade does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Makarov with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Da Oxlade counters with a crisp right hand that drops Makarov! Da Oxlade lets Makarov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Makarov is rocked!
Da Oxlade weaves into range and cracks Makarov right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Makarov goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Da Oxlade is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mawi Da Oxlade!
After winning the bout, Mawi Da Oxlade thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SYN 828 Crosby vs. Arundel
Date: Aug 29, 2021 |
#R1#
A jab from Makarov misses.
Aorigele looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Good leg kick by Makarov.
Makarov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aorigele sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Makarov gets a double leg takedown into Aorigele's guard.
Makarov won't allow Aorigele to sweep him here.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Aorigele works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Aorigele looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Aorigele is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov throwing strikes from guard but Aorigele blocks nicely.
Aorigele 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#
Makarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makarov is trying to control but Aorigele manages to pass to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Makarov tries to reverse the position but Aorigele maintains control.#SU#
Aorigele stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet. #CL#
Aorigele moves into the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Makarov.
Aorigele avoids a wild elbow strike from Makarov.
Makarov wants to take the fight to the mat but Aorigele manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Makarov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Makarov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#TD2#
Makarov tightens his grip and picks Aorigele up, before dumping him to the ground. Aorigele manages to land in guard.
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Aorigele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov postures up.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Makarov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Aorigele pulls Makarov in close to his closed guard and prevents Makarov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Makarov postures up in Aorigele's guard and throws a big left but Aorigele blocks it. #T2#
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Aorigele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aorigele looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Makarov distracts Aorigele with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Aorigele wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Makarov postures up.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Makarov 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.
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov is fighting to break Aorigele's control of his arms but Aorigele is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Makarov preventing the sweep.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Aorigele has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Makarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aorigele has control of Makarov's left arm, preventing Makarov from doing any damage. #ES#
Aorigele has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Makarov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Makarov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Aorigele.
Makarov prevents a body shot from Aorigele.
Aorigele struggles to land a body shot inside as Makarov controls his hands.
Aorigele takes a knee to the side of the body.
Aorigele misses with a hook to the ribs.
Makarov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Aorigele's face.
#CUT2#It looks like Panda Aorigele has been cut.
Aorigele misses with a body punch.
Aorigele can't find room to land a body shot as Makarov controls the action.
Aorigele prevents the takedown attempt.
Makarov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Aorigele.
#T4##BC#
Aorigele breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Makarov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in 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!
Makarov thows a huge punch but Aorigele dodges it nicely.
Aorigele is trying to control but can't.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Aorigele is concentrating on defense, preventing Makarov from advancing position.
Makarov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Aorigele avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Makarov.
Aorigele taking some punishment here, with Makarov in his half guard.
Makarov prevents Aorigele from improving his position.
Makarov throwing shots but Aorigele is blocking nicely.
Aorigele is staying active underneath Makarov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Makarov prevents Aorigele from improving his position.
Aorigele wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Makarov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Aorigele!
Makarov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Aorigele tries to hold on but Makarov pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Panda Aorigele'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.#R2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Makarov. That's going to slow Aorigele down. #CL#
Aorigele closes the distance and clinches.
Makarov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Aorigele.
Aorigele misses with a punch on the inside.
Makarov tries to land knees in the clinch but Aorigele avoids the damage to the body.
Aorigele wants to stall.
Makarov missing with knees to the body.
Aorigele goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aorigele lands a right hand.
Aorigele misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aorigele digs a right hand into Makarov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Makarov's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Aorigele blocks it with crossed arms.
Makarov wants a takedown.
Makarov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Aorigele cracks Makarov with a nice body shot.
Aorigele softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Makarov misses with a knee to the head. #T1#
Makarov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Aorigele is defending well for now.
Aorigele slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Aorigele breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Aorigele closes the distance and clinches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Makarov missing with knees to the body.
Panda Aorigele has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Aorigele lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Aorigele misses with a punch to the body.
A short body shot lands from Aorigele as the two fighters clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Makarov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Aorigele has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Aorigele goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aorigele is looking to control Makarov's arms but Makarov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Aorigele has his back to the cage.
Makarov working Aorigele over with knees to the body.#BC#
Aorigele escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Aorigele throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Aorigele lands with a cross.
Makarov misses with a series of wild punches.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makarov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Aorigele leaves Makarov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Aorigele tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Panda Aorigele has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
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!
Makarov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.#T3#
Aorigele ducks under a wild hook from Makarov.
Aorigele avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Makarov scores with a jab.
Aorigele stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Aorigele wants it to stay on the feet.
Makarov moves out of range as Aorigele strikes.
Makarov blocks a jab.
Makarov ducks right into an uppercut from Aorigele.
Makarov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Aorigele looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Aorigele clinches with his opponent.
#T4#
Aorigele is trying to break the clinch but Makarov has him pressed against the cage.
Makarov throws a punch but it's blocked by Aorigele.
Makarov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Makarov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Makarov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Aorigele gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Makarov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Aorigele is keeping busy.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Aorigele throws a punch but it's blocked by Makarov.
Makarov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Aorigele is defending well for now.
Makarov is working for takedown but Aorigele is calmly controlling the position for now.
Makarov is looking to control Aorigele's arms but Aorigele gets an underhook and turns him. Now Makarov has his back to the cage.
Aorigele tries a body shot but Makarov blocks it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aorigele letting Makarov take a breather here.
Aorigele lands a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Panda Aorigele dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Makarov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#TD2#
Aorigele gets caught napping as Makarov dives in and scores a takedown. Aorigele manages to retain guard.
Aorigele pushes Makarov off and gets back to his feet.
Panda Aorigele is winning the standup battle so far.
Makarov lands with a right hand.
Makarov dives in for a single leg takedown but Aorigele sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Makarov throws a hook but Aorigele blocks it.
Makarov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Aorigele was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Makarov lands with a kick to the temple. Aorigele shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Makarov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Makarov throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Aorigele on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Makarov misses with a straight left.
Aorigele throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Makarov.
Makarov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Makarov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Aorigele napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Aorigele manages to get back to half guard.
Sergey Makarov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aorigele on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Aorigele is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aorigele has his hands clasped together around Makarov's back. He's all about the action.
Makarov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T2#
Makarov prevents Aorigele from improving his position.
Aorigele makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Aorigele.
Aorigele wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Makarov postures up in Aorigele's guard and throws a big left but Aorigele blocks it.
Makarov with a nice head shot there.
Aorigele has his hands on Makarov's head, controlling the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov throwing strikes from guard but Aorigele blocks nicely.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Aorigele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
Aorigele looking for a sweep. Not yet Aorigele, not yet.
Makarov is working Aorigele over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Aorigele has Makarov pulled in close to control his posture.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Makarov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Aorigele has wrist control.
Makarov looking to pass the guard. #ES#
Aorigele scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Makarov throws a nice head kick!
Aorigele throws a nice looking combination but Makarov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4#
Makarov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aorigele's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Makarov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Aorigele scrambles back to his feet.
Makarov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aorigele throws out the jab.
Makarov darts in trying to clinch
and Aorigele counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aorigele throws a hook to the side of Makarov's head but Makarov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Makarov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aorigele throwing a counter right hand but Makarov manages to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergey Makarov.
I think Makarov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
PFC 277 Rain vs Inarritu
Date: Jul 04, 2021 |
#R1#
A slapping body kick lands there for McGuire.
McGuire scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Makarov doesn't seem bothered though.
Makarov looks winded!
McGuire throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
McGuire jabs Makarov right on the nose. Makarov blinks but takes it well.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
McGuire connects with an inside leg kick.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Makarov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Makarov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McGuire defends it well.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Makarov. That did some damage!
McGuire staying out of range there.
McGuire misses with a low kick.#TD2#
McGuire gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Makarov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Makarov has gone for a leg lock! McGuire slips out almost immediately though and dives into Makarov's guard.#REVR##T1#
Makarov has a closed guard, preventing McGuire from standing up.
McGuire won't allow Makarov to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McGuire passes into half guard.
McGuire tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions off his back.
Makarov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Makarov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for submissions off his back.
Makarov wants to control but McGuire is keeping busy.
#T3#
Makarov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SU#
McGuire decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Makarov tries to score a power double leg takedown but McGuire sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Makarov somewhat.
McGuire throws a front kick aimed at Makarov's knee but Makarov avoids it well.
McGuire finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Makarov.
McGuire digs a good body shot into Makarov's ribs.#T4##KD#
Oooooh!!! McGuire has knocked Makarov down with a huge combo! McGuire steps away and waves a wobbly Makarov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Makarov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#KD#
McGuire cracks Makarov with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. McGuire has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Makarov to stand back up!
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Makarov down.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD2#
McGuire gets caught flat footed, as Makarov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McGuire works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Makarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Makarov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McGuire swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Makarov wants to control from the top but McGuire keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bryer McGuire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
McGuire moves out of range as Makarov throws a body kick.
Makarov checks the leg kick.#KD#
McGuire lands a big uppercut and Makarov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Makarov looks OK. McGuire waves Makarov back to his feet!#ROC#Makarov is rocked!
Makarov throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
Makarov is still on wobbly legs! Can McGuire finish him?
McGuire throws a head kick but Makarov moves out of range.
McGuire throws a jab but it's blocked by Makarov.
Makarov throws a fast counter high kick but McGuire manages to duck under it in time.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. McGuire engages and cracks Makarov with a massive lead left hook - Makarov tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! McGuire is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bryer McGuire!
