Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 311 Kuomanen vs Mahmut
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
Obi lands a nice shot to the body.
Obi throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Obi takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Obi throws a good cross that connects.
A jab from Obi misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Obi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Obi.
Obi misses with a hook to the body
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kersikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
Obi looks to land a combination but Kersikov avoids it well.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Obi moves in looking to clinch but Kersikov pushes him off.
Obi misses with a two punch combination.
Obi misses with a hook
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Obi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Obi avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Obi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Obi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Obi misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Obi throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Obi throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Obi was not able to check.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A jab from Obi finds it's way through Kersikov's defenses.
Obi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov lands a jab.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Obi.
Kersikov scores with the left hand. Obi knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#Obi is rocked!
Kersikov darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Obi's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Kersikov before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sergej Kersikov!
Sergej Kersikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 302 Dall Jr vs Brown
Date: Mar 17, 2024

#R1#
Roll stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kersikov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Roll has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Roll wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Roll throws a good cross that connects.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Roll is defended easily by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a big counter combination but Roll scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kersikov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Roll.
Roll fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roll tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kersikov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Roll somewhat.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sergej Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rokken Roll.
Roll throws a solid leg kick but Kersikov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Roll.#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Roll.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov slips a jab from Roll.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov throws a body punch but Roll moves out of range.
Roll looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov with a jab.
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Roll throws out the jab.
Roll attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Roll fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov avoids it really well and circles away.
Roll bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Roll lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Roll tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Roll misses with a low kick as Kersikov jumps back.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov thinks about countering with a body kick.
Roll pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As Roll backs away, Kersikov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Roll throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Roll just manages to avoid it.
Roll tries to bum rush Kersikov with a series of wild strikes but Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Roll ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Roll gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Roll misses.
Roll throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Roll throws a good cross that connects. #TD2#
Roll fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kersikov sprawls well initially but Roll persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Roll missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Roll seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.
Kersikov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Roll.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Roll is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Roll seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Roll 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. #T4##SUB2#
Roll is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Roll to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Roll is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Kersikov is defending against the submission attempts here by Roll.
Roll trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rokken Roll dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kersikov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Roll to score with a decent uppercut.
Roll digs a good body shot into Kersikov's ribs.
A left and a right from Roll both land. Nice combination.
Kersikov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Roll is able to avoid easily.
Roll throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Roll.
Roll swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Roll lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Roll bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Roll connects with a body shot that sends Kersikov's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Roll throws a right hand that Kersikov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kersikov also avoids with ease.
Roll connects with a single shot there.#T1#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Roll lands a slapping body shot.
Sergej Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Roll misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nice defenses there by Roll.
Roll thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab from Roll misses.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Roll manages to avoid it.
Rokken Roll seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Roll swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kersikov!
Roll gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Roll throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Roll closes the distance and clinches up with Kersikov, looking for a takedown. Roll pushes Kersikov against the cage but Kersikov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Roll has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Roll misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sergej Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rokken Roll.#T2#
Roll takes one to the chin there.
Roll lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kersikov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Roll swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roll dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kersikov. That did some damage!
Kersikov checks a low kick from Roll.
Kersikov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Roll has time to react.
Kersikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Roll misses with a low kick.
A nice combination there by Roll.
Roll misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Kersikov misses with a straight right. #T3#
Kersikov stuffs the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Roll moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov throws a hook but Roll avoids it easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Roll darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kersikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Roll misses with a double jab
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Roll lands a head shot.
Roll misses with a low kick.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Rokken Roll seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov checks a leg kick nicely.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov misses with a wild body shot.
Roll throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Roll takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A clash of legs there as Kersikov blocks the low kick.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Roll misses with a combination
and Roll takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Roll throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kersikov on the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roll throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov tried to counter with a leg kick but Roll avoided it.
Kersikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Roll lands with a straight right. Kersikov didn't see that one coming.
Roll throws a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Roll. Roll obviously looking to wear him down.
Roll throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov's knee but Kersikov avoids it well.
Roll throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Roll. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rokken Roll showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kersikov throws a leg kick that misses.
Sergej Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Roll bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Roll uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Roll rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A combination from Kersikov does no damage.
Roll moves out of range of the leg kick from Kersikov.
Roll looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Roll ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Roll avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roll fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov avoids it really well and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Roll misses with a shot to the body
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand. #T1#
A good leg kick by Roll. #TD2#
Roll closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kersikov did well to prevent Roll getting side control.
Roll throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Roll is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Roll seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.
Roll is stalling here. Kersikov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Roll seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Kersikov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Roll tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kersikov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T2#
Roll really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rokken Roll has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Roll tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Roll is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Roll wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Roll really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T3#
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Roll tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Roll is working to get back to half guard.
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Roll really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
Roll manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Roll is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control!
Kersikov gets to mount! Roll was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Kersikov throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Roll manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergej Kersikov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Roll 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rokken Roll!
After winning the bout, Rokken Roll thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 293 Okongwu vs Walton
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
Theorist with the inside leg kick.
Theorist moves forwards but Kersikov connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT2#It looks like Conspiracy Theorist has been cut.
Theorist closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kersikov throws a leg kick which misses Theorist's front leg but catches the back leg as Theorist tries to avoid it.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Theorist to counter with a crisp jab.
Theorist fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kersikov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Theorist.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Theorist steps away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theorist ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Theorist fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kersikov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kersikov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Theorist.
Theorist is looking to score with low kicks.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Theorist throws a leg kick but Kersikov checks it.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Theorist steps away.
Theorist buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Theorist thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Theorist.
Theorist throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Conspiracy Theorist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Theorist scores with a nice strike.
Kersikov keeps the fight on the outside.
Kersikov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Theorist misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with an inside leg kick.
Theorist throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Theorist was not able to check.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
Theorist throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Theorist misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Theorist misses with a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Theorist was not able to check.
Theorist uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.
Theorist misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Theorist 's knee.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Theorist is looking to counter punch.
Theorist dips to his left and cracks Kersikov with an uppercut!
Theorist throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Theorist misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Theorist.
Kersikov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Theorist lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Theorist.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Theorist is wise to it.
Kersikov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kersikov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Donk. Kersikov catches Theorist right on the button with a cross.
Theorist scores with a hook.
Theorist thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a huge left! Theorist is in big trouble! He's backing up but Kersikov isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Theorist from any more damage. A dominating finish by Kersikov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergej Kersikov!
Sergej Kersikov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 285 Doomsday vs Dragneel
Date: Jan 21, 2024

#R1#
Kersikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mac Airt tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kersikov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mac Airt blocks it well.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Mac Airt's head but Mac Airt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mac Airt throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Mac Airt just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body kick there by Kersikov.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mac Airt.
Kersikov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mac Airt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Mac Airt moved out of range.
Kersikov cracks Mac Airt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Mac Airt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mac Airt looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Mac Airt looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Mac Airt's head but Mac Airt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Mac Airt was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kersikov.
Mac Airt ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mac Airt misses with a wild body shot.
Cormac Mac Airt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Mac Airt is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Mac Airt misses the target.
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!
A bone on bone clash there as Mac Airt blocks the leg kick. #T1#
Kersikov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mac Airt cracks Kersikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kersikov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kersikov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Mac Airt moved out of range.
Mac Airt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mac Airt slips under a jab from Kersikov.
Mac Airt works the jab nicely.
Mac Airt displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Mac Airt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mac Airt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
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!
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Mac Airt lands a right hook to the body.
Mac Airt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov scores with a body shot.
Mac Airt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.#T2#
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mac Airt lands a head shot.
Mac Airt misses with a looping left.
Mac Airt misses with a looping left.
Mac Airt lands a jab to the head.
Mac Airt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov throws the left hand but Mac Airt avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov misses with a wild body shot.
Mac Airt lands with a nice body punch.
Mac Airt on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
Mac Airt rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kersikov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice body punch from Mac Airt.
Kersikov moves out of range as Mac Airt strikes.
Mac Airt looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Mac Airt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Mac Airt.#T3#
Kersikov digs a good body shot into Mac Airt's ribs.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mac Airt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kersikov can pounce on him.
Kersikov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A jab from Mac Airt misses.
Mac Airt connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mac Airt lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Mac Airt misses.
Mac Airt misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mac Airt wants to clinch.
Mac Airt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Mac Airt's shoulder, as Mac Airt tries to avoid the shot.
Mac Airt went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.#T4#
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mac Airt lands a head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mac Airt throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Mac Airt checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kersikov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mac Airt pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kersikov back to the cage. Mac Airt follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Mac Airt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kersikov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mac Airt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Mac Airt avoids it with no problem.
A telegraphed right hand from Mac Airt misses the target.
A good leg kick by Kersikov.
Mac Airt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Mac Airt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kersikov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mac Airt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cormac Mac Airt dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Mac Airt looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Mac Airt swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kersikov.
Mac Airt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Mac Airt sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Mac Airt misses its intended target.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Mac Airt is wise to it.
Mac Airt misses the shot to the body.
Mac Airt walks into a jab.
Mac Airt wants to land a leg kick but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Mac Airt misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Mac Airt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mac Airt down.
Mac Airt misses with a body shot.
Mac Airt slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Mac Airt looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
Mac Airt throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Kersikov scores with a nice right hand.
Mac Airt misses with a body shot.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mac Airt works Kersikov's body with a nice hook.
Mac Airt tries to clinch but Kersikov is having none of it.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mac Airt punishes Kersikov's body with a nice straight punch.
Mac Airt throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mac Airt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Kersikov connects with a looping right hand.
Mac Airt with a nice cross.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Mac Airt moves away and avoids it.
Mac Airt throws a sloppy body shot
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Mac Airt was not able to check.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mac Airt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Mac Airt misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.#T2#
Kersikov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kersikov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kersikov motions for Mac Airt to come forward. Kersikov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mac Airt throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov scores with a decent looking hook.
Mac Airt moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kersikov lands a slapping body shot.
Kersikov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mac Airt.
Kersikov connects with a crisp jab.
Mac Airt is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
and Mac Airt counters with a nice body shot.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mac Airt on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Mac Airt.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Mac Airt.
Kersikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Mac Airt looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mac Airt just misses with a punch to the body.
Mac Airt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mac Airt takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mac Airt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Mac Airt swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Mac Airt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kersikov throws a jab when Mac Airt was well out of range.
Mac Airt misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mac Airt changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a right hand that Kersikov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kersikov also avoids with ease.
Kersikov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mac Airt doesn't seem bothered though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mac Airt lands a lovely overhand right.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Mac Airt's shoulder, as Mac Airt tries to avoid the shot.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Mac Airt moves away and avoids it.
