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Event:
145 Super Series
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Romanov gets a double leg takedown into White's guard.
White wants to get back to his feet but Romanov passes into half guard.
#REVB#
White is trying to stand.
White trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Romanov manages to pass to mount!
Romanov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Romanov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can White hang on?
Romanov looking to control and managing it successfully.
White really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Romanov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Romanov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T1#
Romanov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
White wants to hold on but Romanov pushes him away.
Romanov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The referee warns White that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Romanov controlling the pace for now.
White is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T2#
Romanov raining down shots from the mount!
Romanov 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.
White looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB#
Romanov working for a choke but White is defending well. #SUB#
Romanov working for the choke.
Romanov biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Romanov keeps control of the position as White tries to break free.
#SUB#
Romanov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. White knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften White for a finish.
Romanov gets his hands free as White looks to control.
You can see the frustration on White's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T4#
Romanov avoiding White 's attempts to control his hands.
Romanov biding his time, controlling White.
The referee is taking a good look at White as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Romanov!
White tries to escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Romanov is looking for the choke from the back position but White is controlling his hands well.
Romanov not allowing White to control his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov dominated that round.
That's time! Romanov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Romanov.
Romanov tries to stand but White is controlling his head.
Romanov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
White takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
White is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Romanov in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T1#
White tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Romanov working the head with strikes.
Romanov scores with a couple of short elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Romanov is trying to get an arm triangle but White is defending well.
Romanov blocks the strikes from White.
#T2#
White takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#SUB#
Romanov is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. White is trying to escape and Romanov transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and White is forced to tap! Nice work there by Romanov! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Uri Romanov! |
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Event:
Empire: 6
Date: Jun 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Romanov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sampson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Romanov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Sampson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Romanov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sampson is trying to hold Romanov in close to prevent damage but Romanov has managed to pass into half guard.
Romanov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romanov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Sampson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Romanov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Romanov wants to pass the guard but Sampson is defending well.
Romanov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Romanov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Sampson manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Romanov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sampson defends it well. #SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB#
Romanov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sampson is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Romanov wants to take Sampson's back here but Sampson is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Sampson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Sampson trying to control the position from guard on top but Romanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Romanov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Romanov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Sampson's guard.
Sampson 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.
Romanov lands a couple of elbows.
Romanov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Sampson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Romanov defends well.
Sampson keeping moving, preventing Romanov from controlling successfully. #T4#
Romanov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sampson controls Romanov momentarily but Romanov frees himself.
Romanov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Romanov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Romanov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sampson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sampson is looking to clinch but Romanov is avoiding it.
Sampson fails with a takedown attempt.
Sampson throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Sampson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Romanov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sampson is in Romanov's guard.
Romanov pulls Sampson in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Romanov keeping moving, preventing Sampson from controlling successfully.
Romanov trying to strike off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sampson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Romanov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Romanov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Romanov! #REVR##SUB#
Romanov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sampson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Romanov but great work by Sampson.#T1#
Romanov is pushing Sampson's head away, looking to escape. Sampson manages to hold on to the position though.
Romanov is looking to regain half guard here but Sampson keeps moving and retains side control.
Romanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sampson can do to turn this around?
Romanov is trying to control Sampson's posture but Sampson avoids it.
I wouldn't like to be where Romanov is right now. #SUB2#
Sampson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Romanov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #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.
Sampson trying to control the action but Romanov is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Romanov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sampson trying to control the action but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Romanov is looking for a sweep.
Sampson trying to control the action but Romanov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Romanov tries to bench press Sampson off him but Sampson keeps the position.
Romanov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Romanov winds up and cracks Sampson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Romanov controlling the action here.#T4##SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions off his back.
Romanov prevents Sampson from improving his position.#SUB2#
Sampson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Romanov wants to stand up but Sampson is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Romanov 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.
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 Uri Romanov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Sampson fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Romanov looking to score a takedown here. Sampson is defending well but Romanov drives through and ends up in Sampson's guard.
Sampson keeping full guard, as Romanov tries to pass.
Romanov pushes down on Sampson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Romanov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sampson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Romanov pulls his head out easily.