Bryer McGuire thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
PFC 268 Blazkov vs Lach
Date: May 23, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Makarov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Inarritu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Makarov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Inarritu fails to land.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Makarov looking to throw knees to the head but Inarritu is blocking nicely.
Makarov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Inarritu.
Inarritu is trying to break free.
Makarov tries a knee to the head but Inarritu blocks it.
Inarritu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Inarritu lands a nice uppercut.
Inarritu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Makarov blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Inarritu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Makarov tries to clinch
and Inarritu counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Makarov misses with a left hand
and Inarritu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Inarritu takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Inarritu has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Inarritu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T1#
Inarritu throws the kick towards the body but Makarov avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Makarov misses the target.
Inarritu lands with a hook. Makarov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL#
Makarov has Inarritu up against the cage in a clinch.
Inarritu pushes Makarov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Inarritu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Makarov backwards.
Makarov has a couple of punches blocked by Inarritu.
Makarov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Inarritu avoids it.
Still in the clinch, Inarritu scores with a nice short uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Inarritu.
Makarov is breathing heavily.
Inarritu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Inarritu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Still in the clinch, Inarritu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Inarritu pushes Makarov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Inarritu scores with a shoulder strike.
Inarritu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Inarritu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T2#
Inarritu throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Inarritu lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makarov checks the leg kick.
Makarov connects with a body shot that sends Inarritu's belly button to the back.
Inarritu misses with a hook
and Makarov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Inarritu's knee momentarily.
Makarov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Inarritu defends well and Makarov ends up having to push Inarritu into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Inarritu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Inarritu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Inarritu.
Inarritu managing to block the knees to the body from Makarov.
#BC2#
Inarritu breaks the clinch.
Makarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Inarritu counters with a left to the body.
Inarritu connects with a nice looking jab.
#T3#
Inarritu fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Makarov is out of range.
Makarov has been working on his balance at St Petersburg MMA Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Inarritu.#CL#
Makarov instigates a clinch.
Makarov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Inarritu throws a punch but it's blocked by Makarov.
Inarritu lands with a right to the head.
Inarritu is pressed up against the cage. Makarov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Inarritu down to the mat. Inarritu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Makarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Makarov moves out of range of the strikes.
Makarov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Inarritu connects with a looping right hand.
Inarritu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Makarov.
Inarritu throws a body punch but Makarov moves out of range.
Inarritu looks to score with a jab to the body but Makarov is just out of range.
Makarov defending well as Inarritu loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Makarov throws a shot from downtown. Inarritu moves away and avoids it.
Inarritu cracks Makarov with an open hand slap.
Inarritu throws a big shot that misses.
Inarritu misses with a body punch
and Makarov counters with a thumping low kick.
Makarov slips under a jab from Inarritu.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makarov throws an overhand right that lands on Inarritu's shoulder, as Inarritu tries to avoid the shot.
Makarov is looking to slow Inarritu down with leg kicks.
Inarritu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Inarritu lands with a kick to the temple. Makarov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Makarov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Inarritu misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Felix Inarritu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
That's time! Makarov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Makarov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Makarov blocks a low kick nicely.
Inarritu throws a body shot but no joy.
Makarov throwing a counter right hand but Inarritu manages to avoid it.#CL#
Inarritu gets tackled into the cage by Makarov. Makarov maintains the clinch.
Makarov blocking some punches.
Inarritu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Inarritu managing to block the knees to the body from Makarov.
Makarov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Inarritu blocks it with crossed arms.
Inarritu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Makarov tries to land knees in the clinch but Inarritu avoids the damage to the body.
Inarritu lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov misses with some punches.
Inarritu wants to get back to striking at distance but Makarov won't allow it.
Inarritu is pressed up against the cage. Makarov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Inarritu down to the mat. Inarritu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Inarritu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Makarov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Makarov blocks the body kick.
#T1#
Inarritu leaves Makarov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Makarov tries to land a front kick but Inarritu steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little jabbing left from Inarritu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Felix Inarritu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Inarritu looks for the body kick but Makarov saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Inarritu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Makarov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Makarov is looking to clinch but Inarritu is avoiding it.
A punch lands to the side of Inarritu 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Makarov looks to land a left hand but Inarritu moved out of range nicely.
Makarov shoots in for a double leg but Inarritu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Inarritu only half commits to the counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Inarritu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Makarov.
Inarritu ducks under a wild hook from Makarov.
Inarritu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Makarov tries to clinch but Inarritu is having none of it.
Inarritu was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Inarritu throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
It looked like Makarov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice body punch from Makarov.
Inarritu moves out of range of the leg kick from Makarov.
Makarov throws a leg kick
and Inarritu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Makarov scores with a takedown into Inarritu's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Inarritu pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Makarov throws an elbow that misses. Inarritu uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Makarov's guard. Nice move by Inarritu!#REVB#
Inarritu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Makarov is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Inarritu is one step ahead there.
Inarritu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Inarritu being controlled here momentarily.
Inarritu preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Makarov looking for subs off his back but Inarritu has passed one foot through into half guard.
Inarritu passes into side control, despite Makarov's attempt to control the position.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Inarritu content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Inarritu trying to control the action but Makarov is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Makarov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Felix Inarritu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Makarov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Inarritu throws out the jab.
Inarritu works Makarov's body with a nice hook.
Makarov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Makarov.
A little jabbing left from Inarritu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Inarritu lands a slapping body shot.
Inarritu throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Makarov on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov walks into a left hand.
Inarritu just misses with a punch to the body.
#KD2#
Inarritu cracks Makarov with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Inarritu has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Makarov to stand back up!#ROC2#Makarov is rocked!#T1#
Makarov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Oh Makarov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Inarritu dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Makarov. That did some damage!
Makarov seems to have got his legs back now.
Inarritu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Makarov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Inarritu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Inarritu misses with a hook. Makarov ducked under it nicely.
Inarritu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Makarov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Makarov slips under a jab from Inarritu.
Inarritu bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Makarov's head backwards.
Makarov blocks a jab.
Inarritu avoids the head kick by Makarov.
Makarov throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Inarritu makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Makarov really felt that one!
Inarritu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Makarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Inarritu throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Makarov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
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!
Makarov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Inarritu throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
Makarov moves out of range as Inarritu strikes.
Inarritu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Makarov manages to avoid it.
Makarov tries to counter with a takedown but Inarritu is quick to defend against it.
Sergey Makarov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A low kick from Inarritu is predictable there
and Makarov counters with a two punch combo.
Makarov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Inarritu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Inarritu scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Makarov doesn't seem bothered though.
Makarov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Inarritu tries to land a front kick but Makarov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Makarov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Makarov tries to counter with a takedown but Inarritu is quick to defend against it.
A telegraphed right hand from Inarritu misses the target.
Makarov throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Nice straight punches there by Inarritu. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Inarritu.
Inarritu checks a low kick from Makarov.
Inarritu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Inarritu circles away from the clinch attempt.
#KD2#
Inarritu lands a big head kick that sends Makarov tumbling to the mat! Inarritu takes a step backwards and waves Makarov back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov slips a straight right by Inarritu.
Makarov feints a jab promting Inarritu to slip. Makarov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Inarritu slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Inarritu motions for Makarov to come forward. Inarritu throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Inarritu misses the body punch
letting Makarov counter with a right hand.
Makarov tries a head kick but it misses.
Felix Inarritu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Inarritu misses with a lunging right hand
and Makarov counters with a nice body kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Inarritu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Inarritu 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Inarritu!
A relieved looking Felix Inarritu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
PFC 263 Caunt vs Finn
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Aorigele takes a jab right on the kisser.
Makarov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Aorigele lands a nice looking body shot.
Aorigele blocks a jab.
Makarov with a poor takedown #KD2#
and Aorigele counters with a crisp right hand that drops Makarov! Aorigele lets Makarov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aorigele checks a leg kick.
Aorigele swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Aorigele misses with an uppercut. Makarov saw that one coming.
Makarov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Aorigele. No joy for Makarov on that attempt.
Aorigele throws a right hand that Makarov ducks under and follows up with a left that Makarov also avoids with ease.
Makarov misses with a hook. Aorigele ducked under it nicely.
Aorigele now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD#
Makarov shoots in and gets a takedown into Aorigele's guard.
Makarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Makarov forces his way into half guard.
Aorigele preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Aorigele wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
#T1#
Makarov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Aorigele's head.
Makarov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aorigele is controlling Makarov's trapped leg to prevent Makarov from advancing to side control.
Aorigele's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Aorigele trying to control but Makarov postures up.
#SUB#
Makarov seems to be looking for submissions.
Aorigele controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Makarov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Aorigele keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Makarov is taking a breather. Aorigele 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.
Aorigele trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Makarov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Aorigele does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Aorigele gets back to full guard.
Makarov connects with a couple of short punches.
Aorigele keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Aorigele is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Makarov postures up.
Makarov lands a couple of elbows.
Makarov being controlled here momentarily.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Aorigele has wrist control.
Makarov trying to control but Aorigele is working from the bottom.
Makarov chips away with some ground and pound.
Makarov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Makarov postures up.
Makarov preventing the sweep. #T3#
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Aorigele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov works over Aorigele with some ground and pound from guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aorigele keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Aorigele.
Aorigele wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Aorigele looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Makarov is in close to Aorigele's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Makarov won't allow Aorigele to get back to his feet.
Makarov scoring with some ground and pound.
Makarov prevents Aorigele from getting back to his feet.
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aorigele is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Aorigele wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Makarov lands a couple of elbows.
Aorigele working a defensive guard here.
