Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 312 Kersikov vs Carioni
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Carioni misses the target.
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.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Carioni moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kersikov slips a jab from Carioni.
Carioni misses with a hook
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Rodrigo Carioni has been cut.
Kersikov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Carioni throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Carioni throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Carioni scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carioni tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Carioni moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kersikov misses with a wild body shot.
Kersikov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Kersikov looks for the body kick but Carioni saw that one coming.
Carioni throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Carioni swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Carioni throws a right hand that misses #KD#
and Kersikov counters with a nice right hand that sends Carioni toppling to the canvas! Carioni scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Kersikov finish him?!#ROC#Carioni is rocked!
Kersikov is stalking Carioni. Carioni circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Kersikov, and it's lights out! Carioni really payed the price for that rookie mistake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko Kersikov retains his middleweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Boyko Kersikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DMMA 305 Temidare vs Okongwu 2
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Kostov with a nice calf kick.
Kersikov throws a hook but Kostov blocks it.
Kostov lands with an uppercut that bounces Kersikov off the cage and back into range.
Kostov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kersikov has time to react.
Kostov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kostov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Kostov misses the target.
Kostov looks for the body kick but Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Pavel Kostov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kostov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut
and Kostov counters with a left to the body.
Kostov misses with a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
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!
Kostov misses the jab.#T1#
Kostov misses the shot to the body.
Kostov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Kersikov blocks the leg kick.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick from Kostov. #CL2#
Kostov forces Kersikov back against the cage and clinches.
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.
Kostov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kostov tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kostov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kersikov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kostov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kostov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov gets through Kostov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kostov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Kersikov.
Kostov lands a body shot. #T2##BC#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kostov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kostov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Kostov thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Kostov.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick from Kostov misses.
Kostov digs a good body shot into Kersikov's ribs.#CL2#
Kostov gets a clinch.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Kostov. #BC#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Kostov darts in and clinches Kersikov up against the cage.#T3#
Kostov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kersikov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kostov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
That kick from Kostov tenderised Kersikov's leg. Kersikov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kostov throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Kostov throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kostov misses the body punch
and Kostov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kostov thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kostov misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kostov circles away quickly and effectively.#T4#
Kostov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Kostov backs away, Kersikov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kostov clobbers Kersikov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Kostov.
Kostov misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Kostov was not able to check.
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 connects with a body shot.
Kersikov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kostov lands a nice hook to Kersikov's body. Kersikov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kostov lands a leg kick that knocks Kersikov off balance momentarily.
The fighters circling - Kostov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And Kersikov counters with a quick kick to the body but Kostov blocks it.
Kostov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Kostov misses with a jab to the body
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pavel Kostov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kostov lands an overhand right.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
And Kersikov counters with a quick kick to the body but Kostov blocks it.
Kersikov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kersikov drops his hands momentarily and Kostov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kersikov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kostov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kostov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov misses with a hook.
Kersikov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A low kick from Kostov misses
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kostov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kostov.
Kersikov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Kersikov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kostov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kostov cracks Kersikov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kersikov misses the jab.
Kostov throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Kostov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kostov.
Kersikov throws a body kick that misses
and Kostov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kostov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kostov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kostov misses with a straight right.
It looked like Kersikov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kostov.
Kersikov lands a really nice looking cross but Kostov seems unphased.
Kersikov misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov walks into a straight right hand from Kostov.
Kostov misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
It looked like Kersikov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kostov.
A telegraphed right hand from Kostov misses the target.
Kersikov defending well as Kostov loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kostov can pounce on him.
Kostov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kostov misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov is looking for a counter combo.
That kick from Kostov tenderised Kersikov's leg. Kersikov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kersikov lands with a hook. Kostov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kostov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A good leg kick by Kostov. #T3#
Kostov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kostov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Kersikov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kostov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kostov throws a wild body kick that Kersikov sees coming a mile off.
Kostov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right that sends Kostov to the canvas! Kersikov follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko Kersikov retains his middleweight title!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 301 Kersikov vs Kostov
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Kostov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kersikov misses with a shot to the body
and Kostov counters with a straight right hand.
Kostov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kostov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Kostov misses its intended target.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Kostov is out of range.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kostov.
Kostov throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kostov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kostov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov slips a jab from Kostov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kostov. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at KFA in the buildup to the fight.
Kostov misses with a straight right.
Kersikov checks the leg kick.
Kostov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Kostov 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.
Kostov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kostov jabs at Kersikov's body.
Kersikov throws a jab when Kostov was well out of range.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kostov.
Kostov misses with a hook
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kostov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kersikov finds it's way round the side to connect with Kostov's head.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kostov feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down.
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Kostov jumps back.
Kostov throws out a counter right but Kersikov avoids it with no problem.
Kostov misses with a straight left.
Kersikov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kostov checks it well.
A big left from Kostov misses.
Kostov blocks a jab.
Kostov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kostov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kostov throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Kostov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Kersikov tries to keep at a distance but Kostov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kostov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov trying to stall but Kostov improves his position.
Kostov misses with a body punch. #BC#
Kersikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kostov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Kostov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kostov throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
That kick from Kostov tenderised Kersikov's leg. Kersikov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kostov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
A good leg kick by Kostov.
Kostov moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.#T3#
A slow jab from Kostov misses its intended target.
Kostov misses the shot to the body.
Good exchange - Kersikov coming out on top.
Kostov throws out a leg kick but Kersikov moves out of range and Kostov only half commits.
Kersikov tries a low kick but Kostov avoids it.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Kostov punishes Kersikov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kersikov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kersikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kostov checks a leg kick nicely.
Kostov throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
Kostov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Kostov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kostov misses with a right hand
and Kostov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the head.
Pavel Kostov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Kersikov connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Kostov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kersikov with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kersikov throws a jab when Kostov was well out of range.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Kostov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kostov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a three punch combo that has Kostov backing up. Kostov nods at Kersikov to acknowledge the strikes.
Kostov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Kostov's leg. Kostov is trying to keep his angry face on.
A slow jab from Kersikov misses its intended target.
Kostov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Kostov swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov walks into a straight right hand from Kostov.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kersikov checks a leg kick.
A shot to the body from Kostov misses
and Kostov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
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 Boyko 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#
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kostov moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Kostov throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kostov swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good exchange - Kersikov coming out on top.
Kostov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Boyko Kersikov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kostov.
Kostov swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov misses with a hook
and Kostov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kersikov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kostov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kostov throws a big shot that misses.
Kostov throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kostov throws a right and a left that Kersikov avoids nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kostov throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kostov keeps Kersikov at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Kostov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kostov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov throws a right and a left that Kostov avoids nicely.
Kersikov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kostov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kostov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kostov throws a good cross that connects.
Kostov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kostov tries to clinch but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kostov checks a low kick from Kersikov.
Kostov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Kostov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Kostov slips under a jab.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Kostov moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Kersikov slips a straight right by Kostov.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kostov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Kostov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kostov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Kostov works the jab nicely.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kostov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kostov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kostov swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kostov misses with a looping right.
Kersikov throws a hook but Kostov avoids it easily.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Kostov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target. #T3#
Kostov misses with a leg kick.
Kersikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kostov defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Kersikov gets tackled into the cage by Kostov. Kostov maintains the clinch.
A short uppercut from Kersikov. #BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kersikov lands a lovely overhand right.
Kostov wants to slow Kersikov down by chopping away at his legs.
A left lands for Kostov.
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kostov throws out the jab.
A low kick from Kersikov misses
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Kostov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kersikov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kostov looks to clinch
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kostov.#T4#
Kostov lands with an overhand left.
Kersikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kostov.
Kersikov thows a leg kick but Kostov checks it
and Kostov counters with a nice body kick.
Kostov moves away from the strike by Kersikov.
Kersikov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kostov. Kostov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kersikov misses with a looping right.
Kostov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kostov tries to clinch but Kersikov is having none of it.
A jab from Kostov misses.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kostov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A good leg kick by Kostov.
Kersikov cracks Kostov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pavel Kostov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
A nice side step and Kostov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kostov misses with a low kick as Kersikov jumps back.
Kostov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kostov misses with a body shot.
Kostov misses with a kick to the body.
Kostov misses with a looping right.
Kostov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kostov thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kostov.
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kostov. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov throws a solid leg kick but Kersikov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kostov.
It looked like Kersikov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kersikov misses the jab.
Kostov takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kostov moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Kostov misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Kersikov catches Kostov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kersikov misses with a leg kick.
Kostov takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kostov.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kostov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kostov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kostov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kersikov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kostov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kersikov.
Kostov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kostov misses with a kick to the body.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Kostov's leg. Kostov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kostov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kostov throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kostov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Kostov throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kostov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kostov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kostov checks a leg kick.
Kostov flicks out a counter leg kick but Kersikov steps away.
Kersikov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kostov can pounce on him.
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!
Kostov ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Kostov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kostov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kostov misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kostov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kostov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Kersikov with a nice cross.
Kostov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kersikov tries a head kick but it misses. #T3#
Kostov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov looks to land a left hand but Kostov moved out of range nicely.
Kostov feints a counter leg kick.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kostov.
Kostov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kostov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Kostov.
Kersikov lands a right hook to the body.
Kostov throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kostov.
Kostov throws out a leg kick but Kersikov moves out of range and Kostov only half commits.
Kostov checks a low kick from Kersikov.
Kostov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov slips a jab from Kostov.
Kostov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov with a jab.
Kersikov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kostov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kostov lands with a good body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kostov slips under a jab.
Kostov checks a low kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov avoids a kick to the body.
Kostov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.
Kostov blocks the body kick.
Kostov tries a quick counter leg kick but Kersikov is wise to it.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Kostov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kersikov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kostov throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Pavel Kostov just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Kersikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Kostov loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kostov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #CL2#
Kostov closes the distance and clinches.
Kersikov stalling in the clinch but Kostov improves position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kostov.
A short uppercut from Kersikov.
Kostov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kostov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov is looking to control Kostov's arms but Kostov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kersikov has his back to the cage.
Kostov digs a right hand into Kersikov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kersikov's gas tank.
A head punch on the inside from Kostov fails to land.
Kostov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Kostov fails to land.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kostov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kostov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kersikov taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T1#
Nice body punch from Kersikov - that landed with a thud. #BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Kersikov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kostov's sensitive parts.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the head.
Kostov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kostov tries to land a front kick but Kersikov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kostov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kostov back to the cage. Kersikov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kersikov dips to his left and cracks Kostov with an uppercut!
Kostov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Kostov. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kostov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kersikov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Kostov is out of range.
Kostov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kersikov can pounce on him.
Kersikov slips a jab from Kostov.
Kostov tried to score with a low kick but Kersikov checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kostov. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kostov.
Kostov swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Kostov down.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
Kersikov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kersikov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kostov. That did some damage!
Kersikov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Kostov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Kostov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Kostov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kostov misses with a body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kostov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kersikov is out of range and Kostov settles back down.
Kostov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kersikov throws a hook but Kostov avoids it easily.
Kostov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kostov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kostov 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.
Kostov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kersikov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Kostov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Kostov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Kostov is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kostov! But no joy.
Kersikov scores with a jab.
Kersikov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick.
Kersikov scores with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kostov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Kostov misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Kostov misses its intended target.
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kostov tries to clinch there but Kersikov circles away.
Kostov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kersikov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kostov counters with a straight right hand.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kostov.
Kostov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Kostov scores with the left hand. Kersikov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kostov misses with a wild body shot.
A low kick from Kersikov misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kostov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kersikov misses with a left hand
and Kostov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kersikov misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Kostov has closed the distance and engaged Kersikov in a clinch.
Kostov throws a head punch that misses.
Kostov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kostov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Kersikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Kostov moves into the clinch successfully.
Kostov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kersikov is trying to break the clinch but Kostov is controlling him.
Kostov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kostov lands a shot to the body.#T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pavel Kostov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kostov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kostov tries to clinch there but Kersikov circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kostov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kersikov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kostov misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kostov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kersikov cracks Kostov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kostov.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Kostov.
Nice straight punches there by Kersikov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a jab when Kostov was well out of range.#T2#
Kostov misses with a shot to the body
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kostov misses with a shot to the body
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Kostov 's knee.
Kersikov throws a looping overhand right but Kostov ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Kostov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kostov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kostov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kersikov looking to slow down the pace here.
Kersikov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kostov or not.
Kersikov stalling in the clinch but Kostov improves position.
Nice body punch from Kostov.
Nice body punch from Kostov - that landed with a thud.
Kostov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Kersikov can't break the clinch. #BC#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Kostov's shoulder, as Kostov tries to avoid the shot.
Kostov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov tried to score with a low kick but Kostov checks it.
Kostov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A slow jab from Kostov misses its intended target.
Kostov checks a leg kick.
Kostov misses with a body shot.
Kostov misses the jab.
Kostov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A left lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Kostov.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Kostov's leg. Kostov is trying to keep his angry face on.#T4#
Kostov throws a right and a left that Kersikov avoids nicely.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kostov scores with a push kick.
Kostov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kostov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kersikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Kostov misses with an uppercut.
Kostov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Kostov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov lands with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kostov slips under a jab.
Kostov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kersikov swings widly with a right hand
and Kostov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kostov misses the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pavel Kostov.
I think Kostov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 48:47
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 47:49
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 48:48

