Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2020

#R1#
Popov shoots for a double leg takedown but Batista sprawls well. He's pushed Popov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Batista will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Popov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Batista shoots in but no luck this time.
Popov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Batista looks winded!
Popov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Popov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Batista eats them both and turns towards Popov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Batista fails with the takedown#CL#
and Popov moves into the clinch.
Oleg Popov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.#BC#
Popov breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Batista stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Batista wants it to stay on the feet.
Popov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Batista sprawls well. Batista wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Popov gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Popov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Batista wants to clinch.
Popov really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Batista shoots in for a takedown but Popov shows good takedown defense.
Popov darts in looking for a takedown but Batista gets double underhooks and turns Popov into the cage.
Batista fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Popov looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Batista leaves Popov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2##CL#
Popov rushes Batista and presses him up against the cage.
Batista keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Popov's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Batista's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Batista.
Batista has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#CL#
Batista gets tackled into the cage by Popov. Popov maintains the clinch.
Popov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Batista pulls his leg out and moves away.
Popov fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Batista shoots in for a takedown but Popov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Batista fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Popov is out of range.
Batista wants to clinch up but Popov keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Batista tries to keep at a distance but Popov has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Batista breaks from the clinch.
Batista is looking to clinch.
Popov is looking to counter with a body kick.
Popov fails with the takedown.#T4##CL#
Popov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Popov gets underhooks to prevent Batista's takedown attempt.
Popov wants to break free but Batista has control. #BC#
Popov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Popov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Popov moves into the clinch successfully.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Popov is trying to push Batista away but Batista has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Popov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Batista has him pressed against the cage.
Popov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Batista fights it off and pushes away nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Popov 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##CL#
Popov moves into the clinch.
Batista tries to break free but Popov pushes him back against the cage.
Popov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Batista keeps control of Popov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Popov has Batista pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Batista manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Popov jumps guard and drags Batista to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Popov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Batista can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popov pulls Batista in close to prevent any damage.
Batista has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Popov is proving hard to escape from.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##SUB#
Popov has his foot on Batista's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Batista works his way back into a safe position though.
Popov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Popov working for a triangle but Batista defends it easily.
Batista tries to stand but Popov is controlling from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Popov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Popov clinches with his opponent.
Popov tries to circle away but Batista has him pinned against the cage.
Batista stalling against the cage.
Popov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Batista up against the cage.#TD#
Popov manages to pull guard. #T3#
Popov keeping moving, preventing Batista from controlling successfully.
Popov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Batista trying to control but Popov is working from the bottom.
Popov is pulling down on Batista's head. It's preventing any offense from Batista, at least for the moment.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Popov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Popov pulls Batista in to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Popov tries to close the distance and clinch but Batista swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Popov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Batista keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Batista wants to control but Popov is keeping busy.
Popov works his foot free and advances to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Popov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Popov looks for a takedown but Batista sprawls well.#CL#
Popov pushes Batista up against the cage in a clinch.
Batista is working for takedown but Popov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Popov working hard to break the clinch.
Batista tries to throw a body punch but Popov avoids it by throwing Batista back against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista tries to pull guard but Popov won't allow it.
Popov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Popov is looking for a takedown.
Popov tries to pull guard but Batista holds him up against the cage and eventually Popov drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Popov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Popov prevents Batista from breaking the clinch.#TD#
Popov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Batista uses from the top position. #ES#
Popov kicks Batista off and gets to his feet.
Popov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Popov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Batista tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL2#
Batista pushes Popov up against the cage in a clinch.
Batista is leaning against Popov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2#
Batista leaning against his opponent.
Popov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Popov wants to take the fight to the mat but Batista manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Batista tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Popov smiles and moves away. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Batista tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Popov tries a knee to the head but Batista blocks it.
Popov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T3##TD#
Popov drags the fight down to the ground.
Batista works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Popov is trying to stand.
Popov is trying to maintain the position but Batista is very close to passing his half guard.
Batista throws a strike but Popov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Batista advances position into side control!
Batista trying to control the action but Popov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Popov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Batista's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Popov is holding on to half guard well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Popov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Popov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Popov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2020

#R1#
Batista throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batista looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Batista dives in and grabs Weerawatnodom's left leg, looking for a takedown. Weerawatnodom pushes down on Batista's head and hops out.
Batista misses with a body kick.
Weerawatnodom throws a head kick that Batista semi-blocks. #CUT2#
It looks like Rodrigo Batista has been cut.
Weerawatnodom throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Batista crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Poramet Weerawatnodom!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 20, 2020

#R1##CL#
Batista instigates a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Batista.
Smolyakov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Batista's elbow.
Batista tries to score a body lock takedown but Smolyakov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Batista drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smolyakov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Batista blocks a head kick by Smolyakov.
Smolyakov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Batista swats away the attempt to clinch by Smolyakov.#CL#
Batista moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista slows down the pace here.
Smolyakov struggles to land a body shot inside as Batista controls his hands. #T1#
Smolyakov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Batista walks away with a smile on his face. Smolyakov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Smolyakov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Batista manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smolyakov tries to close the distance and clinch but Batista swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smolyakov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Smolyakov wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smolyakov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Batista sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Smolyakov somewhat.
Smolyakov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Batista paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smolyakov throws a low kick, looking for Batista's leg but Batista calmly moves out of range.
Batista was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smolyakov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Batista looking to score a takedown here. Smolyakov is defending well but Batista drives through and ends up in Smolyakov's guard.
Batista is breathing heavily.
Batista slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Smolyakov working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Smolyakov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Batista puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Batista controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smolyakov is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Batista passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Smolyakov!
Batista throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Smolyakov is looking to get to half guard.
Smolyakov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Batista looking to ground and pound but Smolyakov is blocking nicely.
Smolyakov wants to control but Batista is having none of it.
Batista content just to control the position here.
Batista really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Smolyakov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Batista content just to control the position here.
Smolyakov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Batista controlling the pace for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Smolyakov is looking to clinch but Batista is avoiding it.
Smolyakov tries for a takedown but Batista sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Batista misses with a head kick.
Smolyakov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Batista counters with a series of strikes. Smolyakov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Smolyakov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Batista shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Smolyakov sprawls well. Smolyakov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Batista gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smolyakov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Batista defends it nicely.
Rodrigo Batista has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Smolyakov.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Smolyakov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Batista is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smolyakov can do to turn this around?
Batista misses with a takedown attempt
and Smolyakov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Smolyakov shoots in for a takedown but Batista shows good takedown defense.
Batista looks for a takedown but Smolyakov sprawls well.
Batista slaps away a takedown attempt from Smolyakov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Smolyakov is looking to clinch.
Smolyakov fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Batista closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
Smolyakov jumps guard but Batista turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Batista on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smolyakov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Batista manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Batista is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Batista manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Smolyakov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Batista with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Batista passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Smolyakov struggling a bit here.
Batista throws an elbow but Smolyakov slips to the side and avoids it well.