Romanov is looking to advance position but Sampson won't allow it.
Romanov controlling the pace. #T1#
Romanov trying to mount his opponent but Sampson defends it. #SUB#
Romanov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Romanov tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Romanov is keen to just control but Sampson is a slippery customer.
Sampson misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Romanov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sampson trying to control but Romanov postures up.
Uri Romanov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Romanov is taking a breather. Sampson 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.
Sampson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Romanov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Sampson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Romanov defends well.
Sampson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Romanov controls the pace.#T3#
Romanov forces his way into half guard.
Romanov 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.
Romanov trying to control the action but Sampson is working from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Romanov.
Sampson taking some punishment here, with Romanov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Sampson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sampson is trying to control but can't.
Romanov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Romanov is trying to control the action in half guard but Sampson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Nice strikes from Romanov there.
Romanov is trying to control. Sampson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Sampson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sampson is trying to get back to full guard.
Sampson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Sampson looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Romanov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Uri Romanov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Romanov 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uri Romanov! |
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Event:
Empire: 4
Date: May 17, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Romanov pushes Light up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Romanov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Light is trying to keep an underhook but Romanov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Light has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Romanov is pressing down on Light's thigh, looking to free his foot. Light is holding on for now.
Romanov 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. #SUB#
Light looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Romanov stalling.
Romanov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Light controls his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Light looking for submissions off his back.
Light manages to get to full guard.
#T1##SUB#
Light throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Romanov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Light is proving hard to escape from.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Light looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Romanov has picked Light up and slammed him! Light can't keep hold of the triangle and Romanov manages to pass to side control!
Light can't do much from the bottom here.
Romanov wants to stand but Light has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard.
Light trying to keep a closed guard but Romanov is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Romanov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Romanov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Light is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Romanov is aware though and is defending well.
Romanov tries to stand but Light is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Light working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romanov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romanov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Romanov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Romanov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Light. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Light is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Romanov is aware though and is defending well.
Romanov stays in close to Light's body and controls the position. #T3##SUB#
Light is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Romanov defends well.
Romanov content to stall in guard here.
Romanov working some strikes from top position.
Romanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Light is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Romanov content to stall in guard here. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Light looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Romanov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Light has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Romanov has managed to get both his arms back between Light's legs - danger averted.
Light manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Romanov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Light looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Light is fighting to break Romanov's control of his arms but Romanov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Romanov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Corsair Light dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Light throws a jab when Romanov was well out of range.
Romanov wants to counter with a clinch but Light pushes him away.#TD2#
Romanov drives through with a takedown into Light's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
Light is looking for a triangle but Romanov pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Light is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Romanov defends well.#SUB#
Light has his foot on Romanov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romanov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Light looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Romanov passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Light gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Light looking for a kimura from the bottom but Romanov passes into side control!#T1##SUB2#
Romanov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Light is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Light's face as Romanov controls the position.
Light takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Light can't do much from the bottom here.
Romanov tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Light is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Light looking for subs from the bottom but Romanov mounts him!
Romanov trying to control but Light is having none of it.
Romanov controlling the position easily from mount.
Romanov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Romanov prevents Light from getting the reversal.
Light is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Light sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Light wants to control but Romanov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Romanov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Light has a hand on Romanov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Romanov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Romanov controlling the position easily from mount.
Light is squirming around, avoiding Romanov's attempts to control the action.
Light tries to lock up and control but Romanov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Light is trying to reverse the position but instead Romanov has taken his back - oops!
I would not like to be Light right now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Romanov doesn't have the hooks in and Light manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB2#
Romanov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Light doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Light manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Romanov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
Romanov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Light is trying to defend but Romanov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The fighters are battling for position here. Light manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Romanov wants to get up but he can't break Light's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Romanov 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.
Let's hope that Romanov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Light has his foot on Romanov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romanov works his way back into a safe position though.
Romanov 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. #SUB#
Light is looking for a triangle but Romanov pushes his legs off easily.
#T1#
Romanov distracts Light with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Light looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Romanov stands and throws Light's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Romanov tries for a kimura but Light is defending well.
