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Event:
Empire: XVI
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Emelianenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Emelianenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Emelianenko is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Emelianenko defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov working Emelianenko over with strikes.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Emelianenko tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Magomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Emelianenko tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Viking Bizorkers in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Emelianenko.#TD#
Emelianenko gets caught napping as Magomedov dives in and scores a takedown. Emelianenko manages to retain guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Emelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Emelianenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Emelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Emelianenko's guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Emelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov stops Emelianenko from standing up. #T4#
Emelianenko keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Emelianenko is looking to stand up but Magomedov isn't so interested in that idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov throws a strike but Emelianenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khalabib Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Emelianenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Emelianenko is dominant here and he's now got Magomedov's back!
Emelianenko biding his time, controlling Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Emelianenko is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Khalabib Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Emelianenko can do to turn this around?
Emelianenko controls the action.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Magomedov trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko is in full control for now.
Emelianenko controlling from the back.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T3#
Emelianenko is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Magomedov is trying to stand back up.
Emelianenko biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov is trying to stand back up.
Emelianenko keeps control of the position easily here as Magomedov tries to buck him off.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khalabib Emelianenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A combination from Magomedov does no damage.
Emelianenko with the counter takedown but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Emelianenko stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Emelianenko wants it to stay on the feet.
And Emelianenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Magomedov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice takedown defense from Emelianenko. No joy for Magomedov on that attempt. #TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Emelianenko is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Emelianenko kicks Magomedov off and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Emelianenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khalabib Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Emelianenko defends it nicely.
Emelianenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov misses with a takedown #TD2#
and Emelianenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Magomedov!
Emelianenko takes a little break here. Magomedov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet here but Emelianenko is keeping cool and he's managed to take Magomedov's back.#T2#
Magomedov is trying to stand back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Magomedov trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Emelianenko trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Magomedov doesn't escape.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Emelianenko controlling the position well here. Magomedov rolled but Emelianenko kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Khalabib Emelianenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Emelianenko has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khalabib Emelianenko!
Khalabib Emelianenko took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Translator: I have a lot of respect for Patrick Star, we had a great fight and I wish him all the best.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones.
Magomedov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Magomedov sprawls well. Magomedov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Magomedov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jones's half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Jones on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones looks like he's trying to stand up.
Magomedov working over Jones with some ground and pound. Jones looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Magomedov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Jones's hands, connecting with Jones's forehead.
Magomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Jones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
Magomedov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Magomedov prevents Jones from improving his position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Magomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Jones is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Magomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #ROC#Jones is rocked!
Magomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jones is still in real trouble! Can Magomedov finish him?
Magomedov lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Jones quite badly. Jones pulls Magomedov in close trying to recover. Magomedov postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Jones on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Jones doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khalabib Magomedov! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Magomedov manages to break the clinch.
Strepnev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Strepnev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Horrible takedown attempt by Strepnev or perhaps it was just good defense by Magomedov, which made it look bad.
Khalabib Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Strepnev.
Strepnev tries to clinch up.
Strepnev is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Magomedov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Magomedov wants it to stay on the feet.
As Strepnev looks to move away, Magomedov throws a big counter combo but Strepnev just gets out of the way.#TD#
Magomedov gets the takedown into side control.
Magomedov tries to score with some ground and pound. Strepnev controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Strepnev tries to improve position but can't.
Magomedov throwing strikes but Strepnev manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Magomedov regains half guard, as Strepnev was trying to land strikes.
Strepnev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Strepnev is looking for a kimura but Magomedov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Strepnev to get the leverage.
Magomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Strepnev. #SUB2#
Strepnev is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magomedov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Strepnev is keen to just control but Magomedov is a slippery customer.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Strepnev seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Strepnev trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it.
Magomedov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Strepnev looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Magomedov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Strepnev is one step ahead there.
Strepnev throws a strike but Magomedov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Magomedov advances position into side control!#SU#
Magomedov stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T4##TD2#
Strepnev looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Magomedov!#ES#
Magomedov throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Strepnev looks winded!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Strepnev breaks the clinch.
Magomedov cracks Strepnev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khalabib Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Strepnev fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Magomedov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Magomedov has gone for a leg lock! Strepnev slips out almost immediately though and dives into Magomedov's guard.#REVB#
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Strepnev passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Strepnev 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.
Khalabib Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov pushes Strepnev off looking to stand but Strepnev dives back in and keeps control.
#T1#
Strepnev performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Strepnev is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Strepnev tries to pass to full mount but Magomedov defends it.
Strepnev is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #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.#ES#
Magomedov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Strepnev keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Come on Strepnev - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#TD2#
Strepnev tightens his grip and picks Magomedov up, before dumping him to the ground. Magomedov manages to land in guard.
Magomedov keeping full guard, as Strepnev tries to pass.
Magomedov is pulling down on Strepnev's head. It's preventing any offense from Strepnev, at least for the moment.#T3#
Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Strepnev tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedov is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Strepnev defends well.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing Strepnev from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Magomedov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strepnev can do to turn this around?
Strepnev manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Magomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Strepnev is trying to maintain the position but Magomedov is very close to passing his half guard.
Strepnev is breathing heavily.
Strepnev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Magomedov throwing shots but Strepnev is blocking nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Strepnev wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Strepnev might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
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 Khalabib Magomedov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Strepnev is avoiding it.
#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Strepnev's guard.
Magomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magomedov postures up.
Strepnev bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. #REVB##ES#
Magomedov pushes Strepnev off and gets back to his feet.
Magomedov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strepnev.
Magomedov is looking to counter the offense by Strepnev and move into the clinch.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov cracks Strepnev with a big right hand but Strepnev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Magomedov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Strepnev on the ground.
Magomedov working the head and body with strikes.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Strepnev can do anything to dispel that myth.
Strepnev regains half guard, as Magomedov was trying to land strikes.
Strepnev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Magomedov throwing shots but Strepnev is blocking nicely.
Magomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Magomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Strepnev tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Strepnev to regain full guard.
Magomedov throws an elbow that misses. Strepnev uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Magomedov's guard. Nice move by Strepnev!#REVB#
Strepnev won't allow Magomedov to get back to his feet. #T2#
Strepnev is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Magomedov pulls Strepnev in close to his closed guard and prevents Strepnev from doing any damage or advancing position.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing Strepnev from standing up.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Strepnev is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Strepnev working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Strepnev's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Strepnev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magomedov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Strepnev wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Magomedov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Strepnev.
Magomedov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Magomedov avoids the head kick by Strepnev.
Magomedov tries to bum rush Strepnev with a series of wild strikes but Strepnev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD#
Magomedov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Strepnev takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Magomedov wants to control but Strepnev is keeping him busy. #T4#
Magomedov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Strepnev is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Strepnev is letting Magomedov control him for a moment.
Magomedov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Strepnev sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Strepnev wants to control but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SU#
Magomedov decides to stand back up. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Strepnev back into the cage.
Maxim Strepnev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Khalabib Magomedov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Strepnev tries to pull guard but Magomedov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khalabib Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khalabib Magomedov! |
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