Smolyakov is trying to strike from the bottom but Batista has passed into full mount.#SUB#
Batista has hold of Smolyakov's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Smolyakov manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #T4#
Smolyakov squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Batista controlling from mount.
Batista has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smolyakov is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista dominated that second round.
That's time! Batista's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Smolyakov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Batista circles away.
Batista looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Smolyakov is fending him off so far but Batista persists. Nope, Smolyakov circles away and we're back to standing.
Batista shoots for a double leg takedown but Smolyakov sprawls well. He's pushed Batista's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A head kick misses from Smolyakov.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Batista is defended easily by Smolyakov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smolyakov fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smolyakov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Batista darts in looking for a takedown but Smolyakov gets double underhooks and turns Batista into the cage.
Smolyakov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Batista but Batista pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Smolyakov darts in looking for a takedown but Batista gets double underhooks and turns Smolyakov into the cage.
Batista checks the leg kick nicely there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Smolyakov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Smolyakov tries to clinch but Batista moves out of range. #CL#
Batista gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Smolyakov is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Batista manages to break the clinch.
Batista with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Batista shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Smolyakov defends it nicely.
Smolyakov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Smolyakov!
Batista throws a head kick but Smolyakov moves out of range.
Smolyakov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Smolyakov dodges the punch combination from Batista.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smolyakov fails to land with a series of punches.
Smolyakov tries to clinch up but Batista circles away and keeps his distance.
Batista was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Batista shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Smolyakov pinned against the cage. Smolyakov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Smolyakov is looking for the big counter here.
Rodrigo Batista is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Smolyakov shoots in but Batista avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Batista misses with a head kick.
Smolyakov is looking for the big counter here.
Smolyakov closes the distance and clinches up with Batista, looking for a takedown. Smolyakov pushes Batista against the cage but Batista circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Smolyakov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Batista counters with a left to the body.
No luck for Smolyakov with that takedown attempt. #T4##TD#
Batista looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Batista frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Batista thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Smolyakov wants to control but Batista is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Batista controlling the position easily from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodrigo Batista showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Batista has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodrigo Batista!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 18, 2020

#R1#
Lal Tamang looks for a takedown but Batista sprawls well.
Lal Tamang stuffs the takedown.
Lal Tamang fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Batista avoids it really well and circles away.
Lal Tamang tries for a takedown but Batista circles away easily#CL2#
and Batista counters by moving into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aadeep Lal Tamang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batista dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lal Tamang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Batista to keep the fight standing.
Lal Tamang can't get the takedown.
Batista is trying to drag Lal Tamang to the mat but Lal Tamang just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Batista slows down the pace here. #T1#
Batista managing to block the knees to the body from Lal Tamang.
Lal Tamang taking a breather.
Batista is trying to force a seperation but Lal Tamang has the dominant position.
Lal Tamang jumps guard but Batista stands there with Lal Tamang around his waist. Lal Tamang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Batista tries to land knees in the clinch but Lal Tamang avoids the damage to the body.
Batista drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lal Tamang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lal Tamang is trying to maintain a safe position but Batista gets an underhook and turns Lal Tamang into the cage.
Lal Tamang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Batista to keep the fight standing.
Lal Tamang throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Batista blocks it with crossed arms. #TD2#
Batista jumps guard and drags Lal Tamang to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Lal Tamang would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Batista escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lal Tamang gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lal Tamang tries to free his leg and advance position but Batista is retaining full guard. #T3#
Batista looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Batista working a defensive guard here.
Lal Tamang preventing the sweep.
Lal Tamang trying to control but Batista is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Batista trying to keep a closed guard but Lal Tamang is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lal Tamang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Batista shapes to counter with a head kick.
Lal Tamang gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Batista counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Batista. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Batista stops a takedown attempt from Lal Tamang.
Lal Tamang prevents Batista from breaking the clinch.
Lal Tamang wants to take the fight to the mat but Batista manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Batista as Lal Tamang tries to tie him up.
Lal Tamang stops a takedown attempt from Batista.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lal Tamang. #TD2#
Batista has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Lal Tamang uses from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Batista looking for a sweep. Not yet Batista, not yet.
Lal Tamang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Batista is keeping the position for now.
Lal Tamang preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Batista dives in for a single leg takedown but Lal Tamang sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lal Tamang tries for a takedown but Batista sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lal Tamang moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBatista.
Lal Tamang closes the distance and clinches up with Batista, looking for a takedown. Lal Tamang pushes Batista against the cage but Batista circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Batista is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
A combination from Batista does no damage.
Lal Tamang is looking to counter the offense by Batista and move into the clinch.
Lal Tamang is looking to clinch but Batista is avoiding it.
Batista with the counter takedown but Lal Tamang avoids it easily.
Lal Tamang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No luck for Batista with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lal Tamang moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Batista is breathing heavily.
Lal Tamang misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Batista holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Batista is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lal Tamang is defending well.
Aadeep Lal Tamang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
Batista is looking to break free of the clinch but Lal Tamang has double underhooks. #TD2#
Batista decides to pull guard.
Lal Tamang knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Batista on the ground.
Batista looking to control.
Batista keeping moving, preventing Lal Tamang from controlling successfully.
Lal Tamang postures up in Batista's guard and throws a big left but Batista blocks it.
Lal Tamang throws a big elbow that misses.
Lal Tamang trying to control the position from guard on top but Batista is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lal Tamang tries to clinch up.
Lal Tamang stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lal Tamang wants it to stay on the feet.
Lal Tamang is looking to counter the offense by Batista and move into the clinch.
Batista keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lal Tamang shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lal Tamang throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Batista has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Lal Tamang tries to keep at a distance but Batista has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Batista manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Lal Tamang or perhaps it was just good defense by Batista, which made it look bad.
Batista swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Batista goes for a double leg but Lal Tamang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lal Tamang continues to drive forward.
Batista tries a head kick but it misses.
Batista wants to clinch up but Lal Tamang keeps it at a distance.
Batista keeps the fight on the outside.
Batista is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lal Tamang sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lal Tamang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Batista sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lal Tamang somewhat.
Batista feints the counter takedown.
Lal Tamang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Lal Tamang throws a head kick that half lands. #CL2#
Batista instigates a clinch.
Batista is trying to pull guard but Lal Tamang has him pressed against the cage.
Good body shot from Batista.
Batista prevents Lal Tamang from breaking the clinch.
Batista pressing his opponent against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lal Tamang goes for a takedown in the clinch but Batista prevents it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Lal Tamang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Batista. No joy for Lal Tamang on that attempt.
Lal Tamang shoots in but no luck this time.
A leg kick checked by Lal Tamang.
Lal Tamang shoots in but Batista avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aadeep Lal Tamang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batista has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lal Tamang.#CL2#
Batista pushes Lal Tamang up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Batista pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Batista working for a triangle but Lal Tamang defends it easily. #SUB2#
Lal Tamang avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Batista takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Lal Tamang trying to control the position from guard on top but Batista is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lal Tamang looking to pass the guard.