Aorigele preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Makarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Aorigele preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Aorigele working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Makarov.
Aorigele is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Aorigele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov is in close to Aorigele's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aorigele wants to sweep but no luck.
Aorigele utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aorigele is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sergey Makarov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov'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.#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Makarov. #SUB#
Makarov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Aorigele knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Makarov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Aorigele gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Makarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Makarov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Makarov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Aorigele is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Makarov lands a nice short elbow.
Makarov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Aorigele is doing well to control the position and prevent Makarov from advancing to side control.
Aorigele trying to hold on to Makarov's head to control him but Makarov postures up.
#T1##SUB#
Makarov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Aorigele sees it coming and defends easily.
Aorigele wants to get back to full guard.
Makarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aorigele can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Makarov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Aorigele doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Makarov. #SUB#
Makarov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Aorigele has managed to free his arm - good work.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but Aorigele defending well.
Aorigele gets full guard.
Sergey Makarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Makarov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aorigele is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Makarov being controlled here momentarily.
Aorigele tries to land a sweep but no joy.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Makarov here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Aorigele is adopting a defensive guard.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Aorigele keeps moving.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Aorigele looking to control.
Makarov throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Makarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Aorigele wants to stand up but Makarov is controlling him.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Aorigele pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Makarov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Aorigele pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Aorigele looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Aorigele controlling the position.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Aorigele has wrist control.
Aorigele tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Aorigele is keeping the position.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Makarov scoring with some ground and pound.
Aorigele wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Aorigele is adopting a defensive guard.
Aorigele is continuing to stall.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aorigele wants to sweep but no luck.
Makarov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Aorigele has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Makarov scores with a one two! Aorigele had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Makarov is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Aorigele takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Makarov throws a wild body kick that Aorigele sees coming a mile off.
Aorigele throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Makarov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Makarov lands a leg kick that knocks Aorigele off balance momentarily.
Makarov throws a jab but it's blocked by Aorigele.
Makarov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Aorigele defends well and Makarov ends up having to push Aorigele into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Makarov blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#It looks like Panda Aorigele has been cut.
Makarov trying to control the position but instead, Aorigele has worked for underhooks and has pushed Makarov into the cage.
Makarov lands a good knee to the midsection. Aorigele won't want to take too many of those.
Makarov pushes off an throws an elbow but Aorigele leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T1#
Aorigele misses with a hook to the ribs.
Makarov is trying to maintain a safe position but Aorigele gets an underhook and turns Makarov into the cage.
Aorigele lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Makarov backwards.
Makarov wants a takedown but no success here.
Aorigele tries a body shot but Makarov blocks it.
Makarov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Aorigele gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aorigele tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aorigele has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Makarov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Aorigele can turn it around.
Aorigele tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aorigele cracks Makarov with a nice body shot.
Aorigele misses with the head strike.
Aorigele misses with a body punch.
Makarov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Makarov trying to land knees to the body.
Aorigele is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Makarov tries a body shot but Aorigele blocks it.
Makarov wants a takedown.
Makarov is trying to drag Aorigele to the mat but Aorigele just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Panda Aorigele has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Aorigele working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Makarov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Aorigele is defending well for now.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Aorigele.
Aorigele stalls.
Aorigele lands a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Aorigele - that landed with a thud.
Aorigele lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aorigele.
A nice left hand lands by Aorigele.
Aorigele lands with a short shot to the head.
Panda Aorigele seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Aorigele escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Aorigele throws a jab when Makarov was well out of range.
Makarov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aorigele paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Makarov throws a low kick but Aorigele avoids it.#T3#
Aorigele misses with a looping left.#TD#
Makarov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Sergey Makarov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Aorigele is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Aorigele manages to get to full guard.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Aorigele works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Aorigele.
Aorigele keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov stands up over Aorigele, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Aorigele is looking to stand up but Makarov isn't so interested in that idea.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Aorigele holds on and takes a little breather.
Aorigele looking for a sweep. Not yet Aorigele, not yet. #T4#
Aorigele trying to keep a closed guard but Makarov is proving a slippery customer.
Makarov scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Aorigele looking for a guillotine here but Makarov defends easily.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Makarov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Aorigele's head.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Aorigele works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Makarov postures up in Aorigele's guard and throws a big left but Aorigele blocks it.
Makarov cracks Aorigele with a solid left hand.
Aorigele wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Aorigele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aorigele working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Makarov.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Panda Aorigele.
I think Makarov 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sergey Makarov!
After winning the bout, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
PFC 259 Petrov vs Sitsongrit
Date: Apr 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Makarov lands a glancing blow to the side of Nao's head.
Nao keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nao wants to slow Makarov down by chopping away at his legs.
Nao lands a jab.#CL2#
Makarov closes the distance and clinches.
I was talking to Nao's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Makarov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Makarov trying to stall but Nao improves his position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Makarov.
Knees to the body from Makarov.
#TD2#
Makarov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Nao regains guard.
Makarov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Makarov stands and throws Nao's legs to the side, diving into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Makarov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Nao sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Nao struggling a bit here.
Makarov is putting a hurting on Nao here, landing some big shots from side control. #T1#
Makarov working the ground and pound from side control.
Makarov tries to score with some ground and pound. Nao controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
You can see the frustration on Nao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Makarov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nao's legs.
Nao tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Makarov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nao struggling a bit here.
Makarov working the body and head with strikes. #SUB2#
Makarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nao is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov working the ground and pound but Nao is defending the strikes. #T2#
Nao tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Makarov tries to score with some ground and pound. Nao controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Nao taking a bit of punishment here - Makarov scoring with strikes.
Makarov in side control, throwing shots but Nao defends.
Makarov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Makarov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Makarov trying to control the position but Nao is working away.
Nao is looking to regain half guard here but Makarov keeps moving and retains side control.
Makarov scoring with punches from side control.
Makarov cracks Nao with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB2#
Makarov has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Nao is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Makarov yanks on the arm and Nao is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Makarov.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Makarov!
In his post fight interview, Sergey Makarov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
PFC 252 Arundel vs McDonald
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Makarov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McGuire counters with a left to the body.
McGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Makarov manages to avoid it.
Makarov ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.#TD2#
Makarov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Makarov throws an elbow that misses. McGuire uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Makarov's guard. Nice move by McGuire!#REVR#
Makarov wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
McGuire gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
McGuire throws a shot from downtown. Makarov moves away and avoids it.
Makarov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McGuire finds it's way round the side to connect with Makarov's head.
McGuire takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1##TD2#
Makarov dives in and scores a takedown into McGuire's guard.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses.
Makarov trying to control but McGuire is working from the bottom.
Makarov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Makarov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but McGuire is avoiding damage well.
McGuire wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Makarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makarov trying to control the position but McGuire is working away.
Makarov wants to take a breather but McGuire manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Makarov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Makarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Makarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McGuire preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Makarov trying to control but McGuire is working from the bottom.
McGuire preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Makarov scoring with punches to the head and body.
McGuire has momentary wrist control but Makarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Makarov throwing strikes but missing.
Makarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Makarov throwing strikes but missing.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but McGuire gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Makarov is pulling down on McGuire's head. It's preventing any offense from McGuire, at least for the moment.#SU#
Makarov is working an open guard so McGuire takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T4##CL2#
McGuire tries to keep at a distance but Makarov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nice elbow from Makarov.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Makarov controls his hands.
Knees to the body from Makarov.
Makarov stalling in the clinch but McGuire improves position.
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
Makarov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McGuire avoids it.
McGuire looking to throw knees to the head but Makarov is blocking nicely.
McGuire utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Makarov tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov trying to land knees to the body.
Makarov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McGuire avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
McGuire on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Makarov just misses with a elbow thrown towards McGuire's brow.
Makarov lands a nice knee to the body.
Makarov takes a shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Sergey Makarov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.
Makarov shoots for a takedown but McGuire saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McGuire throws a right and a left that Makarov avoids nicely.
Makarov throws a looping overhand right but McGuire ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Makarov rushes McGuire and presses him up against the cage.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Makarov controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Makarov.
Makarov trying to land knees to the body.
Makarov tries to stall but McGuire uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
McGuire lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Makarov up against the cage.
Makarov missing with knees to the body.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Makarov is defending well for now.
McGuire lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
McGuire managing to block the knees to the body from Makarov.
McGuire lands a right hand that snaps the head of Makarov backwards.
McGuire trying to land knees to the body.
Makarov crunches a lovely knee into McGuire's ribcage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Makarov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McGuire is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Knees to the body from Makarov.
Makarov missing with knees to the body.
Makarov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McGuire pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bryer McGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
Makarov looking for a takedown.
Makarov tries for a takedown. No joy.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Makarov avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Makarov controls the action.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Makarov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McGuires head.
Makarov lands a nice knee to the body.
McGuire landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Makarov lands an elbow inside that McGuire shrugs off. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good body shot from McGuire.
Makarov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McGuire avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Makarov throws an elbow but it misses.
Makarov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McGuire's defenses.
McGuire looking to throw knees to the head but Makarov is blocking nicely.
McGuire tries to work over Makarov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Makarov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Makarov lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Makarov throws an elbow but misses.
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside.
Makarov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Makarov misses with an elbow strike.
A shot in the inside from Makarov.
McGuire stops a takedown attempt from Makarov.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Makarov's elbow.
Makarov blocks an uppercut.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Makarov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Nice body punch from McGuire - that landed with a thud.
Makarov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. McGuire seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Makarov can turn it around.
McGuire lands a shot to the body.