Romanov working the ground and pound.
Romanov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Light to see if he's OK.#T2#
Romanov is looking to take a break and control but Light is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Light is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Romanov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Light is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Romanov pulls his head out easily.
Romanov tries to stand and escape but Light is controlling the position.
Light wants to control but Romanov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Romanov 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.
It looks like Romanov is going to stand back up.
Light is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Romanov scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Romanov prevents Light from improving his position.
Light slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Light working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romanov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romanov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Light working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romanov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Light is tightening it up a little... Romanov has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Romanov reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Romanov taps out! Nice BJJ there by Light!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Corsair Light!
Corsair Light retains his featherweight title!
Corsair Light thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Empire: 2
Date: May 03, 2020 |
#R1#
Romanov tries for a takedown but Fernandez circles away easily
and Fernandez counters with a one-two to the body.
Fernandez scores with a hook to the body. Romanov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Javier Fernandez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fernandez throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Romanov misses with a double jab
and Fernandez counters with a left and a right that stings Romanov.
Some wild striking there from Fernandez.
#TD2#
Romanov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romanov content to control rather than advance.
Let's hope that Romanov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Romanov decides to return to a standing position.
Javier Fernandez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Romanov feints and as Fernandez raises his hands in defense, Romanov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fernandez is wriggling around but Romanov manages to pass to half guard.
Fernandez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#REVR#
Fernandez pushes Romanov off but Romanov dives into side control.
Fernandez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Romanov on the ground.
Fernandez is looking for a sweep.
Romanov advances to mount. #T2#
A nice elbow there by Romanov.
Romanov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Fernandez looks a forlorn figure.
Romanov looking to control and managing it successfully.
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!
Romanov working the ground and pound effectively.
#T3#
Romanov dominating with strikes here.
Fernandez on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Fernandez tries to get out of the position.
Romanov controlling from mount.
Fernandez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Romanov unloading with bombs!
Fernandez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Romanov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Romanov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Fernandez?
#SU2#
Romanov stands up from mount. Strange move.
Romanov tries to land a body kick
and Fernandez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A combination from Fernandez does no damage.
Fernandez stuffs the takedown.
Fernandez's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Fernandez duly obliges.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fernandez looks to throw the jab but Romanov is out of range.
Romanov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Romanov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Javier Fernandez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uri Romanov.#CL2#
Romanov clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Romanov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Fernandez regains guard immediately.
Fernandez wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Romanov manages to pass to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Uri Romanov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD2#
Romanov 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#
Fernandez has his feet on Romanov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Romanov shoots in for a takedown but Fernandez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Romanov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Romanov jumps guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romanov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fernandez's guard. #REVB#
Romanov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Romanov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Fernandez some visible discomfort.
Romanov cracks Fernandez with a big elbow. #T1#
Romanov in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SU2#
Romanov decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Fernandez. No joy for Romanov on that attempt. #CL2#
Romanov has managed to clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Fernandez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Romanov breaks from the clinch.
Fernandez throws a combination. Romanov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T2#
Romanov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fernandez.
Romanov shoots in but Fernandez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Javier Fernandez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uri Romanov.
Fernandez scores with a shot to the body.
Fernandez scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CL2#
Romanov moves into the clinch successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fernandez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Fernandez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Fernandez wants to stall.
Fernandez's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3##TD2#
Romanov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Romanov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Romanov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Romanov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Romanov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Fernandez is looking for a sweep. Romanov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Romanov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Romanov controlling his opponent. #SU2#
Romanov stands up from mount. Strange move. #T4#
Fernandez throws a right and a left that Romanov avoids nicely. #TD2#
Romanov gets the takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fernandez is letting Romanov control him for a moment.
Romanov lands a few punches from side control.
Romanov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Romanov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SU2#
Romanov stands up and beckons Fernandez to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fernandez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Romanov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Romanov has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Romanov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Fernandez throws Romanov to one side and escapes!#TD2#
Romanov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fernandez is looking to get back to is feet but Romanov passes into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Romanov tries for a kimura but Fernandez is defending well.
Fernandez is letting Romanov control him for a moment. #T1#
Romanov trying to control the action but Fernandez is working from the bottom.