Lal Tamang is fighting to break Batista's control of his arms but Batista is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Batista tries to land a sweep but no joy.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lal Tamang works over Batista with some ground and pound from guard.
Lal Tamang throwing strikes from guard but Batista blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lal Tamang goes for a double leg but Batista avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Batista continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Lal Tamang tries to keep at a distance but Batista has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lal Tamang can't get the takedown.
Lal Tamang is trying to push Batista away but Batista has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lal Tamang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Batista just stands there and leans against the cage.#T3##BC2#
Batista escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lal Tamang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Batista was well out of range. Poor timing from Lal Tamang.
And Batista tries to counter it with a takedown but Lal Tamang pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lal Tamang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Batista paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Batista has Lal Tamang up against the cage in a clinch.
Batista is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lal Tamang gets underhooks to prevent Batista's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Batista breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Batista takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lal Tamang throws a shot to the body.
Lal Tamang will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
Lal Tamang looks for a takedown but Batista sprawls well.
Despite the aggression on Batista's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Batista dives in and grabs Lal Tamang's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lal Tamang pushes down on Batista's head and hops out.
Lal Tamang avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lal Tamang appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Aadeep Lal Tamang is winning the standup battle so far.
Batista takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Batista swats away the attempt to clinch by Lal Tamang.
Aadeep Lal Tamang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rodrigo Batista is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lal Tamang dives in for a single leg takedown but Batista sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Rodrigo Batista.
I've got Batista winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodrigo Batista!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 16, 2020

#R1#
Batista shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Yilmaz defends it nicely.
Yilmaz let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Batista.
Batista moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromYilmaz.
Batista will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Yilmaz scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Yilmaz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Batista works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yilmaz won't allow Batista to sweep him here. #T1##SUB#
Batista has his foot on Yilmaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yilmaz works his way back into a safe position though.
Yilmaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Batista swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yilmaz landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Batista working for a triangle but Yilmaz defends it easily.
Yilmaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #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.
Batista controls Yilmaz momentarily but Yilmaz frees himself.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Yilmaz wants to stand and escape but instead Batista has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Yilmaz controlling Batista's posture. #T3#
Batista wants to control from the top but Yilmaz keeps moving. #SUB2#
Yilmaz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Batista gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yilmaz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Batista might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Yilmaz keeping moving, preventing Batista from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Batista gets caught napping as Yilmaz dives in and scores a takedown. Batista manages to retain guard.#T4#
Batista tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Batista trying to control the position.
Batista thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Yilmaz controlling from the top position.
Batista working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chengiz Yilmaz dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Yilmaz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Yilmaz connects with a nice short shot to Batista's temple.
Yilmaz blocks the strikes from Batista.
Batista is trying to maintain the position but Yilmaz is very close to passing his half guard.
Batista is pressing down on Yilmaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Batista is wriggling around but Yilmaz manages to pass to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yilmaz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Yilmaz wants to stand up but Batista has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T1#
Yilmaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Batista taking some punishment here, with Yilmaz in his half guard.
Chengiz Yilmaz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Yilmaz tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Batista.
Yilmaz controlling the action here.
Batista is trying to control but can't.
Yilmaz is looking to advance position but Batista won't allow it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Yilmaz in particular looking to stall.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Yilmaz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Batista avoids it really well and circles away.
Batista's corner calls for a 1-2. Batista obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Batista avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Batista closes the distance and clinches up with Yilmaz, looking for a takedown. Batista pushes Yilmaz against the cage but Yilmaz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Yilmaz throws a big counter head kick but Batista avoids it with no problem.
Yilmaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Batista swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Batista moves in looking to clinch but Yilmaz pushes him off.#TD2#
Yilmaz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Batista kicks Yilmaz off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
Yilmaz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Batista was covering up waiting for the punch and Yilmaz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Yilmaz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yilmaz looking to pass the guard.
Yilmaz controlling from the top position. #T4#
Yilmaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Batista is retaining full guard.
Batista is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Yilmaz stays in close to Batista's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Batista closes this distance looking for a takedown but Yilmaz circles away.
Yilmaz throws a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chengiz Yilmaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Yilmaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Batista moves away.
Batista lands with a kick to the temple. Yilmaz shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Yilmaz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rodrigo Batista is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A bone on bone clash there as Yilmaz blocks the leg kick. #TD2#
Yilmaz feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES#
Batista pushes Yilmaz off and scrambles back to his feet.
Batista is looking to clinch.
Batista throws a right hand that Yilmaz ducks under and follows up with a left that Yilmaz also avoids with ease.
Yilmaz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Batista connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Yilmaz scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Batista tries to clinch there but Yilmaz circles away. #TD2#
Batista gets caught flat footed, as Yilmaz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Yilmaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Yilmaz wants to stand but Batista is controlling his posture from full guard.
Batista looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Batista controls Yilmaz momentarily but Yilmaz frees himself.
Batista trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Batista throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Yilmaz's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yilmaz scoring with punches to the head and body.
Yilmaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yilmaz tries to close the distance and clinch but Batista swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Yilmaz shoots in and gets a takedown into Batista's guard.
Yilmaz passes Batista's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Yilmaz is controlling the pace.
Yilmaz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Batista. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Yilmaz lands a nice short elbow.#T3#
Batista wants to improve his position but Yilmaz is controlling well.
Yilmaz not doing much here. #SUB2#
Yilmaz is trying to work for a kimura but Batista is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Yilmaz in particular looking to stall.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Batista tries to roll over but Yilmaz keeps him under control.
Batista really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Still in half guard, Yilmaz seems content to control.
Batista regains full guard. Nicely done.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yilmaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Batista looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Chengiz Yilmaz.
I've got Yilmaz winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chengiz Yilmaz!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2020

#R1#
Chung is looking to land body kicks.
Batista fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chung wants to clinch.
Chung throws a head kick but Batista moves out of range.
Chung fails with the takedown#CL#
and Batista holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Batista missing with knees to the body.
Batista lands a good knee to the midsection. Chung won't want to take too many of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of stalling here from Batista.
Batista will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Chung up against the cage.
Chung is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T1#
Batista is trying to drag Chung to the mat but Chung just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Batista wants to take the fight to the mat but Chung manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batista fails to pull guard.
Chung tries to score a body lock takedown but Batista shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Batista takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Batista.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Batista takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Batista pressing his opponent against the cage.
Batista seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rodrigo Batista.
Chung fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Chung is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chung changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Batista tries to avoid it but Chung manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Batista to the ground. Batista escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Batista throws a right and a left that Chung avoids nicely.
Chung shoots in for a takedown but Batista shows good takedown defense.
Batista fires out a quick counter leg kick but Chung just manages to avoid it.
Chung tries for a takedown but Batista sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chung closes this distance looking for a takedown but Batista circles away.
Chung tries to close the distance and clinch but Batista swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Batista swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Batista swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chung misses with a takedown #CL#
and Batista holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Chung looks winded!#T3#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Chung letting Batista take a breather here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Batista.
