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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1# Magomedhanov scores with a one two! Omarsson had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Omarsson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL2# Magomedhanov moves into the clinch. Omarsson wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
#BC# Omarsson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Magomedhanov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Omarsson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Omarsson can't break the clinch.
Omarsson tries to circle away but Magomedhanov has him pinned against the cage. Omarsson throws a head punch that misses. Omarsson avoiding damage as Magomedhanov throws knees to the body.
Omarsson is looking to break free of the clinch but Magomedhanov has double underhooks. Omarsson wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
Magomedhanov has Omarsson pressed against the cage, preventing Omarsson from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Omarsson is trying to break free. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Magomedhanov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Omarsson misses with a head kick.
Omarsson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2# Magomedhanov gets a clinch. Omarsson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#BC# Omarsson manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Omarsson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2# Magomedhanov moves into the clinch.#T1# Magomedhanov prevents Omarsson from breaking the clinch. Omarsson tries to break free but Magomedhanov pushes him back against the cage. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Magomedhanov. Omarsson is trying to break the clinch but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Magomedhanov has Omarsson pushed against the cage. Magomedhanov looks winded!#TD2# Magomedhanov jumps into guard, dragging Omarsson to the mat.
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.#SUB2# Magomedhanov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Omarsson is aware though and is defending well. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedhanov can do anything to dispel that myth.#SU# Omarsson stands up and waves to Magomedhanov to follow him. Magomedhanov blocks a head kick by Omarsson.
A head kick misses from Omarsson. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magomedhanov! But no joy. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Omarsson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. A head kick misses from Omarsson. Omarsson throws a head kick that misses. Magomedhanov blocks a head kick by Omarsson.
Magomedhanov misses with a double jab.
Omarsson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Magomedhanov avoids the head kick by Omarsson.
#T2##CL2# Magomedhanov pushes Omarsson up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2# Magomedhanov gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES# Omarsson pushes Magomedhanov off and gets back to his feet. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Magomedhanov avoids the head kick by Omarsson.
Omarsson scores with a head kick. Magomedhanov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Magomedhanov swinging wildly here.
Omarsson lands a high kick!
#CL2# Magomedhanov forces Omarsson back against the cage and clinches. Omarsson has had enough of the clinch but Magomedhanov keeps him there for the moment. Omarsson tries to break free but Magomedhanov pushes him back against the cage. Stalling in the clinch from Magomedhanov.
Magomedhanov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Omarsson wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedhanov won't allow it.
#T3# Omarsson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. The referee is keeping an eye on Magomedhanov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Omarsson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Magomedhanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Omarsson's efforts to push away.#BC2# Magomedhanov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Magomedhanov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Omarsson swats him away and circles back towards the center. Omarsson lands with a slapping head kick. #CL2# Omarsson gets tackled into the cage by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov maintains the clinch. Omarsson wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
Magomedhanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Omarsson's efforts to push away. Omarsson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Magomedhanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Omarsson's efforts to push away.#T4# Magomedhanov is working Omarsson over against the cage. Omarsson working hard to break the clinch. Magomedhanov lands a shot to the body.#BC2# Magomedhanov manages to break the clinch.
Magomedhanov throws out a powerful jab. The fighters circling - Magomedhanov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Omarsson misses with a head kick.
Magomedhanov throws a good cross that connects.
A head kick from Omarsson lands but Magomedhanov takes it in his stride. Omarsson throws a nice head kick!
#ROC# Magomedhanov is rocked! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Omarsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magomedhanov is still on wobbly legs! Can Omarsson finish him? Omarsson lands a big head kick that sends Magomedhanov to the canvas! Omarsson follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Halldor Omarsson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 18, 2019 |
#R1# Choi tries to clinch up. Magomedhanov throws a hook to the side of Choi's head but Choi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Magomedhanov scores with a one two! Choi had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. The fight stays on the outside here - Choi looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Choi misses with a double jab.
Choi tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedhanov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Choi throws a nice looking combination but Magomedhanov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Magomedhanov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL# Magomedhanov clinches. Choi tries to circle away but Magomedhanov has him pinned against the cage. Choi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Choi is trying to break free.#TD# Magomedhanov jumps guard.
Choi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedhanov is keeping the position for now. Magomedhanov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SU2# Choi stands up from Magomedhanov's guard - Choi perhaps looking for a knockout. Magomedhanov misses with a few strikes there.
#T1# A left and a right from Magomedhanov both land. Nice combination. Choi tries to move into range but Magomedhanov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Magomedhanov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL# Magomedhanov rushes Choi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Magomedhanov stalls. Choi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magomedhanov's efforts to push away. Magomedhanov blocking some punches.
Magomedhanov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#TD# Magomedhanov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Choi is trying to keep an underhook but Magomedhanov manages to get the takedown into half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Choi trying to control but Magomedhanov postures up.
#SU# Magomedhanov decides to return to a standing position. Choi is looking to clinch but Magomedhanov is avoiding it.
Choi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magomedhanov swats him away and circles back towards the center. Magomedhanov swats away the attempt to clinch by Choi.#T2# Choi ducks under a wild hook from Magomedhanov. Choi tries to clinch but Magomedhanov is having none of it. The fighters circling - Magomedhanov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Choi misses with a wild combination.
Choi slips under a jab. Choi looks to land a left hand but Magomedhanov moved out of range nicely.#CL# Magomedhanov darts in and clinches Choi up against the cage. Magomedhanov prevents Choi from breaking the clinch. Choi with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Choi wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
#BC2# Choi manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Magomedhanov clinches with his opponent.
Magomedhanov blocks an elbow strike from Choi.
Magomedhanov is trying to pull guard but Choi has him pressed against the cage. Choi tries a knee to the head but Magomedhanov blocks it.
#TD# Magomedhanov jumps into guard, dragging Choi to the mat.
#SUB# Magomedhanov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB# Magomedhanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Choi defends it easily.#SUB# Magomedhanov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Choi has picked Magomedhanov up and slammed him! Magomedhanov can't keep hold of the triangle and Choi manages to pass to side control!#SUB2# Choi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Magomedhanov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Magomedhanov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2# Choi stands up and we're back to a striking position. #CL# Magomedhanov has closed the distance and engaged Choi in a clinch.