Makarov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Makarov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McGuire's defenses.
McGuire takes a knee to the side of the body.
Makarov is working for takedown but McGuire is calmly controlling the position for now.
Makarov gets through McGuire's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Makarov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McGuire working aggressively here.
McGuire blocks an elbow strike from Makarov.
Sergey Makarov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A right hand to the body from Makarov.
Makarov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGuire after a bit of a struggle.
Makarov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Makarov tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
McGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Makarov crunches a lovely knee into McGuire's ribcage.
McGuire using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Makarov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Makarov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Makarov.
McGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makarov misses with a punch on the inside.
Makarov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Makarov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McGuire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Makarov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGuire after a bit of a struggle.
Good body shot from McGuire.
McGuire working Makarov over with knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from McGuire.
McGuire scores a nice knee to the body.
McGuire lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Makarov or not.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McGuire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McGuire scores with a shot to the side of Makarov's head.
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 Bryer McGuire will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Makarov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Makarov misses with a straight left.
McGuire fires out a quick counter leg kick but Makarov just manages to avoid it.
A big right from McGuire misses.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Makarov checks the leg kick.
Makarov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McGuire throws a lazy right hand but Makarov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Makarov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGuire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov swings widly with a right hand
and McGuire counters with a nice low kick that buckles Makarov's knee momentarily.
Makarov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McGuire moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McGuire lands a nice shot that snaps Makarov's head back.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Makarov.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
McGuire bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Makarov throws a leg kick that is checked
and McGuire counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bryer McGuire is winning the standup battle so far.
McGuire staying out of range there.
Makarov tries to clinch up.
Makarov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McGuire checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McGuire is looking to slow Makarov down with leg kicks.
Bryer McGuire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Makarov shoots for a double leg takedown but McGuire sprawls well. He's pushed Makarov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Makarov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Makarov has closed the distance and engaged McGuire in a clinch.
#T2#
McGuire landing knees to the body.
McGuire unloads a knee to the mid-section.
McGuire lands a body shot.
Makarov wants to stall.
Knees in the clinch landing for McGuire.
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!
McGuire landing knees to the body.
McGuire misses with a knee to the head.
McGuire lands a left hand that snaps the head of Makarov backwards.
Makarov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Makarov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right from McGuire.
McGuire presses Makarov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McGuire putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Makarov in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
McGuire lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Makarov blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire working Makarov over with knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGuire.
McGuire unloads a knee to the mid-section. Makarov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
McGuire scores a nice knee to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. McGuire obliges.
Nice body punch from McGuire.
McGuire lands a shoulder strike.
McGuire throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Makarov takes a knee to the side of the body.
McGuire lands a right hand.
McGuire scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Makarov is defending well for now.
Makarov managing to block the knees to the body from McGuire.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Makarov as McGuire tries to tie him up.
McGuire managing to block the knees to the body from Makarov.
#T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGuire.
McGuire makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McGuire lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A body shot lands from McGuire.
McGuire lands a right hand that snaps the head of Makarov backwards.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Makarov can do to turn this around?
Makarov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuire.
McGuire scores with a knee to the head.
Makarov is trying to maintain a safe position but McGuire gets an underhook and turns Makarov into the cage.
McGuire gets underhooks to prevent Makarov's takedown attempt.
A short right from McGuire on the inside.
McGuire is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Nice body punch from McGuire - that landed with a thud.
McGuire avoiding damage.
McGuire lands an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bryer McGuire showed his dominance in that final round.
I think McGuire 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
PFC 248 Po vs Bapp
Date: Feb 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Makarov misses with a looping left.
Pearson throws a big counter head kick but Makarov avoids it with no problem.
Makarov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Makarov with a poor takedown
and Pearson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Pearson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Makarov tries for a takedown but Pearson circles away easily
and Pearson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Makarov with the inside leg kick. #CL#
Makarov rushes Pearson and presses him up against the cage.
Pearson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pearson content to slow the pace in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pearson lands a nice uppercut.
Our sources have told us that Makarov has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Pearson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Makarov or not.
Pearson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pearson tries to throw a body punch but Makarov avoids it by throwing Pearson back against the cage.
Pearson content to slow the pace in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pearson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Makarov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pearson avoids it.#T1#
Makarov tries to land knees in the clinch but Pearson avoids the damage to the body.
Pearson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Pearson.
Makarov is breathing heavily.
Pearson slows down the pace here.
#BC2#
Pearson breaks the clinch.
Pearson swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD#
and Makarov counters with a takedown into side control.
Pearson controls the position for a moment.
Makarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pearson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pearson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
Makarov is putting a hurting on Pearson here, landing some big shots from side control.
Check out the look on Makarov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
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!
Pearson sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Makarov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pearson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pearson tries to roll over but Makarov keeps him under control.
Makarov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Makarov is trying to control. Pearson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Makarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pearson wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Pearson is refusing to be controlled, as Makarov sits in half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Pearson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Makarov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Makarov throwing shots but Pearson is blocking nicely. #T3#
Pearson is looking to improve his position.
Pearson is trying to control but can't.
Makarov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pearson is concentrating on defense, preventing Makarov from advancing position.
Makarov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Makarov winds up and cracks Pearson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Pearson keeping hold of Makarov's head, controlling as best he can.
Makarov prevents Pearson from improving his position.
Pearson gets back to full guard.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pearson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Makarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pearson looking for a sweep. Not yet Pearson, not yet.
Pearson keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Pearson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Makarov.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Makarov passes Pearson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Makarov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Pearson is trying to get back to full guard.
Pearson moves into full guard.
Makarov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Makarov scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sergey Makarov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Makarov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Makarov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pearson moves away.
Makarov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pearson. Pearson obviously looking to wear him down.
Pearson keeps the fight on the outside.
Pearson stuffs the takedown attempt from Makarov. Makarov gets slowly back to his feet.
Makarov moves away from the strike by Pearson.
Makarov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pearson. That did some damage!
Makarov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pearson.
Makarov tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov scores with the left hand. Pearson knows he should have avoided that one.
Makarov shoots for a takedown but Pearson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Pearson moves out of range of the leg kick from Makarov.
Pearson misses with a straight left. #T1##CL#
Makarov gets a clinch.
Pearson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Makarov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pearson avoids it.
Pearson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pearson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pearson blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Pearson breaks from the clinch.
Pearson lands a nice shot to the body.
Pearson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pearson misses with a body shot.
Makarov scores with a jab.
Makarov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pearson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab from Makarov.
Makarov ducks under a wild hook from Pearson.
Makarov misses with a lunging right hand
and Pearson counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Pearson missing with a left hand there. Makarov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov misses with a takedown attempt
and Pearson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Makarov connects with the punch.
A head kick misses from Makarov.
Pearson throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Makarov stumbling backwards into the cage! Makarov bounces back off the cage towards Pearson, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Pearson lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Pearson celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). James Pearson!
Our winner, James Pearson, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
PFC 242 Gormsson vs Po II
Date: Jan 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Ragnarsson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT2#It looks like Bjorn Ragnarsson has been cut.
Makarov misses with a wild combination.
Makarov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Makarov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Makarov looks to move away, Ragnarsson throws a big counter combo but Makarov just gets out of the way.
Makarov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ragnarsson looks to land a combination but Makarov avoids it well.
Makarov flicks out a counter leg kick but Ragnarsson steps away.
Makarov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ragnarsson counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Sergey Makarov has been cut.
Ragnarsson misses with a few strikes there.
#TD2#
Ragnarsson gets caught napping as Makarov dives in and scores a takedown. Ragnarsson manages to retain 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!
Ragnarsson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up.
Makarov trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom. #T1#
Makarov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Makarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but Ragnarsson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Ragnarsson preventing the sweep.
Ragnarsson tries to free his leg and advance position but Makarov is retaining full guard.
Ragnarsson is pushing down on Makarov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Makarov is fighting to maintain full guard but Ragnarsson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Makarov tries to roll over but Ragnarsson keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Makarov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Ragnarsson passes into side control, despite Makarov's attempt to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position but Makarov is working away.
Makarov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ragnarsson off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Ragnarsson defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Makarov's arms.
Ragnarsson prevents Makarov from getting a body triangle.#T3#
Ragnarsson tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Makarov tightening his grip on Ragnarsson, looking for the choke.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Makarov keeps control of the position as Ragnarsson tries to break free.
Makarov is punishing Ragnarsson with strikes - can he finish him?!
Makarov lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson prevents Makarov from getting a body triangle.
Makarov throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #T4#
Can Ragnarsson hold on?! Makarov is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Ragnarsson wants to control his opponent's hands but Makarov gets his hands free.
Makarov scores with punches from the back.
Makarov trying to control momentarily.
Ragnarsson is trying to remain composed but Makarov is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Makarov softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Makarov. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Ragnarsson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Makarov's guard. Nice work there by Ragnarsson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Ragnarsson slips a jab from Makarov.
Makarov cracks Ragnarsson with an open hand slap.
Makarov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ragnarsson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Makarov is looking to slow Ragnarsson down with leg kicks.
Ragnarsson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Makarov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ragnarsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Makarov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ragnarsson is looking to counter punch.
The fighters circling - Makarov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ragnarsson is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov blocks a leg kick.
Makarov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ragnarsson staying out of range there.
Makarov misses with a body kick.
Ragnarsson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Makarov throws out a counter right but Ragnarsson avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Ragnarsson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ragnarsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Makarov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ragnarsson tries to avoid it but Makarov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ragnarsson to the ground. Ragnarsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Makarov looks to land a left hand but Ragnarsson moved out of range nicely.