Mac Airt looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
Mac Airt on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Mac Airt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Mac Airt checks it.
Kersikov connects with a looping right hand.
Mac Airt tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kersikov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mac Airt with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergej Kersikov 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#
Kersikov throws a series of punches but Mac Airt avoids them all with ease.
Good work by Mac Airt as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick
and Mac Airt counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheers as Kersikov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mac Airt doesn't seem phased though.
Kersikov throws a hook but Mac Airt avoids it easily.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mac Airt.
Kersikov throws a wild body kick that Mac Airt sees coming a mile off.
Mac Airt misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Mac Airt saw it coming and moves away.
Kersikov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
A right-left combo lands from Mac Airt.
Kersikov scores with a leg kick. #T1#
Kersikov thuds a left hand into Mac Airt's body.
Mac Airt feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kersikovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kersikov takes a swing at Mac Airt's ribcage but misses.
Mac Airt moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big left from Mac Airt misses.
Kersikov takes one to the side of the head.
Kersikov jabs at Mac Airt's body.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mac Airt on the side of the head.
Mac Airt checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mac Airt throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Mac Airt throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mac Airt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Mac Airt checks a leg kick nicely.
A shot to the liver by Mac Airt. Beautiful body shot.
Mac Airt throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Mac Airt cracks a nice hook into Kersikov's ribs.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Mac Airt moves out of range easily.
Mac Airt takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Cormac Mac Airt is winning the standup battle so far.
Mac Airt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Kersikov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mac Airt finds it's way round the side to connect with Kersikov's head.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mac Airt. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A shot to the liver by Kersikov. Beautiful body shot.
A head kick by Mac Airt misses
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mac Airt takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kersikov throws a looping overhand right but Mac Airt ducks down to avoid it.
Mac Airt scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mac Airt jabs Kersikov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kersikov throws a body punch but Mac Airt moves out of range.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Mac Airt sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Mac Airt misses with a few strikes there.
Mac Airt slips a jab from Kersikov.
Mac Airt throws a right hand that Kersikov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kersikov also avoids with ease.
Mac Airt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab. #T4#
Mac Airt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mac Airt throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Mac Airt misses with a double jab.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kersikov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kersikov. Mac Airt shrugs it off though.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Mac Airt throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Mac Airt throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kersikov misses with the combination.
Mac Airt just misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergej Kersikov.
I think Kersikov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cormac Mac Airt!
Cormac Mac Airt decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 279 Evans vs McKane
Date: Jan 07, 2024

#R1#
A low kick from Roll misses
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Roll.#TD2#
Roll looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Roll throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Roll is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Roll seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Roll is working for a kimura but Kersikov is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roll wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy. #T1#
Kersikov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Roll frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kersikov is trying to reverse the position but instead Roll has taken his back - oops!
Roll keeps control of the position as Kersikov tries to break free. #SUB2#
Roll is persistently looking for the submission but Kersikov is defending it well. #T2#
Kersikov covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Roll is not going to allow Kersikov to sit and survive in this position.
Roll wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Roll avoiding Kersikov 's attempts to control his hands.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Roll working for the choke.
Kersikov is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Roll is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Kersikov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Kersikov for a finish. #SUB2#
Roll looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Roll tightening his grip on Kersikov, looking for the choke. #T4#
Kersikov covering up well and avoiding damage.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Roll manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Kersikov tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Roll has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Kersikov is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rokken Roll!
Rokken Roll decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 269 Calamari vs Doom 2
Date: Dec 08, 2023

#R1#
Kersikov checks a leg kick nicely.
Kersikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Dreth lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dreth shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kersikov defends it nicely.#TD#
Dreth gets the takedown into side control.
Kersikov is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An elbow from Dreth crashes against the mat.
Dreth remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T1#
Kersikov wants to get back to his feet but Dreth drags him back down.
Kersikov seems a little lost for a moment, as Dreth dominates the positioning.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.
Dreth 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.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom here.
Kersikov wants to get back to his feet but Dreth drags him back down.
We've been hearing that Dreth has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dreth misses with the ground and pound.
Kersikov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Dreth landing strikes.
Kersikov managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dreth. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dreth trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov tries to buck Dreth off but Dreth is having none of it.
Kersikov wants to control but Dreth postures up.
Kersikov avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dreth. #T3#
Dreth in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Dreth working the ground and pound.
An elbow from Dreth crashes against the mat.
Dreth trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is trying to control Dreth's posture but Dreth avoids it.
Kersikov is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Dreth is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kersikov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Kersikov parries the strikes from Dreth easily there. Dreth is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kersikov to escape.
Kersikov is trying to control Dreth's posture but Dreth avoids it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kersikov is trying to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The ground and pound from Dreth seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Dreth trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dreth jabs at Kersikov's body.
Dreth throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dreth throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Valen Dreth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dreth takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dreth connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dreth rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Dreth 's knee.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Dreth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov dodges the punch combination from Dreth.
Dreth fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Dreth throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dreth.
A cross from Dreth lands.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dreth.#TD#
Dreth scores with a takedown into Kersikov's guard.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov is looking to stand back up but Dreth counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Kersikov.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Dreth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Dreth throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dreth winds up and cracks Kersikov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov controlling the position well.
Kersikov trying to control but Dreth postures up.
Kersikov is doing well to control the position and prevent Dreth from advancing to side control.
Dreth is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now. #T3#
Kersikov trying to control but Dreth postures up. #SUB#
Dreth is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dreth missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dreth in particular looking to stall.
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kersikov is still trying to improve position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dreth throws out a leg kick but Kersikov moves out of range and Dreth only half commits.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A shot to the liver by Dreth. Beautiful body shot.
Valen Dreth is winning the standup battle so far.
Kersikov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dreth lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jab from Dreth.
Dreth on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dreth throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Sergej Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Dreth is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Dreth lands with a cross.
A good leg kick by Dreth.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth dominated that second 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Dreth lands a jab to the nose.
Sergej Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kersikov throws a lazy right hand but Dreth sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dreth.
Dreth misses with a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a nice body shot.
Nice cross by Dreth.
Dreth misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dreth cracks Kersikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dreth chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kersikov can pounce on him.
Dreth lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dreth misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick.
Dreth throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Dreth throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Jab from Kersikov.
Dreth fails to land with a series of punches.
Dreth throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dreth to score with a decent uppercut.
Dreth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov checks the leg kick.
Dreth throws a series of strikes that have Kersikov backpedaling.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dreth throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
A big right from Dreth misses.
A punch combination from Dreth misses.
Dreth throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.#T2#
Dreth scores with a leg kick.
Dreth misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Dreth wants to slow Kersikov down by chopping away at his legs.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Dreth is wise to it.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dreth connects with a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Dreth.
Dreth throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dreth throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dreth takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dreth looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kersikov tries a low kick but Dreth avoids it.
Dreth slips under a jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a hook but Dreth blocks it.#T3#
Nice shot by Dreth.
Dreth thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD#
Kersikov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Dreth working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dreth landing some decent shots from guard.
Dreth with a nice head shot there.
Dreth wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Dreth throws an elbow that misses. Kersikov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dreth's guard. Nice move by Kersikov!#REVB#
Kersikov is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Dreth working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kersikov has passed into half guard!
Kersikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Valen Dreth showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dreth 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Valen Dreth!
Valen Dreth decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C242: Kahn vs Vladimir II
Date: Oct 22, 2023

#R1#
Alderidge lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
Some bone on bone action there as Alderidge checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It appears Alderidge was looking to counter with a kick there.
Alderidge will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Alderidge tries to score with a low kick but Kersikov moves his leg out of the way.
Alderidge lands a slapping body shot.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alderidge.
Kersikov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Alderidge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
Kersikov checks a leg kick.
Alderidge swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alderidge takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Alderidge tried to score with a low kick but Kersikov checks it.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alderidge throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Alderidge throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Kersikov with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alderidge. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ranger Alderidge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alderidge throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Alderidge pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Alderidge connects with a solid leg kick.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Alderidge saw that one coming.
Alderidge throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alderidge. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Alderidge.
Alderidge throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Alderidge's knee momentarily.
A shot to the body from Alderidge misses
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Alderidge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Alderidge works the jab nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Alderidge down.
Alderidge steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Alderidge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alderidge throws a good cross that connects.
Kersikov throws a looping overhand right but Alderidge ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Alderidge takes one on the button.
Alderidge has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Kersikov lands a glancing blow to the side of Alderidge's head.
Alderidge connects with the punch.
Kersikov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Alderidge checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Alderidge throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Alderidge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A counter left hand to the body from Alderidge misses its target.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Alderidge throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alderidge moves out of range of the body kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kersikov checks a leg kick.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Alderidge is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Kersikov throws a hook but Alderidge avoids it easily.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alderidge.
Alderidge throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
A bone on bone clash there as Kersikov blocks the leg kick.
Alderidge takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kersikov 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 Alderidge has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Alderidge and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T3#
Kersikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Alderidge connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kersikov scrambles back to his feet.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov checks a leg kick.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Alderidge wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Alderidge attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Alderidge throws a wild body kick that Kersikov sees coming a mile off.
Alderidge loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Alderidge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alderidge manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Kersikov misses
and Alderidge counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alderidge throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov throws a push kick but Alderidge slaps the foot to one side.
Alderidge throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Alderidge throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov ducks right into an uppercut from Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kersikov lands a head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alderidge slips a straight right by Kersikov.#T4#
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Alderidge checks it.
Alderidge misses the jab.
Alderidge is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Jab from Alderidge.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Alderidge buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Alderidge's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Alderidge down.
Alderidge misses with a straight left.
Alderidge lands a lovely overhand right.
Alderidge lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Alderidge misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov cracks Alderidge with a right hand to the side of the head.
Alderidge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Ranger Alderidge will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Alderidge darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Some bone on bone action there as Alderidge checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Alderidge throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Alderidge throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
Kersikov connects with a body shot that sends Alderidge's belly button to the back.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Alderidge's shoulder, as Alderidge tries to avoid the shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Alderidge down.
Kersikov throws a hook but Alderidge blocks it.
Kersikov takes one to the side of the head.
Alderidge displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab.
Kersikov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Alderidge does it's job there.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Alderidge ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov tests Alderidge's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ranger Alderidge is winning the standup battle so far.
Alderidge blocks a leg kick.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Alderidge lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alderidge moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Alderidge throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Alderidge misses with a body punch
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Alderidge's knee momentarily.
Alderidge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Alderidge.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alderidge moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Alderidge tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Alderidge bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Alderidge throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Alderidge.
Kersikov throws a hook but Alderidge avoids it easily.