Choi tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Choi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Choi tries a knee to the head but Magomedhanov blocks it.
Magomedhanov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Magomedhanov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Choi to keep the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rashid Magomedhanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Magomedhanov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Magomedhanov with the ground and pound but Choi uses the opportunity to regain guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Magomedhanov looks to throw the jab but Choi is out of range. Magomedhanov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magomedhanov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Magomedhanov misses with a two punch combination.
#CL# Magomedhanov rushes Choi and presses him up against the cage. Magomedhanov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Choi walks away with a smile on his face. Magomedhanov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Choi walks into a jab. The fighters circling - Choi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Magomedhanov appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL# Magomedhanov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Choi, pushing him back against the cage. Choi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Magomedhanov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Choi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Choi swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedhanov uses good head movement to avoid it. Magomedhanov fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rashid Magomedhanov. That's going to take a lot out of him. Magomedhanov lands a right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Choi has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Choi is trying to break free. Magomedhanov has had enough of the clinch but Choi keeps him there for the moment. Magomedhanov jumps guard but Choi stands there with Magomedhanov around his waist. Magomedhanov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Choi creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1# Choi can't break the clinch.
Choi lands with a short shot to the head. Choi is trying to break the clinch but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Choi looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Choi looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Choi can't break the clinch.
A short uppercut from Choi. Magomedhanov looking for a takedown. #BC2# Choi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Choi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magomedhanov swats him away and circles back towards the center. Magomedhanov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A cross from Magomedhanov lands. Choi wants to clinch up but Magomedhanov keeps it at a distance. Magomedhanov needs to keep his hands up - Choi had a free shot at his head there. The fighters circling - Choi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Magomedhanov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Choi is looking to take this fight into the clinch. No joy there for Choi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T2# Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magomedhanov, as that shot connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Choi scores with a nice head shot. Choi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Choi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedhanov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Choi. A little feinted left hand from Magomedhanov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Choi throws a head punch that misses. A bit of stalling here from Magomedhanov.
Choi misses with a knee strike.
Choi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedhanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Choi can do to turn this around? Magomedhanov has Choi pressed against the cage, preventing Choi from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Choi pushes Magomedhanov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Rashid Magomedhanov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD# Magomedhanov has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Choi clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Magomedhanov doesn't have the hooks in and Choi manages to turn into his guard.
#T3##SUB2# Choi 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. #SU2# Choi stands up from guard. Let's bang! Wow, both these guys are really going for it! A jab from Magomedhanov does it's job there. Choi tries to clinch there but Magomedhanov circles away.
#CL# Magomedhanov rushes Choi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Choi has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. A short uppercut from Choi. Choi tries to land a knee to the head but Magomedhanov blocks with his arms.
Choi with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Magomedhanov tries to pull guard but Choi holds him up against the cage and eventually Magomedhanov drops back down to his feet.
A head punch on the inside from Choi fails to land. #T4# Choi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Magomedhanov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Choi can't break the clinch.
Magomedhanov can't get the takedown.
Choi wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Magomedhanov stalling in the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Magomedhanov for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Choi just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedhanov's brow. Magomedhanov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Magomedhanov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Choi wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Seung Kwan Choi will probably get the nod - 10:9. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Choi tries to clinch there but Magomedhanov circles away.
Magomedhanov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Magomedhanov looks to land a combination. Choi sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Magomedhanov slips a jab from Choi. Magomedhanov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Choi.
Choi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Choi throws a lazy right hand but Magomedhanov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL# Magomedhanov clinches up against the cage. Magomedhanov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Choi tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Choi looking to throw knees to the head but Magomedhanov is blocking nicely.
Choi tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Choi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Choi has had enough of the clinch but Magomedhanov keeps him there for the moment. Magomedhanov is pushing Choi up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Choi managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedhanov.
#T1# Choi looks to throw an elbow but misses. Magomedhanov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Choi looking to throw knees to the head but Magomedhanov is blocking nicely.
Magomedhanov tries to pull guard but Choi forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Choi misses with some punches.
Magomedhanov is trying to pull guard but Choi turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Choi misses with a hook from the clinch. Choi throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedhanov. A right hand to the body from Magomedhanov.
Magomedhanov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Choi smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rashid Magomedhanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL# Magomedhanov rushes Choi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Magomedhanov digs a right hand underneath Choi's ribcage. Choi let out a lung full of air as it connected. Choi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Choi throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov is pushing Choi up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T2# Choi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedhanov backwards. Magomedhanov stalling in the clinch.
Choi tries to break free but Magomedhanov pushes him back against the cage. Magomedhanov can't break the clinch.
Magomedhanov tries to break free but Choi pushes him back against the cage. Choi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Choi misses with a knee to the head. Magomedhanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Choi's efforts to push away. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Magomedhanov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Choi is looking to break free of the clinch but Magomedhanov has double underhooks. Choi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedhanov blocks an uppercut.
#T3# Choi pushes Magomedhanov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Choi misses with a knee strike.
Magomedhanov is trying to break the clinch but Choi has him pressed against the cage. Choi is defending well against a takedown attempt. Choi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Magomedhanov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Choi throws a knee to the head but misses.
Choi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Magomedhanov blocks an uppercut.
Choi looking to throw knees to the head but Magomedhanov is blocking nicely.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Choi. Choi prevents Magomedhanov from breaking the clinch. Choi throws a knee to the head but misses.
Choi wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
Magomedhanov is trying to push Choi away but Choi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Magomedhanov blocks the elbow strike.
Magomedhanov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T4# Choi gets through Magomedhanov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Choi misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedhanov can't break the clinch.
Choi can't break the clinch.