Ragnarsson is looking to counter punch.
Good leg kick by Makarov.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Makarov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Good shot there by Makarov.
Ragnarsson misses with a hook. Makarov ducked under it nicely.
Makarov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ragnarsson circles away.
#TD2#
Makarov scores with a takedown into Ragnarsson's guard.
Ragnarsson keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Ragnarsson wants to sweep but no luck.
My spies in St Petersburg MMA Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Makarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Sergey Makarov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ragnarsson has his hands on Makarov's head, controlling the position.
Makarov connects with a couple of short punches.
Makarov works over Ragnarsson with some ground and pound from guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Makarov stands up over Ragnarsson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Makarov being controlled here momentarily.
Makarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3##SUB2#
Makarov drops back looking for a leg! Ragnarsson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ragnarsson manages to kick Makarov off! Makarov jumps back into Ragnarsson's guard.
Ragnarsson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov works over Ragnarsson with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ragnarsson has momentary wrist control but Makarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Makarov with a nice head shot there.
Makarov throws an elbow that misses. Ragnarsson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Makarov's guard. Nice move by Ragnarsson!#REVR#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Makarov is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ragnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ragnarsson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Makarov controls the pace.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Makarov is working Ragnarsson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Makarov distracts Ragnarsson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Makarov postures up and lands a big shot to Ragnarsson's brow.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ragnarsson controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Makarov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ragnarsson tries to avoid it but Makarov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ragnarsson to the ground. Ragnarsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ragnarsson cracks Makarov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Makarov misses with a low kick.
Sergey Makarov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ragnarsson misses with the combination.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makarov with a jab.
Makarov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ragnarsson's hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ragnarsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Makarov.
Ragnarsson is looking to counter punch.
Makarov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ragnarsson as he avoids it easily.
Ragnarsson throws a big counter combination but Makarov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Makarov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ragnarsson.#TD2#
Makarov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T1#
Makarov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ragnarsson to see if he's OK.
Makarov looks up at the clock and then as Ragnarsson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Makarov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ragnarsson is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Makarov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Makarov with the ground and pound but Ragnarsson regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Ragnarsson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Makarov.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Makarov in particular looking to stall.
Makarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makarov working Ragnarsson over with strikes.
Bjorn Ragnarsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ragnarsson wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ragnarsson to regain full guard.
Ragnarsson pulls Makarov in close to his closed guard and prevents Makarov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Makarov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ragnarsson wants to hit a sweep here but Makarov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ragnarsson there!
Makarov landing strikes from the mount.
Makarov lands a nice shot to the head. #SUB2#
Makarov goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ragnarsson is on top in guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Makarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ragnarsson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sergey Makarov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Makarov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ragnarsson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Makarov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson working Makarov over with strikes. #SUB#
Ragnarsson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Makarov sees it coming and defends easily.
Ragnarsson is trying to control. Makarov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Makarov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4##SUB2#
Makarov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ragnarsson defends it easily.
Ragnarsson looking to sit in guard and control but Makarov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Ragnarsson is trying to keep Makarov in close.
#SUB2#
Makarov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Ragnarsson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Makarov, into his guard. #REVR#
Ragnarsson throws a big right hand that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Makarov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Makarov 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Makarov!
A victorious Sergey Makarov 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:
PFC 233 Po vs Taus
Date: Dec 27, 2020 |
#R1#
Murhaa lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
Murhaa gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Murhaa lands a shoulder strike.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Murhaa prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right from Murhaa on the inside.
Makarov pushes Murhaa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Makarov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Murhaa has his hands clasped together around Makarov's back. He's all about the action.
Murhaa has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Makarov is working away from the top position though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Makarov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Murhaa defends it well.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Murhaa is having none of it.
Makarov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Murhaa's head.
Makarov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Murhaa wants to get back to full guard.
Murhaa works his way to full guard. Good work.
Murhaa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Murhaa is controlling Makarov's posture.
Murhaa's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Murhaa keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Murhaa seems keen to control Makarov's posture.
Let's hope that Murhaa 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.
Murhaa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Murhaa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Murhaa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Makarov works over Murhaa with some ground and pound from guard.
Murhaa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Makarov is fighting to break Murhaa's control of his arms but Murhaa is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Makarov with a nice head shot there.
Makarov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhaa avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Murhaa looking for a sweep. Not yet Murhaa, not yet.
Makarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Murhaa works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Makarov trying to control but Murhaa is working from the bottom.
Murhaa is controlling Makarov's posture.
Makarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Murhaa manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Makarov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Murhaa with a flurry of punches that miss.
Murhaa preventing the sweep.
Murhaa postures up and lands a big shot to Makarov's brow.
Murhaa scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Makarov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Murhaa landing with the ground and pound. #T4#
Makarov pulls Murhaa in to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Murhaa's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Makarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Murhaa gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet.
Murhaa landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but Murhaa defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murhaa working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sergey Makarov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Murhaa lands with a nice body punch. #CL2#
Murhaa has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Makarov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Makarov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Makarov shoots in for a takedown but Murhaa shows good takedown defense.
Murhaa digs a good hook to Makarov's body.
Makarov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Murhaa.
Murhaa throws a body punch but Makarov moves out of range.
A jab from Makarov misses.
Murhaa lands a jab to the nose.
Murhaa punishes Makarov's body with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhaa fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Murhaa looks to score with a jab to the body but Makarov is just out of range.
Makarov keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice defenses there by Murhaa.
Murhaa digs a good body shot into Makarov's ribs.
Murhaa misses with a straight right.
Makarov ducks under a wild hook from Murhaa.#T1#
Murhaa stuffs the takedown.
Makarov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Murhaa throws a big shot that misses.
Makarov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Murhaa throws a shot to the body.
Murhaa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Murhaa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Murhaa uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Makarov has time to react.
Murhaa takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Makarov is defended easily by Murhaa.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Makarov connects with a leg kick.
Murhaa throws out a loose jab but Makarov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Murhaa has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Makarov.#CL2#
Murhaa gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Murhaa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Makarovs head.
Murhaa misses with the head strike.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Makarov.
I was talking to Makarov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makarov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murhaa lands a hook that snaps the head of Makarov backwards.
Makarov looking for a takedown.
A shot in the inside from Murhaa.
Murhaa lands a left hand.
Makarov can't find room to land a body shot as Murhaa controls the action.
Murhaa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murhaa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Makarov misses with a body punch.
Makarov blocking some punches.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Makarov.
Murhaa lands a body punch.
Makarov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Murhaa prevents it.
#T3#
Makarov blocking some punches.
Murhaa has a couple of punches blocked by Makarov.
Murhaa digs a right hand underneath Makarov's ribcage. Makarov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Murhaa lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Murhaa on the inside.
Murhaa tries to work over Makarov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Still in the clinch, Murhaa scores with a nice short uppercut.
Murhaa cracks Makarov with a nice body shot.
A short uppercut from Murhaa.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Murhaa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Murhaa lands with a left to the head.
Makarov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Murhaa pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD2#
Makarov gets caught napping as Murhaa dives in and scores a takedown. Makarov manages to retain guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhaa stands and throws Makarov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Murhaa in side control lands a decent elbow. #T4#
Makarov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Murhaa lands a nice forearm strike.
A control attempt from Makarov but he's now mounted!
Makarov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Murhaa breaks from Makarov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Murhaa avoids the attempt from Makarov to control.
Murhaa pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Makarov is bucking up trying to escape but Murhaa cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#Makarov is rocked!
Murhaa has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makarov taking shots to the head.
Oh Makarov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Murhaa lands a big elbow - Makarov is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Makarov is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Mike Murhaa! |
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Event:
PFC 225 Tuala vs Kemp
Date: Nov 22, 2020 |
Bunkechukwu Floyd had a terrible time trying to make weight. After initially coming in at 270.4, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. Stepping on the scales for a second time, he still failed to make the required weight and after much deliberation, his fight with Sergey Makarov was cancelled. |
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Event:
PFC 215 Gray vs Gormsson
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Makarov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Makarov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
John uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Makarov.
John feints a counter leg kick.#TD#
Makarov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Makarov is working John over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Makarov lands a couple of digs.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but John is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov wants to control from the top but John keeps moving.
Makarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Makarov distracts John with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T1#
John trying to keep a closed guard but Makarov is proving a slippery customer.
John utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Makarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
John looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Makarov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Makarov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
John slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
John looking for a sweep. Not yet John, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
John has control of Makarov's left arm, preventing Makarov from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Makarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Makarov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Makarov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
John wants to control but Makarov postures up.#SUB#
Makarov is trying to get an arm triangle but John is defending well.
John is trying to get back to half guard.
Makarov wants to control but John is keeping him busy.
Makarov cracks John with a big elbow. #T3#
John avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Makarov.
John defending against the ground and pound.
John manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
John gets full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Makarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
John looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Makarov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Makarov scoring with some ground and pound.
Makarov wants to control from the top but John keeps moving.
John controlling the position.#SUB2#
John working for a triangle but Makarov defends it easily.
John keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Makarov working some strikes from top position.
Makarov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Makarov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
John has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
John keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but John gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
John lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Makarov lands with a nice body kick.
John steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Makarov.
John swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Makarov tries to score a power double leg takedown but John sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Makarov somewhat.
John lands a leg kick that knocks Makarov off balance momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
John swings for the body but Makarov moves out of range.
A lazy left from Makarov finds it's target.
Makarov throws a push kick but John slaps the foot to one side. #T1#
John throws a leg kick but Makarov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Scott John is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
John throws a hook but Makarov avoids it easily.#TD#
Makarov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Makarov lands in his opponent's guard.
Makarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
John pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Makarov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
John 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#
Makarov moves into full guard.
John wants to get up but he can't break Makarov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T2##SU2#
John stands up and waves to Makarov to follow him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Makarov. That's going to slow John down.
Makarov fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
John takes a swing at Makarov's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Makarov misses.
John swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Makarov throws a leg kick but John moved away.
Makarov looks to land a left hand but John moved out of range nicely.
John slips a straight right by Makarov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Makarov avoids the body shot from John.
#T3#
Makarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and John counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Makarov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
John swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Horrible takedown attempt by Makarov or perhaps it was just good defense by John, which made it look bad.
John feints a counter leg kick.
Makarov has his takedown stuffed
and John cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Makarov throws a chopping leg kick but John manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
John cracks Makarov with an open hand slap.
Makarov throws the left hand but John avoids the punch easily.
John takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
John scores with a leg kick.
John scores with a nice head shot.#T4##TD#
Makarov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. John was covering up waiting for the punch and Makarov finishes the takedown easily into 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!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now John is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet.
John trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
John is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but John defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott John showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Makarov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and John counters with an inside leg kick.
Makarov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has John pinned against the cage. John gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
John is looking for the big counter here.
Makarov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Makarov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and John counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov scores with a punch to the head.
Makarov swings widly with a right hand
letting John counter with a right hand.
Makarov throws a leg kick that is checked
and John counters with a straight right hand.
Makarov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Makarov thows a left - swing and a miss!
John throws a jab but it's blocked by Makarov.
Nice uppercut there from John.
John lands a nice looking kick to the body. Makarov takes a step back to recover.
John scores with a jab to the head.
Scott John seems to be getting the better of the standup.
John lands with a good body shot.
Makarov misses with a low kick.
John chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Makarov is looking to chop away at John's legs.
Makarov swings away with a body shot that misses
and John counters with a good low kick that Makarov was not able to check.
Makarov has a takedown stuffed.
John was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Makarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Makarov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and John counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by John.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
John throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
John is looking to clinch.
John scores with a hook.
John keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Makarov.
John moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A big right from Makarov misses.
Makarov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and John counters with a nice body shot.
A shot to the liver by John. Beautiful body shot.
John misses with a low kick.
Makarov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T3#
John avoids a punch combination nicely.
Makarov misses with an uppercut
letting John counter with a right hand.
Makarov misses with a right hand
and John counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Makarov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Makarov throws a body kick that misses
and John counters with a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Makarov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
John throws a hook but Makarov avoids it easily.
John has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
John uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Makarov.
John misses with a straight right.
Makarov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A nice side step and John releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
John lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Makarov at a distance.
#T4#
Makarov misses with a straight right.
Nice straight punches there by John. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of John.
John walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
John feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Makarovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
John is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
John lands with a nice body punch.
Makarov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by John.
John misses the shot to the body.
Makarov misses with a double jab
enabling John to counter with a crisp jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott John comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think John has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scott John!
A very excited looking Scott John made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
PFC 206 Asham vs Wild 3
Date: Sep 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Makarov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Makarov scores with a sloppy right hand. Hirsch should have avoided that one.
Makarov scores with a leg kick.
Hirsch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Makarov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hirsch steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Makarov.
Hirsch tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Hirsch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hirsch has Makarov pushed against the cage.
Hirsch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Makarov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hirsch wants to clinch up but Makarov keeps it at a distance.
Hirsch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Makarov can pounce on him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Makarov.
Hirsch fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Makarov throws a sloppy head kick and Hirsch moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Hirsch has managed to clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hirsch.
Makarov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Makarov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hirsch is trying to stall.
Makarov prevents the takedown attempt.
Sergey Makarov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.
A short right from Makarov. #BC#
Makarov breaks from the clinch.
Makarov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Makarov, as that shot connected.
Sergey Makarov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Makarov stalls.
Makarov can't break the clinch.
#T2##TD2#
Hirsch is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Makarov can't fight it off and eventually Hirsch manages to take the fight to the floor. Makarov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirsch pushing down on Makarov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Makarov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hirsch.
Hirsch looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Hirsch is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Makarov still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Makarov has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #T3#
Hirsch is trying to improve his position.
Hirsch keeps Makarov under control for a moment.
Hirsch struggling a bit here.
Makarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch is trying to control Makarov's posture but Makarov avoids it.
Hirsch is not content to let Makarov control the position. #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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Check out the look on Makarov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Makarov working the ground and pound.
Makarov trying to control the position but Hirsch is working away.
Makarov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Hirsch parries the strikes from Makarov easily there. Makarov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hirsch to escape.
Makarov trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hirsch gets back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.#SUB2#
Hirsch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Makarov lands strikes from half guard.
Hirsch moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Makarov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Makarov throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Hirsch counters with a takedown into side control.
Hirsch tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sergey Makarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Makarov wants to control but Hirsch postures up.
What's Makarov going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Hirsch gets to mount! Makarov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov wants to hold on but Hirsch pushes him away.
Makarov is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Hirsch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Makarov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hirsch wants to control the pace but Makarov is squirming around nicely.
Makarov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Makarov lands a couple of digs.
Hirsch is controlling Makarov's posture.
Makarov lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Makarov is fighting to break Hirsch's control of his arms but Hirsch is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Makarov trying to control but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Hirsch.
Hirsch has momentary wrist control but Makarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Makarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hirsch has a closed guard, preventing Makarov from standing up.
Makarov postures up and lands a big shot to Hirsch's brow.
Makarov cracks Hirsch with a solid left hand.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Hirsch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there. #T3#
Makarov wants to control from the top but Hirsch keeps moving.
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hirsch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Hirsch is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hirsch is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Makarov keeping moving, preventing Hirsch from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Makarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hirsch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but Hirsch defends easily.
Hirsch postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Makarov has his foot on Hirsch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hirsch works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Hirsch walks into a jab.
Makarov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Makarov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
A low kick lands for Makarov.
Makarov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Makarov scores with a leg kick.
Makarov clobbers Hirsch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice cross by Makarov.
Hirsch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Makarov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Makarov lands a glancing blow to the side of Hirsch's head.
Makarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hirsch can do to turn this around?
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!
Good leg kick by Makarov.
Makarov tries to land a front kick but Hirsch steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Makarov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sergey Makarov is winning the standup battle so far.
Makarov catches Hirsch with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Makarov missing with a left hand there. Hirsch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Makarov throws a leg kick but Hirsch checks it.
Hirsch is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hirsch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Makarov defends well and Hirsch ends up having to push Makarov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hirsch on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Makarov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Hirsch moves into the clinch.
Hirsch prevents a body shot from Makarov.
Hirsch is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Makarov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hirsch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Makarov's elbow.
Hirsch tries to land knees in the clinch but Makarov avoids the damage to the body.
Makarov is looking to break free of the clinch but Hirsch has double underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Makarov.
Hirsch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Makarov after a bit of a struggle.
Sergey Makarov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Hirsch.
Hirsch has Makarov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Makarov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hirsch trying to control the position but instead, Makarov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hirsch into the cage.#T2#
Makarov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage.
Makarov is trying to break the clinch but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Makarov breaks from the clinch.
Makarov throws a head kick that misses.
Hirsch's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Makarov moves away
and Makarov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A lazy left from Makarov finds it's target.
Hirsch drops his hands momentarily and Makarov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Makarov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Makarov digs a good body shot into Hirsch's ribs.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Makarov moves out of range.
Hirsch tries to clinch but Makarov moves out of range.
Makarov is looking to counter punch.
Makarov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hirsch's sensitive parts.
Harry Hirsch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Nice cross by Makarov.
Makarov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sergey Makarov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A chopping leg kick lands by Makarov.
Hirsch tries a head kick but it misses.
Makarov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hirsch walks into a left hand.
Hirsch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hirsch there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hirsch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makarov.
#CL2#
Hirsch clinches up with Makarov and pushes him back against the cage.
Hirsch is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Makarov prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T4#
Makarov is trying to push Hirsch away but Hirsch has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hirsch has a couple of punches blocked by Makarov.
Makarov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#TD2#
Hirsch has Makarov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hirsch pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Makarov tumbling to the mat - Hirsch dives into Makarov's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Makarov looking to control.
Hirsch looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Makarov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Makarov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
PFC 200 Gormsson vs Bennett
Date: Aug 16, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Phol tries to clinch but Makarov moves out of range.
Phol tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Makarov scores with a sloppy right hand. Phol should have avoided that one. #TD#
Makarov dives in and scores a takedown into Phol's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #CUT#It looks like Mfer Phol has been cut.
Phol trying to strike off his back.
Makarov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Makarov is working Phol over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Phol will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Phol trying to strike off his back.
Phol striking off his back but it's not causing Makarov any problems.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Phol tries to strike from the bottom.
Makarov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Phol throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Phol tries to strike from the bottom.
Makarov cracks Phol with a solid left hand.
Phol doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#SUB#
Makarov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Phol has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Phol throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.#T1#
Phol doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Makarov scoring with some ground and pound.
Phol looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Phol throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Phol trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Phol throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Phol thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Phol throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Phol is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Phol trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Phol throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Makarov is in close to Phol's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Makarov tries to free his leg and advance position but Phol is retaining full guard.
Makarov passes Phol's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Makarov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Phol flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Makarov lands strikes from half guard.