Chung drops down looking for an ankle pick but Batista pulls his leg out and moves away.
Batista fails with the takedown.#CL#
Batista takes the fight into the clinch.
Chung tries to pull guard but Batista holds him up against the cage and eventually Chung drops back down to his feet. #T4##BC#
Batista breaks from the clinch.
Batista throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Chung misses with a takedown attempt - Batista sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Chung blocks a head kick by Batista.
Batista really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Nice sprawl there from Batista as Chung shoots in.
Batista shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chung as he avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Chung is defended easily by Batista.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Batista throws a head kick that misses
and Chung counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Chung fails with the takedown#CL#
and Batista counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Batista. #BC#
Batista breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Batista forces Chung back against the cage and clinches.
Batista has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chung after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Batista manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Batista working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chung doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chung manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Batista looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chung trying to control but Batista is working from the bottom.
Chung is working Batista over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Chung wants to control from the top but Batista keeps moving.
Chung throws a big right hand that misses.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Chung wants to control from the top but Batista keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Batista misses with a takedown attempt - Chung sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Batista throws a sloppy head kick and Chung moves out of range easily. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Chung throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Batista's waist but Batista gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Chung off to one side.
Chung misses with a double jab.
Chung misses with a head kick.
Batista has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chung fails with the takedown.
Rodrigo Batista is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Batista takes the fight into the clinch.
Chung prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Batista pulls guard effortlessly. #T3#
Chung working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Batista throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Chung wants to pass the guard but Batista is keeping the position.
Batista might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Chung seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Batista has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Chung has passed into side control.
Batista is looking to regain half guard here but Chung keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Chung working away.
Batista sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Batista knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Chung on the ground.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Chung is looking for a kimura but Batista is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chung to get the leverage.
Batista is trying to control but Chung manages to pass to mount!
Batista is just holding on here. Chung manages to take his back. #SUB2#
Chung has managed to slip his arm under Batista's chin. This could be all over... yep, Batista is tapping out! Submission win for Chung.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tong Man Chung!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 08, 2020

#R1#
Batista looks for a takedown but Gazimagomedov sprawls well.
Batista tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gazimagomedov leaves Batista with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Gazimagomedov appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD#
Gazimagomedov gets a takedown into half guard.
Gazimagomedov seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gazimagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gazimagomedov controlling the action here.
Gazimagomedov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Batista trying to hold on to Gazimagomedov's head to control him but Gazimagomedov postures up. #T1#
Still in half guard, Gazimagomedov seems content to control.
Batista trying to hold on to Gazimagomedov's head to control him but Gazimagomedov postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Batista is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Batista is defended easily by Gazimagomedov.
Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Batista darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Gazimagomedov counters with a single leg into guard. Batista didn't expect that.
Batista is wriggling around but Gazimagomedov manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Gazimagomedov controlling the pace.
Batista is looking to control Gazimagomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Batista avoid being mounted?
Batista might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gazimagomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gazimagomedov content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Batista is trying to stand up here but Gazimagomedov is controlling him well.
Batista is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Batista keeps trying to improve his position.
Gazimagomedov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Well, if Gazimagomedov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Gazimagomedov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Batista for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Gazimagomedov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Batista missing with punches from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gazimagomedov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Gazimagomedov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Batista to the ground. Gazimagomedov is now in Batista's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Gazimagomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gazimagomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Batista throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It appears Gazimagomedov was looking to counter with a kick there.
Batista closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#
It looks like Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov has been cut.
Gazimagomedov throws a body punch but Batista moves out of range.
Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Batista dives in and grabs Gazimagomedov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gazimagomedov pushes down on Batista's head and hops out.
Gazimagomedov is looking for a counter combo.
Batista tries to close the distance and clinch but Gazimagomedov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Gazimagomedov drives through with a takedown into Batista's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Batista has his feet on Gazimagomedov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Batista tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gazimagomedov defends well and Batista ends up having to push Gazimagomedov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Gazimagomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Batista sprawls well initially but Gazimagomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Batista kicks Gazimagomedov off and gets back to his feet.
Batista is breathing heavily.#T1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Batista enables Gazimagomedov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Batista manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Batista is wriggling around but Gazimagomedov manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gazimagomedov content to control rather than advance.
Batista trying to hold on to Gazimagomedov's head to control him but Gazimagomedov postures up.
Gazimagomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Batista tries to get to full guard but Gazimagomedov has control of the leg.
Gazimagomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
Batista trying to control from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Gazimagomedov connects with a nice short shot to Batista's temple.
Gazimagomedov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gazimagomedov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Gazimagomedov working over Batista with some ground and pound. Batista looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3##SUB#
Gazimagomedov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Gazimagomedov not doing much here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Batista is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gazimagomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Batista has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gazimagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Batista with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Gazimagomedov not doing much here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Rodrigo Batista will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov's cut.
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#
Batista shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gazimagomedov as he jumps to the side.
Batista shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gazimagomedov but Gazimagomedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Batista looks for the body kick but Gazimagomedov saw that one coming. #TD#
Gazimagomedov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Batista's half guard.
Gazimagomedov is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Batista manages to get to full guard.
Gazimagomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Batista is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gazimagomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Gazimagomedov passes Batista's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gazimagomedov is taking a breather. Batista says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU#
Gazimagomedov escapes and gets back to his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Gazimagomedov as Batista shoots in.
Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
Batista tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gazimagomedov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD#
Gazimagomedov scores with a takedown into Batista's guard.
Batista takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gazimagomedov tries to stand but Batista is controlling from the bottom.
Gazimagomedov sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Gazimagomedov stands up over Batista, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Gazimagomedov is looking to stand up but Batista won't let him. #SUB2#
Batista working for a triangle but Gazimagomedov defends it easily. #SUB#
Gazimagomedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gazimagomedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Gazimagomedov has gone for a leg lock! Batista slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gazimagomedov's guard.#REVB##T3#
Gazimagomedov is controlling Batista's posture.
Gazimagomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Batista had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gazimagomedov defends it easily.
Gazimagomedov won't allow Batista to sweep him here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gazimagomedov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Batista is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gazimagomedov defends well.
Gazimagomedov is working Batista over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gazimagomedov advances position into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gazimagomedov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Gazimagomedov looks up at the clock and then as Batista takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Gazimagomedov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!

And that's the end of the fight!
Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gazimagomedov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomedrasul Gazimagomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 22, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Batista closes the distance and clinches.
Tolkynbekov is working for takedown but Batista is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tolkynbekov is trying to pull guard but Batista turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Tolkynbekov has Batista pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Batista manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arlan Tolkynbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Batista tries to score a body lock takedown but Tolkynbekov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Batista goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tolkynbekov prevents it. #BC2#
Batista's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tolkynbekov doesn't manage to clinch there - Batista circles away.
Tolkynbekov scores with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tolkynbekov moves in looking to clinch but Batista pushes him off.
Tolkynbekov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Batista or perhaps it was just good defense by Tolkynbekov, which made it look bad.