Choi misses with an elbow over the top. Magomedhanov is trying to break the clinch but Choi is controlling him. Choi throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Magomedhanov prevents Choi from breaking the clinch. Choi is trying to force a seperation but Magomedhanov has the dominant position. Choi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magomedhanov's efforts to push away. Magomedhanov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Choi is looking to break free of the clinch but Magomedhanov has double underhooks. Choi with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#TD# Magomedhanov tightens his grip and picks Choi up, before dumping him to the ground. Choi manages to land in guard. #ES2# Choi is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Magomedhanov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
And that's the end of the fight! Seung Kwan Choi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Choi 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Seung Kwan Choi!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 14, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# Magomedhanov has Omarsson up against the cage in a clinch.
Omarsson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2# Magomedhanov drags the fight down to the ground.
#SU# Omarsson gets to his feet - Magomedhanov follows without any prompting. Omarsson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#KD2# Magomedhanov steps into range and cracks Omarsson with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Omarsson flops backwards and Magomedhanov dives into his guard looking to finish!
#ROC2# Omarsson is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Halldor Omarsson has been cut. Omarsson is breathing heavily. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2# Magomedhanov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Omarsson, up you get! Oh Omarsson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Omarsson walks straight into a right hand from Magomedhanov - that's dropped him! Magomedhanov jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Omarsson from any more punishment! Omarsson complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rashid Magomedhanov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 10, 2019 |
#R1# Gazimagomedov takes one to the chin there.#CL2# Magomedhanov moves into range and clinches up with Gazimagomedov. Magomedhanov is trying to break the clinch but Gazimagomedov is controlling him. Gazimagomedov tries to throw a body punch but Magomedhanov avoids it by throwing Gazimagomedov back against the cage. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedhanov as Gazimagomedov tries to tie him up. Gazimagomedov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Gazimagomedov prevents Magomedhanov from breaking the clinch. Gazimagomedov is trying to pull guard but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Gazimagomedov managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedhanov.
Gazimagomedov is trying to break free. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Come on Magomedhanov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Gazimagomedov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Gazimagomedov can't get the takedown.
#T1# A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedhanov.#TD2# Magomedhanov jumps into guard, dragging Gazimagomedov to the mat.
Gazimagomedov trying to control but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. Magomedhanov has a closed guard, preventing Gazimagomedov from standing up. #SUB2# Magomedhanov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gazimagomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gazimagomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2# Magomedhanov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Magomedhanov wants to sweep here but Gazimagomedov controlling him for the moment. #T2# Gazimagomedov stays in close to Magomedhanov's body and controls the position. #SUB2# Gazimagomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Gazimagomedov throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2# Magomedhanov instigates a clinch. #TD2# Magomedhanov gets a trip takedown into half guard. Gazimagomedov is trying to escape back to his feet but Magomedhanov uses the scramble to pass into side control.
#T3# Gazimagomedov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Magomedhanov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Gazimagomedov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Gazimagomedov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#SUB# Gazimagomedov working for a triangle but Magomedhanov defends it easily.
Magomedhanov wants to stand and escape but instead Gazimagomedov has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T4# Gazimagomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Magomedhanov throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Magomedhanov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# Magomedhanov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Gazimagomedov is looking to stand up but Magomedhanov won't let him. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2##CL2# Magomedhanov clinches with his opponent.
Magomedhanov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gazimagomedov is working for takedown but Magomedhanov is calmly controlling the position for now. Gazimagomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Gazimagomedov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Magomedhanov smiles and moves away.
Gazimagomedov is looking to clinch. Magomedhanov looks to land a left hand but Gazimagomedov moved out of range nicely.#CL2# Magomedhanov closes the distance and clinches. Gazimagomedov tries to stall but Magomedhanov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedhanov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magomedhanov tries to circle away but Gazimagomedov has him pinned against the cage. Gazimagomedov wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mukhammadgafur Gazimagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Gazimagomedov jumps guard but Magomedhanov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Gazimagomedov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Magomedhanov just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2# Magomedhanov jumps guard and drags Gazimagomedov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Gazimagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Magomedhanov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Gazimagomedov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Gazimagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Magomedhanov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The ground and pound from Gazimagomedov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T2# Gazimagomedov trying to control the action but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. Magomedhanov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Magomedhanov is trying to stand up here but Gazimagomedov is controlling him well. Magomedhanov is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Magomedhanov wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Gazimagomedov.
#T3##SUB# Gazimagomedov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB# Magomedhanov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gazimagomedov. Gazimagomedov looking to control but Magomedhanov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Magomedhanov manages to regain half guard. Good work. #ES2# Magomedhanov manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T4# Gazimagomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Magomedhanov defends it nicely. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2# Magomedhanov clinches with his opponent.
Gazimagomedov is trying to drag Magomedhanov to the mat but Magomedhanov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Gazimagomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Magomedhanov pulls him back up using the underhooks. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Gazimagomedov looking for a takedown. Magomedhanov is trying to break free. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3##CL2# Magomedhanov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gazimagomedov, pushing him back against the cage. Gazimagomedov is trying to drag Magomedhanov to the mat but Magomedhanov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Gazimagomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Magomedhanov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2# Magomedhanov closes the distance and clinches. A frustrated look appears on Magomedhanov's face as he tries to break the clinch. Gazimagomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mukhammadgafur Gazimagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Magomedhanov jumps guard and drags Gazimagomedov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Magomedhanov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Magomedhanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gazimagomedov defends it easily.#T1##SUB2# Magomedhanov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gazimagomedov stacks Magomedhanov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Gazimagomedov! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Magomedhanov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU# Gazimagomedov decides to take the fight back to the feet. Mukhammadgafur Gazimagomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Gazimagomedov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Magomedhanov's waist but Magomedhanov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Gazimagomedov off to one side. Gazimagomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Magomedhanov sprawls well. He's pushed Gazimagomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2# Magomedhanov rushes Gazimagomedov and presses him up against the cage.#BC# Gazimagomedov breaks from the clinch.
#CL2# Magomedhanov instigates a clinch. Magomedhanov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T2# Gazimagomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Magomedhanov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2# Magomedhanov moves into the clinch successfully.