The fight is ruled a draw!
Boyko Kersikov retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: DMMA 296 Martin vs Evans
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kersikov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Widenose.
Kersikov stuffs the takedown.
Kersikov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Widenose tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Widenose is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kersikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Widenose fails with the takedown
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Widenose tries to clinch up
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Widenose. #T2#
Widenose will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Widenose fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kersikov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Widenose dives in and grabs Kersikov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kersikov pushes down on Widenose's head and hops out.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Widenose misses with a takedown
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Widenose misses with a takedown attempt
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Widenose tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Widenose shoots in and drives through. Kersikov sprawls well.#CL#
Widenose gets a clinch.
Kersikov can't find room to land a body shot as Widenose controls the action.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Widenose controls his hands.
Kersikov stops a takedown attempt from Widenose. #T4#
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov presses Widenose against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A shot in the inside from Kersikov.
Widenose looking for a takedown.
Widenose tries to pull guard but Kersikov holds him up against the cage and eventually Widenose drops back down to his feet.
Widenose has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kersikov after a bit of a struggle.
Widenose tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kersikov smiles and moves away.
Widenose fails in his attempt to clinch.
Widenose fails with a takedown attempt.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Widenose wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Widenose fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Widenose.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose has his takedown stuffed
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##TD#
Widenose scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kersikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Widenose wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Widenose tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Widenose has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Widenose wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well.
Kersikov tries to bench press Widenose off him but Widenose keeps the position. #T2##SUB#
Widenose is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kersikov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kersikov regains half guard, as Widenose was trying to land strikes.
Widenose thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kersikov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Widenose. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kersikov trying to get back to full guard but Widenose takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Widenose with the ground and pound from mount. #T3#
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Widenose gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kersikov is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've been hearing that Widenose has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Widenose working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Widenose lands a couple of good shots and Kersikov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#SUB#
Widenose is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Kersikov is in bad spot here.
Widenose trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #T4#
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Widenose.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Widenose lands a shot to the head.
Kersikov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Widenose off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Widenose working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Kersikov rolls, trying to escape but Widenose keeps control of the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov is trying to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bofur Widenose dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Widenose looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kersikov is fending him off so far but Widenose persists. Nope, Kersikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Widenose is looking to clinch.
Kersikov counters with a body kick.
Widenose tries for a takedown but Kersikov circles away easily
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Widenose fails to land the takedown.
Widenose backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Widenose looks to clinch
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kersikov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Widenose tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bofur Widenose seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Widenose is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kersikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T2#
Widenose fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Widenose fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kersikov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Widenose tries to clinch up but Kersikov circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Widenose looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Widenose throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Widenose shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Widenose fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#CL#
Widenose has closed the distance and engaged Kersikov in a clinch.
Kersikov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Widenose has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kersikov after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Widenose has clasped his hands together around Kersikov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Kersikov looking for a sweep but Widenose has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Widenose tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away.
Widenose 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov working to try and regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov really dominated that round.
That's time! Widenose's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Widenose has his takedown stuffed
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD#
Widenose looking to score a takedown here. Kersikov is defending well but Widenose drives through and ends up in Kersikov's guard.
Widenose trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bofur Widenose overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kersikov controlling Widenose's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov controls Widenose momentarily but Widenose frees himself. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Widenose accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Widenose passes into half guard.
Widenose tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Widenose thows a huge punch but Kersikov dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Widenose seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.
Kersikov trying to control but Widenose postures up. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Widenose not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Widenose is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Kersikov pulls Widenose in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Widenose tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kersikov defends well and Widenose ends up having to push Kersikov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T3#
Kersikov stops a takedown attempt from Widenose.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Widenose tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kersikov smiles and moves away.
Widenose tries to clinch but Kersikov moves away
and Widenose takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Widenose tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kersikov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Widenose tries for a takedown but Kersikov circles away easily
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Widenose or perhaps it was just good defense by Kersikov, which made it look bad.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Widenose closes the distance looking to clinch
and Widenose takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Widenose doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Widenose shoots for a takedown but Kersikov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Widenose avoids it with no problem.
Widenose misses with a takedown
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Widenose shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Widenose tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Widenose.
Widenose tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kersikov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Widenose doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov circles away. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Widenose will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
No luck for Widenose with that takedown attempt.
Kersikov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Widenose shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Widenose gets a clinch. #T3##BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch. #CL#
Kersikov gets tackled into the cage by Widenose. Widenose maintains the clinch.
Widenose looking to slow down the pace here.
Widenose drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kersikov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kersikov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Widenose jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kersikov walks away with a smile on his face. Widenose gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Widenose has a takedown stuffed.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T4#
Widenose tries to clinch but Kersikov moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Boyko Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Widenose fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Widenose shoots for a takedown but Kersikov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyko 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 46:49
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko Kersikov is the new middleweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Boyko Kersikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DMMA 289 Mumba vs Nicoletta
Date: Feb 04, 2024

#R1#
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Nickel's shoulder, as Nickel tries to avoid the shot.
Nickel defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Nickel.
A clash of legs there as Nickel blocks the low kick.
Kersikov throws a hook but Nickel avoids it easily.
Nickel throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nickel slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nickel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Kersikov clobbers Nickel with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice defenses there by Nickel.
A combination from Nickel does no damage.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
Kersikov is looking to chop away at Nickel's legs.
Kersikov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at KFA in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Nickel's head but Nickel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov swings for the body but Nickel moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Nickel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nickel fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nickel will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Nickel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.#T1#
Nickel ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nickel is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kersikov with a body shot.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Nickel lands a slapping body shot.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Nickel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nickel is able to avoid easily.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Nickel.
A swing and a miss from Nickel.
Nickel throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Nickel scores with a hook.
Kersikov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chip Nickel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nickel throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov throws a chopping leg kick but Nickel manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Nickel.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nickel throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov slips a jab from Nickel.#T2#
Nickel lands a nice looking body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nickel tries to move into range but Kersikov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nickel swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nickel chopping away at his opponent's legs.
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 Nickel has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nickel and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Nickel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nickel throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov's knee but Kersikov avoids it well.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nickel.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nickel. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nickel! But no joy.
Nickel walks into a stiff left hand from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kersikov scores with a jab. Nickel acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
Nickel misses with an uppercut
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Nickel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
Kersikov with a nice calf kick.
Kersikov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nickel throws out a leg kick but Kersikov moves out of range and Nickel only half commits.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Nickel saw that one coming.
Nickel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Nickel bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Nickel throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nickel.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Nickel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Nickel.
A bone on bone clash there as Nickel blocks the leg kick.
Nickel looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
Nickel lands a nice hook to Kersikov's body. Kersikov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kersikov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Nickel.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nickel.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Nickel.
Nickel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nickel! But no joy.#T4#
Nickel scores with a jab to the body.
Nickel throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nickel closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nickel scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nickel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Nickel connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Nickel saw it coming and moves away.
Nickel scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nickel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nickel misses with a right hand
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The fighters circling - Nickel throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kersikov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nickel throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nickel lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Nickel takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nickel throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kersikov thinks about countering with a body kick.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nickel.
Kersikov moves out of range as Nickel strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chip Nickel will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A low kick from Nickel misses
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nickel's knee momentarily.
Chip Nickel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nickel throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Kersikov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nickel is able to avoid easily.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nickel.
Kersikov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nickel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nickel defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Nickel is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kersikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nickel misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Nickel misses the target.
Nickel walks into a jab.
Nickel throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Nickel's head but Nickel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A shot to the liver by Nickel. Beautiful body shot.
Kersikov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nickel momentarily.
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!
Nickel digs a good body shot into Kersikov's ribs.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Nickel is out of range. #T1#
Nickel scores with a shot to the body.
Kersikov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nickel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nickel just manages to avoid it.
Nickel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kersikov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kersikov throws a body kick that misses.
Nickel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Nickel looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nickel throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Nickel ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nickel's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nickel throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kersikov throws a hook but Nickel avoids it easily.
Nickel throws a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Nickel manages to avoid it.
Nickel misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nickel throws a wild body kick that Kersikov sees coming a mile off.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
A big left from Nickel misses.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nickel throws a low kick but Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Nickel moves away from the strike by Kersikov.
Nickel takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Nickel.
Nickel misses with a jab to the body
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Nickel was not able to check.
Nickel displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab.
Kersikov throws a leg kick that misses.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Nickel throws a body shot but no joy.
Nickel drops his hands momentarily and Kersikov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kersikov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nickel misses with a two punch combination.
Kersikov looks to land a combination but Nickel avoids it well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nickel! But no joy.
Nickel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with an inside leg kick.
Kersikov loads up on a big right hand but Nickel slips the punch.
Nickel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov. #T3#
Kersikov throws the left hand but Nickel avoids the punch easily.
Nickel wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nickel fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nickel.
Nickel throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Nickel lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Nickel throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Nickel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nickel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Nickel moved out of range.
Nickel misses with a looping left.
Nickel throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Nickel comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kersikov tries to score with a low kick but Nickel moves his leg out of the way.#T4#
Kersikov throws a hook but Nickel blocks it.
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Nickel saw it coming and moves away.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Nickel manages to avoid it.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nickel moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Nickel now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kersikov takes a swing at Nickel's ribcage but misses.
Nickel throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nickel. Nickel obviously looking to wear him down.
Nickel misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Nickel misses with a hook.
A jab from Kersikov finds it's way through Nickel's defenses.
Nickel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Nickel throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nickel avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kersikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kersikov scores with a leg kick.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nickel.
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
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 Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kersikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Nickel crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kersikov - the referee stops the clock and Nickel gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kersikov. Nickel manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Nickel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Nickel.
Kersikov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nickel checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A little jabbing left from Nickel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Nickel's shoulder, as Nickel tries to avoid the shot.
Nickel loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Nickel's head but Nickel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Kersikov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nickels jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nickel throws a push kick but Kersikov slaps the foot to one side.
Nickel looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nickel.
Nickel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickel defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Nickel throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov tried to counter with a leg kick but Nickel avoided it.
Nickel staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Kersikov throws a solid leg kick but Nickel takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kersikov.
Nickel takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nickel. Nickel obviously looking to wear him down.
Nickel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nickel.
Kersikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nickel lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
Nickel misses with a looping left.
Nickel 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.
Nickel misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Nickel misses with an uppercut.
Nickel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nickel.
Kersikov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kersikov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nickel throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
A left lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nickel throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Nickel.#T2#
Nickel throws a leg kick but Kersikov checks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nickel scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nickel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nickel scores with a jab to the body.
Nickel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Nickel.
Nickel throws a chopping leg kick but Kersikov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Nickel moves away and avoids it.
A left lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Nickel moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Nickel.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nickel has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nickel throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
Nickel misses with a low kick as Kersikov jumps back.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Nickel.#T3#
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nickel has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nickel misses with a wild body shot.
Nickel tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kersikov is able to avoid easily.
Nickel throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
Nickel throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov throws a hook but Nickel blocks it.
Nickel swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kersikov scores with the left hand. Nickel knows he should have avoided that one.
Kersikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Nickel feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down.
Nickel moves away from the strike by Kersikov.
Kersikov pushes Nickel away with a front kick.
Nickel misses with a hook.
The fighters circling - Nickel throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nickel changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nickel. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nickel on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nickel connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kersikov. Kersikov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kersikov cracks Nickel with a right hand to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Nickel.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Nickel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Nickel staying out of range there.
Nickel appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nickel. Nickel obviously looking to wear him down.
Kersikov cracks a nice hook into Nickel's ribs.
Nickel takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nickel thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nickel throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Nickel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nickel throws out the jab.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nickel.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Nickel throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov thinks about countering with a body kick.