Phol tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T2#
Makarov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Phol misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Makarov wants to free his trapped foot but Phol is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Phol is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Phol on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Phol on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Makarov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Phol throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Phol is trying to get back to full guard.
Makarov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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!
Phol moves into full guard.
Makarov slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Phol.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Makarov lands a nice short elbow.
Phol punching from the bottom.
Makarov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Makarov is trying to control the action in half guard but Phol is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Makarov drops an elbow to the side of Phol's head. #T3#
Makarov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Makarov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Makarov lands with a punch from half guard.
Makarov blocks the strikes from Phol.
Makarov working over Phol with some ground and pound. Phol looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Makarov blocks the strikes from Phol.
Makarov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Phol throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Makarov lands a nice short elbow.
Phol missing with punches from the bottom.
Phol punching from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Makarov.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Phol does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Phol wants to get back to full guard.
Phol throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Makarov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Makarov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4#
Phol throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Makarov trying to control from half guard but Phol is working away.
Phol won't allow Makarov to pass to mount.
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. Makarov connects with a nice short shot to Phol's temple.
Makarov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Phol tries to roll over but Makarov keeps him under control.
Phol taking some punishment here, with Makarov in his half guard.
Makarov uses his free foot to push down on Phol's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Phol.
Phol throwing hammer fists to the chest of Makarov. What's that going to do exactly?
Phol throwing hammer fists to the chest of Makarov. What's that going to do exactly?
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Makarov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Phol tries to reverse the position but Makarov maintains control.
Makarov scoring with strikes but Phol is staying in there.
Makarov raining down shots from the mount!#ROC#Phol is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Mfer Phol's cut even more.
BOOM! Makarov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mfer Phol's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Phol fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Phol blocking some punches.
#BC#
Makarov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Makarov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#The cut above Mfer Phol's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Phol closes the distance but Makarov moves to the side #TD#
and Makarov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Makarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Phol can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Makarov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Phol sees it coming and defends easily.
Phol tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Phol flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Phol throws a strike from the bottom but Makarov passes into side control!
Makarov lands some shots froms side control.
Makarov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Makarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Phol is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Phol tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Makarov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Makarov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Phol regains half guard.
Phol gets back to full guard.
Phol tries to strike from the bottom.
Phol throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Phol throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Makarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#CUT#Mfer Phol's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Mfer Phol's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sergey Makarov!
Our winner, Sergey Makarov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SAFO 60 Ali v Johnson
Date: May 16, 2020 |
#R1#
Makarov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kong's waist but Kong gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Makarov off to one side.
Kong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Makarov dives in for a single leg takedown but Kong sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A nice side step and Kong releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Makarov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Kong walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Makarov lands with an uppercut that bounces Kong off the cage and back into range.
Kong wants to clinch up but Makarov keeps it at a distance.
Nice body kick from Kong.
Nice shot lands for Makarov.
Makarov cracks a nice hook into Kong's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fight stays on the outside here - Kong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Makarov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kong manages to avoid it.
Kong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Makarov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kong on his heels. He'll look to pass Kong's guard now, I'm sure.#T1#
Kong has momentary wrist control but Makarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Kong told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Kong is trying to keep Makarov in close.
Kong keeping full guard, as Makarov tries to pass.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov lands a couple of elbows.
Makarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Kong has wrist control.
Kong wants to stand and escape but Makarov is having none of it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kong holds on and takes a little breather.
Makarov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kong has momentary wrist control but Makarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Makarov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Makarov stays in close to Kong's body and controls the position.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Kong.
Makarov works over Kong with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov advances position into side control!
Kong can't do much from the bottom here.
Makarov advances nicely into full mount.
Kong is trying desperately to improve position.#T3##SUB#
Makarov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kong manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Kong really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Makarov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Makarov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kong is avoiding damage well.
Kong is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Kong taking a bit of punishment here - Makarov scoring with strikes.
Makarov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kong is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kong parries the strikes from Makarov easily there. Makarov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kong to escape.
Makarov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Makarov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kong some visible discomfort.
#T4#
Makarov taking a breather here.
Makarov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Makarov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kong down.
Makarov controls the position.
Makarov in side control lands a decent elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kong is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Kong can't do much from the bottom here.
Kong takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Makarov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Makarov scores with a decent looking hook.
Makarov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kong defends well and Makarov ends up having to push Kong into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Makarov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Makarov blocks a head kick by Kong.
Kong tries to move into range but Makarov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Makarov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Makarov connects with a right hand. Kong shakes it off.#ROC#
Kong is rocked!#TD#
Makarov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kong is still in real trouble! Can Makarov finish him?
Makarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kong can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov cracks Kong with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Makarov immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Kong is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Makarov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Makarov!
A victorious Sergey Makarov 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:
SAFO 56 Mendoza v Anderson
Date: Apr 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Bundy defending well as Makarov loads up on a big left hand.
Bundy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bundy misses with a kick to the body
and Makarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Bundy throws a body kick that misses. #TD2#
Makarov drives through with a takedown into Bundy's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Bundy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Makarov chips away with some ground and pound.
Makarov lands a couple of digs.
Makarov is working Bundy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bundy striking off his back but it's not causing Makarov any problems.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bundy is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Bundy advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Makarov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Makarov.
Makarov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T1#
Makarov lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bundy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bundy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov landing with the ground and pound.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Bundy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bundy controls Makarov momentarily but Makarov frees himself.
Bundy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bundy tries to get out of the position.
Makarov prevents Bundy from getting back to his feet.
Bundy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bundy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Bundy throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Makarov has his foot on Bundy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bundy works his way back into a safe position though.#T2##SUB2#
Makarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bundy manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bundy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Makarov is pushing down on Bundy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bundy is fighting to maintain full guard but Makarov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Makarov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bundy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bundy is pressing down on Makarov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Makarov trying to control but Bundy is working from the bottom.
Makarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bundy throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB#
Bundy has his foot on Makarov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Makarov works his way back into a safe position though.
Makarov chips away with some ground and pound.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bundy keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully. #T3#
Bundy trying to keep a closed guard but Makarov is proving a slippery customer.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Makarov working some strikes from top position.
Makarov stopping the sweep attempt from Bundy.
Makarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Makarov landing some decent shots from guard.
Makarov stands and throws Bundy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Makarov taking a breather here.
Makarov trying to control the action but Bundy is working from the bottom.
Makarov lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC2#
Bundy is rocked!#T4#
Makarov in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Bundy looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Makarov turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Makarov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergey Makarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
SAFO 53 Finnegan v Marston
Date: Apr 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Gazi throws a sloppy head kick and Makarov moves out of range easily.
Gazi wants to clinch
and Makarov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gazi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gazi misses with a combination
and Makarov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gazi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gazi throws a lazy body kick
and Makarov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Makarov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gazi.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Makarov! But no joy.
Makarov avoids the head kick by Gazi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gazi tries to close the distance and clinch but Makarov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A big right from Gazi misses.
It seemed like Makarov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice defenses there by Makarov.
Makarov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gazi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Makarov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gazi tries to close the distance and clinch but Makarov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1#
Gazi throws a body kick that misses
and Makarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gazi lets loose with a powerful body kick. Makarov will feel that in the morning.
Gazi throws the left hand but Makarov avoids the punch easily.
As Gazi backs off Makarov throws a huge counter combo but Gazi manages to avoid it all.
Makarov swats away the attempt to clinch by Gazi.
Makarov swats away the attempt to clinch by Gazi.
Makarov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD2#
Makarov shoots in and gets a takedown into Gazi's guard.
Makarov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
My spies in St Petersburg MMA Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Makarov landing some decent shots from guard.
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Makarov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Makarov trying to control but Gazi is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Makarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Makarov throwing strikes from guard but Gazi blocks nicely.
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!
Makarov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Makarov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses.
Makarov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov chips away with some ground and pound.
Makarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Gazi keeps moving. #T3#
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Let's hope that Makarov 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.
Makarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Gazi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Gazi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Makarov is working Gazi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gazi is keeping the position for now. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Makarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Gazi keeps moving.
Makarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Makarov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Makarov postures up in Gazi's guard and throws a big left but Gazi blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Makarov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Makarov throwing strikes from guard but Gazi blocks nicely.
Makarov throwing strikes from guard but Gazi blocks nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Gazi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Makarov.
Gazi throws a head kick that misses
and Makarov counters with a straight right hand.
Gazi throws a series of punches but Makarov avoids them all with ease.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Makarov! But no joy.
Fu Gazi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gazi throws a lazy uppercut
letting Makarov counter with a right hand.
Gazi throws a sloppy head kick
and Makarov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gazi tries to clinch
and Makarov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gazi staying out of range there.
Gazi throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Makarov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Makarov throws a big elbow that misses.
Makarov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Gazi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makarov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Makarov loads up on a big left hand. Gazi felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Makarov looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Gazi can't hide his disappointment, as Makarov celebrates the victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
WPFC 54
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Beornegar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Makarov! But no joy.
Makarov 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.
Makarov dips to his left and cracks Beornegar with an uppercut!
Makarov blocks a head kick by Beornegar.
And Makarov tries to counter it with a takedown but Beornegar pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Beornegar dives in for a single leg takedown but Makarov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Beornegar tries a head kick but it misses.
Makarov throws a counter combo.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Beornegar.
Beornegar tries to move into full mount but can't pass Makarov's legs.
Beornegar cracks Makarov with a big right hand but Makarov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Makarov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Beornegar avoids the attempt from Makarov to control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Beornegar trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1##SUB#
Beornegar goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Makarov turns into him and now he's in Beornegar's guard.