Gazimagomedov is working for takedown but Magomedhanov is calmly controlling the position for now. Magomedhanov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2# Magomedhanov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Gazimagomedov uses from the top position. Magomedhanov keeping moving, preventing Gazimagomedov from controlling successfully. Magomedhanov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Gazimagomedov has passed into side control.
#ES2# Magomedhanov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T3# Gazimagomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Despite the aggression on Magomedhanov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Magomedhanov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Gazimagomedov wants to clinch up but Magomedhanov keeps it at a distance. Magomedhanov throws an overhand right that lands on Gazimagomedov's shoulder, as Gazimagomedov tries to avoid the shot. #CL2# Magomedhanov has Gazimagomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
Gazimagomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gazimagomedov is trying to force a seperation but Magomedhanov has the dominant position.#TD2# Magomedhanov pulls guard. Gazimagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#SUB2# Magomedhanov working for submissions but it's allowed Gazimagomedov to get to half guard.
#T4# Gazimagomedov wants to pass to mount but Magomedhanov is defending the position. #SUB2# Magomedhanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Gazimagomedov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Mukhammadgafur Gazimagomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Rashid Magomedhanov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Magomedhanov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gazimagomedov.
And that's the end of the fight! Rashid Magomedhanov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Magomedhanov 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30 Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30 Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rashid Magomedhanov!
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Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1# Magomedhanov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gazimagomedov. Gazimagomedov moves in looking to clinch but Magomedhanov pushes him off. A big right from Magomedhanov misses. #CL# Magomedhanov moves into range and clinches up with Gazimagomedov. Gazimagomedov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Gazimagomedov wants to stand but Magomedhanov is controlling his posture from full guard. Gazimagomedov trying to control but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. Magomedhanov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magomedhanov tries to get out of the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gazimagomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Let's hope that Gazimagomedov 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.#T1# We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Gazimagomedov. Gazimagomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Magomedhanov has wrist control. Gazimagomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedhanov swivels though and keeps the full guard. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL# Magomedhanov clinches up against the cage.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Gazimagomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but Magomedhanov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Gazimagomedov fails to pull guard.
Gazimagomedov misses with a body punch.
Gazimagomedov stalling.
#TD2# Gazimagomedov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Magomedhanov uses from the top position. Magomedhanov looking to pass the guard. Gazimagomedov 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# Magomedhanov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gazimagomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Magomedhanov has managed to get both his arms back between Gazimagomedov's legs - danger averted. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Gazimagomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Gazimagomedov, not yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Gazimagomedov looking to control.
Magomedhanov tries to free his leg and advance position but Gazimagomedov is retaining full guard. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Magomedhanov stopping the sweep attempt from Gazimagomedov.#SUB# Magomedhanov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gazimagomedov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gazimagomedov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gazimagomedov! #REVB# Magomedhanov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gazimagomedov off and has taken his back!#T4# Magomedhanov is hanging on to Gazimagomedov's back as he tries to escape.
Gazimagomedov turns into Magomedhanov and is now in his guard.
#SUB2# Gazimagomedov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Magomedhanov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gazimagomedov, into his guard. #REVR# Magomedhanov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Gazimagomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gazimagomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Magomedhanov loads up on a big right hand but Gazimagomedov slips the punch.#CL# Magomedhanov closes the distance and pushes Gazimagomedov back into the cage. Magomedhanov is trying to force a seperation but Gazimagomedov has the dominant position. Magomedhanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Gazimagomedov's efforts to push away. Gazimagomedov keeps control of Magomedhanov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Magomedhanov stops a takedown attempt from Gazimagomedov.
Gazimagomedov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Magomedhanov jumps guard but Gazimagomedov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gazimagomedov is trying to drag Magomedhanov to the mat but Magomedhanov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukhammadgafur Gazimagomedov. Magomedhanov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T1##TD# Magomedhanov manages to pull guard.
#SUB# Gazimagomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedhanov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gazimagomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedhanov's legs - danger averted. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Gazimagomedov wants to stand but Magomedhanov is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2# Gazimagomedov 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. Magomedhanov keeping moving, preventing Gazimagomedov from controlling successfully. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB# Magomedhanov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Gazimagomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magomedhanov's guard. Magomedhanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gazimagomedov can do to turn this around? Gazimagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedhanov keeps working. Gazimagomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Magomedhanov is trying to stand up here but Gazimagomedov is controlling him well. #T3# Magomedhanov is staying active underneath Gazimagomedov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Magomedhanov throws a nice looking combination but Gazimagomedov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Gazimagomedov shoots for a takedown but Magomedhanov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Magomedhanov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL# Magomedhanov moves into range and clinches up with Gazimagomedov. Magomedhanov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Gazimagomedov.
#BC2# Gazimagomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Gazimagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Magomedhanov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gazimagomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Gazimagomedov shoots in and drives through. Magomedhanov sprawls well. Magomedhanov scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4##CL# Magomedhanov moves into the clinch. Magomedhanov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Gazimagomedov up against the cage. Magomedhanov tries to land knees in the clinch but Gazimagomedov avoids the damage to the body. Come on Magomedhanov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Magomedhanov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Gazimagomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedhanov avoids the damage to the body. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Gazimagomedov fails to pull guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3##CL# Magomedhanov has Gazimagomedov up against the cage in a clinch.
Gazimagomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gazimagomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gazimagomedov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Magomedhanov smiles and moves away.
Magomedhanov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gazimagomedov. Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mukhammadgafur Gazimagomedov. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gazimagomedov throws a right and a left that Magomedhanov avoids nicely. Gazimagomedov fails with a takedown attempt. Gazimagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Magomedhanov lands a nice shot that snaps Gazimagomedov's head back.
#T1##CL# Magomedhanov has managed to clinch.
#TD# Magomedhanov jumps into guard, dragging Gazimagomedov to the mat.