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 Boyko Kersikov.
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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyko Kersikov!
Our winner, Boyko Kersikov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: DMMA 268 Klimenko vs Kersikov
Date: Dec 03, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Klimenko pushes Kersikov away with a front kick.
Klimenko throws a body kick that misses.
Kersikov shapes to counter with a head kick.
Klimenko misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Klimenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Klimenko connects with a right hand. Kersikov shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kersikov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Klimenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts. #T1##CL#
Klimenko moves into the clinch successfully.
Klimenko works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Klimenko.
Klimenko misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Klimenko fails to land.
Klimenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov just leaning against Klimenko, taking a breather.
Our sources have told us that Klimenko has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Klimenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Klimenko using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kersikov misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Kersikov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T2#
Kersikov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Klimenko with the inside leg kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nice body punch from Klimenko.
Klimenko connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kersikov. Kersikov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Klimenko looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut. #T3##CL#
Klimenko darts in and clinches Kersikov up against the cage.#BC2#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kersikov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Klimenko is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Klimenko moves to clinch but Kersikov breaks away
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
A nice leg kick from Klimenko, right into the meat of the thigh.
Klimenko doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Klimenko swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zachary Klimenko dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A head kick from Klimenko lands but Kersikov takes it in his stride.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Klimenko.
Klimenko tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kersikov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Klimenko thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klimenko tries to clinch but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Klimenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T1#
Klimenko scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kersikov blocks a jab.#CL#
Klimenko clinches with his opponent.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kersikov pushes Klimenko back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Klimenko gets a clinch.
Kersikov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kersikov tries to break free but Klimenko pushes him back against the cage.
Klimenko blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Klimenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Klimenko lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov tries to work over Klimenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Klimenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Klimenko throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Kersikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Klimenko scores with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Klimenko throws a leg kick that misses.
Klimenko lands with a kick to the temple. Kersikov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Klimenko stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T3#
Kersikov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Klimenko. That one must have hurt.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Klimenko.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Klimenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Klimenko avoids it with no problem.
Klimenko tries to clinch but Kersikov is having none of it.
Klimenko jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Klimenko 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.#T4#
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Klimenko.
Kersikov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#CL#
Klimenko closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Klimenko.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Klimenko throws a solid leg kick but Kersikov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Klimenko.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zachary Klimenko dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
A low kick from Klimenko is predictable there
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Klimenko thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Klimenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Klimenko throws a body kick that misses.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Klimenko steps away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Klimenko moves into the clinch.
Kersikov cracks Klimenko with a nice body shot.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kersikov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Klimenko misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Klimenko blocking some punches.
Kersikov is trying to stall.
Kersikov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Klimenkos head. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Klimenko misses with a low kick.
Klimenko cracks a nice hook into Kersikov's ribs.
Klimenko lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Klimenko catches Kersikov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
Kersikov walks into a jab.
Klimenko is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Klimenko misses with a looping right.
Klimenko 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.#T3#
Kersikov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Klimenko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Klimenko takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Klimenko blocks it well.
Klimenko throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kersikov's head.
Klimenko throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a body kick.
Klimenko lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
Klimenko connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kersikov. Kersikov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Klimenko lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Klimenko throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A lazy left from Klimenko finds it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Klimenko throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Klimenko fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kersikov shapes to counter with a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zachary Klimenko clearly takes that round.
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.#R4#
A punch combination from Klimenko misses.
Klimenko thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Klimenko misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kersikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klimenko throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Klimenko digs a good hook to Kersikov's body. #T1#
Klimenko lands a jab to the nose.
Klimenko throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Zachary Klimenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.#CL#
Klimenko closes the distance and pushes Kersikov back into the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Kersikov.
Klimenko gets through Kersikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Klimenko.
Klimenko misses with a short punch on the inside.
Klimenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Klimenko seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kersikov can turn it around.#T2#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Klimenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Klimenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
Klimenko lands a body punch.
Klimenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Klimenko blocks a body shot from Kersikov.
Klimenko tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A hook to the body from Klimenko.
Klimenko lands with a short shot to the head.
Klimenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Klimenko has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov. #BC2#
Kersikov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Klimenko drives through and clinches with Kersikov against the cage.
Kersikov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T3#
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Klimenko lands with a left to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov.
Klimenko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kersikov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Klimenko up against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kersikov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Klimenko digs a right hand underneath Kersikov's ribcage. Kersikov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kersikov.
Kersikov stalling.
Klimenko misses with a body punch.
Klimenko misses with some punches.
Klimenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Klimenko fails to land.
Kersikov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Klimenko obliges.
Klimenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
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!
Klimenko misses with the head strike.
Kersikov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kersikov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Klimenko.
Klimenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Klimenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Klimenko works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Klimenko misses with some punches.
Klimenko misses with a body punch.
Klimenko blocking some punches.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short right from Kersikov. #BC2#
Kersikov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zachary Klimenko had his way with Boyko Kersikov in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Klimenko lands with a kick to the ribs.
Boyko Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Klimenko tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Klimenko backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kersikov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Klimenko can pounce on him.
Klimenko motions for Kersikov to come forward. Klimenko throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Klimenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klimenko connects with a body shot that sends Kersikov's belly button to the back.
Klimenko cracks Kersikov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Klimenko throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Klimenko throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Zachary Klimenko has been cut.
Klimenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Klimenko tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T2#
Klimenko swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good, hard body kick but Klimenko shrugs it off.
Zachary Klimenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Klimenko bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Klimenko scores with a jab to the body.
Klimenko misses with a body kick.
Kersikov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Klimenko fails with an attempt to clinch. #T3#
Klimenko misses with a straight left.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Klimenko avoids it with no problem.
Kersikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Klimenko lands a body shot.
Klimenko throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Klimenko misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Klimenko wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Klimenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Klimenko 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's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Klimenko 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 unleashes a big counter combination but Klimenko bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kersikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Klimenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kersikov scrambles back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Klimenko wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Kersikov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zachary Klimenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Klimenko 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zachary Klimenko!
Zachary Klimenko retains his middleweight title!
A relieved looking Zachary Klimenko 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 254 Roos vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 29, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Roos wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Roos misses the body punch
and Roos takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slapping leg kick lands for Roos.
Roos swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kersikov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kersikov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov blocks a leg kick.
Kersikov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
A low kick from Roos misses
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Roos.
Roos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Roos is wise to it.
Roos has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Convicted Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Roos thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Roos lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Roos falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kersikov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cooper Roos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Roos throws a body kick, spinning off balance#KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a nice right hand that sends Roos toppling to the canvas! Roos scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Kersikov finish him?!#CUT2#It looks like Cooper Roos has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Roos throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Roos misses with a straight left.
Kersikov throws a counter combo.#T3#
Kersikov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Roos throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Roos misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a nice kick to the body.
A jab from Roos finds it's way through Kersikov's defenses.
Roos throws a head kick that misses.
Roos backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Roos wants to clinch#KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Roos! Kersikov lets Roos back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Roos is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roos misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boyko Kersikov!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 248 Menezes vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1#
Menezes swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Menezes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Menezes scores with a nice head shot.
Menezes throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Menezes misses with a looping left.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Some wild striking there from Menezes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Menezes throws a series of punches but Kersikov avoids them all with ease.
Kersikov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Menezes throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Menezes misses the shot to the body.
Menezes has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bigfoot BJJ in the buildup to the fight.
Menezes shoots for a takedown but Kersikov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kersikov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kersikov lands the left hand.
Menezes lands with a shot to the body.
Arthur Menezes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Menezes misses the target.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Menezes takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Menezes.
Menezes throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Menezes misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Menezes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Menezes connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Menezes bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Menezes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Menezes's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kersikov under the eye.#T2#
Menezes misses the shot to the body.
No luck for Menezes with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Menezes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Menezes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Menezes throws a sloppy body shot
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Menezes connects with a body shot that sends Kersikov's belly button to the back.
Menezes is looking to wear down Kersikov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kersikov defending well as Menezes loads up on a big left hand.
Menezes cracks a nice hook into Kersikov's ribs.
Kersikov looks to score with a jab to the body but Menezes is just out of range.
Kersikov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Menezes has time to react.
Kersikov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Menezes shoots in but no luck this time.
Menezes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Menezes dips to his left and cracks Kersikov with an uppercut!
Menezes lands a slapping body shot.
A slow jab from Menezes misses its intended target.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Menezes misses with the combination.
Nice cross by Menezes.
Menezes misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Menezes shoots in looking for a takedown. Kersikov tries to sprawl out of it but Menezes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kersikov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Menezes misses the body punch
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Menezes ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.#T4##TD#
Menezes closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Menezes lands in his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Menezes controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Menezes wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Menezes passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kersikov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Menezes is trying to get an arm triangle but Kersikov is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur Menezes dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Menezes misses the body punch
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Menezes moved out of range.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Menezes's head but Menezes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Menezes keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nice shot by Menezes.
Menezes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Menezes scores with a one two! Kersikov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Menezes swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Kersikov as Menezes shoots in.
Menezes shoots in but Kersikov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kersikov is looking for the big counter here.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Kersikov stuffs the takedown.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Menezes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Menezes throws a good cross that connects.
Arthur Menezes is winning the standup battle so far.
Menezes shoots and misses
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Menezes rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp one two that drops Menezes! Kersikov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Menezes to his feet! Menezes is in big trouble!#ROC2#Menezes is rocked!
A big right from Menezes misses.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Menezes avoids it with no problem.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kersikov. Menezes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov keeps the fight on the outside.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boyko Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Menezes misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Menezes has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Menezes! Kersikov lets Menezes back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Menezes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Menezes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
Menezes seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A telegraphed right hand from Menezes misses the target.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Kersikov finds Menezes's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Menezes flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Kersikov lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Menezes will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boyko Kersikov!
After winning the bout, Boyko 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 240 Nickel vs Roos
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kersikov leaves Widenose with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Widenose has Kersikov up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose tries to score a body lock takedown but Kersikov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Kersikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Widenose tries to clinch but Kersikov moves away
and Widenose takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Widenose wants to clinch
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Widenose fails with the takedown.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Widenose doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Widenose shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kersikov sprawls well. Kersikov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Widenose gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Widenose tries to clinch there but Kersikov circles away.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Widenose or perhaps it was just good defense by Kersikov, which made it look bad. #T3#
Widenose tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kersikov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Widenose tries to clinch there but Kersikov circles away.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Widenose closes the distance and clinches up with Kersikov, looking for a takedown. Widenose pushes Kersikov against the cage but Kersikov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Widenose shoots in but no luck this time.
Widenose tries to clinch up.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Widenose closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Widenose shoots and misses
and Widenose takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Widenose with a poor takedown
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Widenose misses with a takedown attempt
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Widenose tries to clinch
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Widenose looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Widenose is looking to clinch but Kersikov is avoiding it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1#
Widenose fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Widenose tries to clinch there but Kersikov circles away.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Widenose avoids it with no problem.
Kersikov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Widenose tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Widenose gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Widenose wants to take the fight to the mat but Kersikov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bofur Widenose. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Widenose.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Kersikov misses with a punch to the body.
Widenose tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Widenose fails in his attempt to clinch.
Widenose tries to clinch up
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick. #T3#
Kersikov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Widenose.
Widenose shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kersikov but Kersikov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kersikov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Widenose doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kersikov keeps the fight on the outside.
Kersikov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Widenose throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov stuffs the takedown.
Widenose tries to clinch up but Kersikov circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Kersikov 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.

Boyko 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##TD#
Widenose closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kersikov struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Widenose tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Widenose swings around for an armbar but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Widenose's guard.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kersikov trying to control but Widenose is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Widenose is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Widenose working for a triangle but Kersikov defends it easily.
Widenose is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Widenose looking for a sweep. Not yet Widenose, not yet.
Kersikov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Widenose working for a triangle but Kersikov defends it easily. #SU2#
Kersikov stands and steps away. Widenose gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T3#
Widenose closes the distance but Kersikov moves to the side
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Widenose doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Widenose tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kersikov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Widenose somewhat.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Widenose gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Boyko Kersikov.
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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyko Kersikov!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 233 Okongwu vs Lovanov
Date: Sep 03, 2023

#R1#
Kersikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
A head kick by Kersikov misses
letting Distefano counter with a right hand.
Distefano throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Distefano throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Distefano was not able to check.
Distefano stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Distefano on the side of the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Distefano.
Kersikov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T1#
Kersikov fails to land with a series of punches.
Distefano throws a sloppy head kick #KD#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Distefano! Kersikov lets Distefano back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Distefano is rocked!
Distefano has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Distefano is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov finish him?
Kersikov takes one on the button.
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!
Distefano walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Distefano limp body while Kersikov jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 223 Gora vs Martin
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Kaupens throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kaupens misses with a body punch
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Kaupens instigates a clinch.
Kersikov tries to stall but Kaupens uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kersikov has a couple of punches blocked by Kaupens.
Kaupens lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kaupens is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kersikov slows down the pace here. #BC2#
Kaupens's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Kaupens.
Kaupens throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Kersikov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at KFA in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaupens misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kaupens scores with a head kick.
Kaupens 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.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kaupens. #T1#
Kaupens misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Kaupens misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Kaupens's head but Kaupens sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kaupens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov throws a lazy right hand but Kaupens sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kaupens misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kaupens has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kaupens misses with a wild body shot.
Kaupens throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick. #CL2#
Kaupens takes the fight into the clinch.
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kaupens backwards.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kersikov can't find room to land a body shot as Kaupens controls the action.
Kersikov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Kaupens's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Kaupens manages to break the clinch.
Kersikov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ansis Kaupens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaupens swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kaupens swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Kaupens manages to avoid it.
Kaupens throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
A head kick misses from Kaupens.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Kaupens throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kaupens throws a leg kick
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kaupens throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kaupens throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kaupens misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kaupens throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kaupens fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kersikov thinks about countering with a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov.
Kaupens misses with a kick to the body.
Kersikov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kaupens just manages to avoid it.
Kaupens looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Kersikov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Kaupens darts in and clinches Kersikov up against the cage.
Kaupens wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov.
Kaupens misses with the head strike.
Kaupens wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kaupens tries to break the clinch but Kersikov is controlling the position.
Kersikov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kaupens.
Kaupens tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Kersikov. #T4#
Kersikov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kersikov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kaupens backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kaupens struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Kaupens.
Kersikov has Kaupens pressed against the cage, preventing Kaupens from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kaupens misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kaupens backwards.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC2#
Kaupens breaks from the clinch.
Kersikov throws a leg kick which misses Kaupens's front leg but catches the back leg as Kaupens tries to avoid it.
Kersikov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kaupens throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kersikov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kaupens closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kersikov with a jab.
Kaupens scores with a head kick. Kersikov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CL2#
Kaupens clinches up with Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kaupens pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kaupens scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kaupens goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A head kick by Kaupens misses
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov throws a body kick that misses.
Kaupens follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kaupens just misses with a punch to the body.
Boyko Kersikov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kaupens waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Kaupens checks it.
Kersikov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kaupens's hands.#T1#
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kaupens thows a leg kick but Kersikov checks it
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#Kaupens is rocked!
Kaupens throws a head kick that misses.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kaupens throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kaupens throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov throwing a counter right hand but Kaupens manages to avoid it.
Kaupens has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kaupens.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Kaupens.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
Kaupens stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Kaupens pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
Kaupens takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kaupens is breathing heavily.
Kaupens swinging wildly here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick misses from Kaupens.
Kaupens misses with a body kick.
Kersikov tried to counter with a leg kick but Kaupens avoided it.
Kaupens scores with a nice strike.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kaupens.
Kersikov swings for the body but Kaupens moves out of range.
Kaupens rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with an inside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kaupens looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Kaupens throws a sloppy body shot
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Kaupens moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kaupens connects with a looping right hand.
A solid body kick from Kaupens.
Kaupens lands a slapping body shot.
Kaupens cracks Kersikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Kersikov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kaupens moves out of range of the body kick.
Kaupens misses with a body kick.
As Kaupens backs away, Kersikov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kaupens throws a sloppy head kick
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
You can see that Kaupens has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Kaupens moves in looking to clinch but Kersikov pushes him off.#T4#
Kersikov connects with a right hand. Kaupens shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kaupens throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kaupens is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov finish him?
Kaupens throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kaupens takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Kersikov has closed the distance and engaged Kaupens in a clinch.
Kaupens seems to have recovered his senses.
Kaupens cracks Kersikov with a nice body shot.
Kersikov is pushing Kaupens up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kersikov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kaupens has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kaupens is trying to force a seperation but Kersikov has the dominant position.
Kaupens tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kaupens is trying to break the clinch but Kersikov is controlling him.
Kaupens's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kaupens wants to get back to striking at distance but Kersikov won't allow it.
Kersikov lands a nice uppercut.
Kaupens is trying to force a seperation but Kersikov has the dominant position.
Kaupens misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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 Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
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#
A low kick from Kaupens is predictable there #KD#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kaupens! Kersikov lets Kaupens back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Kaupens walks straight into a right hand from Kersikov - that's dropped him! Kersikov jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Kaupens from any more punishment! Kaupens complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Boyko Kersikov!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 215 Magrath vs Don 3
Date: Jul 22, 2023