Alderidge jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd cheers as Kersikov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Alderidge doesn't seem phased though.
Alderidge is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alderidge throws a lazy body kick
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Alderidge.
Alderidge bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Alderidge throws a leg kick that misses.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alderidge scores with a shot to the body.
Alderidge looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Alderidge moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Alderidge loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Alderidge tries a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Alderidge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
A jab lands there for Kersikov.
Alderidge fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kersikov checks it well.
Alderidge misses with a wild body shot.
Alderidge misses with a hook.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kersikov lands with a cross.
Alderidge misses the shot to the body.
Alderidge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Alderidge connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kersikov's hands.#T3#
Alderidge just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov swings for the body but Alderidge moves out of range.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov misses with a looping right.
Alderidge throws a solid leg kick but Kersikov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Alderidge.
Kersikov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alderidge.
Kersikov motions for Alderidge to come forward. Kersikov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Alderidge misses with a kick to the body.
Kersikov misses the jab.
Kersikov tests Alderidge's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Alderidge.
A shot to the liver by Alderidge. Beautiful body shot.
Alderidge tries to score with a low kick but Kersikov moves his leg out of the way.
Alderidge wants to slow Kersikov down by chopping away at his legs. #T4#
Alderidge throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Alderidge's knee momentarily.
Alderidge looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Alderidge shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kersikov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Alderidge is out of range.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Donk. Kersikov catches Alderidge right on the button with a cross.
Alderidge avoids a punch combination nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov.
Alderidge looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Alderidge throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kersikov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kersikov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ranger Alderidge will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sergej Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kersikov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A cross from Alderidge lands.
Alderidge cracks Kersikov with a good jab.
Kersikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Alderidge misses with a low kick as Kersikov jumps back.
Kersikov motions for Alderidge to come forward. Kersikov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Alderidge is out of range.
Good shot there by Kersikov.
Alderidge looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Alderidge.
Alderidge throws a chopping leg kick but Kersikov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Alderidge swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Alderidge throws out a leg kick but Kersikov moves out of range and Alderidge only half commits.
Alderidge tries to land a front kick but Kersikov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kersikov lands an overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alderidge misses with a wild body shot.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Alderidge steps away.#T1#
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alderidge scores with a sloppy right hand. Kersikov should have avoided that one.
Kersikov misses with a body shot.
Alderidge lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Nice body kick from Alderidge.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Alderidge. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
Alderidge jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alderidge.
Alderidge cracks Kersikov with a good jab.
Alderidge misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alderidge with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kersikov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Alderidge.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov walks into a stiff left hand from Alderidge.
Alderidge connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Alderidge fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kersikov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice body punch from Alderidge.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alderidge.
Alderidge throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kersikov defending well as Alderidge loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Alderidge lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Alderidge lands a nice shot that snaps Kersikov's head back.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alderidge.
Alderidge slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Kersikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Alderidge is wise to it.
Alderidge misses with a straight right.
Alderidge throws a leg kick but Kersikov checks it.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Alderidge checks it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Alderidge.
Alderidge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Alderidge lands a nice looking body shot.
Alderidge keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Alderidge avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A decent looking cross lands there for Alderidge.
Alderidge with a nice calf kick.
Alderidge looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
Alderidge lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Alderidge wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kersikov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Alderidge scoring well with a low kick there.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Alderidge moves out of range easily.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Alderidge is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A nice inside leg kick there by Alderidge. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Alderidge is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Alderidge throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kersikov on the side of the head. #T4#
Alderidge misses the jab.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Kersikov might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Alderidge has got the better of the exchanges.
Kersikov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Alderidge throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Alderidge throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kersikov on the side of the head.
Alderidge is looking to slow Kersikov down with leg kicks.
Kersikov moves out of range as Alderidge throws a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kersikov.
Kersikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alderidge moves away.
Alderidge was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kersikov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alderidge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
Alderidge is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kersikov tries to score with a low kick but Alderidge moves his leg out of the way.
Alderidge swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ranger Alderidge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kersikov needs to keep his hands up - Alderidge had a free shot at his head there.
Kersikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ranger Alderidge showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Alderidge 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ranger Alderidge!
A relieved looking Ranger Alderidge thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: C237: Albatross vs Corassa II
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Kasamsun tries for a takedown but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kersikov takes one to the chin there.
Kasamsun misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kersikov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kasamsun throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kasamsun misses with a series of wild punches.
A slow jab from Kasamsun misses its intended target.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kasamsun.
Kasamsun slips under a jab.
Kersikov walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kasamsun looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
A punch combination from Kasamsun misses.
Irong Kasamsun seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov takes one to the chin there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kersikov.#T1#
Kasamsun throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Good work by Kasamsun as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #TD#
Kasamsun closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kersikov's guard.
Kasamsun showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kasamsun loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kersikov seems keen to control Kasamsun's posture.
Kasamsun throwing strikes from guard but Kersikov blocks nicely.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kersikov holds on and takes a little breather.
Kasamsun is looking to work some ground and pound but Kersikov has wrist control.#T2#
Kasamsun trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kersikov controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
We've been told by Kasamsun's head coaches at Gumburcules Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kersikov cracks Kasamsun with a good jab.#CL#
Kasamsun has managed to clinch.
Kersikov wants to stall.
Kasamsun lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kersikov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kasamsun blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kasamsun lands a body shot.
Kersikov cracks Kasamsun with a nice body shot.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Kasamsun. #T3#
Kersikov misses with the head strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kasamsun creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kasamsun is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kersikov is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Irong Kasamsun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov looking to slow down the pace here.
Kasamsun blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kasamsun.
Kasamsun blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kasamsun's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kasamsun trying to stall but Kersikov improves his position.
The referee calls for Kasamsun to work.
Kasamsun scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kasamsun will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T4#
Kersikov walks into a jab.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kasamsun.
Kersikov scores with a leg kick.
Kasamsun doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kasamsun throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kasamsun throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kasamsun throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the head.
Kersikov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kasamsun throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov throws a solid leg kick but Kasamsun takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kersikov.
It looked like Kasamsun wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kersikov works Kasamsun's body with a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Irong Kasamsun will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kasamsun throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kasamsun throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kasamsun jabs Kersikov right on the nose. Kersikov blinks but takes it well.
Kasamsun misses the shot to the body.
Irong Kasamsun is winning the standup battle so far.
Kasamsun walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kersikov.
A punch combination from Kersikov misses.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nice defenses there by Kasamsun.
Kasamsun moves out of range of the strikes.
Kasamsun throws a series of punches but Kersikov avoids them all with ease.
Kasamsun dives in for a single leg takedown but Kersikov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kasamsun doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Kersikov takes one to the side of the head.
Kasamsun misses with a straight left.
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!
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Kasamsun changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kasamsun misses with a hook.#T1#
Kersikov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kasamsuns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kasamsun.
Some wild striking there from Kersikov.
Kersikov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kasamsun.
Kasamsun throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Kasamsun has closed the distance and engaged Kersikov in a clinch.
Kasamsun misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Kasamsun tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kersikov fails to land.
Kersikov stalling against the cage.
Kasamsun can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kasamsun tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC2#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kasamsun.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Irong Kasamsun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kersikov connects with a solid leg kick.
Kasamsun takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kasamsun misses with a looping left.
Kersikov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Kasamsun moves out of range easily.
Kasamsun throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov walks into a stiff left hand from Kasamsun.
Kasamsun throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kersikov's waist but Kersikov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kasamsun off to one side.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Kasamsun moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Kasamsun scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kersikov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kersikov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Kasamsun.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
and Kasamsun counters with a lovely straight right hand!
An inside leg kick lands from Kersikov.
Kasamsun throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Kasamsun moves away and avoids it.
Kasamsun loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kasamsun throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sergej Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
Kersikov throws a looping overhand right but Kasamsun ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kasamsun works the jab nicely.
Kasamsun connects with a crisp jab.
Kasamsun is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kasamsun walks into a jab.
Kasamsun listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kasamsun goes for a double leg but Kersikov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kersikov continues to drive forward.#T4#
Kasamsun goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kersikov gets underhooks to prevent Kasamsun's takedown attempt.
Kersikov misses with the head strike.
Kasamsun struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kersikov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kasamsun controls his hands.
Kersikov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Kersikov ducks right into an uppercut from Kasamsun.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kasamsun.
Kersikov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kasamsun dodges the punch combination from Kersikov.
Kasamsun drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kersikov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergej Kersikov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kasamsun misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov throws a right hand that Kasamsun ducks under and follows up with a left that Kasamsun also avoids with ease.
Nice shot lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Kasamsun's leg. Kasamsun is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kasamsun doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov circles away.
Kersikov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Kasamsun jumps back.
Kasamsun lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kasamsun ducks right into an uppercut from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kasamsun at a distance.
Kasamsun displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab.
A punch lands to the side of Kasamsun 's head but he takes it in his stride.
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!
Kasamsun scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kasamsun misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Kasamsun doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kasamsun looks to land a combination but Kersikov avoids it well.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kasamsun shoots in but Kersikov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kersikov scores with a nice strike.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kasamsun.
Kasamsun misses the jab.
Kersikov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kasamsun's head.
Kersikov lands a jab to the nose.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kasamsun.
Kasamsun on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Kasamsun was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kasamsun changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kersikov tries to avoid it but Kasamsun manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kersikov to the ground. Kersikov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Irong Kasamsun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov cracks a nice hook into Kasamsun's ribs.#T2#
Kersikov leaves Kasamsun with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kasamsun.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kasamsun throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kersikov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kasamsun shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kersikov as he avoids it easily.
Kersikov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kersikov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kasamsun counters with a straight right hand.
Kasamsun is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kasamsun slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kasamsun throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kersikov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kasamsun thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kasamsun.
Kersikov scores with a jab. Kasamsun acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kasamsun misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Kasamsun throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kasamsun takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kasamsun swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a hook but Kasamsun blocks it.
Kasamsun throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kersikov's waist but Kersikov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kasamsun off to one side.
Kasamsun throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Kasamsun 's knee.
Kasamsun fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kersikov moves out of range as Kasamsun strikes.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut
and Kasamsun counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kasamsun sizes up Kersikov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A jab from Kasamsun misses.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Kasamsun is wise to it.
Kasamsun shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kasamsun takes one to the side of the head.
Kasamsun shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kersikov pinned against the cage. Kersikov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov connects with a right hand. Kasamsun shakes it off.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kasamsun.
Kasamsun misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Kasamsun moves away and avoids it.
Kasamsun uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Kasamsun throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kasamsun pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Kersikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kasamsun throws a shot to the body.