Tolkynbekov tries to clinch there but Batista circles away.
Tolkynbekov misses with a double jab.
Tolkynbekov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Batista paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Batista closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tolkynbekov circles away.#CL2#
Batista fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tolkynbekov, pushing him back against the cage.
Tolkynbekov tries to break free but Batista pushes him back against the cage.
Tolkynbekov working hard to break the clinch.
Batista gets underhooks to prevent Tolkynbekov's takedown attempt.
Tolkynbekov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Batista is defending well for now.
Batista scores with a shot to the side of Tolkynbekov's head.
Tolkynbekov is trying to break free.
Tolkynbekov tries to pull guard but Batista forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2#
Batista pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tolkynbekov wants to clinch up but Batista keeps it at a distance.
Batista changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Batista displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tolkynbekov.
Tolkynbekov misses with a looping left.#T2#
No luck for Tolkynbekov with that takedown attempt.
Batista drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tolkynbekov defends it well.
Batista fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Batista defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tolkynbekov.
Batista unleashes a big counter combination but Tolkynbekov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tolkynbekov dives in for a single leg takedown but Batista sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tolkynbekov is breathing heavily.
Tolkynbekov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tolkynbekov goes for a double leg but Batista avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Batista continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Batista rushes Tolkynbekov and presses him up against the cage.
Batista is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tolkynbekov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Batista has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tolkynbekov after a bit of a struggle.
Tolkynbekov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tolkynbekov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Batista smiles and moves away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tolkynbekov connects with a high kick. #T3#
Batista fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tolkynbekov throws a nice looking combination but Batista bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tolkynbekov looks to throw the jab but Batista is out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Batista is defended easily by Tolkynbekov.
Tolkynbekov throws a nice head kick!
A big left from Tolkynbekov misses.
Tolkynbekov is looking to clinch.
Tolkynbekov fails to land with a series of punches.
Batista looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tolkynbekov is fending him off so far but Batista persists. Nope, Tolkynbekov circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Batista tries to sprawl but Tolkynbekov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Batista has one foot on Tolkynbekov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Batista avoids a punch combination nicely.
Batista with the counter takedown but Tolkynbekov avoids it easily.
Tolkynbekov misses with a takedown
and Batista counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Batista scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES#
Tolkynbekov sneaks out the side door and pushes Batista away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Batista misses with a takedown attempt - Tolkynbekov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Batista pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Batista pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tolkynbekov thinks about countering with a head kick.#TD#
Tolkynbekov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Tolkynbekov happy to just control the position for now.
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 Arlan Tolkynbekov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Batista slips a jab and a cross from Tolkynbekov.
Batista looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tolkynbekov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Batista is fending him off so far but Tolkynbekov persists. Nope, Batista circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Tolkynbekov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Batista on his heels. He'll look to pass Batista's guard now, I'm sure.
Tolkynbekov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Batista is on top in guard. #REVB#
Batista throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tolkynbekov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Batista trying to control the position from guard on top but Tolkynbekov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Tolkynbekov parries the strikes from Batista easily there. Batista is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Tolkynbekov to escape. #T1#
Batista throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Batista misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SU2#
Batista decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Batista will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Arlan Tolkynbekov is winning the standup battle so far.
Tolkynbekov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Batista pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tolkynbekov is out of range and Batista settles back down.
Batista shoots for a takedown but Tolkynbekov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Batista is breathing heavily.#TD#
Tolkynbekov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Batista manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SU#
Tolkynbekov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T2#
A punch combination from Tolkynbekov misses.
Tolkynbekov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Batista's head.#TD#
Tolkynbekov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Batista sprawls well initially but Tolkynbekov persists and gets 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!
Tolkynbekov trying to control the pace.
Tolkynbekov slips a nice elbow through Batista's hands, connecting with Batista's forehead.
Tolkynbekov wants to pass to mount but Batista is defending the position.
Well, if Tolkynbekov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T3#
Batista wants to control but Tolkynbekov is keeping busy.
Tolkynbekov is controlling the pace.
Batista is pressing down on Tolkynbekov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tolkynbekov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES2#
Batista wriggles free and stands up.
Batista fails with a takedown attempt.
Arlan Tolkynbekov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
Batista tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tolkynbekov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tolkynbekov wants to clinch but Batista slips to the side
and Batista counters with a left and a right that stings Tolkynbekov.
Batista tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tolkynbekov defends well and Batista ends up having to push Tolkynbekov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tolkynbekov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Batista sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tolkynbekov somewhat.
Tolkynbekov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Batista manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
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 Arlan Tolkynbekov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Batista misses with a body kick.
Batista keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tolkynbekov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tolkynbekov goes for a double leg but Batista avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Batista continues to drive forward.
Tolkynbekov wants to clinch
and Batista counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Arlan Tolkynbekov has been cut.
Tolkynbekov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Batista counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arlan Tolkynbekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batista tries to clinch there but Tolkynbekov circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tolkynbekov shoots in but Batista avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Batista forces Tolkynbekov back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Batista gets underhooks to prevent Tolkynbekov's takedown attempt. #TD2#
Batista has Tolkynbekov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Batista pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Tolkynbekov tumbling to the mat - Batista dives into Tolkynbekov's guard.
Batista wants to control from the top but Tolkynbekov keeps moving.
Batista looking to sit in guard and control but Tolkynbekov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tolkynbekov stops Batista from standing up.
Tolkynbekov connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Tolkynbekov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tolkynbekov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ES2#
Batista pushes Tolkynbekov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Batista keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tolkynbekov.
Tolkynbekov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Tolkynbekov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Batista's guard.
Rodrigo Batista has got the better of the ground game so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU#
Tolkynbekov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Tolkynbekov misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
Batista rushes Tolkynbekov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tolkynbekov jumps guard but Batista turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
Tolkynbekov tries to circle away but Batista has him pinned against the cage.
Batista working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tolkynbekov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Batista.
Batista tries to pull guard but Tolkynbekov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tolkynbekov wants to get back to striking at distance but Batista won't allow it.
Tolkynbekov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tolkynbekov is trying to pull guard but Batista has him pressed against the cage.
Tolkynbekov tries to break free but Batista pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tolkynbekov jumps guard but Batista turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tolkynbekov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tolkynbekov jumps guard but Batista stands there with Tolkynbekov around his waist. Tolkynbekov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tolkynbekov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Batista.
Tolkynbekov is trying to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Batista misses with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Rodrigo Batista has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arlan Tolkynbekov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Batista trying to land knees to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodrigo Batista comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tolkynbekov 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 John Roberts scores the fight 29:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 03, 2020

#R1#
Batista shoots in for a double leg but Kozlovski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kozlovski lands with an overhand left.
Batista uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlovski.
Batista throws a sloppy head kick and Kozlovski moves out of range easily.