#R1#
Rocky catches Kersikov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kersikov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Rocky throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.#CL#
Rocky clinches up with Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage.
Our sources have told us that Rocky has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Rocky misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kersikov.
Rocky tries to land knees in the clinch but Kersikov avoids the damage to the body.
Rocky doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rocky tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rocky.
Kersikov misses with a body punch.
Rocky using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kersikov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kersikov.
Rocky swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rocky lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocky misses with a looping right.
Rocky throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand. #CL#
Rocky takes the fight into the clinch.
Rocky misses with a knee strike. #T1##BC2#
Kersikov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rocky doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov circles away.
Rocky 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.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Boyko Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kersikov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rocky counters with a one-two to the body.
Rocky misses the shot to the body.
Rocky wants to clinch.
Kersikov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rocky scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2#
Rocky looks to clinch
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Rocky has Kersikov up against the cage in a clinch.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
Rocky tries a knee to the head but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rocky backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Kersikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rocky misses with a jab to the body
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rocky misses with a body shot #KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Rocky! Kersikov lets Rocky back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Rocky is rocked!
Rocky misses with a straight left.
Oh Rocky is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rocky switches off momentarily and Kersikov cracks him with a monster right hand! Rocky 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 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boyko Kersikov!
A victorious Boyko Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 205 Alyoshin vs Mahmut
Date: Jun 21, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Widenose gets a double leg takedown into Kersikov's guard.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Widenose wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Widenose drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Widenose jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kersikov controlling Widenose's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Widenose. #T1#
Widenose stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Widenose accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Widenose pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Widenose winds up and cracks Kersikov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov trying to control here.
Kersikov tries to roll over but Widenose keeps him under control.#T2#
Kersikov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Widenose has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Widenose with the ground and pound from mount.
Kersikov can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Widenose is working for a guillotine from mount but Kersikov frees his head quite easily.
Widenose working the ground and pound effectively. #T3#
Widenose fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Widenose lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Widenose tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away.
Widenose unloading with bombs!
Widenose connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Kersikov is in all sorts of trouble here. #T4#
Widenose looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kersikov is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Widenose gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Widenose scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Kersikov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Widenose scoring with strikes but Kersikov is staying in 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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov is desperately trying to improve his position but Widenose has a good base and remains in mount.
Widenose with shots to the head and body - Kersikov looks very uncomfortable down there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bofur Widenose dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Widenose will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Widenose throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kersikov slaps away a takedown attempt from Widenose, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widenose shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense.
Boyko Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bofur Widenose.
Widenose waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Boyko Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Widenose misses with a takedown attempt
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#TD2#
Widenose feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Widenose controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kersikov is trying to control the position but Widenose postures up.
Kersikov controlling Widenose's posture.
Kersikov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Widenose working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Widenose throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kersikov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Widenose is working Kersikov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Widenose from controlling successfully.
Widenose stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Widenose advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Widenose working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Kersikov wants to control the action here but instead Widenose manages to pass to full mount!
Kersikov is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Widenose lands a heavy elbow.
Widenose prevents Kersikov from getting the reversal.
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Widenose gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kersikov is squirming around, avoiding Widenose's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Widenose has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Kersikov is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bofur Widenose!
A victorious Bofur Widenose thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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

#R1#
Dambullah thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Kersikov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dambullah finds it's way round the side to connect with Kersikov's head.
Dambullah lands an overhand right.
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dambullah looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dambullah throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dambullah takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kersikov tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Dambullah on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dambullah throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov scores with a hook.#T1#
Dambullah throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov tries to counter by clinching up but Dambullah breaks away and moves out of range.
Dambullah throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dambullah misses with a looping left.
Kersikov catches Dambullah with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Dambullah throws a leg kick
and Kersikov scores with a counter punch that sends Dambullah to the canvas! Kersikov smells blood - he's punishing Dambullah with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Dambullah has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko 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 175 Hightower vs Veainu
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Good shot there by Klimenko.
Jab, jab by Klimenko - just one landing.
Klimenko has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL2#
Klimenko moves into the clinch.
I was talking to Kersikov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Klimenko scores with a shoulder strike.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Klimenko gets through Kersikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
Klimenko tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Klimenko tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Klimenko back against the cage.
Kersikov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov is leaning against Klimenko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov scores with a shoulder strike.
Klimenko presses Kersikov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Klimenko tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Klimenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov.
Klimenko misses with some punches.
Klimenko can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action.
Klimenko lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kersikov or not. #T1#
Klimenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from Klimenko.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Klimenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Klimenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Klimenko scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kersikov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kersikov works on Klimenko's body with a couple of short punches.
Klimenko pushes Kersikov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Klimenko misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov working aggressively here.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Klimenko. #BC2#
Klimenko breaks the clinch.
Zachary Klimenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Klimenko throws a right and a left that both miss.
Klimenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.#T2#
Kersikov misses with a hook. Klimenko ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Klimenko.
Klimenko ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Klimenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
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!
Klimenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kersikov throws out the jab.
Kersikov throws a poor cross that misses
and Klimenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov throws a hook but Klimenko blocks it.
Klimenko walks into a straight right hand from Kersikov.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov with the inside leg kick.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Klimenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Klimenko blocks a jab.
It seemed like Klimenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Klimenko lands a right hook to the body.
Kersikov with a hook.
Klimenko missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Decent striking displayed by Klimenko there.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Klimenko.
Kersikov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Klimenko misses with a low kick.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Klimenko is out of range.
Kersikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov looks to score with a jab to the body but Klimenko is just out of range.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Klimenko saw that one coming.
Klimenko on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Klimenko slips under a jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kersikov tests Klimenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kersikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Klimenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kersikov scrambles back to his feet.
Klimenko throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Klimenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Klimenko needs to keep his hands up - Kersikov had a free shot at his head there.
Klimenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kersikov.
The fighters circling - Klimenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Klimenko scores with a nice head shot.
Klimenko misses with a looping right.
Klimenko throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Klimenko comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zachary Klimenko dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov connects with an inside leg kick.
Klimenko closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Zachary Klimenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Klimenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Klimenko throws a body kick that misses.
Klimenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.
Klimenko misses with a head kick.
Kersikov tried to counter with a leg kick but Klimenko avoided it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a head kick that misses.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Klimenko ducked under it nicely.
Klimenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kersikov.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Boyko Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Klimenko lands with an overhand left.
Klimenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Klimenko lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kersikov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Klimenko.
Klimenko throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Kersikov scores with a punch to the head.
Klimenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Klimenko lands a leg kick that knocks Kersikov off balance momentarily.
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Klimenko throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Klimenko.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Klimenko moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A jab from Klimenko finds it's way through Kersikov's defenses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov throws an off balance right hand
and Klimenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Klimenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Kersikov checks a low kick from Klimenko.
Klimenko slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Klimenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
A head kick by Klimenko misses
and Klimenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Klimenko moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kersikov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Klimenko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Klimenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Klimenko down.
Klimenko scores with a leg kick.
Kersikov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Klimenko.
Klimenko is looking to clinch.
Kersikov wants to land a leg kick but Klimenko is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Klimenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Kersikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Klimenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Klimenko avoids it.
Klimenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Klimenko thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kersikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Klimenko.
Klimenko misses with an uppercut.
Kersikov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Klimenko can pounce on him.
Klimenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Klimenko misses with a looping right.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Klimenko checks a leg kick.
Kersikov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kersikov with a nice calf kick.#T4#
Klimenko tries to clinch up.
A big left from Klimenko misses.
Klimenko ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Klimenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Klimenko with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Klimenko throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Klimenko checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Klimenko! But no joy.
Klimenko scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Klimenko throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Klimenko will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice uppercut there from Kersikov.
Klimenko ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
A little jabbing left from Klimenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Klimenko tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Klimenko lands with a cross.
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 Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kersikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Klimenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kersikov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Klimenko scrambles back to his feet.
Klimenko lands an overhand right.
An inside leg kick lands from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a poor cross that misses
and Klimenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Klimenko.
Klimenko fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kersikov on the side of the head.
Klimenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Kersikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kersikov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kersikov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov scores with a jab.
Klimenko staying out of range there.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Klimenko misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov walks into a left hand.
Kersikov throws a low kick, looking for Klimenko's leg but Klimenko calmly moves out of range.
Klimenko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kersikov tries to work over Klimenko's front leg with a kick but Klimenko checks it.
Kersikov avoids a kick to the body.
Kersikov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Klimenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Klimenko checks a leg kick.
Klimenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Klimenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Klimenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kersikov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kersikov blocks a jab.#T2#
Klimenko tries a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
Klimenko throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Klimenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Klimenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
Klimenko with the inside leg kick.
Klimenko missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Klimenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kersikov swats away the attempt to clinch by Klimenko.
Klimenko misses with a looping left.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Klimenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov throws a hook but Klimenko avoids it easily.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
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 misses with a hook
and Klimenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Klimenko throws out a powerful jab.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Kersikov tries to keep at a distance but Klimenko has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kersikov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kersikov can't find room to land a body shot as Klimenko controls the action.
Klimenko lands a right hand.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Klimenko.
Klimenko pushes Kersikov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
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 lands a body shot in the clinch.
Zachary Klimenko seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A head punch on the inside from Klimenko fails to land.
Klimenko blocks a body shot from Kersikov.
Klimenko is trying to break free.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Klimenko lands a shoulder strike.
Klimenko has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov gets through Klimenko's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Klimenko is looking to break free of the clinch but Kersikov has double underhooks.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Klimenko.
Klimenko tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Klimenko back against the cage.
Kersikov lands with a short shot to the head.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Klimenko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Klimenko.
Kersikov can't find room to land a body shot as Klimenko controls the action.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Klimenko.
Klimenko can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action.
Klimenko is working Kersikov over against the cage.
Knees to the body from Klimenko.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zachary Klimenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Klimenko 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DMMA Wednesday Warfare 4
Date: Feb 08, 2023

#R1#
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Kaupens.
As Kaupens tries to get set, Kersikov tries to push him back and clinch up but Kaupens manages to avoid the attempt.
A nice combination there by Kaupens.
Ansis Kaupens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaupens throws a nice looking combination but Kersikov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kersikov needs to keep his hands up - Kaupens had a free shot at his head there.
Kaupens thows a body kick. Kersikov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Nice cross by Kaupens.
Kaupens ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A jab from Kaupens misses.
Kersikov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kaupens.
Kaupens connects with a nice looking jab.
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.
Kaupens pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Kaupens uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kaupens is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice 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.
Kaupens lands a brutal head kick. Kersikov looks out on his feet and Kaupens throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Ansis Kaupens!
An out of breath Ansis Kaupens thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 162 Kaupens vs Rocksaw
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Grubbs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Grubbs 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.
Kersikov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Grubbs momentarily.
Grubbs wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Grubbs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a solid body kick.
Grubbs scores with a jab.
Grubbs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a low kick, right behind Grubbs 's knee.
Grubbs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Grubbs lands a nice looking body shot.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Grubbs takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Grubbs lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Grubbs takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Grubbs.
Kersikov scores with a nice body kick. #T1#
Kersikov defending well as Grubbs loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Grubbs misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Grubbs misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick.
Grubbs tests Kersikov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Grubbs bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Grubbs misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a big right hand! Oh Grubbs is in trouble here! Kersikov follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boyko Kersikov!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 158 Panda vs Schultz
Date: Dec 24, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Takeda moves away from the strike by Kersikov.
Takeda is looking to clinch.
Takeda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Takeda throws a series of punches but Kersikov avoids them all with ease.
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Takeda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kersikov is fending him off so far but Takeda persists. Nope, Kersikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Takeda shoots in but no luck this time.
Takeda just misses with a punch to the body.
Takeda misses the jab.
Takeda lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Takeda or perhaps it was just good defense by Kersikov, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazuki Takeda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Takeda misses.
Takeda looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Takeda misses the jab.#T1#
Takeda connects with a looping right hand.
Kersikov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Takeda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Takeda fails in his attempt to clinch.
Takeda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kersikov cracks Takeda with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Takeda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Takeda connects with a jab.
Takeda misses with a body shot.
Takeda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kersikov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Takeda finds it's way round the side to connect with Kersikov's head.
Kersikov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Takeda to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Takeda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kersikov throws a nice looking combination but Takeda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Takeda misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Takeda moved away.
Takeda takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Takeda throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov tries to work over Takeda's front leg with a kick but Takeda checks it. #TD#
Takeda gets a double leg takedown into Kersikov's guard.