Kersikov wants to slow Kasamsun down by chopping away at his legs.
Kasamsun sizes up Kersikov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergej Kersikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kersikov 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:30
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergej Kersikov!
Sergej Kersikov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C231: Haggar vs Mumu
Date: Sep 17, 2023

#R1#
Rome shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Nice takedown defense from Kersikov. No joy for Rome on that attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Rome throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kersikov's waist but Kersikov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rome off to one side.
Sergej Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Curtis Rome.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rome shoots for a double leg takedown but Kersikov sprawls well. He's pushed Rome's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rome with a poor takedown
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rome shoots in but no luck this time.
Kersikov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#KD#
Kersikov lands a big head kick that sends Rome tumbling to the mat! Kersikov takes a step backwards and waves Rome back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Curtis Rome has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1#
Rome gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov misses with a double jab.
Rome looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rome takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rome goes for a double leg but Kersikov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kersikov continues to drive forward.
Kersikov looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
Rome tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kersikov defends well and Rome ends up having to push Kersikov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rome scores with a jab. Kersikov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Kersikov stuffs the takedown.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rome gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD#
and Kersikov counters with a head kick that drops Rome to the mat! Rome scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Rome is rocked!
We've been told by Kersikov's head coaches at KFA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rome is holding his hands too far apart here. Kersikov throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Rome is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sergej Kersikov!
Sergej Kersikov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C225: Ji Woo vs Perkele II
Date: Aug 27, 2023

#R1#
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
Arroyo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Arroyo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Donk. Kersikov catches Arroyo right on the button with a cross.
Arroyo scores with a hook.
Kersikov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Arroyo.
Arroyo thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Arroyo missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Arroyo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Arroyo misses the target.
Arroyo looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Arroyo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A jab from Arroyo misses.
Arroyo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mary Gracies Jiu Jitsu in the buildup to the fight.
Arroyo throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Arroyo.
Arroyo tests Kersikov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Kersikov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Arroyo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Arroyo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Arroyo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab from Arroyo misses.
Arroyo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A low kick from Kersikov is predictable there
and Arroyo makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Kersikov really felt that one!
Arroyo scores with a leg kick.
Arroyo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arroyo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Arroyo moved away.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Arroyo.
Arroyo throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Arroyo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Javier Arroyo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Kersikov throws a right and a left that Arroyo avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arroyo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Arroyo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kersikov.
And Kersikov responds with a good body kick, but Arroyo manages to step out the way in time.
Arroyo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Arroyo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Arroyo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Arroyo ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.#CL2#
Kersikov clinches with his opponent.
Arroyo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Arroyo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kersikov stalling the fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov.
Kersikov trying to control the position but instead, Arroyo has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kersikov into the cage.#BC#
Arroyo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Arroyo throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Arroyo.
Arroyo tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it.
Arroyo thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Arroyo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kersikov checks it well.
Arroyo throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Arroyo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Arroyo cracks Kersikov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kersikov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kersikov tries a low kick but Arroyo avoids it.
Arroyo throws a big shot that misses.
Arroyo backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Arroyo throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Arroyo ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arroyo 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.
Arroyo loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A bone on bone clash there as Arroyo blocks the leg kick.
Kersikov wants to land a leg kick but Arroyo is out of range.
Arroyo scores with a body shot.
Arroyo lands an overhand right.
Kersikov tries to bum rush Arroyo with a series of wild strikes but Arroyo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Arroyo misses with a straight right.
Arroyo tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it.
Arroyo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kersikov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Arroyo thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a solid body kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Arroyo!
Arroyo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Javier Arroyo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kersikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kersikov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Arroyo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Arroyo misses with a hook.
Arroyo throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Kersikov throws a jab when Arroyo was well out of range.
Arroyo thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Arroyo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Arroyo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Kersikov slips a jab from Arroyo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arroyo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arroyo lands a jab to the head.
Arroyo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Javier Arroyo is winning the standup battle so far.
Arroyo throws a big shot that misses.
Arroyo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T1#
Arroyo connects with the punch.
Kersikov tries to clinch but Arroyo is having none of it.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Arroyo.
Arroyo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
A good leg kick by Kersikov.
Arroyo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Arroyo.
Arroyo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice straight punches there by Arroyo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Arroyo.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Arroyo misses with a low kick.
Kersikov misses the shot to the body.
Arroyo throws a lazy body kick
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Arroyo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Arroyo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T2#
Arroyo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Arroyo tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Arroyo throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Arroyo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arroyo feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down.
A swing and a miss from Arroyo.
Arroyo backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kersikov scores with a push kick.
Good shot there by Arroyo.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A jab from Arroyo does it's job there.
Kersikov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Arroyo is looking to land body kicks.
Arroyo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T3#
Arroyo misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Arroyo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Arroyo is looking to chop away at Kersikov's legs.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov tests Arroyo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
A jab lands there for Kersikov.
Arroyo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Arroyo stuns Kersikov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Arroyo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arroyo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Arroyo checks the leg kick.
Arroyo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kersikov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T4#
Arroyo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Arroyo dips to his left and cracks Kersikov with an uppercut!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arroyo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kersikov finds it's way round the side to connect with Arroyo's head.
Arroyo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Arroyo does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kersikov throws a lazy right hand but Arroyo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kersikov 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 Arroyo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Arroyo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Arroyo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kersikov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Arroyo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Arroyo looks to throw a body kick
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Arroyo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Arroyo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arroyo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergej Kersikov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Arroyo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Arroyo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A lazy left from Arroyo finds it's target.
Arroyo on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Arroyo misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Arroyo moved out of range.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Arroyo.
Arroyo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Arroyo jumps back.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Arroyo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Arroyo is looking to score with low kicks.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Arroyo. Arroyo obviously looking to wear him down. #T1#
Kersikov checks the leg kick.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Arroyo's leg. Arroyo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Arroyo looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
Kersikov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov lands with an uppercut that bounces Arroyo off the cage and back into range.
Arroyo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Arroyo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Arroyo down.
Arroyo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Arroyo's shoulder, as Arroyo tries to avoid the shot.
Arroyo checks the leg kick.
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Arroyo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kersikov misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Arroyo throws a leg kick that misses.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Arroyo checks it.
Arroyo just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Arroyo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kersikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arroyo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Arroyo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Arroyo throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kersikov.
Jab from Arroyo.
Kersikov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Arroyo.#T3#
Kersikov slips under a jab from Arroyo.
Kersikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kersikov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Arroyo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kersikov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Arroyo looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kersikov misses the jab.
Arroyo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Arroyo takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot lands for Arroyo.
Arroyo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kersikov.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Arroyo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Arroyo misses with a straight left.
Kersikov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Arroyo scores with a nice strike.#T4#
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!
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Arroyo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Arroyo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kersikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Arroyo misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Arroyo takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Arroyo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Arroyo is wise to it.
Arroyo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Arroyo looks for the body kick but Kersikov saw that one coming.
Arroyo scores with a punch to the head.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Arroyo moves away and avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Javier Arroyo.
I think Arroyo 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Javier Arroyo!
Javier Arroyo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C220: Vaiduoklis vs Myers
Date: Aug 13, 2023

#R1#
Malley looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Malley. Malley obviously looking to wear him down.
Malley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Malley's shoulder, as Malley tries to avoid the shot.
Malley is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kersikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Malley throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Malley throws a chopping leg kick but Kersikov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Malley throws a leg kick but Kersikov moved away.
Kersikov tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kersikov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jane Malley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Malley.
Kersikov takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Malley with the inside leg kick.
Kersikov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Malley swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Malley keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Malley lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Malley misses with a head kick.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Malley misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Malley 's knee.
Malley 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.
A slapping leg kick lands for Malley.
Kersikov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Malley throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov's knee but Kersikov avoids it well.
Malley tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kersikov is able to avoid easily.#T2#
Malley lands with a slapping head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Malley.
Malley scores with a jab to the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for Malley.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malley.
Malley really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Malley misses with a low kick.
Malley throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malley.
Kersikov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Malley fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kersikov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Malley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Malley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malley throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Malley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slow jab from Malley misses its intended target.
Malley connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Malley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Malley throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick.
Kersikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kersikov is looking to clinch but Malley is avoiding it.
Malley looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A cross from Malley lands.
Malley tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Malley drops his hands momentarily and Kersikov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC2#Malley is rocked!
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malley scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Malley misses the shot to the body.
Malley goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov checks a leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Malley.
Kersikov defending well as Malley loads up on a big left hand.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Malley with a body shot.
Kersikov defending well as Malley loads up on a big left hand.
Malley is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Malley digs a good hook to Kersikov's body.
Malley swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A solid leg kick lands there for Malley.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Malley.
Malley ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jane Malley dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Malley avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sergej Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A jab from Malley misses.
Malley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malley.
Malley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malley buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov throws a lazy right hand but Malley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Malley moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malley stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Malley lands with a hook. Kersikov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Malley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Malley throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Malley throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Malley.
Kersikov throws a right hand that Malley ducks under and follows up with a left that Malley also avoids with ease.
Malley throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov takes one on the button.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Malley misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Jane Malley is winning the standup battle so far.
A clash of legs there as Kersikov blocks the low kick.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Malley moves away from the strike by Kersikov.
Malley throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Malley misses with a low kick as Kersikov jumps back.
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Malley turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Malley moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kersikov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Good shot there by Malley.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Malley.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Malley.
Malley lands a head shot.
Malley throws a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Malley with a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Malley. That snapped Kersikov's head back.
Malley throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
Malley lands a body shot.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T3#
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malley.
Malley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Malley connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kersikov scrambles back to his feet.
Malley thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Kersikov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Malley throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
Kersikov takes one to the side of the head.
Malley lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Malley bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
A shot to the liver by Malley. Beautiful body shot.
Kersikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Malley connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T4#
A jab from Malley does it's job there.
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!
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malley.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Malley connects with a solid leg kick.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Malley.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kersikov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Malley.
Malley jabs at Kersikov's body.
Kersikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Malley moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Malley throws a head kick that misses.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut
and Malley counters with an outside leg kick.
Malley scores with a head kick.
Kersikov checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jane Malley dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Malley scores with the left hand. Kersikov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kersikov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kersikov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kersikov checks a leg kick.
Malley lands a nice shot that snaps Kersikov's head back.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malley.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Malley.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Malley.
Malley tries a head kick but it misses.
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malley throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malley misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Kersikov counters by moving into the clinch.
Kersikov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Malley.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T1#
Kersikov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Malley misses with a body punch.
Kersikov swings wildly with an uppercut but Malley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malley goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Malley tries to break the clinch but Kersikov is controlling the position.
Malley working aggressively here.