Makarov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
My spies in St Petersburg MMA Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Beornegar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Beornegar lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Makarov working for a triangle but Beornegar defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Makarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Makarov keeping full guard, as Beornegar tries to pass.
Makarov 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 fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Beornegar manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Beornegar looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Beornegar is keeping the position for now.
Beornegar looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Makarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Beornegar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Makarov won't allow Beornegar to sweep him here. #SUB#
Beornegar has his foot on Makarov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Makarov works his way back into a safe position though.
Makarov chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov works over Beornegar with some ground and pound from guard.
Makarov chips away with some ground and pound.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Beornegar keeps moving.
Beornegar keeping full guard, as Makarov tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Makarov scoring with some ground and pound.
Makarov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Beornegar looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4##SUB#
Beornegar working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Makarov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Makarov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Makarov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Beornegar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Makarov has managed to get both his arms back between Beornegar's legs - danger averted.
Makarov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Makarov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Makarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Beornegar keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Beornegar throws his legs up looking for a submission but Makarov uses it to pass to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Sergey Makarov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Beornegar with a lazy takedown attempt
and Makarov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wulfgar Beornegar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makarov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Beornegar goes for a double leg but Makarov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Makarov continues to drive forward.
Good exchange - Makarov coming out on top.
Beornegar moves out of range of the strikes.
Makarov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Beornegar shoots for a takedown but Makarov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wulfgar Beornegar. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beornegar changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Makarov tries to avoid it but Beornegar manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Makarov to the ground. Makarov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Makarov throws out a counter right but Beornegar avoids it with no problem.
Beornegar tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Beornegar tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Makarov counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Beornegar.
Makarov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Beornegar with a lazy takedown attempt
and Makarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Beornegar is trying hard to land a takedown here. Makarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beornegar throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Makarov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beornegar just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Makarov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Beornegar wants to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Makarov! But no joy.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Beornegar.
Makarov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Beornegar off and has taken his back!
Beornegar is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Makarov. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Makarov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makarov lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Makarov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T2##SUB2#
Makarov looking for the choke from the back.
Makarov is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Beornegar. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Beornegar tries to escape the position.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Makarov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Makarov is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Beornegar. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Beornegar is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Beornegar trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Beornegar tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Makarov has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Beornegar.
Makarov trying to control momentarily.
Makarov scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Makarov is hanging on to Beornegar's back as he tries to escape.
#T3#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Makarov's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Beornegar rolls, trying to escape but Makarov keeps control of the position.
Makarov lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Beornegar hold on?!
Makarov lands punches and elbows.
Makarov avoiding Beornegar 's attempts to control his hands.
Makarov lands a shot to the head.
Beornegar grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Makarov lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Beornegar prevents Makarov from getting a body triangle.
Makarov not allowing Beornegar to control his hands.
Makarov struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T4#
Makarov has the hooks in. Beornegar is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Makarov is working the ground and pound. Can Beornegar escape?
Makarov lands an elbow to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makarov tries to get the hooks in deep but Beornegar pushed the leg off.
Makarov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Makarov is landing with strikes. Beornegar can't take much more of this.#SUB2#
Makarov looking for the choke but no joy.
Makarov controls the action.
Makarov is punishing Beornegar with some ground and pound.
Makarov throwing damaging strikes from the back! Beornegar could be in trouble here!
#SUB2#
Makarov is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Beornegar has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Beornegar tries to clinch up
enabling Makarov to counter with a crisp jab.
Beornegar doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Makarov counter with a right hand.
Beornegar moves to clinch but Makarov breaks away
and Makarov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
Makarov gets caught napping as Beornegar dives in and scores a takedown. Makarov manages to retain guard.
Beornegar trying to control but Makarov is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Beornegar controlling him for the moment.
Makarov is trying to keep Beornegar in close.
Sergey Makarov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Makarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Beornegar is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Makarov looking for a guillotine here but Beornegar defends easily.
Beornegar won't allow Makarov to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Beornegar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Makarov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Beornegar has managed to get both his arms back between Makarov's legs - danger averted.
Beornegar trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Makarov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Beornegar advances position into side control!#T2#
Makarov looking for a sweep but Beornegar has passed into full mount! Oh no!#SUB#
Beornegar swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wulfgar Beornegar!
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Event:
WPFC 47 - Storm vs. Johnson
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Scott scores with a kick to the midsection.
Scott takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Scott throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Makarov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Scott is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Makarov.
Makarov blocks a head kick by Scott.
Makarov thuds his right hand into Scott's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Scott looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Makarov lands a glancing blow to the side of Scott's head.
Some wild striking there from Scott.
Scott tries to land a front kick but Makarov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A nice combination there by Makarov.
#CUT2#
It looks like Tyler Scott has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makarov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Makarov sizes up Scott with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A big left from Makarov misses. #T1#
Scott looks to score with a jab to the body but Makarov is just out of range.
Scott tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Scott looks to land a body kick but Makarov moved away.
Scott throws a sloppy head kick and Makarov moves out of range easily.
Tyler Scott seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makarov slips a jab from Scott.
Makarov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Makarov misses with a looping left.
Scott is looking to score with low kicks.
Makarov throws a series of punches but Scott moves out of range.
Scott throws a nice looking combination but Makarov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scott slips a jab from Makarov.
Scott tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Makarov does no damage.
Scott looks to score with a jab to the body but Makarov is just out of range.
Makarov misses with a straight right.
Scott throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Makarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Scott throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A big right from Makarov misses.
Makarov throws a hook but Scott avoids it easily.
Makarov throws out a loose jab but Scott uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Scott was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Scott connects with a good right hand that stumbles Makarov. Makarov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
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!
Scott looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scott staying out of range there.
Scott misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Makarov! But no joy.
Makarov scores with the left hand. Scott knows he should have avoided that one.
Tyler Scott is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scott looks to land a body kick but Makarov moved away.
Makarov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Makarov defending well as Scott loads up on a big left hand.
Scott ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Makarov blocks a leg kick.#T3#
Makarov misses the shot to the body.
Makarov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nice defenses there by Makarov.
Scott slips a straight right by Makarov.
Makarov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Scott ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Makarov moves away.
It seemed like Makarov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scott throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Scott throws a head kick that misses.
Scott tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Makarov looks to land a right hand but Scott moved out of range.
A head kick misses from Scott.
Makarov lands a head shot.
Scott throws a head kick that misses.
Makarov cracks Scott with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4#
Scott will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Scott uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Makarov.
Scott with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Makarov to score with a decent uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scott attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Scott misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Makarov.
#TD2#
Scott tries to sprawl but Makarov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Makarov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Scott defending well though.
Makarov stalling.
Makarov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Makarov not doing much here.
Makarov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Makarov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tyler Scott's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Scott throws a head kick that misses.
Makarov cracks Scott with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Scott throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Makarov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Scott misses with a low kick.
Scott throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Makarov counters with a nice double leg into side control. Scott won't be happy with that.
Scott taking punishment in the form of punches.
Makarov trying to control the position but Scott is working away.
Makarov working the ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Scott'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.
You can see the frustration on Scott's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Makarov working the body and head with strikes.
Scott is looking for a sweep.
Scott on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Scott tries to get out of the position.
Makarov controls the position.
Makarov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Check out the look on Makarov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Makarov scoring with punches and elbows.
My spies in St Petersburg MMA Gym inform me that Makarov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Makarov is working Scott over with some ground and pound from side control.
Makarov landing strikes.
Scott tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Makarov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Makarov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Scott some visible discomfort.
Scott is working to avoid the ground and pound but Makarov connects with a decent elbow.
Makarov grinds an elbow into Scott's temple.
Makarov landing a few strikes. #ROC2#
Scott is rocked!
Makarov lands a strong strike to the head of Scott. That's dazed him! Makarov looking to finish here. Scott is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Makarov lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov 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:
WPFC 41 - Tiramanti vs. Storm
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Neiumen.
Makarov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Makarov scores with a nice head shot.#TD2#
Makarov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Neiumen's half guard.
Nice strikes from Makarov there.
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. Makarov connects with a nice short shot to Neiumen's temple. #SUB#
Neiumen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Makarov pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Neiumen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Makarov lands a nice short elbow.
Makarov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Neiumen looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Makarov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Neiumen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Makarov lands strikes from half guard.
Makarov slips a nice elbow through Neiumen's hands, connecting with Neiumen's forehead.
Makarov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Neiumen keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neiumen wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Makarov is trying to control the action in half guard but Neiumen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Makarov working over Neiumen with some ground and pound. Neiumen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Neiumen is holding on to half guard well.
Makarov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Makarov working over Neiumen with some ground and pound. Neiumen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2##SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a kimura here.
Makarov wants to control but Neiumen is keeping him busy.
Makarov winds up and cracks Neiumen with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Neiumen actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Neiumen actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Neiumen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Makarov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Neiumen is having none of it.
Makarov lands with a punch from half guard.
Neiumen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Makarov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Neiumen wants to control but Makarov is keeping busy.
Neiumen taking some punishment here, with Makarov in his half guard.
Makarov slips a nice elbow through Neiumen's hands, connecting with Neiumen's forehead.
Makarov wants to take a breather but Neiumen is having none of it.
Makarov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Makarov lands with a punch from half guard.
Neiumen is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Makarov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Makarov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Neiumen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Makarov landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Neiumen is looking to cinch up a triangle. Makarov throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Neiumen's body to avoid the submission. Neiumen has instead reached around Makarov's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Neiumen arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Thor Neiumen!
Thor Neiumen tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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