Kersikov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Takeda has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Takeda tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kersikov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Kersikov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov tries to throw a body punch but Takeda avoids it by throwing Kersikov back against the cage.
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Takeda swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Takeda misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Takeda blocks it. #TD#
Takeda jumps into guard, dragging Kersikov to the mat. #SUB#
Takeda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Takeda looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily. #SUB#
Takeda looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily. #T4##SUB#
Takeda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.#SUB#
Takeda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Takeda keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Takeda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Takeda steps away.
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Takeda avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kersikov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Takeda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Takeda connects with a single shot there.
Kersikov tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Takeda was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov scores with a nice strike.
Kersikov throws a chopping leg kick but Takeda manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Takeda appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kersikov misses with a hook
and Takeda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Takeda checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kersikov misses with a looping right.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Takeda blocks the leg kick.
Kersikov tries to land a body kick
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Takeda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kersikov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Takeda.
Kersikov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Takeda.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Takeda avoids it.
Kersikov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kersikov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Takeda misses with a straight left. #T2#
Takeda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kersikov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Takeda has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kersikov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Takeda blocks it.
Kersikov lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Takeda throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
Kersikov lands a nice uppercut.
Takeda tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kersikov just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kersikov with a nice calf kick.
Kersikov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kersikov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Kersikov misses with a leg kick.
Takeda swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Takeda misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov unleashes a big counter combination but Takeda bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Takeda's leg. Takeda is trying to keep his angry face on.
Takeda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Takeda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kersikov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kersikov tries a low kick but Takeda avoids it.
Takeda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kersikov is fending him off so far but Takeda persists. Nope, Kersikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Takeda backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazuki Takeda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Takeda slips under a jab.
Kersikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Takeda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Takeda was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Takeda takes a jab right on the kisser.
Takeda misses with a takedown
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Kersikov throws a leg kick that misses.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Takeda.
Takeda misses with a few strikes there.
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.
Takeda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Takeda slips under a jab from Kersikov.
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!
Takeda tries to clinch up.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Takeda throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Takeda blocks the body kick. #TD#
Kersikov gets caught flat footed, as Takeda shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Kersikov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Takeda lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Takeda takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov throws a jab when Takeda was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Takeda. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut
and Takeda cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Takeda moves out of range of the strikes.
Takeda bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Takeda is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Takeda looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Takeda throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kersikov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Takeda to score with a decent uppercut.
Kersikov throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Takeda counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kersikov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1##SUB#
Takeda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Takeda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Takeda throws a big right hand that misses.
Kersikov seems keen to control Takeda's posture.
Takeda postures up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Takeda throws a big elbow that misses.
Takeda 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 keeping moving, preventing Takeda from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Takeda jabs at Kersikov's body.
Kersikov takes a swing at Takeda's ribcage but misses.
Takeda looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Takeda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Takeda just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov lands a glancing blow to the side of Takeda's head.
Takeda misses the shot to the body.
And Kersikov responds with a good body kick, but Takeda manages to step out the way in time.
Takeda tries to clinch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov misses with a hook. Takeda ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Takeda loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Takeda's hands.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Takeda moves out of range easily.
Takeda swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov is looking to slow Takeda down with leg kicks.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Takeda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
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!
Takeda jabs Kersikov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kazuki Takeda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Takeda is defended easily by Kersikov.
A decent looking cross lands there for Takeda.
Kersikov throws a push kick but Takeda slaps the foot to one side.
Takeda takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Takeda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kersikov circles away.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Takeda takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Takeda looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Takeda throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Takeda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Takeda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazuki Takeda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kersikov throws a good cross that connects.
Kersikov scores with the left hand. Takeda knows he should have avoided that one.
Takeda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov cracks Takeda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Takeda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov lands with a shot to the body.
Takeda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kersikov swivels and escapes.
Kersikov is looking to slow Takeda down with leg kicks.
Nice shot lands for Kersikov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyko 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko 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 Friday Night Fights XIV
Date: Nov 18, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Tenryu moved away.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kersikov.
Nice uppercut lands for Kersikov. That snapped Tenryu's head back.
Tenryu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Tenryu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Kersikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Tenryu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
As Kersikov tries to get set, Tenryu tries to push him back and clinch up but Kersikov manages to avoid the attempt.
Tenryu moves out of range of the body kick.#T1#
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Kersikov throws a wild body kick that Tenryu sees coming a mile off.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Tenryu takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov lands a really nice looking cross but Tenryu seems unphased.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Tenryu's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tenryu down.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
Kersikov scores with a jab. Tenryu acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kersikov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tenryu swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.#T3#
Kersikov scores with a nice head shot.
Kersikov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tenryu on the side of the head.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Tenryu misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a two punch combo.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Kersikov.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Tenryu steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kersikov. That one must have hurt.
Kersikov darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T4#
Kersikov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tenryu has time to react.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Kersikov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tenryu had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at Tenryu's knee but Tenryu avoids it well.
Tenryu 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.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Tenryu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kersikov.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that round.
That's time! Tenryu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tenryu avoids a kick to the body.
Kersikov misses with a wild combination.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Tenryu swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Tenryu moves out of range as Kersikov throws a body kick.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kersikov manages to circle out of the way.
Tenryu avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kersikov manages to circle out of the way.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tenryu is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Kersikov scores with a kick to the midsection.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kersikov.#T2#
Kersikov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tenryu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kersikov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kersikov.
Tenryu moves out of range as Kersikov throws a body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kersikov.
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 goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tenryu might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kersikov lands with a right hand. #T3#
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Kersikov throws a leg kick #CL#
and Tenryu counters by clinching up.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tenryu moves out of range of the strikes.
Tenryu cracks Kersikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Kersikov thuds his right hand into Tenryu's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kersikov.
Tenryu with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Kersikov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tenryu.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Tenryu moved away.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Tenryu avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tenryu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kersikov 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 misses with a series of wild punches.
Tenryu is looking to wear down Kersikov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Kersikov tried to score with a low kick but Tenryu checks it.#T1#
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Tenryu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
A left lands for Kersikov.
Nice cross by Kersikov.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Kersikov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tenryu lands a slapping body shot.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A clash of legs there as Tenryu blocks the low kick.
Kersikov lands a nice looking body kick.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Tenryu moved away.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tenryu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Tenryu holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kersikov lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Kersikov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenryus head.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Tenryu looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tenryu is trying to stall.
Kersikov trying to stall but Tenryu improves his position.
Tenryu trying to stall but Kersikov improves his position.
Tenryu is pushing Kersikov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kersikov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tenryu will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A shot in the inside from Kersikov.
Tenryu is trying to maintain a safe position but Kersikov gets an underhook and turns Tenryu into the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut. #T4##BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov scores with a jab.
Kersikov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tenryu.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Kersikov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab lands there for Kersikov.
Tenryu has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tenryu there as he acknowledges the shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyko Kersikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kersikov 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 James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyko Kersikov!
During a confident post fight interview, Boyko Kersikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DMMA 149 Kersikov vs Abarai 2
Date: Oct 16, 2022