Kersikov pushes Malley back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Malley lands a right hand.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kersikov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kersikov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A head punch on the inside from Malley fails to land. #T2#
Malley lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kersikov.
Malley wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kersikov taking a breather.
Malley is trying to break the clinch but Kersikov is controlling him.
Malley lands a body punch in the clinch.
Malley misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Malley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Malley jabs Kersikov right on the nose. Kersikov blinks but takes it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov wants to slow Malley down by chopping away at his legs.
Malley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Malley throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range. #T3#
Malley with a hook.
Malley lands a head kick!
A slapping leg kick lands for Malley.
Jab, jab by Kersikov - just one landing.
Oh Malley is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Malley listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Malley seems to have got his legs back now.
Malley scores with a nice strike.
Kersikov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Malley thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Malley lands a nice shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Malley lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Malley moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T4#
Malley connects with the punch.
Kersikov throws a body punch but Malley moves out of range.
Malley throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malley throws a nice inside leg kick.
Malley on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Malley is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Malley looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Malley sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Malley avoids it this time.
Malley connects with a high kick.
Kersikov throws a jab when Malley was well out of range.
Malley throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov tries to counter with a clinch but Malley shakes him off and moves away.
and Kersikov counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Malley! He's just covering up as Kersikov starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergej Kersikov!
After winning the bout, Sergej Kersikov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 216 Martin vs Shifter
Date: Jul 23, 2023

#R1#
Dvalishvili connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dvalishvili swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Dvalishvili.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
We've been told by Kersikov's head coaches at KFA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Dvalishvili.
Kersikov thows a leg kick but Dvalishvili checks it
and Dvalishvili counters with a nice uppercut.
Dvalishvili loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
An inside leg kick from Dvalishvili misses.
Kersikov lands a nice shot that snaps Dvalishvili's head back.
Dvalishvili lands a nice looking body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dvalishvili. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dvalishvili throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Dvalishvili takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dvalishvili steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kersikov. That one must have hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A clash of legs there as Dvalishvili blocks the low kick.
Dvalishvili slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dvalishvili throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Dvalishvili saw it coming and moves away.
Dvalishvili changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Dvalishvili takes one to the side of the head.
Dvalishvili moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Dvalishvili looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kersikov 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.
Dvalishvili throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kersikov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dvalishvili thinking.
Dvalishvili closes the distance and clinches up with Kersikov, looking for a takedown. Dvalishvili pushes Kersikov against the cage but Kersikov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dvalishvili misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Dvalishvili 's knee.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dvalishvili. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dvalishvili misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Dvalishvili throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Dvalishvili misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Dvalishvili misses the body punch
and Kersikov counters with a body kick that stops Dvalishvili in his tracks momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dvalishvili misses with a series of wild punches.
Dvalishvili lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Dvalishvili throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Dvalishvili ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Dvalishvili.
Kersikov is looking for a counter combo.
Dvalishvili throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Dvalishvili takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kersikov throws out a powerful jab.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dvalishvili takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
That kick from Dvalishvili tenderised Kersikov's leg. Kersikov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dvalishvili throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dvalishvili misses the body punch
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Dvalishvili throws a series of punches but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Dvalishvili moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dvalishvili lands a nice looking body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov. #T3#
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Dvalishvili saw that one coming.
Dvalishvili misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dvalishvili throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Dvalishvili moves away and avoids it.
Dvalishvili misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dvalishvili.
Koba Dvalishvili seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dvalishvili throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov sizes up Dvalishvili with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kersikov.
Dvalishvili misses with a body punch
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov connects with a looping right hand.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Dvalishvili.
Kersikov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dvalishvili looks to land a combination. Kersikov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Dvalishvili feints a jab promting Kersikov to slip. Dvalishvili then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kersikov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Dvalishvili lands a body shot. #T4#
Dvalishvili ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Dvalishvili moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov misses with a left hand
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dvalishvili stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Dvalishvili swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dvalishvili has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dvalishvili misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by Dvalishvili.
Kersikov moves out of range as Dvalishvili strikes.
Kersikov connects with a looping right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dvalishvili looks to land a combination but Kersikov avoids it well.
Dvalishvili misses with an uppercut.
Kersikov throws a lazy right hand but Dvalishvili sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dvalishvili throws a head kick that Kersikov semi-blocks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sergej Kersikov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Dvalishvili thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dvalishvili scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice shot lands for Kersikov.
Dvalishvili waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dvalishvili fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Dvalishvili looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dvalishvili rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Dvalishvili slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Dvalishvili missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dvalishvili uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Dvalishvili appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dvalishvili swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dvalishvili pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kersikov is out of range and Dvalishvili settles back down.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dvalishvili digs a good body shot into Kersikov's ribs.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dvalishvili's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dvalishvili throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice uppercut there from Kersikov.#T1#
Dvalishvili's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kersikov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dvalishvili scrambles back to his feet.
Dvalishvili misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Dvalishvili looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
It looked like Kersikov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Dvalishvili misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook.
Kersikov misses the body punch
and Dvalishvili counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Dvalishvili moved away.
Dvalishvili stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
A good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dvalishvili staying out of range there.
Dvalishvili was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dvalishvili's knee momentarily.
Dvalishvili swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dvalishvili throws out the jab.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.#T2#
Kersikov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dvalishvili misses the body punch
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dvalishvili checks a leg kick.
Kersikov thumps Dvalishvili with a low kick.
Dvalishvili lunges at Kersikov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kersikov's hand.
Dvalishvili uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Dvalishvili cracks Kersikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dvalishvili dodges the punch combination from Kersikov.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili punishes Kersikov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kersikov lands a jab to the nose.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Dvalishvili cracks a nice hook into Kersikov's ribs.
Kersikov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dvalishvili's hands.
Sergej Kersikov is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Dvalishvili looks to throw a body kick
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Dvalishvili ducked under it nicely.
Dvalishvili throws an off balance right hand
and Dvalishvili takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dvalishvili looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kersikov moves out of range as Dvalishvili strikes.
Dvalishvili throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dvalishvili connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dvalishvili throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Dvalishvili misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Dvalishvili throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov misses with a looping right.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Dvalishvili might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kersikov has got the better of the exchanges.
Dvalishvili misses with a body shot
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Dvalishvili throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Dvalishvili scores with a nice right hand.
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!
Dvalishvili displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab. #T4#
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
A punch lands to the side of Dvalishvili 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dvalishvili scores with a shot to the body.
Kersikov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dvalishvili misses with a body shot.
Kersikov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kersikov.
Dvalishvili scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Dvalishvili's head but Dvalishvili sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dvalishvili misses with the combination.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dvalishvili throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Kersikov.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dvalishvili. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergej Kersikov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dvalishvili bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kersikov's head backwards.
Dvalishvili misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Dvalishvili moved out of range.
Dvalishvili slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Dvalishvili steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A quick step to the side and Kersikov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kersikov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kersikov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dvalishvili throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Dvalishvili manages to avoid it.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
letting Dvalishvili counter with a right hand.
Kersikov tests Dvalishvili's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dvalishvili misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Kersikov scores with the left hand. Dvalishvili knows he should have avoided that one.
Dvalishvili looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Dvalishvili misses with a body kick.#T1#
Dvalishvili jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dvalishvili cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dvalishvili swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dvalishvili thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Dvalishvili cracks Kersikov with a good jab.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Kersikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dvalishvili manages to avoid it.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick.
Dvalishvili is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Dvalishvili down.
Dvalishvili uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good work by Dvalishvili as he checks the leg kick.
Dvalishvili misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Dvalishvili misses with a leg kick.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Koba Dvalishvili has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dvalishvili throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kersikov lunges at Dvalishvili with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dvalishvili's hand.
Dvalishvili checks the leg kick.
Dvalishvili misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kersikov tries to land a front kick but Dvalishvili steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kersikov feints a jab promting Dvalishvili to slip. Kersikov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Dvalishvili slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Dvalishvili has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dvalishvili sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dvalishvili misses with a body shot.
Kersikov connects with an inside leg kick.
Dvalishvili throws out a powerful jab.
Dvalishvili takes one to the side of the head.
Dvalishvili throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dvalishvili misses with a looping left.
Dvalishvili displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab.
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
Kersikov throws a low kick but Dvalishvili avoids it.
Dvalishvili swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Dvalishvili.
Kersikov tried to counter with a leg kick but Dvalishvili avoided it.
Kersikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dvalishvili can do to turn this around?
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dvalishvili swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a right hand to the body.
Kersikov cracks Dvalishvili with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili throws a big shot that misses.
Dvalishvili swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dvalishvili takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kersikov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dvalishvili.
Dvalishvili takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dvalishvili misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Dvalishvili throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
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!
Dvalishvili finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kersikov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
Dvalishvili swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov sizes up Dvalishvili with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dvalishvili takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dvalishvili misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dvalishvili stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a really nice looking cross but Dvalishvili seems unphased.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dvalishvili tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Dvalishvili.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dvalishvili misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kersikov counters with a series of strikes. Dvalishvili will be more careful next time no doubt.
Dvalishvili throws a sloppy body shot
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dvalishvili misses the shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergej Kersikov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kersikov 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergej Kersikov!
An out of breath Sergej Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 206 Ubereem vs Makkonen
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Kwong 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kwong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Kwong.
Kersikov tries to score with a low kick but Kwong moves his leg out of the way.
Kwong punishes Kersikov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kersikov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kwong scores with a body shot.
Kersikov misses with a series of wild punches.
Kwong doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jab, jab by Kwong - just one landing.
Kwong scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kwong misses with a straight left.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice straight punches there by Kwong. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kwong.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kwong throws a big shot that misses.
Kwong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
A shot to the body from Kwong misses
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Kwong was not able to check. #T1#
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kwong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kwong misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Kwong.
Kwong looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kwong lands with a nice body punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Kwong misses the target.
Kwong throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Kwong has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kwong looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kwong throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kwong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Kersikov looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
An inside leg kick lands from Kersikov.
Kwong misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Kersikov connects with a leg kick.
Kwong fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kersikov on the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kwong's head backwards.
Kwong throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kwong missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kersikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kwong throws a right and a left that Kersikov avoids nicely.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kwong misses with a hook
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kwong.
Kwong misses with a straight left.
Kwong swings widly with a right hand
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kwong swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Kwong 's knee.
Kwong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kwong looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range. #T3#
Kwong looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kersikov with the inside leg kick.
Kwong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Kwong misses with an uppercut.
Kwong misses with a straight right.
Kwong bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kwong fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A jab from Kwong misses.