Gazimagomedov trying to control but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. Magomedhanov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. Gazimagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedhanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Gazimagomedov controlling from the top position. Gazimagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2##SUB# Gazimagomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB# Magomedhanov looking for a guillotine here but Gazimagomedov defends easily.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Gazimagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Magomedhanov defends well and Gazimagomedov ends up having to push Magomedhanov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Magomedhanov throws a nice looking combination but Gazimagomedov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Magomedhanov defending well as Gazimagomedov loads up on a big left hand. Magomedhanov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Gazimagomedov fails with a takedown attempt. #T3# Magomedhanov lunges at Gazimagomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gazimagomedov's hand. Magomedhanov stuffs the takedown.#CL# Magomedhanov clinches up against the cage. Gazimagomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Magomedhanov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Rashid Magomedhanov has scored more points in the clinch so far. Gazimagomedov prevents the takedown attempt.
Gazimagomedov is trying to pull guard but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Magomedhanov prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD# Magomedhanov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Gazimagomedov uses from the top position. Gazimagomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2# Gazimagomedov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4# Gazimagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Magomedhanov keeping full guard, as Gazimagomedov tries to pass. Gazimagomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Magomedhanov pushes Gazimagomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Gazimagomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
And that's the end of the fight! Rashid Magomedhanov showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Magomedhanov, 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27 Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rashid Magomedhanov!
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Date: Sep 05, 2019 |
#R1##CL# Magomedhanov has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD# Magomedhanov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Magomedhanov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jang on the ground. Magomedhanov not landing any meaningful shots this time. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Magomedhanov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jang trying to control from the bottom.
Jang works his way to full guard. Good work. Magomedhanov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2# Jang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU# Jang is working an open guard so Magomedhanov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL# Magomedhanov moves into the clinch. Jang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Magomedhanov just stands there and leans against the cage. Jang can't break the clinch.
#T1# Magomedhanov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jang backwards. Jang tries to circle away but Magomedhanov has him pinned against the cage. Magomedhanov tries for a takedown but Jang manages to get underhooks.
#TD# Magomedhanov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Jang regains half guard, as Magomedhanov was trying to land strikes. Jang works his way to full guard. Good work. Jang is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jang is on top in guard.
#REVB##T2# Jang trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedhanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Jang is looking to stand up but Magomedhanov won't let him. Magomedhanov wants to stand and escape but Jang is having none of it. Magomedhanov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magomedhanov tries to get out of the position. Jang trying to control but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. #SU2# Jang stands up and waves to Magomedhanov to follow him. Jang takes one to the chin there.#T3##CL# Magomedhanov moves into the clinch. Jang looking for a takedown. #TD2# Jang ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Jang no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Jang wants to stand up but Magomedhanov is controlling him. Magomedhanov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Jang controls Magomedhanov momentarily but Magomedhanov frees himself. Magomedhanov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Magomedhanov trying to move into half guard but instead Jang has managed to sweep!#REVB# Jang advances position into side control!#T4# Jang wants to control but Magomedhanov is keeping him busy. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Magomedhanov throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land. #SU2# Jang stands up. #CL# Magomedhanov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Magomedhanov.
Jang looking for a takedown. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Rashid Magomedhanov 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# Magomedhanov leaves Jang with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Jang connects with a high kick. #CUT2# It looks like Rashid Magomedhanov has been cut.#CL# Magomedhanov has managed to clinch.
Jang wants a takedown.
Jang changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Magomedhanov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shik Jang. Magomedhanov scores with a jab.#CL# Magomedhanov gets in close and instigates a clinch. Jang trying to stall but Magomedhanov improves his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magomedhanov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jang walks away with a smile on his face. Magomedhanov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Jang shoots in but no luck this time. #CL# Magomedhanov instigates a clinch. #TD# Magomedhanov pulls guard. #T1# Jang pushing down on Magomedhanov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Jang sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Magomedhanov defending well though. Magomedhanov wants to improve his position but Jang is controlling well.
#SU2# Jang decides to stand up. #CL# Jang gets tackled into the cage by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov maintains the clinch. Magomedhanov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jang smiles and moves away.
Jang shoots in for a double leg but Magomedhanov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jang shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedhanov but Magomedhanov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2# Magomedhanov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Jang shoots for a double leg takedown but Magomedhanov sprawls well. He's pushed Jang's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Jang is breathing heavily.#CL# Magomedhanov rushes Jang and presses him up against the cage.#TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Magomedhanov tries to land a sweep but no joy. Jang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedhanov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #ES# Magomedhanov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Jang tries to clinch up but Magomedhanov circles away and keeps his distance. Nice defenses there by Jang. Magomedhanov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T3##CL# Magomedhanov closes the distance and clinches.#TD# Magomedhanov successfully pulls guard.
Jang trying to control but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. Magomedhanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jang can do to turn this around?#SUB# Magomedhanov has an active guard here but Jang has managed to pass into half guard.
#T4# Magomedhanov is looking to escape. Magomedhanov is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# Jang is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magomedhanov is just riding it out for now. Jang eventually gives up the hold. #SUB# Magomedhanov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Jang passes into side control! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Rashid Magomedhanov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Jang fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL# Jang tries to keep at a distance but Magomedhanov has taken the fight into the clinch. Jang tries to break the clinch but Magomedhanov is controlling the position. #TD2# Jang pulls guard successfully.
Magomedhanov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jang swivels though and keeps the full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magomedhanov won't allow Jang to sweep him here. #SU# Magomedhanov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Rashid Magomedhanov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##CL# Jang tries to keep at a distance but Magomedhanov has taken the fight into the clinch. Magomedhanov tries to break the clinch but Jang is controlling the position. Jang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Magomedhanov walks away with a smile on his face. Jang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Jang dives in for a single leg takedown but Magomedhanov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shik Jang. Magomedhanov stuffs the takedown attempt from Jang. Jang gets slowly back to his feet. Magomedhanov looks to land a combination but Jang avoids it well. #CL# Magomedhanov drives through and clinches with Jang against the cage.
Jang keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magomedhanov's efforts to push away. Jang tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD# Magomedhanov successfully pulls guard.
#T2# Jang forces his way into half guard. Magomedhanov wants to improve his position but Jang is controlling well.