#R1#
Le Franc misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Le Franc throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Le Franc cracks a nice hook into Kersikov's ribs.
Le Franc is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Le Franc counters with a solid body kick.
Le Franc with a nice cross.
Kersikov throws a chopping leg kick but Le Franc manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
Le Franc slips under a jab.
Le Franc was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Le Franc staying out of range there.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Kersikov cracks Le Franc with an open hand slap.
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.
Le Franc misses with the combination.
Guy Le Franc seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good exchange - Kersikov coming out on top.
Kersikov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Le Franc looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Le Franc.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kersikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Le Franc scores with a punch to the head.
Le Franc tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Le Franc lands with an overhand left.
Le Franc throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov's knee but Kersikov avoids it well.
Le Franc steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Le Franc scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Le Franc misses with a wild body shot.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Le Franc throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A clash of legs there as Kersikov blocks the low kick.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Le Franc.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Le Franc misses with a low kick.
Kersikov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Le Franc throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Le Franc checks a leg kick.
Le Franc misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
A solid body kick from Le Franc.
Le Franc smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kersikov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guy Le Franc will probably get the nod.
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.#R2#
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kersikov scores with a nice right hand.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Le Franc.
Le Franc defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Le Franc checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A shot to the body from Le Franc misses
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Le Franc misses with a kick to the body
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick. #T1#
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Le Franc has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick
and Le Franc counters with a stiff right hand.
Kersikov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Le Franc scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Le Franc throws out the jab.
Le Franc misses with a low kick.
Le Franc throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Le Franc misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Le Franc bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Le Franc misses the jab.
Le Franc misses with a jab to the body
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Le Franc cracks Kersikov with an open hand slap.
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Le Franc connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Le Franc defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Le Franc feints a counter leg kick.#T3#
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Le Franc throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kersikov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kersikov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#It looks like Guy Le Franc has been cut.
Le Franc drops his hands momentarily and Kersikov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Boyko Kersikov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Le Franc moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Le Franc! But no joy.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Le Franc. Le Franc obviously looking to wear him down.
Le Franc ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Le Franc misses with a right hand
and Le Franc takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Le Franc cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Le Franc on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
Le Franc lands with a shot to the body.
Le Franc fails to land with a series of punches.
Le Franc connects with a nice looking jab.
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 Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Guy Le Franc's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Le Franc was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kersikov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kersikov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Le Franc.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick
and Le Franc counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Franc misses with a low kick.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Le Franc.
Kersikov looks to throw the jab but Le Franc is out of range.
Le Franc throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Le Franc lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Le Franc looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Le Franc as he connects with a hook.
Le Franc on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Le Franc lands a body shot. #T2#
Le Franc misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Le Franc swings widly with a right hand #KD#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Le Franc! Kersikov lets Le Franc back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Le Franc 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!
Le Franc misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
Le Franc is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov finish him?
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Le Franc seems to have recovered his senses.
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Le Franc throws out the jab.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kersikov avoids the head kick by Le Franc.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good standup being displayed there by Kersikov as he connects with a hook.#T3#
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov swats away the attempt to clinch by Le Franc.
Le Franc misses with a hook to the body
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Le Franc connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kersikov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Le Franc to score with a decent uppercut.
Le Franc lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Le Franc jumps back.
A solid leg kick lands there for Le Franc.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Le Franc.
Le Franc misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov counters with a left and a right... And another left! Le Franc is down! He's done! The ref dives in to save him and that's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boyko Kersikov!
Boyko Kersikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 142 Assndrop vs Fukumitsu
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Okoro tries to clinch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov half committed to a counter 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.
Okoro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kersikov is fending him off so far but Okoro persists. Nope, Kersikov circles away and we're back to standing.
A quick step to the side and Kersikov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Okoro drives through and clinches with Kersikov against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Okoro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Okoro's coach down at Irish Collar & Elbow Academy (ICE) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Okoro's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Okoro with a poor takedown
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Okoro with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Boyko Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Udonis Okoro.
Okoro 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.#T1#
Kersikov throws a leg kick which misses Okoro's front leg but catches the back leg as Okoro tries to avoid it.
Okoro moves in looking to clinch but Kersikov pushes him off.
Kersikov throws a big counter combination but Okoro scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kersikov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kersikov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Okoro throws a head kick that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Okoro has a takedown stuffed.
Okoro throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
A punch lands to the side of Okoro 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Okoro tries for a takedown but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Okoro moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Okoro rushes Kersikov and presses him up against the cage.
Okoro tries to stall but Kersikov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kersikov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Kersikov fails to land.
Kersikov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kersikov prevents Okoro from breaking the clinch.
Okoro drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kersikov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#Okoro is rocked!
Nice body punch from Kersikov - that landed with a thud.
Kersikov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Okoro controls his hands. #T3#
Come on Kersikov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kersikov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Okoros head.
Okoro tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kersikov smiles and moves away.
Udonis Okoro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Okoro throws a sloppy body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kersikov swats away the attempt to clinch by Okoro.
Okoro misses with a takedown
and Kersikov counters with an outside leg kick.
Okoro looks winded!
Kersikov cracks Okoro with a hook to the temple - Okoro is on wobbly legs here! Kersikov swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Okoro falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Kersikov wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Boyko Kersikov!
An out of breath Boyko Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 130 Niculescu Vs Martin
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1##CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch successfully.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
I was talking to Tenryu's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
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.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kersikov controlling the action here for a moment.
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #T1#
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov tries to stall but Tenryu uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kersikov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Kersikov.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
A short right from Kersikov.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Kersikov.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov working aggressively here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tenryu working aggressively here. #T2#
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kersikov taking a breather.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kersikov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu is leaning against Kersikov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kersikov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
A body shot lands from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Kersikov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov digs a right hand into Tenryu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenryu's gas tank.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov is pushing Tenryu up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T4#
Kersikov is working Tenryu over against the cage.
Kersikov has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kersikov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kersikov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu misses with a jab to the body
and Tenryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Tenryu moves out of range of the strikes.
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tenryu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kersikov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Tenryu closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
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 prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action. #T1#
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kersikov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu'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.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Kersikov.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kersikov stalling in the clinch. #T2#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
A short right from Kersikov.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov wants to stall.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu working aggressively here. #T3#
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Kersikov is struggling to control the position.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Kersikov tries to tie him up.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Kersikov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kersikov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow. #T4#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Kersikov scores with a hook to the body.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Kersikov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kersikov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Kersikov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kersikov's gas tank.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
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 Gen Tenryu 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Tenryu has managed to clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov lands a left hand.
Kersikov lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Kersikov's head.
Tenryu takes a shot to the head.
Kersikov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kersikov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tenryu is keeping busy.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it. #T1#
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Kersikov.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kersikovs head.
A nice left hand lands by Kersikov.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kersikov misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Kersikov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Kersikov tries to tie him up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kersikov trying to control the position but instead, Tenryu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kersikov into the cage.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tenryu is keeping busy.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu misses with some punches. #T3#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu pushes Kersikov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Kersikov tries to tie him up.
Kersikov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Kersikov.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu letting Kersikov take a breather here.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kersikovs head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu gets through Kersikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Kersikov works on Tenryu's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice left hand lands by Kersikov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kersikov.
Kersikov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Kersikov lands a left hand.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tenryu 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu gave a mention to Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: DMMA 121 Grant vs Nansen 2
Date: Jul 10, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw looks to land a combination but Kersikov avoids it well.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Rocksaw is wise to it.
Rocksaw 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 uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rocksaw.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No joy there for Rocksaw, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Rocksaw's head but Rocksaw sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rocksaw throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Rocksaw tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Rocksaw steps away.
Rocksaw tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Rocksaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rocksaw.
A shot to the liver by Rocksaw. Beautiful body shot.
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Nice shot lands for Rocksaw.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Rocksaw lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kersikov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kersikov swings widly with a right hand
and Rocksaw counters with a nice body kick.
Boyko Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rocksaw with a nice cross.
Rocksaw jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Rocksaw's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rocksaw down.
Rocksaw defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Rocksaw throws a leg kick but Kersikov moved away.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rocksaw moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Rocksaw throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Rocksaw misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Rocksaw saw it coming and moves away.
Rocksaw misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body. #T2#
Kersikov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rocksaw connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kersikov. Kersikov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jab by Kersikov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Rocksaw.
Kersikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kersikov misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from Rocksaw on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rocksaw misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Kersikov avoids the head kick by Rocksaw.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Rocksaw avoids it with no problem.
Kersikov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw misses with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Rocksaw misses the target.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T3#
Kersikov with the inside leg kick.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kersikov defending well as Rocksaw loads up on a big left hand.
Rocksaw throws a right hand that misses
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rocksaw.
A countering left hand to the body from Kersikov misses.
Rocksaw connects with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Rocksaw throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rocksaw swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Rocksaw throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
Rocksaw looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Rocksaw plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Rocksaw loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
And Kersikov responds with a good body kick, but Rocksaw manages to step out the way in time.
Rocksaw bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kersikov's head backwards.#T4#
Rocksaw throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kersikov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
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.
Rocksaw scores with a nice head shot.
Jab from Rocksaw.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A head kick from Rocksaw lands but Kersikov takes it in his stride.
Good exchange - Kersikov coming out on top.
Good shot there by Rocksaw.
Kersikov takes one on the button.
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
Kersikov takes one to the chin there.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
A little feinted left hand from Rocksaw on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rocksaw fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ramone Rocksaw dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Rocksaw connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rocksaw.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kersikov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rocksaw's head backwards.
Kersikov lands a nice hook to Rocksaw's body. Rocksaw takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kersikov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rocksaw checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rocksaw misses with a wild body shot.
Rocksaw dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ramone Rocksaw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rocksaw throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rocksaw is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A combination from Rocksaw does no damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Rocksaw keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
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, Rocksaw has got the better of the exchanges.
Rocksaw throws a sloppy head kick
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body. #CL#
Rocksaw gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rocksaw.
Rocksaw working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kersikov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw scores with a shoulder strike.
Rocksaw lands with a left to the head.
Rocksaw misses with some punches.
Rocksaw tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rocksaw.
Rocksaw misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kersikov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Rocksaw fails to land.
Rocksaw letting Kersikov take a breather here.
Rocksaw lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rocksaw.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rocksaw controls his hands.
Rocksaw throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rocksaw backwards. #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 blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rocksaw lands a right hand.
Rocksaw looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kersikov lands a nice uppercut.
Rocksaw swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The referee calls for Kersikov to work.
Rocksaw lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Rocksaw goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kersikov prevents it.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rocksaw.
A short right from Kersikov on the inside. #T3#
Kersikov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rocksaws head.
Rocksaw lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rocksaw is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Rocksaw fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rocksaw lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Rocksaw lands a shoulder strike.
Rocksaw lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
Rocksaw lands with a short shot to the head.
Rocksaw doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rocksaw has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rocksaw.
Rocksaw wants to break free but Kersikov has control.
Rocksaw misses with a punch to the body.
Rocksaw lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ramone Rocksaw has scored more points in the clinch so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kersikov.
Kersikov working aggressively here.
Kersikov is leaning against Rocksaw and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rocksaw working some nice short punches in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kersikov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Rocksaw has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kersikov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Rocksaw struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rocksaw backwards.
Kersikov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rocksaw tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kersikov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rocksaw misses with the head strike.
Kersikov prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ramone Rocksaw. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Rocksaw's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rocksaw misses with a wild combination.
Rocksaw looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rocksaw throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Rocksaw misses the target.
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 Ramone Rocksaw will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Rocksaw with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick.
Ramone Rocksaw is winning the standup battle so far.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rocksaw was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good standup being displayed there by Rocksaw as he connects with a hook.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rocksaw. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw throws a hook but Kersikov blocks it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rocksaw.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rocksaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov swats away the attempt to clinch by Rocksaw.
Rocksaw misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Rocksaw takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Rocksaw sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Rocksaw walks into a jab.
Kersikov lands a glancing blow to the side of Rocksaw's head.
Kersikov connects with a crisp jab.
A head kick misses from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rocksaw has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Rocksaw avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Rocksaw scores with a head kick.
Rocksaw pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rocksaw thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rocksaw lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
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 displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rocksaw throws out the jab.
Boyko Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ramone Rocksaw is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kersikov misses with a straight left.
Kersikov misses with a wild body shot.
Rocksaw checks a low kick from Kersikov.
Rocksaw throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Rocksaw as he connects with a hook.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Rocksaw.
Rocksaw 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 Rocksaw off to one side.
A jab from Rocksaw finds it's way through Kersikov's defenses.
Rocksaw is looking to chop away at Kersikov's legs.
Rocksaw misses with a looping right.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Rocksaw's head but Rocksaw sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
Rocksaw lands a jab to the head.
Rocksaw lands an overhand right.
Kersikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Nice body kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rocksaw.
Kersikov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov throws a wild body kick that Rocksaw sees coming a mile off.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kersikov throws a push kick but Rocksaw slaps the foot to one side.
Rocksaw takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rocksaw lands a jab.
Rocksaw avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Rocksaw jabs at Kersikov's body.
Kersikov loads up on a big right hand but Rocksaw slips the punch.
Rocksaw seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rocksaw throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Rocksaw.
Kersikov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rocksaw misses with a wild body shot.
Kersikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rocksaw connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kersikov scrambles back to his feet.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at Rocksaw's knee but Rocksaw avoids it well.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A low kick from Kersikov is predictable there
and Rocksaw counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rocksaw throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rocksaw scores with a nice right hand.
Rocksaw works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rocksaw throws out a powerful jab.
Rocksaw misses with a lunging right hand #KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Rocksaw! Kersikov lets Rocksaw back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Rocksaw is rocked!

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 Ramone Rocksaw.
Well Rocksaw 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ramone Rocksaw!
Ramone Rocksaw made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Always gonna KO this guy'.

Event: DMMA 109 MaGrath vs Torres
Date: May 29, 2022

#R1#
Kuti misses with a hook.
Kuti missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kuti lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Kuti dips to his left and cracks Kersikov with an uppercut!
Kuti takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kuti with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kersikov to score with a decent uppercut.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at Kuti's knee but Kuti avoids it well.
Kuti misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuti.
Kuti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kuti misses with a hook.
Kuti looks to throw the jab but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuti.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Kuti moves to the side and lands 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!
Kersikov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1#
Kersikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kuti scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kuti scores with a shot to the body.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kuti throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuti.
Kuti swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A shot to the body from Kuti misses
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kuti connects with a nice looking jab.
Kuti fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Kuti misses the target.
Kersikov half committed to a counter leg kick.#KD#
Kersikov lands a big head kick that sends Kuti tumbling to the mat! Kersikov takes a step backwards and waves Kuti back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Kuti is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kuti is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov finish him?#T2#
Kersikov pounces like a tiger and cracks Kuti with a vicious hook! Kuti is down but not out! Kersikov follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Boyko Kersikov!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 102: Account vs Niculescu
Date: May 01, 2022

#R1#
Kostov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick.
Kostov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov connects with a nice looking jab.
Kostov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kersikov.
Kostov thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Kostov throws a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a left to the body.
A lazy body kick from Kersikov
and Kostov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kostov misses with a straight right.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kersikov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kostov is out of range.
Kostov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Good work by Kostov as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov throws the kick towards the body but Kostov avoids it.
Kostov throws a front kick that sends Kersikov stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice cross by Kersikov.
Jab, jab by Kersikov - just one landing.
Kersikov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kostov's sensitive parts. #T1#
Kersikov scores with a jab. Kostov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kersikov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheers as Kersikov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kostov doesn't seem phased though.
Kostov scores with the left hand. Kersikov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Kostov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kostov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
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.
Kostov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kersikov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kostov counters with a left to the body.
Kostov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kostov throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Kostov clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kostov lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kostov has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kostov blocking some punches.
Kersikov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kostov backwards. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Kostov fails to land.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kersikov pushes Kostov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head.
Kostov misses with some punches.
Kersikov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kostov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kostov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kersikov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kostov has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
Kostov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kersikov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kostov can turn it around.
Kostov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kostov misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick.
Kostov throws a solid leg kick but Kersikov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kostov.
Kostov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov.
Kersikov is looking to slow Kostov down with leg kicks.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kostov moves away.
As Kersikov backs off Kostov throws a huge counter combo but Kersikov manages to avoid it all.
Kersikov with the inside leg kick.
Kersikov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kostov.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kostov lunges at Kersikov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kersikov's hand.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
Kostov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab lands there for Kostov.
Kostov takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kersikov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kostov. Kersikov shrugs it off though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kostov lands with a good body shot.#T4#
Kersikov tries to land a body kick
and Kostov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kostov.
Nice body kick there by Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kostov.
Kostov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kostov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kersikov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kostov counters with a nice body shot.
Kostov keeps Kersikov at a distance using the push kick.
Jab by Kostov.
Kersikov throws a front kick that sends Kostov stumbling back into the cage.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kostov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kostov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Kostov jumps back.
Kostov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kersikov.
Kersikov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pavel Kostov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kostov is looking to chop away at Kersikov's legs.
Kostov scores with a jab to the body.
Pavel Kostov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kersikov with a nice cross.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Kostov avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
A swing and a miss from Kostov.
As Kostov backs away, Kersikov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kersikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kostov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kersikov.
Kostov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kostov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Kersikov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kersikov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kersikov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The fighters circling - Kostov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kostov throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Kersikov misses its target.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kostov.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kostov. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
Kersikov misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Kostov blocks a jab.
Kostov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kostov.
Kersikov is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Kostov.
Kostov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Kostov's head but Kostov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A low kick from Kersikov misses
and Kostov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kostov avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Kersikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kostov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kostov. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
letting Kostov counter with a right hand.
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
Kostov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kostov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Kostov misses with a body kick.
Kersikov quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kersikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kersikov is looking to counter punch.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kostov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kostov looking to slow down the pace here.
Kostov can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action.
Kostov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Kersikov manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Kostov darts in and clinches Kersikov up against the cage.
Kersikov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kostov backwards.
A shot in the inside from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a body punch.
Kersikov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kostov is trying to maintain a safe position but Kersikov gets an underhook and turns Kostov into the cage.
Kostov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Kostov stalling the fight.
Pavel Kostov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kostov.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kostov misses with the head strike.
Kostov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kostov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Kostov blocks it.
Kersikov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kersikov lands a shot to the body.
Kostov looking to slow down the pace here.
Kostov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kersikov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kostov is breathing heavily.
Kostov takes a shot to the head.
Kostov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Kersikov on the inside.
Kostov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kostov lands with a left to the head.
Kersikov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Kostov lands an uppercut.
Kostov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kostov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kostov misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Kersikov.
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 hook from the clinch.
Kersikov gets through Kostov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kersikov fails to land.
Kostov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Kostov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kostov working aggressively here.
Kersikov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kostov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Kostov.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kostov.
Kostov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Kostov misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that second round.
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 leg kick which misses Kostov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kostov tries to avoid it.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Kostov avoids it.
Kostov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kostov throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Kersikov throws out a leg kick but Kostov moves out of range and Kersikov only half commits.
Kersikov slips a jab from Kostov.
Kersikov throws a head kick that misses.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Kersikov misses with a wild body shot.
Kostov looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
Kostov throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov throws a leg kick but Kersikov checks it.
Kersikov swings widly with a right hand
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A punch combination from Kostov misses.
Kostov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.#T1#
Kostov needs to keep his hands up - Kersikov had a free shot at his head there.
Kostov slips a jab from Kersikov.
Kostov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kersikov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kostov.
Kostov with a nice calf kick.
Kostov is looking to score with low kicks.
Kersikov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kostov looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kostov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Kersikov misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kostov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kostov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov tries to work over Kostov's front leg with a kick but Kostov checks it.
A telegraphed right hand from Kostov misses the target.
It looked like Kersikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Kersikov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
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!
Kostov throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kersikov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kostov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kersikov.
Kostov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kostov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kostov lands a nice shot that snaps Kersikov's head back.
Kersikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice shot by Kostov.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Kostov wants to counter with a clinch but Kersikov pushes him away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov.
Kersikov thuds his right hand into Kostov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Kostov moved away.
Kersikov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kostov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kostov throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Kostov 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 connects with a jab.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kostov.
Kostov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kostov tries to work over Kersikov's front leg with a kick but Kersikov checks it.
Kostov throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Kostov down.
A solid body kick from Kersikov.
Kostov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kostov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kersikov can pounce on him. #T4##CL2#
Kostov rushes Kersikov and presses him up against the cage.
Kostov misses with a hook from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kostov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kostov.
A short left from Kersikov.
Kostov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kostov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kersikov can't find room to land a body shot as Kostov controls the action.
A bit of stalling here from Kostov.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The referee calls for Kostov to work.
Kersikov presses Kostov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kostov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kersikov blocking some punches. #BC2#
Kostov manages to break the clinch.
Kostov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kostov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.