Batista closes the distance and clinches up with Kozlovski, looking for a takedown. Batista pushes Kozlovski against the cage but Kozlovski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The fighters circling - Kozlovski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kozlovski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Batista takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And Batista tries to counter it with a takedown but Kozlovski pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kozlovski lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Kozlovski works the jab nicely.#CL#
Kozlovski rushes Batista and presses him up against the cage.
Kozlovski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Batista fails to pull guard.
Alex Kozlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
Kozlovski is trying to break free.
Batista is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kozlovski is trying to break the clinch but Batista has him pressed against the cage.
Kozlovski wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kozlovski tries to break free but Batista pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Batista pulls Kozlovski into guard. #T1##SU#
Kozlovski decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Batista, up you get!
Batista takes one to the side of the head.
Kozlovski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kozlovski is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kozlovski is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Batista shoots in for a takedown but Kozlovski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Batista shoots in but Kozlovski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kozlovski stuffs the takedown attempt from Batista. Batista gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Kozlovski has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Batista manages to break the clinch.
Batista pushes Kozlovski away with a front kick.
Alex Kozlovski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Batista ducks under a wild hook from Kozlovski.
Kozlovski lands a nice shot that snaps Batista's head back.
Kozlovski pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2##CL#
Kozlovski closes the distance and clinches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC#
Kozlovski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Batista shoots in looking for a takedown but Kozlovski manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Batista's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Kozlovski instigates a clinch.
Kozlovski tries to break free but Batista pushes him back against the cage.
Batista prevents Kozlovski from breaking the clinch.
Kozlovski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD2#
Batista gets control of Kozlovski's arms and successfully pulls guard. Batista will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SU#
Kozlovski stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Batista closes the distance and clinches up with Kozlovski, looking for a takedown. Batista pushes Kozlovski against the cage but Kozlovski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Batista looks winded!
Batista has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL#
Kozlovski clinches with his opponent.
Batista keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kozlovski's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Batista pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Batista or perhaps it was just good defense by Kozlovski, which made it look bad. #T3#
A cross from Kozlovski lands.
Kozlovski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kozlovski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Batista closes the distance and clinches up with Kozlovski, looking for a takedown. Batista pushes Kozlovski against the cage but Kozlovski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kozlovski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL#
Kozlovski clinches with his opponent.
Kozlovski prevents the takedown attempt. #BC#
Kozlovski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Batista keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kozlovski.
Batista walks into a stiff left hand from Kozlovski.
Batista bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kozlovski slaps away a takedown attempt from Batista, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kozlovski is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Kozlovski throws a head kick that misses.
No luck for Batista with that takedown attempt.
Batista has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Kozlovski's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kozlovski duly obliges.
Kozlovski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kozlovski throws an off balance right hand
enabling Batista to counter with a crisp jab.
Kozlovski misses with a straight right.
Kozlovski is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The fighters circling - Kozlovski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Batista moves in looking to clinch but Kozlovski pushes him off.
Kozlovski throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kozlovski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Batista paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Kozlovski dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Kozlovski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Batista tries to clinch but Kozlovski is having none of it.
Kozlovski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Batista blocks a head kick by Kozlovski.
Batista steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kozlovski.
Batista goes for a double leg but Kozlovski avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kozlovski continues to drive forward.
Batista shoots in but Kozlovski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kozlovski stuffs the takedown.
Alex Kozlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
Kozlovski throws a combination that misses
and Batista connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kozlovski throws a hook to the side of Batista's head but Batista sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kozlovski loads up on a big right hand but Batista slips the punch.
Kozlovski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Batista can do to turn this around?
Kozlovski throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kozlovski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kozlovski really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Batista is breathing heavily.
Kozlovski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Batista is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kozlovski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Batista shoots for a takedown but Kozlovski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kozlovski listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Batista fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kozlovski avoids it really well and circles away.
Kozlovski shoots in looking for a takedown. Batista tries to sprawl out of it but Kozlovski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Batista manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kozlovski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Alex Kozlovski is winning the standup battle so far.
Kozlovski circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Kozlovski rushes Batista and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kozlovski tries to break the clinch but Batista is controlling the position.
Kozlovski is trying to break the clinch but Batista is controlling him.
Batista is pushing Kozlovski up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Batista is trying to pull guard but Kozlovski turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T2##BC#
Kozlovski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Batista fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kozlovski scores with a jab to the head.
Kozlovski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Batista tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kozlovski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Batista's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kozlovski connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Batista scrambles back to his feet.
Batista fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kozlovski looks for the body kick but Batista saw that one coming.
Kozlovski with a jab.#CL#
Kozlovski has managed to clinch. #T3#
Kozlovski wants to get back to striking at distance but Batista won't allow it.
Kozlovski is trying to push Batista away but Batista has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Batista jumps into guard, dragging Kozlovski to the mat.
Kozlovski postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Batista avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kozlovski trying to control the position from guard on top but Batista is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kozlovski has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kozlovski throwing strikes from guard but Batista blocks nicely.
Kozlovski throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Batista working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kozlovski. #ES2#
Batista manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Batista tries for a takedown but Kozlovski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4#
Batista tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kozlovski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kozlovski throws an overhand right that lands on Batista's shoulder, as Batista tries to avoid the shot.
Batista looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice jab there from Kozlovski.
Kozlovski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Batista.
Kozlovski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Batista works Kozlovski's body with a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Kozlovski misses.
Kozlovski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rodrigo Batista is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Batista tries to keep at a distance but Kozlovski has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Kozlovski dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A big right from Kozlovski misses.
Batista has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kozlovski misses with an uppercut. Batista saw that one coming.#CL#
Kozlovski moves into the clinch.
Kozlovski tries to circle away but Batista has him pinned against the cage.
Kozlovski is trying to push Batista away but Batista has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Batista is trying to pull guard but Kozlovski has him pressed against the cage.
Batista just leaning against Kozlovski, taking a breather.
Kozlovski is trying to break the clinch but Batista has him pressed against the cage.
Batista looking for a takedown.
Kozlovski is trying to push Batista away but Batista has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Batista is trying to drag Kozlovski to the mat but Kozlovski just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Alex Kozlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlovski working hard to break the clinch.
Batista takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kozlovski is trying to push Batista away but Batista has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Kozlovski drags the fight down to the ground. #T1##ES#
Kozlovski wriggles free and stands up.
Kozlovski pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Batista back to the cage. Kozlovski follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kozlovski misses with a two punch combination.
Batista looks for a takedown but Kozlovski sprawls well.
Batista tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kozlovski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Batista avoids the head kick by Kozlovski.
Nice uppercut lands for Kozlovski. That snapped Batista's head back.
Kozlovski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kozlovski throws a hook to the side of Batista's head but Batista sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Batista shoots in but no luck this time.
Kozlovski is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Batista with a nice cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Batista takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
Kozlovski throws a sloppy head kick and Batista moves out of range easily.
Batista darts in looking for a takedown but Kozlovski gets double underhooks and turns Batista into the cage.
Batista dodges the punch combination from Kozlovski.
Batista shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kozlovski sprawls well. Kozlovski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Batista gets slowly back to his feet.