Kwong 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.
Kersikov tries to land a body kick
letting Kwong counter with a right hand.
Kwong misses with a wild body shot.
Kersikov loads up on a big right hand but Kwong slips the punch.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Good shot there by Kersikov.
Kwong's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kersikov under the eye.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kwong missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kwong misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Kwong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kwong misses the jab.
Kwong lands a body shot.
Kwasi Kwong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kwong throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kwong.
Kersikov throws a chopping leg kick but Kwong manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kersikov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kwong.
Kwong lands a slapping body shot.
Kersikov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kwong swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov throws a sloppy head kick and Kwong moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kwong throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kwong looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Kwong throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwasi Kwong dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kwong swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Sergej Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kwong misses with a wild body shot.
Kwong throws a body shot but no joy.
Kwong just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kwong.
Kersikov misses with a wild body shot.
Kwong throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Kersikov tests Kwong's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kersikov connects with a right hand. Kwong shakes it off.
A big left from Kwong misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwong throws a combination. Kersikov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Kwong.
Kwong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kwong fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Good exchange - Kwong coming out on top.
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kwong is able to avoid easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kersikov. Kwong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kwong looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Kwong's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kersikov clobbers Kwong with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice straight punches there by Kwong. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kwong.
Kwong misses the body punch
and Kersikov counters with a series of strikes. Kwong will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kwong connects with a right hand. Kersikov shakes it off.
Kwong throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Kersikov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kwong is just out of range.
Kwong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kwong doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov circles away.
Kwong takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kwong takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A leg kick checked by Kwong.
Kwong misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Kwong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kwong throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Kwong looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kwong.
Kwong loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kwong misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a nice body kick.
Kersikov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kersikov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kwong jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Kersikov misses with a left hand
and Kwong connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kwong scores with a decent looking hook.
Kwong blocks a leg kick.
Kwong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kwong.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Kwong manages to avoid it.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Kwong's head but Kwong sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kwong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Kwong misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Kwong lands a right hook to the body.
Kwong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kwong works Kersikov's body with a nice hook.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Kersikov might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kersikov works the jab nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Kwong.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kwong throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.#T4#
Kwong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CUT#It looks like Kwasi Kwong has been cut.
Kwong throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kwong has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kwong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kwong misses with a straight left.
Kwong misses with a series of wild punches.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kersikov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kersikov moves forwards but Kwong connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kwong checks a leg kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwasi Kwong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwasi Kwong's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kwong throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Kwong pushes Kersikov up against the cage in a clinch.
Kwong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov lands a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kwong.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Kwong.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Kersikov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kersikov trying to control the position but instead, Kwong has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kersikov into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left hand lands to the body for Kwong.
Kwong misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kersikov tries to stall but Kwong uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T1#
A short left from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
Kwong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kersikov just leaning against Kwong, taking a breather.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Kersikov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kersikov.
Kersikov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kwong.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kwong working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Kwong.
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kwong tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it. #T2#
Kwong working aggressively here.
Kersikov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kwong has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov tries to throw a body punch but Kwong avoids it by throwing Kersikov back against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kwong lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kersikov is looking to control Kwong's arms but Kwong gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kersikov has his back to the cage.
Kwong swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Kwong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kwong misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Kwong - that landed with a thud.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Kwong.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Kwong.
Kersikov lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Kwong being controlled against the cage.
Kersikov tries to land a knee to the head but Kwong blocks with his arms.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Kersikov.
Kwong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kersikov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kwong up against the cage.
Kersikov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Kwong tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short uppercut from Kersikov.
Kwong doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kwong scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kwong misses with a punch to the body.
Kwong misses with a punch on the inside. #T4##BC2#
Kwong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kwong moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kwong 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 Kersikov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kersikov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Kwasi Kwong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kwong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Kwong scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kersikov swings widly with a right hand
and Kwong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kwong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kwong just misses with a punch to the body.
Kwong takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A low kick from Kersikov is predictable there
letting Kwong counter with a right hand.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Kwong on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kwong scores with a jab.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the body
and Kwong counters with a series of strikes. Kersikov will be more careful next time no doubt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwasi Kwong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kwong 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwasi Kwong!
Kwasi Kwong decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 195 Pinkman vs Joshy
Date: May 21, 2023

#R1#
Kersikov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kersikov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Roll.
Kersikov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Roll at a distance.
We've been hearing reports that Roll has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Roll misses with an uppercut.
Kersikov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Roll shoots for a double leg takedown but Kersikov sprawls well. He's pushed Roll's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kersikov scores with a push kick.
Roll throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Roll lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Roll tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kersikov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Roll loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Roll pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov tries to land a front kick but Roll steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Roll lands with a thumping leg kick.
Roll misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A bone on bone clash there as Kersikov blocks the leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roll takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T1#
Kersikov moves out of range as Roll strikes.
Roll on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Roll drives through and clinches with Kersikov against the cage.
Kersikov stalls.
Kersikov is pushing Roll up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Roll lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Roll.
A left hand lands to the body for Roll. #TD#
Roll has clasped his hands together around Kersikov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kersikov tries to bench press Roll off him but Roll keeps the position. #SUB#
Roll is trying to get an arm triangle but Kersikov is defending well. #T2#
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Roll wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Roll is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Roll goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kersikov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Roll but great work by Kersikov.
Kersikov tries to advance to mount but Roll denies him. #T4#
Roll sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kersikov prevents Roll from improving his position.
Roll manages to get to full guard.
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Roll keeps moving.
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov wants to stand but Roll is controlling his posture from full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergej Kersikov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Roll's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Roll throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov moves out of range as Roll strikes.
Roll backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Roll.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kersikov.
Roll throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Roll stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Roll ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Roll can pounce on him.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Roll's head but Roll sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good exchange - Roll coming out on top.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Roll checks a leg kick.
Roll misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Roll fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kersikov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
Roll wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Roll avoids it.
Roll keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Roll scoring well with a low kick there.
Roll misses with a straight left.
Some wild striking there from Roll.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A telegraphed right hand from Roll misses the target.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Roll.
Roll lands a lovely overhand right.
Kersikov walks into a stiff left hand from Roll.#CL#
Kersikov gets tackled into the cage by Roll. Roll maintains the clinch.
Roll lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov looking to stall. #T2#
Roll swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov lands a body punch.
Kersikov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Roll. #BC#
Roll's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov keeps the fight on the outside.
Roll blocks a head kick by Kersikov.
Roll thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Roll tries a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
Roll throws a leg kick that is checked
and Roll takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Roll swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A head kick misses from Roll.
Kersikov scores with a nice head shot.
Roll tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Roll.
Kersikov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T3#
Kersikov lands with a hook. Roll tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Roll throws a leg kick that misses.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kersikov is looking to chop away at Roll's legs.
Roll changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kersikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Roll thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kersikov motions for Roll to come forward. Kersikov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Danga de danga de dang - Kersikov scores with a four punch combination!
Kersikov dips to his left and cracks Roll with an uppercut!
Kersikov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Roll's head.
Kersikov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
A jab from Roll misses.
Roll swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roll walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rokken Roll seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Roll fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kersikov, pushing him back against the cage.
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!
Kersikov digs a right hand underneath Roll's ribcage. Roll let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kersikov.#T4#
Roll lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Roll avoiding damage as Kersikov throws knees to the body.
Kersikov taking a breather.
Roll lands a nice uppercut.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Roll makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kersikov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Roll lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Roll backwards.
Roll swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rokken Roll has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Roll wants a takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Roll.
Roll is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kersikov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rokken Roll. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov taking a breather.
Roll has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergej Kersikov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Kersikov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Roll. Roll circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rokken Roll has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Roll has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kersikov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Roll throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Roll tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it.
Roll throws a leg kick but Kersikov checks it.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov throws a looping overhand right but Roll ducks down to avoid it.
A punch combination from Kersikov misses.
Roll tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kersikov counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roll closes the distance but Kersikov moves to the side
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Roll is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kersikov throws a chopping leg kick but Roll manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A big right from Roll misses.
Roll shoots in and drives through. Kersikov sprawls well.#T1##CL#
Roll clinches with his opponent.
Roll tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kersikov smiles and moves away.
A lazy left from Kersikov finds it's target.
Roll missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Roll uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Roll.
Kersikov tries to bench press Roll off him but Roll keeps the position. #SUB#
Roll thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Roll taking a break here but Kersikov is having none of it and regains half guard. #T2##SUB#
Roll wants to work for an arm triangle but Kersikov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kersikov keeping control of the position.
Roll perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3##SUB#
Roll wants to work for an arm triangle but Kersikov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kersikov is trying to stand.
Kersikov tries to roll over but Roll keeps him under control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Kersikov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Roll is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kersikov takes a swing at Roll's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Roll clinches up against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Roll makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Roll blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov gets underhooks to prevent Roll's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rokken Roll. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Come on Kersikov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Roll misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov can't find room to land a body shot as Roll controls the action.
Roll letting Kersikov take a breather here.
Kersikov trying to control the position but instead, Roll has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kersikov into the cage.
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov trying to stall but Roll improves his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Roll lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
Kersikov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergej Kersikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kersikov 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergej Kersikov!
Sergej Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 181 Roll vs Asteroid
Date: Apr 01, 2023

#R1#
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Ries's leg. Ries is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ries misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ries.
Ries lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Ries connects with the punch.
Ries keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Ries swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov counters with a body kick.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ries takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Ries throws a poor cross that misses
and Ries takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ries misses with a two punch combination. #T1#
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Ries cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Ries lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kersikov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#KD2#
Kersikov lands a big right hand that sends Ries crashing to the mat! Kersikov stays standing though and waves Ries back to his feet!#ROC2#Ries is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ries switches off momentarily and Kersikov cracks him with a monster right hand! Ries topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Kersikov dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Kersikov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sergej Kersikov!
Sergej Kersikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 172 Harakka vs Ledoux
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1#
White misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
White is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kersikov throws a one two combo.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
White connects with a crisp jab.
Kersikov tried to score with a low kick but White checks it.
Kersikov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The crowd cheers as Kersikov lands an impressive looking overhand right. White doesn't seem phased though.
Kersikov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kersikov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kersikov cracks White with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
White slips under a jab.
Kersikov misses with a hook
and White counters with a left and a right that stings Kersikov.
White throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
White misses with a left hand
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A good leg kick by Kersikov.
White attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
White tries a head kick but it misses.
White misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut
and White counters with a low kick, right behind Kersikov 's knee.
White throws an off balance right hand
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Kersikov.
White throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A combination from Kersikov does no damage.
Kersikov clobbers White with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
White scores with a jab.