Romanov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Fernandez will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Romanov is putting a hurting on Fernandez here, landing some big shots from side control. #T3#
Romanov working the ground and pound.
Fernandez is looking to reverse the position.
Uri Romanov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Romanov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Romanov lands a few punches from side control.
Fernandez taking a bit of punishment here - Romanov scoring with strikes.
Romanov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Romanov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Fernandez!
Javier Fernandez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Romanov content just to control the position here.
Romanov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Romanov wants to finish this one by submission but Fernandez is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Romanov.
Fernandez is looking to improve his position but Romanov isn't that keen on the idea.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fernandez is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Uri Romanov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Romanov 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uri Romanov!
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Event:
Rise of The Empire
Date: Apr 12, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Romanov gets the takedown into side control.
Light is trying to improve his position.
Light trying to control but Romanov flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Light trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Romanov has the hooks in. Light is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Romanov is persistently looking for the submission but Light is defending it well.
Romanov connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Light to escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Light trying to control but not successfully.
Light manages to reverse the position and now he's in Romanov's guard. Nice work there by Light.
Light wants to control from the top but Romanov keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Romanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Light is one step ahead there.
Light looking to pass the guard.
Light is pushing down on Romanov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Romanov is fighting to maintain full guard but Light has managed to sneak the leg through.
Light trying to control the action but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Romanov controlling the position for now.
Light is trying to control. Romanov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Romanov is trying to stand back up but Light is controlling him
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Romanov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Light trying to control from half guard but Romanov is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Romanov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Romanov working for a triangle but Light defends it easily.
Romanov wants to sweep but no luck.
Romanov keeping full guard, as Light tries to pass.
Romanov seems keen to control Light's posture.#T3##SUB2#
Romanov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Light trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A right-left combo lands from Romanov. #TD2#
Romanov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Romanov lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Light throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Romanov tries to stand but Light is controlling from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Romanov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Light has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Romanov has managed to get both his arms back between Light's legs - danger averted.
Romanov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Light swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Romanov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Romanov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Light has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Romanov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Romanov wants to pass the guard but Light is keeping the position.
Light being controlled here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Light misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Romanov pushes Light up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Romanov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Light regains guard immediately.
Romanov is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Romanov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Light has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Romanov is looking to defend but Light has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Romanov! Light pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Romanov taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Corsair Light!
Corsair Light is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Romanov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mendez to the mat! Mendez manages to get full guard.
Mendez wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Romanov manages to pass to side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mendez can do anything to dispel that myth.#REVB#
Romanov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Romanov trying to control the pace.
Mendez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendez has hold of Romanov's hands but Romanov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Mendez wants to control but Romanov is keeping busy.
Romanov wants to free his trapped foot but Mendez is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1#
Romanov not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mendez is looking to improve his position.
Romanov not doing much here.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Romanov trying to pass the guard but Mendez defending well.
Mendez wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Mendez trying to hold on to Romanov's head to control him but Romanov postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Horrible takedown attempt by Romanov or perhaps it was just good defense by Mendez , which made it look bad.
Mendez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Romanov.#TD#
Romanov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mendez !
Mendez bucks up and tries to throw Romanov off but instead Romanov has got his back!#T3#
Romanov keeps control of the position as Mendez tries to break free.
Romanov has good solid back control here.
Romanov gets his hands free as Mendez looks to control. #SUB#
Mendez showing good submission defense here.
#T4#
Romanov is not going to allow Mendez to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Romanov is looking for the choke from the back position but Mendez is controlling his hands well.
Romanov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Mendez .
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Romanov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
No luck for Romanov with that takedown attempt.
Mendez goes for a double leg but Romanov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Romanov continues to drive forward.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mendez lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Romanov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Romanov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#TD2#
Mendez drives through with a takedown into Romanov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Mendez wanted to stand there but Romanov had control of the position. #SUB#
Romanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mendez defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendez trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Mendez won't allow Romanov to sweep him here. #T1#
Mendez trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Mendez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Romanov is keeping the position for now.
Romanov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mendez .