Kozlovski scores with a nice head shot.#CL#
Kozlovski moves into the clinch.
Kozlovski avoiding damage as Batista throws knees to the body.
Kozlovski is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Batista trying to stall but Kozlovski improves his position. #T3#
Batista is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kozlovski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A frustrated look appears on Kozlovski's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Kozlovski manages to break the clinch.
Batista keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kozlovski misses with a wild body shot.
Kozlovski sets himself, and Batista steps forward looking for the clinch! Kozlovski avoids it this time.
Kozlovski throws a sloppy head kick and Batista moves out of range easily.
Kozlovski circles away from the clinch attempt.
No joy there for Kozlovski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Batista shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kozlovski but Kozlovski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kozlovski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Good exchange - Kozlovski coming out on top.
Kozlovski circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kozlovski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Horrible takedown attempt by Batista or perhaps it was just good defense by Kozlovski, which made it look bad.
Kozlovski lands a head kick!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Batista.
The fighters circling - Kozlovski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kozlovski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kozlovski misses with a right hand
and Batista cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Batista.
Rodrigo Batista has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alex Kozlovski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kozlovski lands with a hook. Batista tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alex Kozlovski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kozlovski, 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alex Kozlovski!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 16, 2020

#R1#
Miletic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Batista.
No luck for Miletic with that takedown attempt.
Batista throws a leg kick
and Miletic counters with a body kick that stops Batista in his tracks momentarily.
Miletic dodges the punch combination from Batista.
Batista takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Batista gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Batista jumps into guard, dragging Miletic to the mat.
Batista has his hands on Miletic's head, controlling the position.
Batista bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Miletic's guard. #REVR##T1#
Batista stays in close to Miletic's body and controls the position.
Batista throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miletic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Miletic 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.
Batista seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #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.
Batista trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Batista slips nicely into half guard.
Miletic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Batista.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miletic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Batista.
Batista controlling the action here.
Miletic tries to get to full guard but Batista has control of the leg. #T3#
Batista slows the pace down in half guard.
Batista really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Batista has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Batista is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Batista avoids the body shot from Miletic.
Miletic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Batista.
Batista shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batista fails to land the takedown.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A head kick misses from Batista. #T4#
Batista avoids the body shot from Miletic.
Batista shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Miletic is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Batista tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Miletic defends well and Batista ends up having to push Miletic into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Batista is breathing heavily.
Batista avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Miletic tries for a takedown but Batista sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Batista defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Miletic.
Miletic takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Batista shoots in but no luck this time.
Miletic throws a series of punches but Batista avoids them all with ease.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Batista tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Miletic defends well and Batista ends up having to push Miletic into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Miletic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Miletic just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBatista.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Miletic slaps away a takedown attempt from Batista, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Batista closes the distance and clinches up with Miletic, looking for a takedown. Batista pushes Miletic against the cage but Miletic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Batista misses with a shot to the body
and Miletic counters with a nice body shot.
Batista misses with a head kick. #CL#
Batista has Miletic up against the cage in a clinch.
Miletic tries to pull guard but Batista won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miletic prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Batista escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Miletic lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T1#
Miletic throws a nice head kick!
Miletic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Batista dives in for a single leg takedown but Miletic sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Batista shoots in and drives through. Miletic sprawls well.
Miletic tries to close the distance and clinch but Batista swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Batista fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Miletic gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Miletic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Batista doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Batista manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2##SU#
Batista stands up and waves to Miletic to follow him.
Miletic has his takedown stuffed
and Batista counters with a right hand to the body.
Miletic lands with a thumping leg kick.
Miletic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Batista sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Batista gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Batista pulls Miletic into guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Batista is on top in guard. #REVR##T3#
Batista is stalling in the full guard.
Batista throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miletic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Miletic has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Batista has passed into side control.
Rodrigo Batista overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Batista taking a breather here.
Miletic can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Miletic is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Batista is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Batista unloading with bombs!
Batista sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Batista's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Batista fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Miletic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Miletic thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Batista if he has to take too many more of those.
Batista throws a lazy head kick
and Batista takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rodrigo Batista is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Batista rushes Miletic and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Batista's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Batista shoots in looking for a takedown. Miletic tries to sprawl out of it but Batista keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Miletic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista shoots in looking for a takedown. Miletic tries to sprawl out of it but Batista keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Miletic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Batista closes the distance and pushes Miletic back into the cage.#T1#
Batista is trying to break the clinch but Miletic has him pressed against the cage.
Batista pushes off an throws an elbow but Miletic leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Miletic is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Miletic working hard to break the clinch.
Batista holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Miletic is looking to take this one to the mat.
Batista wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodrigo Batista. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batista is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Miletic pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#TD#
Batista pulls guard effortlessly.
Batista manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Miletic manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Miletic trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Miletic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Batista stacks Miletic 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 Batista!
Batista just content to control the position.
Miletic tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#T3##SUB#
Miletic defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Batista's arms.
I would not like to be Miletic right now.
Batista has the hooks in. Miletic is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Batista is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Batista slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #SUB#
Batista looking for the RNC.
Batista is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miletic can do to turn this around?
Batista misses with an elbow to the head.
Batista just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Batista has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodrigo Batista showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Batista, 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodrigo Batista!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 10, 2020

#R1#
Emelyanov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Emelyanov wants to clinch up but Batista keeps it at a distance.
Emelyanov wants to clinch.
Emelyanov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Batista looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Batista fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Emelyanov. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emelyanov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Batista circles away.
Batista dives in for a single leg takedown but Emelyanov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Batista is breathing heavily.
Batista moves in looking to clinch but Emelyanov pushes him off.
Batista sets himself, and Emelyanov steps forward looking for the clinch! Batista avoids it this time.
Batista stuffs the takedown attempt from Emelyanov. Emelyanov gets slowly back to his feet.
Rodrigo Batista has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Emelyanov.#T1#
Emelyanov shoots in looking for a takedown but Batista manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Emelyanov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Batista stuffs the takedown.
Batista throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fight stays on the outside here - Batista looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Batista really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Emelyanov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Batista defends well and Emelyanov ends up having to push Batista into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Emelyanov misses with a head kick. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Batista can't break the clinch.
Emelyanov tries to pull guard but Batista forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T2#
Batista tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Emelyanov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Come on Batista - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #TD2#
Emelyanov jumps guard and drags Batista to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Batista won't allow Emelyanov to sweep him here. #ES2#
Emelyanov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Emelyanov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Batista gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Emelyanov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Batista stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC2#
Emelyanov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Batista jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Emelyanov lands a front kick.
Batista throws a looping overhand right but Emelyanov ducks down to avoid it.
Emelyanov tries to counter with a clinch but Batista shakes him off and moves away.
Batista has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Emelyanov.
Emelyanov goes for a double leg but Batista avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Batista continues to drive forward.
Emelyanov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Batista pinned against the cage. Batista gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Batista tries to close the distance and clinch up but Emelyanov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Batista is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
No luck for Emelyanov with that takedown attempt.