A big right from White misses.
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!
White throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it. #T2#
White throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and moves out of range.
White misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but White is out of range.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the head.
Kersikov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
White slips a jab and a cross from Kersikov.
White paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kersikov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on White. That did some damage!
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. White saw that one coming.
White lands with a hook. Kersikov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov dips to his left and cracks White with an uppercut!
Kersikov throws a series of punches but White avoids them all with ease.
Despite the aggression on White's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kersikov swings widly with a right hand
enabling White to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov walks into a stiff left hand from White.#T3#
A punch combination from White misses.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
White chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kersikov can pounce on him.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
White throws a right and a left that Kersikov avoids nicely.
Kersikov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from White finds it's way round the side to connect with Kersikov's head.
Kersikov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kersikov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
White misses with the combination.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
White throws a big counter head kick but Kersikov avoids it with no problem.
Kersikov lands a nice leg kick that just misses White's sensitive parts.
White tries to bum rush Kersikov with a series of wild strikes but Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
White scores with a sloppy right hand. Kersikov should have avoided that one.
White thows a left - swing and a miss!
White on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T4#
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!
White ducks right into an uppercut from Kersikov.
Kersikov cracks White with an open hand slap.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of White's head but White sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
White misses with a body shot.
White throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
White takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kersikov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. White was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Jab by Kersikov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kersikov throws the left hand but White avoids the punch easily.
White swings and misses with a hook to the body.
White bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Kersikov misses the jab.
It seemed like White was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sergej Kersikov 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#
Kersikov connects with a single shot there.
Nice body kick there by White.
White steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
White throws a combination that misses
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
White scores with a jab. Kersikov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
White lunges at Kersikov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kersikov's hand.
White misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
White blocks a leg kick.
Kersikov slips under a jab from White.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
White ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
White now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kersikov defending well as White loads up on a big left hand.
Sergej Kersikov is winning the standup battle so far.
White is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
White showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kersikov. #T1#
White misses with a jab to the body
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
White uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
A slow jab from White misses its intended target.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. White saw that one coming.
White looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov lands with an overhand left.
White defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
White tries to move into range but Kersikov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
White throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
White throws a lazy head kick
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kersikov.
White misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
White lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Kersikov loads up on a big right hand but White slips the punch.
White stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
White misses with a jab to the body
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at White's knee but White avoids it well.
White's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice straight punches there by Kersikov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kersikov.
White has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
White rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
White throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
White thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and White is able to avoid easily.
Kersikov with a jab.#T3#
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
White digs a good hook to Kersikov's body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but White might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kersikov has got the better of the exchanges.
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
White takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A combination from Kersikov does no damage.
White misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov thumps White with a low kick.
White takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kersikov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
White throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
White misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
White throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
White takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from White! But no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
White misses with a body shot.
White keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
White moves forwards but Kersikov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kersikov takes one to the side of the head.
Kersikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that White can do to turn this around?
White tries to bum rush Kersikov with a series of wild strikes but Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kersikov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from White.
Kersikov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
White rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kersikov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
White throws a head kick that misses
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
White misses the body punch
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergej Kersikov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Kersikov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kersikov with the inside leg kick.
White throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kersikov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
White moves out of range of the leg kick from Kersikov.
White looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut lands for White. That snapped Kersikov's head back.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from White.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov wants to land a leg kick but White is out of range.
White misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
A clash of legs there as White blocks the low kick.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but White uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from White misses the target.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but White uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from White.
White throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from White.
Kersikov with a jab.
White swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov counters with an inside leg kick.
White stuns Kersikov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kersikov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on White. That did some damage!
White throws a series of punches but Kersikov moves out of range.
White looks to land a body kick but Kersikov moved away.
Kersikov tries a low kick but White avoids it.
White throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
White throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick.
White misses with a left hand
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
White throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on White's shoulder, as White tries to avoid the shot.
White doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
White throws a push kick but Kersikov slaps the foot to one side.
Kersikov scores with a decent looking hook.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
White connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kersikov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kersikov.
White ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Kersikov slips a straight right by White.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
White scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Kersikov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from White.
Jacob White has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
White throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kersikov on the side of the head.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov looks to land a left hand but White moved out of range nicely.
Nice body kick from White.
Kersikov throws a right hand that misses
and White counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov lands an overhand right.
Kersikov catches White with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
White misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
White takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
White tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov throws a hook but White blocks it.
White does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kersikov throws a chopping leg kick but White manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
White throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
A good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov catches White with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
White takes a jab right on the kisser.
White bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergej Kersikov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kersikov 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergej Kersikov!
A victorious Sergej Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA Wednesday Warfare 1
Date: Jan 18, 2023

#R1#
Grachev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Grachev. Grachev obviously looking to wear him down.
Grachev tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it. #CL#
Grachev forces Kersikov back against the cage and clinches.
A body shot lands from Grachev.
Kersikov misses with a body punch.
Grachev lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Grachev.
Grachev tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Grachev being controlled against the cage.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Grachev is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grachev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grachev throws a head punch that misses.
Grachev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grachev.#T1#
Grachev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Grachev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Grachev wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Grachev throws a leg kick #KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp one two that drops Grachev! Kersikov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Grachev to his feet! Grachev is in big trouble!#ROC2#Grachev is rocked!
Kersikov defending well as Grachev loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Oh Grachev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Grachev with the inside leg kick.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Grachev.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
That kick from Grachev tenderised Kersikov's leg. Kersikov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Grachev seems to have got his legs back now.
Grachev stuns Kersikov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Grachev tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kersikov scores with a counter punch that sends Grachev to the canvas! Kersikov smells blood - he's punishing Grachev with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Grachev has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergej Kersikov!
An out of breath Sergej Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 154 Panda vs Viikinki
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
Lee takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Lee looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lee misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Lee jabs at Kersikov's body.
Kersikov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT2#It looks like Bruce Lee has been cut.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Lee moved away.
A little feinted left hand from Lee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kersikov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lee throws a lazy head kick #KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp one two that drops Lee! Kersikov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Lee to his feet! Lee is in big trouble!#ROC2#Lee is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lee wants to clinch.
Oh Lee is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick.
Lee scores with a head kick. Kersikov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kersikov fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Lee to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Lee looks to clinch but Kersikov throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Lee taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Sergej Kersikov!
A victorious Sergej Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 140 Abarai vs Kofel
Date: Sep 17, 2022

#R1#
Sargent doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sargent throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with an inside leg kick.
Kersikov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Sargent uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kersikov has time to react.
Ace Sargent seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sargent tries a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
Sargent misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kersikov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Sargent staying out of range there.
Sargent moves out of range of the strikes.
Sargent tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kersikov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Sargent takes the fight into the clinch.
Sargent blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Kersikov manages to break the clinch.
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sargent.
Sargent throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Sargent feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down.
Sargent lands with a straight right. Kersikov didn't see that one coming.
Kersikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sargent scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Sargent's shoulder, as Sargent tries to avoid the shot.
Sargent tries to counter with a clinch but Kersikov shakes him off and moves away.
Sargent is looking to clinch.
Sargent connects with an inside leg kick.
Kersikov tries a low kick but Sargent avoids it.
It seemed like Sargent was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sargent cracks Kersikov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A low kick lands for Sargent.
Sargent tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sargent misses the shot to the body.
Sargent missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sargent scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
A punch combination from Kersikov misses.
A nice leg kick from Sargent, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Sargent lands with a shot to the body.
Sargent moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sargent sizes up Kersikov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sargent tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kersikov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kersikov misses with a few strikes there.
The fighters circling - Sargent throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sargent moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Sargent dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kersikov. That did some damage!
Sargent feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down. #T3#
Sargent lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov walks into a jab.
A jab from Sargent finds it's way through Kersikov's defenses.
Sargent fails with an attempt to clinch.
A low kick from Sargent misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kersikov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sargent connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kersikov's hands.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sargent.
Kersikov lands the left hand.
Sargent getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kersikov misses with a double jab.
Sargent only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Sargent tries to clinch
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sargent turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sargent ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Sargent manages to avoid it.
Sargent lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T4#
A shot to the body from Kersikov misses
and Sargent counters with an outside leg kick.
Sargent will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kersikov lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as Sargent lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kersikov doesn't seem phased though.
Sargent lands a right hook to the body.
Kersikov cracks Sargent with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sargent feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down. #CL2#
Sargent has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sargent missing with knees to the body.
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A right hand to the body from Kersikov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sargent.
Sargent lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sargent has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
Sargent tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ace Sargent dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kersikov lands with a straight right. Sargent didn't see that one coming.
Kersikov looks to land a left hand but Sargent moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Sargent tries to counter with a clinch but Kersikov shakes him off and moves away.
Sargent scores with a leg kick.
Sargent lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sargent connects with a solid leg kick.
Sargent throws a leg kick
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#Sargent is rocked!
Kersikov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sargent is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov finish him?
Kersikov throws a powerful right kick. Sargent tried to block low but the kick was high! Sargent was taken right off of his feet! Kersikov jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Sergej Kersikov!
A relieved looking Sergej Kersikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights V
Date: Aug 12, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Asteroid. That did some damage!
Asteroid tries to clinch there but Kersikov circles away.
Asteroid takes one to the side of the head.
Kersikov with a nice calf kick.
Asteroid avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Asteroid throws a leg kick that is checked
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Asteroid defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Asteroid looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Asteroid swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov with a jab.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Asteroid uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
Asteroid throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Kersikov misses with a hook. Asteroid ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Asteroid throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov throws an off balance right hand
and Asteroid counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut
and Asteroid counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Asteroid.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Asteroid in his tracks.
Kersikov lands a leg kick that knocks Asteroid off balance momentarily.
Asteroid pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kersikov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T2#
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov scores with a leg kick.
Asteroid wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
A slow jab from Kersikov misses its intended target.
A nice side step and Asteroid releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Asteroid's hands.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Asteroid moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nice cross by Kersikov.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Asteroid has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kersikov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Asteroid moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kersikov.
Asteroid catches Kersikov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kersikov avoids a kick to the body.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Asteroid is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Asteroid throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Asteroid tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kersikov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Asteroid with a jab.#T4#
Asteroid lands with an uppercut that bounces Kersikov off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asteroid throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Asteroid thinks about the counter body kick.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Kersikov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Asteroid.
Kersikov misses with a series of wild punches.
Asteroid throws a fast counter high kick but Kersikov manages to duck under it in time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergej Kersikov dominated that round.
That's time! Kersikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Asteroid darts in trying to clinch
and Asteroid takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Asteroid throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Asteroid tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Asteroid takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Asteroid has Kersikov up against the cage in a clinch.