Jang trying to control from half guard but Magomedhanov is working away. Magomedhanov wants to get back to full guard. Magomedhanov is staying active underneath Jang, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #ES# Magomedhanov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Jang keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. With the fighters up against the cage, Jang throws an elbow but misses. #T3##TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Jang wants to control from the top but Magomedhanov keeps moving. Magomedhanov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Jang puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. Magomedhanov looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SU2# Jang stands up out of the half guard. #CL# Magomedhanov closes the distance and pushes Jang back into the cage. Jang fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Rashid Magomedhanov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD# Magomedhanov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Jang regains guard immediately. #ES2# Jang has his feet on Magomedhanov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4# Jang shoots in but no luck this time. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magomedhanov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL# Magomedhanov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD# Jang is fighting off a takedown attempt but Magomedhanov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Jang to the mat. Jang regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Jang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Magomedhanov cracks Jang with a solid left hand. Jang working a defensive guard here.
Magomedhanov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that's the end of the fight! Rashid Magomedhanov showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Magomedhanov, 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27 Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rashid Magomedhanov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 28, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# Magomedhanov gets in close and instigates a clinch. Magomedhanov looking for a takedown. Volkov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magomedhanov to keep the fight standing. Volkov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2# Magomedhanov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Magomedhanov moves into range and clinches up with Volkov. Magomedhanov wants a takedown but no success here.
Volkov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Magomedhanov just stands there and leans against the cage. Volkov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maksim Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him. Magomedhanov tries for a takedown but Volkov manages to get underhooks.
#BC2# Magomedhanov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magomedhanov stuffs the takedown. Volkov wants to clinch.#CL2# Magomedhanov closes the distance and pushes Volkov back into the cage.#T1# Magomedhanov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Volkov after a bit of a struggle. Magomedhanov wants to break free but Volkov has control.
#TD# Volkov gets control of Magomedhanov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Volkov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#ES# Volkov pushes Magomedhanov off and gets back to his feet.
Magomedhanov misses with a few strikes there.
Volkov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Magomedhanov. Volkov shoots in for a takedown but Magomedhanov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. It seemed like Magomedhanov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2# Magomedhanov darts in and clinches Volkov up against the cage. Volkov wants a takedown.
Volkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Magomedhanov after a bit of a struggle. #BC2# Magomedhanov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Magomedhanov jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2# Magomedhanov darts in and clinches Volkov up against the cage.#BC2# Magomedhanov manages to break the clinch.
Magomedhanov connects with the punch.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magomedhanov swats him away and circles back towards the center. Magomedhanov throws the left hand but Volkov avoids the punch easily. Volkov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Volkov is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Volkov misses with a takedown attempt - Magomedhanov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2# Magomedhanov rushes Volkov and presses him up against the cage. Volkov jumps guard but Magomedhanov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2# Magomedhanov manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# Magomedhanov moves into range and clinches up with Volkov.#TD2# Magomedhanov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Volkov regains guard immediately. #SUB# Magomedhanov wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Volkov's closed guard. He's half up but Volkov has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Volkov pivots and extends the arm, Magomedhanov falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Volkov! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Maksim Volkov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 25, 2019 |
#R1# Jang goes for a double leg but Magomedhanov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Magomedhanov continues to drive forward. The fight stays on the outside here - Jang looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Magomedhanov misses with a two punch combination.
Jang drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Magomedhanov defends it well. Magomedhanov is breathing heavily.#CL# Magomedhanov forces Jang back against the cage and clinches. Jang has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Magomedhanov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Jang is looking to break free of the clinch but Magomedhanov has double underhooks. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jang has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Magomedhanov after a bit of a struggle. Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shik Jang. Jang tries to score a body lock takedown but Magomedhanov shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Magomedhanov prevents Jang from breaking the clinch. Magomedhanov slows down the pace here.
#T1# Jang tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Magomedhanov trying to land knees to the body.
Jang wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedhanov won't allow it.
Magomedhanov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jang.
Jang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Magomedhanov is trying to pull guard but Jang has him pressed against the cage. Jang tries to stall but Magomedhanov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Magomedhanov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Magomedhanov is pressed up against the cage. Jang has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Magomedhanov down to the mat. Magomedhanov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Jang shoots for a takedown but Magomedhanov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Jang misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Rashid Magomedhanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Magomedhanov has closed the distance and engaged Jang in a clinch.
#TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2# Jang stands and steps away. Magomedhanov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Jang closes the distance and clinches up with Magomedhanov, looking for a takedown. Jang pushes Magomedhanov against the cage but Magomedhanov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Left hook, right uppercut from Magomedhanov. Jang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magomedhanov paws at him with a jab and circles away. Jang shoots in for a takedown but Magomedhanov shows good takedown defense. #T3# Jang goes for a double leg but Magomedhanov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Magomedhanov continues to drive forward. It looked like Magomedhanov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Magomedhanov lands an overhand right.#CL# Magomedhanov clinches up against the cage. Magomedhanov tries to break free but Jang pushes him back against the cage. Jang wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
Magomedhanov wants a takedown.
Jang tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedhanov avoids the damage to the body. A shot in the inside from Magomedhanov. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedhanov as Jang tries to tie him up. #TD2# Jang jumps guard and drags Magomedhanov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Magomedhanov is looking to stand up but Jang won't let him. #T4# Jang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jang bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedhanov's guard. #REVB# Magomedhanov wants to stand up but Jang is controlling him. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Jang trying to control but Magomedhanov is working from the bottom. Magomedhanov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rashid Magomedhanov 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# Jang fails with a takedown attempt. Magomedhanov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Magomedhanov dodges the punch combination from Jang.
Jang tries to clinch up.#CL# Magomedhanov drives through and clinches with Jang against the cage.