Mendez trying to stand up but can't free himself from Romanov's guard.
Romanov seems keen to control Mendez 's posture.
Romanov wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#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.#TD#
Romanov gets the takedown into side control.
Mendez is trying to improve his position.
Mendez takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Romanov is working Mendez over with some ground and pound from side control.
Romanov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mendez keeps working.
Romanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mendez can do to turn this around?
Mendez is trying to control Romanov's posture but Romanov avoids it.
Romanov advances nicely into full mount. #T3#
Romanov controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Romanov working for a guillotine from mount but Mendez is in no mood to give up.
Romanov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Mendez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Romanov avoids the attempt from Mendez to control.
Mendez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Mendez tries to hold on but Romanov pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Romanov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Romanov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Romanov working the ground and pound effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uri Romanov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Good exchange - Mendez coming out on top.
Romanov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mendez as he jumps to the side.
Mendez throws a push kick but Romanov slaps the foot to one side.
Romanov throws a big counter combination but Mendez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Mendez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Romanov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mendez is in Romanov's guard.
Mendez trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Mendez has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Romanov is proving hard to escape from.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mendez is one step ahead there.
Romanov throws a couple of heel strikes.
#T1#
Mendez postures up.
Mendez wants to get up but he can't break Romanov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU2#
Mendez gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD#
Mendez gets caught napping as Romanov dives in and scores a takedown. Mendez manages to retain guard.
Romanov pushes down on Mendez 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Romanov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Mendez looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T2#
Romanov not doing much here.
Mendez is trying to get back to full guard.
Romanov working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Romanov is working for a kimura but Mendez is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3#
Romanov controlling the pace.
Mendez is looking to control Romanov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mendez avoid being mounted?
Mendez is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Romanov seems content to control.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mendez is looking to control Romanov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mendez avoid being mounted?
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Romanov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mendez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Romanov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mendez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Romanov feints and as Mendez raises his hands in defense, Romanov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mendez is wriggling around but Romanov manages to pass to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Raul Mendez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Romanov 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uri Romanov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2020 |
#R1#
Mendez wants to clinch up but Romanov keeps it at a distance.
Mendez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mendez tries to clinch but Romanov moves out of range.
Romanov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mendez misses with a hook. Romanov ducked under it nicely.
Romanov avoids the head kick by Mendez .
Romanov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A head kick misses from Romanov. #TD#
Romanov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mendez 's guard.
Romanov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Mendez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romanov wanted to stand there but Mendez had control of the position.
Mendez looking for a sweep. Not yet Mendez , not yet. #T1#
Romanov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Romanov is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Mendez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mendez tries to get to full guard but Romanov has control of the leg. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Romanov stalling.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Mendez desperately trying to maintain half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Mendez scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU2#
Mendez has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Mendez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Romanov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mendez throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Romanov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Romanov pushes Mendez up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Mendez 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Romanov clinches up with Mendez and pushes him back against the cage.
Mendez throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Romanov decides to pull guard.
Mendez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Romanov's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Romanov holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Romanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mendez defends it easily.
Mendez trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Mendez postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Mendez would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Romanov wants to sweep here but Mendez controlling him for the moment.
Mendez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Mendez trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mendez wants to pass the guard but Romanov is keeping the position.
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 Uri Romanov 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.
#R2#
Mendez tries to clinch but Romanov is having none of it.
As Mendez looks to move away, Romanov throws a big counter combo but Mendez just gets out of the way.#TD2#
Mendez closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Romanov quickly recovers to half guard.
Romanov is looking to control Mendez 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Romanov avoid being mounted?
Romanov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mendez 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mendez 's back!
Romanov controlling from the back.
Uri Romanov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Romanov gets his hands free as Mendez looks to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Romanov looking for the choke from the back.
Mendez wants to control his opponent's hands but Romanov gets his hands free. #SUB#
Romanov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T1##SUB#
Romanov tightening his grip on Mendez , looking for the choke.
Mendez just trying to survive but Romanov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Romanov looking to break Mendez 's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Mendez remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Romanov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
You can see the frustration on Mendez 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Romanov sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Mendez taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Uri Romanov!
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