Asteroid swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov lands a hook that snaps the head of Asteroid backwards. #T1#
Asteroid lands an elbow just above Kersikov 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Sergej Kersikov has been cut.
Asteroid softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Asteroid makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kersikov slows down the pace here.
Asteroid's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Asteroid misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Asteroid tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kersikov avoids it.
Asteroid crunches a lovely knee into Kersikov's ribcage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Asteroid lands an uppercut.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Asteroid.
Asteroid misses with a knee strike.
Asteroid throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kersikov blocks an elbow strike from Asteroid. #T2#
Come on Kersikov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Asteroid can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action.
Asteroid creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Asteroid is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kersikov is defending well for now.
Asteroid tries to land knees in the clinch but Kersikov avoids the damage to the body.
Anabolic Asteroid seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov avoids the elbow strike from Asteroid, against the cage.
Asteroid tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Asteroid back against the cage.
Kersikov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Asteroid backwards. #BC#
Kersikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sergej Kersikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Asteroid sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Asteroid closes the distance and pushes Kersikov back into the cage.
Asteroid misses with a body punch.
Asteroid misses with some punches.
Asteroid lands a knee to the body.
Asteroid is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kersikov is defending well for now.
Asteroid misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Kersikov tries to break the clinch but Asteroid is controlling the position.
Kersikov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Asteroid managing to block the knees to the body from Kersikov.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Asteroid blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Asteroid with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Asteroid scores with a shot to the side of Kersikov's head.
Asteroid throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Asteroid is keeping busy.
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Asteroid is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kersikov is defending well for now.
Asteroid can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action. #T4#
Asteroid tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Asteroid makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Asteroid tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov misses with the head strike.
Kersikov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Asteroid blocks an elbow strike from Kersikov.
Asteroid lands a nice shot to the body.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
Asteroid unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kersikov gets through Asteroid's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Asteroid throws an elbow that misses.
Kersikov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov misses with an elbow over the top.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov.
Kersikov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Asteroid throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kersikovs head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anabolic Asteroid showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sergej Kersikov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kersikov misses with a looping right.
Asteroid blocks a leg kick.
Kersikov throws a hook but Asteroid avoids it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Asteroid down.
Asteroid tries to clinch up.
Kersikov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Asteroid on the side of the head.
Kersikov misses with a right hand
and Asteroid counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kersikov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut
and Asteroid counters with an inside leg kick.
Asteroid scores with a jab to the jaw.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov.
Sergej Kersikov is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Asteroid thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Asteroid was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kersikov scores with a punch to the head.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Asteroid saw that one coming.
Kersikov misses with a hook
and Asteroid counters with a straight right hand.
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Asteroid jumps back.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Asteroid! But no joy.
Asteroid tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it.
Asteroid throws a series of strikes that have Kersikov backpedaling. #KD2#
Asteroid drops Kersikov with a beautiful combination! Kersikov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Asteroid is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Kersikov is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
and Asteroid counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kersikov's knee momentarily.
Oh Kersikov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick misses from Kersikov.
Kersikov seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Asteroid moves forwards but Kersikov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Asteroid staying out of range there.
Kersikov misses with a left hand
and Asteroid counters with a stiff right hand.
Kersikov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Asteroid takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Asteroid looks to clinch
and Kersikov counters with a head kick.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Asteroid was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Asteroid on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Asteroid slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Asteroid throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Asteroid ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Asteroid takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A lazy left from Kersikov finds it's target.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick
and Asteroid connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Asteroid moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Asteroid throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Asteroid takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kersikov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Asteroid has time to react.
Kersikov misses with a right hand
and Asteroid connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov with a jab.
Sloppy strikes from Asteroid. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kersikov scores with a hook.
Kersikov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Asteroid cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Asteroid.
Asteroid is looking to clinch.
Asteroid blocks a low kick nicely.
Asteroid lands with a nice body punch.
Kersikov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Asteroid walks into a jab.
Asteroid throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Asteroid throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Anabolic Asteroid.
I think Asteroid 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anabolic Asteroid!
A very excited looking Anabolic Asteroid 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: DMMA 122 Niculescu vs Pinks II
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Crunch! Kersikov slams his shin into Jimenez's torso.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kersikov cracks Jimenez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jimenez throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Kersikov. #KD#
Kersikov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Jimenez sprawling to the canvas! Jimenez rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kersikov finish him?! #ROC#Jimenez is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick lands from Kersikov.
Jimenez is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov finish him?
Jimenez is aggressively charging in as Kersikov backs up avoiding any damage. Kersikov tosses out a jab and Jimenez runs right into it face first! Jimenez is out cold! Kersikov dropped down on all fours and is barking in Jimenez's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sergej Kersikov!
A very excited looking Sergej Kersikov 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: DMMA 111 Unfinished Business
Date: Jun 04, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kahng.
Kahng throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kersikov!
Kahng defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov lands a jab to the head.
Kahng looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A swing and a miss from Kahng.
Kahng throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kahng under the eye.
Kersikov thows a leg kick but Kahng checks it
and Kahng counters with a three punch combo that has Kersikov backing up. Kersikov nods at Kahng to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kahng misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Carl Kahng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Kahng was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The crowd cheers as Kahng lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kersikov doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Kahng throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kahng's knee momentarily.
Kahng lands a jab to the head.
Kahng misses with a left hand
and Kahng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
A big right from Kahng misses.
Kahng slips under a jab from Kersikov.
A lazy left from Kahng finds it's target.
Kersikov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kahng jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Kahng is wise to it.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kahng.
Kahng misses with a looping right.#T2#
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!
Kersikov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kahng lands with a shot to the body.
Kahng scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kersikov doesn't seem bothered though.
Kahng throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Kersikov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kersikov lands a head kick. Kahng smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #ROC2#Kahng is rocked!
Kersikov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov connects with an inside leg kick.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Kahng avoids it with no problem.
Kahng looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
No joy there for Kahng, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kersikov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kahng tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kahng.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Kersikov tests Kahng's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Kahng throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
Kersikov lands a nice looking body kick.
Kersikov moves out of range as Kahng strikes.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kahng.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kahng.
Kahng darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kahng.
Kersikov looks to throw a body kick
and Kahng connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kahng doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kahng misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kahng on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kahng swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donk. Kersikov catches Kahng right on the button with a cross.
Kersikov connects with an inside leg kick.
Kahng looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kahng throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oh Kahng is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
BOOM! Kersikov lands a beautiful left hook that drops Kahng. Kahng tries to recover but Kersikov is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Kahng lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergej Kersikov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 09, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice takedown defense from Dixon. No joy for Kersikov on that attempt.
Kersikov shoots and misses #CL2#
and Dixon counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dixon.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dixon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dixon lands a nice uppercut.
Dixon lands a nice uppercut.
Dixon presses Kersikov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dixon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Dixon.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Dixon dips to his left and cracks Kersikov with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon digs a good hook to Kersikov's body. #CL2#
Dixon clinches up with Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage.
Kersikov wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergej Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A shot in the inside from Dixon. #T1#
Nice body punch from Dixon - that landed with a thud.
Dixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Dixon.
Dixon cracks Kersikov with a nice body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dixon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dixon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head.
Dixon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kersikov tries to pull guard but Dixon holds him up against the cage and eventually Kersikov drops back down to his feet.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike.
Kersikov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dixon to keep the fight standing.
Dixon lands a body punch in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Dixon.
A short left from Dixon. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dixon.
Kersikov wants to take the fight to the mat but Dixon manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dixon works on Kersikov's body with a couple of short punches.
Kersikov is breathing heavily.
Dixon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dixon scores with a shot to the side of Kersikov's head.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kersikov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dixon lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dixon.
Dixon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dixon lands a right hand.
Dixon is working Kersikov over against the cage.
Dixon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kersikov wants a takedown.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike.
Dixon working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
A short right from Dixon. #BC#
Kersikov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Dixon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A short right from Dixon.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dixon.
Dixon lands a left hand.
Kersikov has Dixon pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dixon manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A right hand to the body from Dixon.
A shot in the inside from Dixon.
Dixon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A body shot lands from Dixon.
Dixon scores with a shot to the side of Kersikov's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Dixon jumps guard and drags Kersikov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Dixon wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Dixon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Dixon controlling from the top position.
Dixon pushing down on Kersikov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dixon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kersikov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kersikov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Dixon dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Dixon rushes Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Kersikov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kersikov trying to stall but Dixon improves his position.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Kersikov tries to stall but Dixon uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dixon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dixon lands with a right to the head.
A short body shot lands from Dixon as the two fighters clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kersikov's efforts to push away.
Dixon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dixon.
Dixon lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Kersikov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dixon.
A shot in the inside from Dixon.
Dixon digs a right hand underneath Kersikov's ribcage. Kersikov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Dixon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dixon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Dixon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dixon cracks Kersikov with a nice body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Kersikov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dixon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dixon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dixon scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dixon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kersikov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dixon stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2#
Dixon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dixon gets through Kersikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kersikov working hard to break the clinch.
Dixon is stalling here.
Dixon lands a hook that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dixon.
Dixon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Dixon lands a right hand.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dixon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dixon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kersikov.
Dixon lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dixon lands a shoulder strike.
Dixon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Kersikov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dixon walks away with a smile on his face. Kersikov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dixon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kersikov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dixon somewhat.
Kersikov is looking to clinch but Dixon is avoiding it.
A lazy left from Dixon finds it's target.#TD2#
Dixon looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kersikov!
Kersikov is being controlled here.
Kersikov wants to control but Dixon postures up.#T4#
Kersikov tries to bench press Dixon off him but Dixon keeps the position.
A lull in the action here as Dixon stalls from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Dixon clinches up with Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Dixon 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#
Kersikov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dixon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kersikov.
Dixon tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kersikov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sergej Kersikov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Dixon darts in and clinches Kersikov up against the cage.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head.
Kersikov wants to break free but Dixon has control.
Dixon lands a shot to the body.
Dixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dixon lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A left hand lands to the body for Dixon.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kersikov is looking for a takedown.
Dixon pushes Kersikov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dixon scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Dixon scores with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Dixon. #TD2#
Dixon manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kersikov is looking to work some ground and pound but Dixon has wrist control.
Dixon is pulling down on Kersikov's head. It's preventing any offense from Kersikov, at least for the moment.
Dixon is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dixon controlling the action here. #T2#
Dixon is continuing to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Joey Dixon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kersikov is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kersikov avoid being mounted?#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dixon controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Dixon rushes Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kersikov fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergej Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov has had enough of the clinch but Dixon keeps him there for the moment.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Dixon is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon prevents the takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dixon 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 24:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 24:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Dixon!

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