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 Boyko Kersikov.
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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyko Kersikov!
A relieved looking Boyko 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 94: Magrath vs Polus 3
Date: Mar 27, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov throws a push kick but Kostov slaps the foot to one side.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kostov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kostov misses with a kick to the body
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kersikov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kersikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kostov connects with a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kostov.
Kersikov checks the leg kick.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov thumps Kostov with a low kick.
Kostov misses with a body shot
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kostov throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kostov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kostov misses with a straight right.
Kersikov keeps Kostov at a distance using the push kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov works Kostov's body with a nice hook.
Some bone on bone action there as Kersikov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kersikov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kostov's head backwards.#T1#
Kostov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kersikov at a distance.
Kostov lands a nice looking body shot.
Kostov misses the jab.
Kostov throws a low kick but Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov is looking for the big counter here.
Kersikov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kostov throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kostov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kostov.
Kersikov scores with a leg kick.
Kostov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kostov 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.
Kostov throws a solid leg kick but Kersikov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kostov.
Kostov ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands an overhand right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kostov misses with a body shot. #CL#
Kostov clinches with his opponent. #T2#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Kostov.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kostov controls his hands.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kostov lands a nice uppercut.
Kersikov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Kostov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kostov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kostov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kostov 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.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kostov swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kostov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kersikov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kostov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kostov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Kersikov throws a low kick but Kostov moves out of range easily.
Kostov takes a swing at Kersikov's ribcage but misses.
Kostov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kostov lands a jab.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Kostov checks it.
Kostov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kersikov manages to circle out of the way.
Kostov throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
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 missing with a left hand there. Kostov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kostov takes one on the button.
Kersikov throws a sloppy body shot
and Kostov counters with a nice body shot.
Kersikov is looking to land body kicks.
Kersikov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kostov momentarily.
Kostov checks a low kick from Kersikov.
Kostov slips under a jab.
Kostov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.#CL#
Kostov takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kostov backwards.
Kostov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kostov misses with a body punch.
Kostov leaning against his opponent.
Kostov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kostov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kersikov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kostov tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Kostov back against the cage.
Kostov presses Kersikov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kostov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kostov fails to land.
Kostov stalling.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kostov has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
A short left from Kersikov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kostov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov.
Kostov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kersikov 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 attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kostov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Kostov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kostov throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kostov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kersikov.
A bone on bone clash there as Kostov blocks the leg kick.
Kostov slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Kostov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kostov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kersikov misses with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Kersikov.
Kostov wants to slow Kersikov down by chopping away at his legs.
Kersikov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kostov is looking to wear down Kersikov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Kostov moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kostov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kostov misses with a looping left.
Kostov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kersikov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kostov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It looked like Kostov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kersikov.
Kostov cracks Kersikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kostov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kostov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kostov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kostov half committed to a counter leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kostov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kersikov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kostov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kersikov tried to score with a low kick but Kostov checks it.
Kostov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kersikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kostov. Kostov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Kostov closes the distance and pushes Kersikov back into the cage.
Kostov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kostov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Kostov blocks it.
Kostov tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Kostov back against the cage.
Pavel Kostov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Kostov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Decent striking displayed by Kostov there.
Kostov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kersikov jabs Kostov right on the nose. Kostov blinks but takes it well.
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kostov misses with a body kick.
Kostov connects with a jab.
Kostov blocks a head kick by Kersikov. #T3#
Nice shot lands for Kostov.
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kostov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Kostov.
Nice uppercut lands for Kostov. That snapped Kersikov's head back.
Kersikov misses the jab.
It looked like Kostov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at Kostov's knee but Kostov avoids it well.
Kostov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Kersikov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kostov. That did some damage!
Kersikov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Kostov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kostov thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Kostov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Kostov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kersikov lands with a shot to the body.
Kersikov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kostov checks it well.
Kostov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kostov is looking to clinch but Kersikov is avoiding it. #T4#
Kostov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kostov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kostov throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov's knee but Kersikov avoids it well.
Kersikov moves out of range of the leg kick from Kostov.
Kostov blocks the body kick.
Kostov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
Kersikov misses the shot to the body.
Kostov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kostov lands with a kick to the temple. Kersikov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
A quick step to the side and Kostov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Kostov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kostov moves out of range of the body kick.
Kostov connects with a nice looking jab.
Kersikov tries to work over Kostov's front leg with a kick but Kostov checks it.
Kostov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kostov misses with a looping right.
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 Pavel Kostov will probably get the nod.
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#
Kostov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A slow jab from Kostov misses its intended target.
Kostov wants to clinch.
Kersikov fakes the leg kick and cracks Kostov in the body.
Kersikov throws a series of punches but Kostov moves out of range.
Kersikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kersikov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kostov backs up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kersikov.
Kostov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kostov walks into a left hand.
Kostov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Kostov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A slow jab from Kersikov misses its intended target.
Kersikov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kersikov walks into a stiff left hand from Kostov.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Kostov checks it.
Kostov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kersikov scores with a decent looking hook.
Kostov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a body shot.
Kersikov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kostov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kersikov throws a nice looking combination but Kostov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kostov defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Kostov misses the target.#T2#
Kostov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Jab by Kersikov.
Kostov thuds his shin into the meat of Kersikov's side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov misses with a looping right.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov.
Kostov punishes Kersikov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kostov lands with a shot to the body.
Kersikov throws a right hand that misses
and Kostov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Kersikov. That snapped Kostov's head back.
Jab from Kostov.
Kostov slips a jab from Kersikov.
Kostov half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Kersikov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kostov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kostov's knee momentarily.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kostov.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kostov.
Kostov thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kostov 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 low kick but it's checked well by Kostov.
A low kick lands for Kersikov.
Kostov blocks a jab.
Kostov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kostov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kersikov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kostov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kostov is looking to clinch but Kersikov is avoiding it. #T4#
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 Kostov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kostov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A counter left hand to the body from Kostov misses its target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov is looking to slow Kostov down with leg kicks.
Kersikov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kostov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #CL#
Kostov drives through and clinches with Kersikov against the cage.
Kostov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kostov controls his hands.
Kostov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kostov taking a breather.
Kersikov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kostov presses Kersikov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Kostov blocks it.
Kostov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Kostov.
Kostov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyko 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: DMMA 85: Johnson vs Amida
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muromets throws out the jab.
Muromets throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kersikov on the side of the head.
Ilya Muromets seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Muromets fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Muromets 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.
An inside leg kick from Kersikov misses.
Muromets misses with a leg kick.
Kersikov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kersikov moves out of range as Muromets strikes.
Kersikov cracks Muromets with a good jab.#CUT2#It looks like Ilya Muromets has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a low kick as Muromets jumps back.
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov throws a lazy body kick
and Muromets counters with a nice uppercut.
Muromets chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Kersikov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Muromets with the inside leg kick.
Muromets looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Muromets crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kersikov - the referee stops the clock and Muromets gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kersikov. Muromets manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Muromets scores with a hook.#CL#
Kersikov tries to keep at a distance but Muromets has taken the fight into the clinch.
Muromets tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Muromets or not.
Kersikov misses with a body punch.
Kersikov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Muromets fails to land.
Muromets blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Muromets lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards. #T2#
Muromets doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short right from Kersikov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Muromets blocks an uppercut.
Our sources have told us that Muromets has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Muromets lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Muromets lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Muromets lands with a light punch inside.
Muromets landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Muromets.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov.
Muromets lands a shot to the body.
Kersikov looks winded!
Muromets 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.
Muromets tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Nice body punch from Kersikov - that landed with a thud.
Muromets lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Muromets tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Muromets misses with a short punch on the inside.
Muromets lands with a right to the head.
A short uppercut from Kersikov. #T3#
Muromets lands with a light punch inside.
Muromets lands with a right to the head.
Kersikov misses with a body punch.
Kersikov gets through Muromets's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Muromets has a couple of punches blocked by Kersikov.
Still in the clinch, Muromets scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kersikov swings wildly with an uppercut but Muromets uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Muromets tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Muromets lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Muromets blocks it. #BC#
Muromets breaks from the clinch.
Muromets works the jab nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov lands with a cross. #T4#
Muromets pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Muromets changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Muromets swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Muromets fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Muromets connects with an inside leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a right hand
and Muromets counters with a nice leg kick.
Muromets takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A nice inside leg kick there by Muromets. That's going to slow Kersikov down.
Muromets lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kersikov needs to keep his hands up - Muromets had a free shot at his head there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ilya Muromets dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ilya Muromets'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.#R2#
Muromets misses with a right hand
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Muromets is rocked!
Muromets throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Muromets throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
Kersikov throws the kick towards the body but Muromets avoids it.
Muromets scores with a shot to the body.
Kersikov throws out a leg kick but Muromets moves out of range and Kersikov only half commits.
Kersikov jabs Muromets right on the nose. Muromets blinks but takes it well.
Oh Muromets is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Muromets seems to have got his legs back now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov connects with a solid leg kick.
Muromets connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kersikov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Muromets counters with an outside leg kick.
Ilya Muromets is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Muromets fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kersikov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Muromets fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kersikov just manages to avoid it.
A bone on bone clash there as Kersikov blocks the leg kick.
Muromets lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
Muromets tries to clinch up.
Muromets thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Muromets tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kersikov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Muromets is wise to it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kersikov checks a leg kick. #T2#
Kersikov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A clash of legs there as Kersikov blocks the low kick.
Muromets slips a jab from Kersikov.
Muromets appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Muromets looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Muromets throws a shot to the body.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Muromets uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Muromets can pounce on him.
Muromets lands the left hand.#T3#
Kersikov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Muromets.
Muromets blocks a leg kick.
Muromets stuns Kersikov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Muromets throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Muromets avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Muromets avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Muromets was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Muromets throws a good cross that connects.
Muromets throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Muromets gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A big left from Kersikov misses. #T4#
Muromets lands a slapping body shot.
Muromets scores with a jab to the jaw.
Muromets is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Muromets scores with a jab to the jaw.
Muromets 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov misses with a double jab
and Muromets counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Muromets swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov stuns Muromets with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kersikov lands with a nice body punch.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ilya Muromets dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ilya Muromets's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Muromets misses with a body shot.
Muromets throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Kersikov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kersikov throws a body punch but Muromets moves out of range.
Muromets swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jab, jab by Muromets - just one landing.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Muromets takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muromets lunges at Kersikov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kersikov's hand.
Muromets loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Kersikov throws a half hearted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Muromets misses the target.#T1#
Muromets throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Kersikov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Muromets.
Kersikov misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kersikov connects with a right hand. Muromets shakes it off.
Muromets wants to clinch.
Muromets's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kersikov under the eye.
Boyko Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kersikov throws a shot from downtown. Muromets moves away and avoids it.
Muromets swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Muromets closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kersikov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kersikov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Muromets cracks Kersikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Donk. Muromets catches Kersikov right on the button with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Muromets lands a leg kick that knocks Kersikov off balance momentarily.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Muromets scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Muromets avoids the head kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Muromets.
Muromets defending well as Kersikov loads up on a big left hand.
Muromets tests Kersikov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kersikov looks to throw a body kick
and Kersikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kersikov missing with a left hand there. Muromets was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Muromets is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Muromets.
Muromets lands an overhand right.
Muromets scoring well with a low kick there.
Kersikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muromets moves away.#T4#
Muromets lands a jab.
Muromets slips a jab from Kersikov.
Muromets slips a jab and a cross from Kersikov.
Muromets was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Muromets stuns Kersikov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Muromets takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Muromets throws a lazy head kick
and Kersikov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice shot lands for Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a lazy right hand but Muromets sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ilya Muromets is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Muromets tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Muromets.