Magomedhanov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Jang is trying to pull guard but Magomedhanov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Magomedhanov wants to break free but Jang has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Jang jumps guard but Magomedhanov stands there with Jang around his waist. Jang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shik Jang. Magomedhanov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jang gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T1# Jang tries to pull guard but Magomedhanov forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Jang fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jang wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jang tries to break the clinch but Magomedhanov is controlling the position. Jang tries to pull guard but Magomedhanov forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Jang tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedhanov prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD# Magomedhanov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Jang uses from the top position. #T2# Magomedhanov wants to stand and escape but Jang is having none of it. #SUB# Magomedhanov has his foot on Jang's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jang works his way back into a safe position though.#SU2# Jang stands and steps away. Magomedhanov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jang. Magomedhanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jang can do to turn this around? Jang fails in his attempt to clinch. Magomedhanov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Magomedhanov throws a poor cross that misses
and Jang counters with a low kick, right behind Magomedhanov 's knee. #CL# Magomedhanov clinches up against the cage. Magomedhanov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2# Jang has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Magomedhanov uses from the top position. #T3##SUB2# Jang is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Jang is trying to keep Magomedhanov in close.
#SUB2# Jang has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magomedhanov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# Jang has his foot on Magomedhanov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedhanov works his way back into a safe position though.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Magomedhanov wants to pass the guard but Jang is keeping the position. Magomedhanov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Jang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Magomedhanov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Magomedhanov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Jang puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. Jang works his foot free and advances to mount. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Jang is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Magomedhanov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Magomedhanov shrugs it off. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rashid Magomedhanov will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round! #R3# Jang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Jang lands a head kick!
Magomedhanov throws a right and a left that Jang avoids nicely. Jang is looking to clinch but Magomedhanov is avoiding it.
Jang shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Magomedhanov defends it nicely. Jang shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magomedhanov as he jumps to the side. Magomedhanov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jang changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Magomedhanov tries to avoid it but Jang manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Magomedhanov to the ground. Magomedhanov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Rashid Magomedhanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shik Jang.#CL# Jang gets tackled into the cage by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov maintains the clinch. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Magomedhanov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Magomedhanov is pressed up against the cage. Jang has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Magomedhanov down to the mat. Magomedhanov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1# Jang shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedhanov but Magomedhanov pushes him off and we're back to square one. Jang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL# Magomedhanov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Magomedhanov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jang.
Jang is trying to pull guard but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. A frustrated look appears on Magomedhanov's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Magomedhanov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedhanov keeps control of Jang as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Magomedhanov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jang.
Magomedhanov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jang.
Jang fails to pull guard.
Jang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magomedhanov to keep the fight standing. Magomedhanov is trying to break the clinch but Jang has him pressed against the cage. Jang drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Magomedhanov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jang on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T3# Jang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Magomedhanov is pressed up against the cage. Jang has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Magomedhanov down to the mat. Magomedhanov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL# Magomedhanov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Magomedhanov jumps guard but Jang turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Jang is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Jang tries to score a body lock takedown but Magomedhanov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD# Magomedhanov drags the fight down to the ground.
Magomedhanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jang is one step ahead there. #SU2# Jang decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Magomedhanov, up you get! #T4# Magomedhanov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jang. Rashid Magomedhanov is winning the standup battle so far. Magomedhanov slaps away a takedown attempt from Jang, before circling back to the center of the mat. Rashid Magomedhanov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Magomedhanov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL# Magomedhanov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Jang is trying to maintain a safe position but Magomedhanov gets an underhook and turns Jang into the cage. Rashid Magomedhanov has scored more points in the clinch so far. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Jang is trying to pull guard but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage.#TD# Magomedhanov jumps guard and drags Jang to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Shik Jang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Rashid Magomedhanov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Magomedhanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jang is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight! Rashid Magomedhanov showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Magomedhanov, 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27 Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rashid Magomedhanov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 22, 2019 |
#R1##CL# Magomedhanov clinches. Magomedhanov looking for a takedown. Choi misses with an elbow over the top. Choi is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Magomedhanov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Choi throws a knee to the head but misses.
Choi wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedhanov won't allow it.
Choi throws a knee to the head but misses.
Choi is trying to push Magomedhanov away but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Choi has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Magomedhanov tries to circle away but Choi has him pinned against the cage. Magomedhanov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD# Magomedhanov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Choi can't fight it off and eventually Magomedhanov manages to take the fight to the floor. Choi looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Magomedhanov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magomedhanov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Magomedhanov throws a strike but Choi rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T1# Choi throws a big right hand that misses. Magomedhanov wants to stand up but Choi is controlling him. #SUB# Magomedhanov looking for a guillotine here but Choi defends easily.
Magomedhanov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magomedhanov tries to get out of the position. Magomedhanov tries to strike from the bottom.
Magomedhanov has a closed guard, preventing Choi from standing up. #SUB# Magomedhanov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Magomedhanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Choi defends it easily. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Choi lands a couple of elbows. Magomedhanov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Choi dives into side control.
Magomedhanov tries to improve position but can't. #SU2# Choi decides to stand up, so the ref orders Magomedhanov to his feet. #T3##CL# Magomedhanov gets a clinch. Magomedhanov struggles to land a body shot inside as Choi controls his hands.
Choi misses with the head strike.
Choi misses with a short punch on the inside. Choi is trying to break the clinch but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Choi is trying to break the clinch but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Choi wants to break free but Magomedhanov has control.
Choi has Magomedhanov pressed against the cage, preventing Magomedhanov from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Choi misses with a short punch on the inside. Magomedhanov tries for a takedown but Choi manages to get underhooks.
Choi tries to circle away but Magomedhanov has him pinned against the cage. Magomedhanov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Choi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rashid Magomedhanov. That's going to take a lot out of him. Magomedhanov lands a body punch in the clinch. Choi misses with an elbow over the top. Choi lands with a left to the head. Choi throws an elbow that misses.
Choi has Magomedhanov pressed against the cage, preventing Magomedhanov from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Choi has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedhanov.
#T4# Choi working hard to break the clinch. Magomedhanov has Choi pressed against the cage, preventing Choi from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Choi scores with a nice hook to the head. Choi throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedhanov. Choi misses with the head strike.
Choi tries a knee to the head but Magomedhanov blocks it.