Batista shoots in looking for a takedown. Emelyanov tries to sprawl out of it but Batista keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Emelyanov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Emelyanov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Batista.
Emelyanov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Batista is fending him off so far but Emelyanov persists. Nope, Batista circles away and we're back to standing.
Batista tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Emelyanov defends well and Batista ends up having to push Emelyanov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Emelyanov tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Batista has Emelyanov up against the cage in a clinch.
Batista wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Emelyanov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Emelyanov shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Batista clinches up with Emelyanov and pushes him back against the cage.
Batista prevents a takedown attempt there.
Emelyanov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Batista tries to pull guard but Emelyanov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Batista prevents Emelyanov from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batista is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rodrigo Batista has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Emelyanov.#TD2#
Emelyanov pulls Batista into guard.
Emelyanov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Emelyanov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Batista can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Batista has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Emelyanov is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Emelyanov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Batista throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Emelyanov's body to avoid the submission. Emelyanov has instead reached around Batista's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Emelyanov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Vladimir Emelyanov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 07, 2020

#R1#
Lee scores with a head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Rodrigo Batista has been cut.
Batista fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Batista throws a wild body kick that Lee sees coming a mile off.
Lee lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Batista really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...#KD2#
Lee lands a big head kick that sends Batista tumbling to the mat! Lee takes a step backwards and waves Batista back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Batista is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lee feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Batista collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Moon Jung Lee!
A very excited looking Moon Jung Lee made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 05, 2020

#R1#
Batista shoots in looking for a takedown. Alibekov tries to sprawl out of it but Batista keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alibekov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Horrible takedown attempt by Batista or perhaps it was just good defense by Alibekov, which made it look bad.
Batista misses with a low kick as Alibekov jumps back.
Batista tries a head kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Alibekov misses its target.
Alibekov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Alibekov goes for a double leg but Batista avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Batista continues to drive forward.
Batista keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alibekov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Alibekov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Alibekov tries to clinch there but Batista circles away.
Batista wants to clinch.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Batista is defended easily by Alibekov.
Mohamedali Alibekov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
Batista slips a jab and a cross from Alibekov.
Batista tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Alibekov is able to avoid easily.
Alibekov tries to counter by clinching up but Batista breaks away and moves out of range.
Alibekov shoots in for a double leg but Batista sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Alibekov fails with the takedown.
Batista has a takedown stuffed.
Batista tries to clinch but Alibekov is having none of it.
It looked like Alibekov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
Alibekov shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Batista closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Alibekov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Batista takes a swing at Alibekov's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Batista drives through and clinches with Alibekov against the cage.
Alibekov stops a takedown attempt from Batista.
Alibekov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Batista has him pressed against the cage.
Batista goes for a takedown attempt but Alibekov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Alibekov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Batista is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Alibekov scores with a leg kick.
Alibekov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Batista throws a counter combo.#T3#
Batista throws a leg kick which misses Alibekov's front leg but catches the back leg as Alibekov tries to avoid it.
Batista has a takedown stuffed.
No luck for Alibekov with that takedown attempt.
Batista keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Alibekov is breathing heavily.
Batista fails to land the takedown.
Alibekov shoots in looking for a takedown. Batista tries to sprawl out of it but Alibekov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Batista manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Alibekov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Batista paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alibekov moves in looking to clinch but Batista pushes him off.
Alibekov sets himself, and Batista steps forward looking for the clinch! Alibekov avoids it this time.
Alibekov keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Batista has managed to clinch.
Alibekov wants to stall.
Alibekov tries to score a body lock takedown but Batista shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Alibekov is trying to maintain a safe position but Batista gets an underhook and turns Alibekov into the cage.
Alibekov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Alibekov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
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 Mohamedali Alibekov 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#
Alibekov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Batista tries to avoid it but Alibekov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Batista to the ground. Batista escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mohamedali Alibekov is winning the standup battle so far.
Batista throws a right hand that Alibekov ducks under and follows up with a left that Alibekov also avoids with ease.
Alibekov fails with a takedown attempt.
Batista wants to clinch.#CL2#
Batista moves into range and clinches up with Alibekov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Batista pulls guard. #SUB#
Alibekov has gone for a leg lock! Batista slips out almost immediately though and dives into Alibekov's guard.#REVB##T1#
Batista advances to half guard. #SUB#
Alibekov with the active half guard here but Batista passes nicely into side control.#SUB2#
Batista is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Alibekov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Batista has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The strikes coming from Batista are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Alibekov is looking for a sweep.
Batista advances to full mount.
Alibekov is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Batista controlling from mount.
Batista raining down shots from the mount!
Batista wants to control the pace but Alibekov is squirming around nicely.
Rodrigo Batista has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Poor strikes thrown by Batista there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Batista can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Alibekov is looking to escape.
Alibekov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Batista on the ground.
Alibekov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Alibekov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Batista looking to finish with strikes here!
Batista controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodrigo Batista showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Alibekov blocks a head kick by Batista.
Alibekov doesn't manage to clinch there - Batista circles away.
Batista shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Alibekov as he avoids it easily.
Alibekov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Alibekov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBatista.
Batista goes for a double leg but Alibekov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Alibekov continues to drive forward.
Alibekov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Alibekov tries to clinch up.
Mohamedali Alibekov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Batista has his takedown stuffed
and Alibekov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mohamedali Alibekov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodrigo Batista.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Batista instigates a clinch.
Alibekov tries to break the clinch but Batista is controlling the position.
Batista drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Alibekov gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T1#
Alibekov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Batista tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Alibekov tries to pull guard but Batista forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Batista tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Alibekov smiles and moves away.
Batista slips a jab and a cross from Alibekov.
Batista feints the counter takedown.
Alibekov wants to clinch up but Batista keeps it at a distance.
Alibekov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Alibekov swinging wildly here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Batista is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Alibekov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Batista's waist but Batista gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Alibekov off to one side.
Alibekov doesn't manage to clinch there - Batista circles away.
Alibekov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Batista.
Alibekov shoots in but Batista avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Batista clinches with his opponent.
Alibekov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Batista to keep the fight standing.#T3##BC2#
Batista pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Alibekov with that takedown attempt.
Alibekov backing away here, and Batista unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#CL2#
Batista clinches. #BC2#
Batista escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Alibekov is defended easily by Batista.
Batista tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Batista moves into range and clinches up with Alibekov.#T4#
Alibekov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Batista avoids it.
Batista struggles to land a body shot inside as Alibekov controls his hands.
Batista is looking to control Alibekov's arms but Alibekov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Batista has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Batista breaks from the clinch.
Batista throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT2#
It looks like Mohamedali Alibekov has been cut.
Batista tries for a takedown but Alibekov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Batista shoots in for a takedown but Alibekov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Batista shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Alibekov as he jumps to the side.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alibekov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Batista tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Alibekov tries to clinch up but Batista circles away and keeps his distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodrigo Batista comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Batista 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rodrigo Batista!

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