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 Ilya Muromets.
Well Muromets 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ilya Muromets!

Event: DMMA 76: Turgeon vs Slaissi
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kersikov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kersikov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A slow jab from Kersikov misses its intended target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Satake. That's going to slow Kersikov down. #CL#
Satake clinches with his opponent.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kersikov lands a body shot.
I was talking to Satake's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kersikov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Satake controls his hands.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Satake.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Satake misses with an elbow strike.
Kersikov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Satake's elbow.
Kersikov takes an elbow to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Kersikov manages to break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Kersikov.
A nice leg kick from Satake, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Satake counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Satake.
Satake takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Satake moves forwards but Kersikov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Satake swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Satake with a body shot.
Satake throws a predictable looking body shot
and Satake takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Satake is rocked!
Kersikov slips under a jab.
Oh Satake is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kersikov throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and Satake counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Satake.
Satake seems to have got his legs back now.
Kersikov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Satake's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Satake misses with an elbow strike.
Kersikov avoids the elbow strike from Satake, against the cage.
Satake throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov avoids a wild elbow strike from Satake.#KD2#
Kersikov drops Satake onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Satake is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Satake throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Satake throws an elbow that misses.
Kersikov tries to throw a body punch but Satake avoids it by throwing Kersikov back against the cage.
Kersikov dodges an elbow strike from Satake. #T2#
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov.
Satake creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kersikov's defenses.
Satake blocking some punches.
Kersikov tries to work over Satake's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Satake is working Kersikov over against the cage.
Satake pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Satake lands an elbow that stopped Kersikov in his tracks for a moment.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Satake.
Satake lands an elbow that stopped Kersikov in his tracks for a moment.
Kersikov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Satake's elbow.
Satake lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Boyko Kersikov has been cut.
Kersikov lands a nice uppercut.
Satake goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kersikov blocks the elbow strike.
Satake scores with a nice hook to the head.
Satake throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nice body punch from Satake.
Kersikov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T3#
Kersikov takes an elbow to the forehead.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Satake.
Kersikov lands with a short shot to the head.
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Satake's head. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov misses with a body punch.
Kersikov misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Satake blocks a leg kick.
Satake scores with a kick to the midsection.
Satake showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kersikov.
Satake throws a leg kick but Kersikov moved away.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Satake moved away.
Satake is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Kersikov swinging wildly here.
Satake tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Satake 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.
Satake dips to his left and cracks Kersikov with an uppercut!
Nice body punch from Satake.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body
and Satake counters with a nice leg kick.
Satake connects with an inside leg kick.
Masa Satake seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Satake changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Satake throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Satake.
Satake is looking to clinch but Kersikov is avoiding it.
Kersikov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Satake throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Satake walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Satake lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kersikov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
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 Masa Satake will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Boyko 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.#R2#
Satake scores with a shot to the body.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Satake has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Satake fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Satake uses good head movement to avoid it.
Satake swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kersikov takes a swing at Satake's ribcage but misses.
Satake fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kersikov is out of range.
Kersikov swinging wildly here.
Satake throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Satake sees it coming and checks it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Satake just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov with a nice calf kick.
Satake lands a nice looking body kick.
Satake fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kersikov checks it well. #T1#
Satake misses with a looping left.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Satake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Satake is looking to wear down Kersikov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL#
Satake instigates a clinch.
Satake misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov cracks Satake with a nice body shot.
Satake letting Kersikov take a breather here.
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Kersikov fails to land.
Kersikov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Satake backwards.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kersikov lands an uppercut.
Kersikov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Satake throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Satake takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Satake misses with the head strike.
Kersikov avoids the elbow strike from Satake, against the cage. #T2#
Satake tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Satake back against the cage. #BC2#
Kersikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Satake cracks Kersikov with a good jab.
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!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kersikov.
Satake slips under a jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Satake was well out of range. Poor timing from Kersikov.
Satake takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Satake thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Satake saw it coming and moves away.
Satake throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov's knee but Kersikov avoids it well.
Kersikov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kersikov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Satake misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Satake looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
Satake just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Satake avoids it with no problem.
Masa Satake is winning the standup battle so far.
Satake throws a good cross that connects.
Kersikov slips under a jab.#T3#
Satake scores with a nice head shot.
A lazy left from Satake finds it's target.
Kersikov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kersikov.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick from Satake.
Satake takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Satake misses with a hook.
Satake looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.#CL#
Satake rushes Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Satake tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Satake throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Satake lands a damaging elbow.
Satake misses with an elbow over the top.
Satake creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Come on Satake - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Satake throws an elbow but it misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Satake's elbow. #T4#
Nice elbow from Satake.
Kersikov avoids the elbow strike from Satake, against the cage.
Satake blocks a body shot from Kersikov.
Satake looking to slow down the pace here.
A short left from Kersikov.
Kersikov avoids a wild elbow strike from Satake.
Satake throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kersikov is struggling to control the position.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kersikov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Satake throws an elbow that misses.
Kersikov tries to throw a body punch but Satake avoids it by throwing Kersikov back against the cage.
Satake looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kersikov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Satake creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
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 Masa Satake will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Boyko Kersikov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Kersikov takes a swing at Satake's ribcage but misses.
Satake keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Satake looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Satake fails in his attempt to clinch.
Satake misses with a wild body shot.
Satake connects with a solid leg kick.
Satake thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Satake thumps Kersikov with a low kick.
Satake missing with a left hand there. Kersikov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Satake just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kersikov cracks Satake with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Satake closes the distance and pushes Kersikov back into the cage.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Satake blocks it.
Satake misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Kersikov. #T1#
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Satake's head. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kersikov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kersikov misses with a body shot.
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Satake was well out of range. Poor timing from Kersikov.
Satake avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kersikov fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Satake to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Satake looks to clinch but Kersikov throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Satake taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Boyko Kersikov!
An out of breath Boyko Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 68: Kaupens vs Ramathorn
Date: Dec 19, 2021

#R1#
Kersikov checks a leg kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Riddle.
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kersikov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kersikov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kersikov thuds his right hand into Riddle's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Riddle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Math Riddle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Riddle tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Riddle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Riddle throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
The crowd cheers as Riddle lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kersikov doesn't seem phased though.
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!
Riddle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Riddle tries to clinch up.
Kersikov misses with a double jab.
Riddle seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kersikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Riddle connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kersikov scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Nice body kick there by Riddle.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Riddle is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Riddle throws out a powerful jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kersikov.
Kersikov checks the leg kick.
Riddle swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Riddle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Riddle pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kersikov is out of range and Riddle settles back down.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kersikov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Riddle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Boyko Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kersikov misses the shot to the body.
Riddle listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jab, jab by Kersikov - just one landing.
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 scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Riddle throws a wild body kick that Kersikov sees coming a mile off.
Riddle throws a poor cross that misses
and Kersikov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Riddle's knee momentarily.#T2#
Riddle throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Riddle throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Riddle throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a wild combination.
Riddle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kersikov circles away quickly and effectively.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Riddle avoids it with no problem.
Riddle throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Good shot there by Riddle.#CL#
Riddle has Kersikov up against the cage in a clinch.
Riddle misses with a knee strike.
Stalling in the clinch from Kersikov.
Riddle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Riddle looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Good body shot from Kersikov.
Riddle lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Riddle with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Riddle is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T3#
Riddle missing with knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Riddle missing with knees to the body.
Kersikov tries to work over Riddle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov is leaning against Riddle and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Riddle misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov lands with a short shot to the head.
Riddle blocks a body shot from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Riddle works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Riddle is stalling here.
Kersikov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Riddle's elbow.
Kersikov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kersikov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Riddle.
Riddle is breathing heavily.
Riddle tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kersikov lands a body punch.
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Riddle is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kersikov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T4#
Kersikov lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Kersikov.
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!
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
Kersikov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kersikov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Kersikov lands a really nice looking cross but Riddle seems unphased.
Riddle 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 Riddle off to one side.
Kersikov plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Riddle to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Riddle just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Boyko Kersikov!
An out of breath Boyko Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 01, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kersikov takes one to the chin there.
Reid looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Reid stuffs the takedown.
Reid misses with a body kick.#CL#
Kersikov clinches up with Reid and pushes him back against the cage.
Kersikov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kersikov tries to pull guard but Reid won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boyko Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov keeps control of Reid as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Reid is trying to break the clinch but Kersikov has him pressed against the cage.
Kersikov wants to take the fight to the mat but Reid manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kersikov has Reid pressed against the cage, preventing Reid from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Reid working hard to break the clinch.
Reid tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov jumps guard but Reid turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The referee calls for Kersikov to work.
Reid tries to circle away but Kersikov has him pinned against the cage.#TD#
Kersikov jumps guard and drags Reid to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T1#
Kersikov looking to control. #SU2#
Reid stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Reid connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kersikov. Kersikov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Reid dodges the punch combination from Kersikov.
A punch combination from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Reid.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD2#
Reid manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kersikov on his heels. He'll look to pass Kersikov's guard now, I'm sure.
Reid won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Reid wants to stand but Kersikov is controlling his posture from full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##ES#
Kersikov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kersikov fails to land the takedown.
Kersikov takes a swing at Reid's ribcage but misses.
Kersikov shoots in but Reid avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice takedown defense from Reid. No joy for Kersikov on that attempt.
Kersikov closes the distance but Reid moves to the side
and Reid counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Reid tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Reid misses with the combination. #CL#
Kersikov darts in and clinches Reid up against the cage.#TD#
Kersikov successfully pulls guard.
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.
Kersikov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Reid is proving a slippery customer. #T4##SUB#
Kersikov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Reid is aware though and is defending well.
Kersikov looking to control but Reid passes into half guard.
Kersikov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Reid prevents Kersikov from improving his position.
Kersikov wants to control but Reid is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Eric Reid will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown but Reid shows good takedown defense.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Reid jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kersikov shoots and misses
and Reid counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Reid 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.
Reid is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#CL#
Kersikov clinches up against the cage.
Kersikov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boyko Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Reid!
Kersikov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Reid swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Kersikov closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Kersikov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Reid is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Reid is breathing heavily.
Reid is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kersikov stalling in the clinch.
Kersikov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Kersikov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Reid scores with a nice head shot.
Nice takedown defense from Reid. No joy for Kersikov on that attempt.
A big left from Reid misses.
Kersikov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Reid has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kersikov dodges the punch combination from Reid.
Kersikov misses with a body shot.
Kersikov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kersikov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Reid manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2##TD#
Reid gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kersikov trying to control but Reid is working from the bottom.
Reid preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kersikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Kersikov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kersikov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Reid wants to stand up but Kersikov is controlling him.
Kersikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boyko Kersikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Reid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Reid is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Reid avoids a punch combination nicely.
Reid tries to counter with a clinch but Kersikov shakes him off and moves away.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Reid but Reid pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kersikov shoots in for a double leg but Reid sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kersikov swats away the attempt to clinch by Reid.
Kersikov with a poor takedown
letting Reid counter with a right hand. #TD#
Kersikov feints and as Reid raises his hands in defense, Kersikov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T4#
Kersikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reid keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Reid is looking to stand up but Kersikov isn't so interested in that idea.
Reid keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Kersikov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kersikov shoots in looking for a takedown. Reid tries to sprawl out of it but Kersikov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Reid manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Reid wants to clinch.
Reid defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kersikov.
A head kick misses from Kersikov.
Reid slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov doesn't manage to clinch there - Reid circles away.
Boyko Kersikov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Reid as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boyko Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reid throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily. #CL#
Kersikov closes the distance and pushes Reid back into the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kersikov lands a body shot in the clinch. #T1##BC#
Kersikov breaks the clinch.
Reid throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kersikov is looking to clinch.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kersikov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Reid is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Reid circles away and we're back to standing.
Eric Reid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Reid. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reid fails to land with a series of punches. #CL#
Kersikov rushes Reid and presses him up against the cage.
Kersikov has Reid pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Reid manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kersikov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Reid prevents it.
Kersikov is struggling to control the position.#T2#
Kersikov jumps guard but Reid stands there with Kersikov around his waist. Kersikov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Reid misses with some punches. #TD#
Kersikov jumps guard and drags Reid to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU2#
Kersikov is working an open guard so Reid takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Eric Reid seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kersikov fails with a takedown attempt.
Reid stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Reid wants it to stay on the feet.
Reid looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kersikov throws a head kick but Reid moves out of range.
As Kersikov backs off Reid throws a huge counter combo but Kersikov manages to avoid it all.
Kersikov tries to clinch up
and Reid cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Reid fails to land with a series of punches.
Reid displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kersikov. #CL#
Kersikov clinches up against the cage.
Kersikov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Reid pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kersikov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Reid.
Kersikov throws a big counter combination but Reid scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Kersikov forces Reid back against the cage and clinches.#T4#
Kersikov jumps guard but Reid stands there with Kersikov around his waist. Kersikov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kersikov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Reid to keep the fight standing.
Reid wants to get back to striking at distance but Kersikov won't allow it. #TD#
Kersikov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reid is one step ahead there.
Kersikov is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Eric Reid.
I think Reid 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Boyko Kersikov!

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