Magomedhanov prevents Choi from breaking the clinch. Choi tries to break free but Magomedhanov pushes him back against the cage. Choi pushes off an throws an elbow but Magomedhanov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Magomedhanov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Choi is trying to push Magomedhanov away but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Choi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedhanov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Magomedhanov striking off his back but it's not causing Choi any problems. #SUB2# Choi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Choi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Seung Kwan Choi dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Choi loads up on a big right hand but Magomedhanov slips the punch. Magomedhanov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Choi. Choi circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Magomedhanov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Choi.
Magomedhanov misses with the combination.
Choi cracks Magomedhanov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Choi looks to land a combination but Magomedhanov avoids it well. Good shot there by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Choi wants to clinch up but Magomedhanov keeps it at a distance. Magomedhanov misses with a wild combination.
No joy there for Choi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL# Magomedhanov clinches. Choi misses with a punch on the inside.
Choi pushes off an throws an elbow but Magomedhanov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB# Magomedhanov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1# Choi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Choi sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magomedhanov's guard. #SUB# Magomedhanov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Magomedhanov actively working from the bottom here. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Magomedhanov tries to get to full guard but Choi has control of the leg. #SUB2# Choi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Choi seems to be working for a kimura but Magomedhanov defends the submission attempt. Choi trying to mount his opponent but Magomedhanov defends it. Choi stops Magomedhanov from getting back to his feet.
Magomedhanov wants to get back to full guard. Magomedhanov is trying to stand back up but Choi is controlling him
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3# Magomedhanov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Magomedhanov lands a jab to the head.
Choi tries to clinch but Magomedhanov moves out of range. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Magomedhanov swats away the attempt to clinch by Choi. Magomedhanov is looking for a counter combo. Choi looks to land a combination but Magomedhanov avoids it well. Rashid Magomedhanov is winning the standup battle so far. Choi tries to clinch up. Magomedhanov staying out of range there. Magomedhanov circles away from the clinch attempt.
A jab from Choi misses. Magomedhanov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Choi's hands. Choi fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL# Choi gets tackled into the cage by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov maintains the clinch. Choi lands with a light punch inside. Choi can't break the clinch.
Choi wants to break the clinch but can't.
Seung Kwan Choi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Choi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Choi working aggressively here.
#T4# Choi has had enough of the clinch but Magomedhanov keeps him there for the moment.#BC# Magomedhanov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Choi tries to clinch up but Magomedhanov circles away and keeps his distance. Magomedhanov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Choi throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A decent looking cross lands there for Choi.#CL# Magomedhanov clinches with his opponent.
Choi is trying to break free. Magomedhanov avoids the elbow strike from Choi, against the cage.
#TD# Magomedhanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedhanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Choi forces his way into half guard. Choi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Magomedhanov defending well though. Choi passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Magomedhanov! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rashid Magomedhanov will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Choi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magomedhanov paws at him with a jab and circles away. Choi tries to clinch but Magomedhanov moves out of range. Magomedhanov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Choi.
Magomedhanov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Choi on the side of the head. Magomedhanov swats away the attempt to clinch by Choi. Magomedhanov lands with an uppercut that bounces Choi off the cage and back into range. Magomedhanov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magomedhanov misses with a few strikes there.
Choi swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Choi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Choi fails to land with a series of punches.
Magomedhanov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Magomedhanov looks to land a combination. Choi sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Magomedhanov keeps the fight on the outside. Jab from Choi. Choi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Choi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magomedhanov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1# Choi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magomedhanov swats him away and circles back towards the center. Magomedhanov cracks Choi with an open hand slap. Choi is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Magomedhanov. Choi tries to clinch but Magomedhanov moves out of range. Choi is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Magomedhanov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magomedhanov throws a hook but Choi avoids it easily.#CL# Magomedhanov closes the distance and clinches. Choi tries to break free but Magomedhanov pushes him back against the cage. Choi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# Magomedhanov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. A nice combination there by Magomedhanov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Magomedhanov dodges the punch combination from Choi.
#CL# Choi gets tackled into the cage by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov maintains the clinch. A frustrated look appears on Choi's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2# Choi is trying to break the clinch but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage. Choi lands an elbow inside that Magomedhanov shrugs off. Choi is trying to push Magomedhanov away but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Choi throws an elbow that misses.
Magomedhanov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Choi just stands there and leans against the cage. Choi swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedhanov uses good head movement to avoid it. Choi lands an elbow inside. Choi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magomedhanov's efforts to push away. Choi is trying to push Magomedhanov away but Magomedhanov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Choi with a knee to the head.
Choi throws an elbow that misses.
Choi prevents Magomedhanov from breaking the clinch.#TD# Magomedhanov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Choi uses from the top position. #T3##SU2# Choi gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Choi tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedhanov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Choi wants to clinch up but Magomedhanov keeps it at a distance. Magomedhanov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Magomedhanov scores with a sloppy right hand. Choi should have avoided that one. Magomedhanov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Choi circles away quickly and effectively. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Choi, as that shot connected.
Choi doesn't manage to clinch there - Magomedhanov circles away.
Magomedhanov lands a nice shot that snaps Choi's head back.
Choi keeps the fight on the outside. Magomedhanov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Choi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Magomedhanov dodges the punch combination from Choi.
Choi misses with a wild combination.
#CL# Choi gets tackled into the cage by Magomedhanov. Magomedhanov maintains the clinch. #T4# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Magomedhanov is looking for a takedown. Choi tries to land a knee to the head but Magomedhanov blocks with his arms.
A short right from Choi. Magomedhanov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Magomedhanov keeps control of Choi as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Choi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#TD# Magomedhanov pulls guard successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Magomedhanov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Choi has picked Magomedhanov up and slammed him! Magomedhanov can't keep hold of the triangle and Choi manages to pass to side control! Choi working the ground and pound from side control. Choi scoring with punches and elbows. Magomedhanov tries to bench press Choi off him but Choi keeps the position. Seung Kwan Choi has got the better of the ground game so far. Choi throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
And that's the end of the fight! Rashid Magomedhanov showed his dominance in that final round. I think Magomedhanov 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28 Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rashid Magomedhanov!
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