Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: The Island Season 12, 205 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021

#R1#
Crawley avoids the body shot from Tsubekov. #TD#
Tsubekov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tsubekov lands in his opponent's guard.
Crawley is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Tsubekov wants to pass the guard but Crawley is keeping the position.
Tsubekov is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tsubekov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Crawley is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tsubekov, into his guard. #REVB##T1#
Tsubekov being controlled here, momentarily.
Tsubekov wants to sweep but no luck.
Crawley wants to get up but he can't break Tsubekov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Tsubekov working for a triangle but Crawley defends it easily. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Tsubekov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Crawley uses it to pass to side control.
Crawley wants to stand but Tsubekov is controlling his arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crawley gets to mount! Tsubekov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Tsubekov is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3#
Tsubekov is squirming around, avoiding Crawley's attempts to control the action.
Crawley is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Tsubekov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Crawley trying to control but Tsubekov is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsubekov manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Tsubekov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tsubekov.
Tsubekov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Crawley manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Crawley is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Crawley is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tsubekov trying to control but Crawley is working from the bottom.
Crawley can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tsubekov controls the pace.
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 Rustam Tsubekov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tsubekov misses the jab.
Crawley stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Crawley wants it to stay on the feet.
Crawley looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsubekov fails with a takedown attempt.
Tsubekov tries for a takedown but Crawley circles away easily
letting Crawley counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rustam Tsubekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsubekov goes for a double leg but Crawley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Crawley continues to drive forward.
Crawley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Crawley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tsubekov loads up on a big right hand but Crawley slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Crawley counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tsubekov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Crawley as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Crawley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crawley swings for the body but Tsubekov moves out of range.
Crawley thumps Tsubekov with a low kick.
Tsubekov has his takedown stuffed
and Crawley counters with a stiff right hand.
Tsubekov throws a looping overhand right but Crawley ducks down to avoid it.
Crawley throws a fast counter high kick but Tsubekov manages to duck under it in time.
Tsubekov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Crawley.
Tsubekov misses with a takedown attempt - Crawley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tsubekov looks for a takedown but Crawley sprawls well.
Crawley defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tsubekov.#T2#
Tsubekov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Crawley tries to avoid it but Tsubekov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Crawley to the ground. Crawley escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tsubekov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Crawley counters with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Crawley scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
Tsubekov gets a takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crawley is trying to control but can't.
Crawley is looking to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Crawley can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Tsubekov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Crawley has managed to free his arm - good work.
Crawley trying to control but Tsubekov postures up. #T3#
Tsubekov is taking a breather. Crawley says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Tsubekov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Tsubekov wants to work for an arm triangle but Crawley is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Tsubekov seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Tsubekov seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Tsubekov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Crawley defends it well.
Tsubekov is thwarting Crawley's attempts to control the position.
Tsubekov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Crawley looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crawley is trying to stand. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Crawley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Tsubekov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Tsubekov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Crawley circles away.
Tsubekov looks for a takedown but Crawley sprawls well.
Tsubekov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Crawley sprawls well. Crawley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tsubekov gets slowly back to his feet.
Crawley only half commits to the counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rustam Tsubekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsubekov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Crawley counters with a nice leg kick.
Tsubekov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tsubekov backing away here, and Crawley unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tsubekov fails to land the takedown.
Crawley was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tsubekov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Crawley was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Crawley looks to land a left hand but Tsubekov moved out of range nicely.
Tsubekov shoots in but Crawley avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Crawley only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Crawley loads up on a big right hand but Tsubekov slips the punch.
Tsubekov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Crawley swivels and escapes.
Tsubekov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Crawley counters with a straight right hand.
Crawley scores with a hook.
Crawley connects with a body shot that sends Tsubekov's belly button to the back.
Tsubekov misses with a takedown
and Crawley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rustam Tsubekov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick lands from Crawley. #T2#
Crawley scores with a leg kick.
Tsubekov misses with a takedown attempt
and Crawley counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crawley leaves Tsubekov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tsubekov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Crawley. Crawley obviously looking to wear him down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Crawley. That's going to slow Tsubekov down.
Tsubekov misses with a takedown attempt
and Crawley counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tsubekov fails with the takedown
and Crawley counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab lands there for Crawley.
Billy Crawley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Tsubekov darts in looking for a takedown but Crawley gets double underhooks and turns Tsubekov into the cage.
Crawley flicks out a counter leg kick but Tsubekov steps away.
Crawley tries to work over Tsubekov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsubekov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Crawley manages to break the clinch.
Tsubekov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Crawley counters with a straight right hand.
Crawley cracks Tsubekov with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Tsubekov falls to his knees and Crawley doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Crawley!
Our winner, Billy Crawley, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 27, 2021

#R1#
Tsubekov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kogir defends it nicely.
Tsubekov shoots and misses
and Kogir counters with a nice uppercut.
Kogir lands a lovely overhand right.
Kogir fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsubekov manages to avoid it.
Kogir definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tsubekov shoots in for a double leg but Kogir sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ganny Kogir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rustam Tsubekov.
Tsubekov shoots in for a takedown but Kogir shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tsubekov. #SUB2#
Tsubekov has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Kogir is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Tsubekov yanks on the arm and Kogir is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Tsubekov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rustam Tsubekov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Tsubekov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tsubekov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Tsubekov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tsubekov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Tan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Tan tries to bench press Tsubekov off him but Tsubekov keeps the position.
Tan looks to move to half guard but instead Tsubekov has passed into mount! Damn!#SUB2#
Tsubekov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Tan is desperately trying to improve his position but Tsubekov has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tsubekov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Tan keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Tan can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Tan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tan tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Tsubekov controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Tsubekov has hold of Tan's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Tan manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Tan has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Tan!
Tsubekov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Tsubekov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tan looking to sit in guard and control but Tsubekov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Tan keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully. #T2#
Tan trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Tsubekov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tan dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Tsubekov trying to control the position.
Tan trying to control but Tsubekov is working from the bottom.
Tan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tsubekov's head.#SUB2#
Tsubekov has his foot on Tan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tan works his way back into a safe position though.
Tan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Tsubekov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tsubekov's head.
Tsubekov wants to sweep but no luck.
Tan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Tan wants to control from the top but Tsubekov keeps moving.
Tan preventing the sweep.
Tsubekov keeping full guard, as Tan tries to pass.
Tan wants to control from the top but Tsubekov keeps moving.
Tan landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Tan is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Tsubekov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Tan is looking to defend but Tsubekov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Tan! Tsubekov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Tan taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rustam Tsubekov!
In defeat, Big Zac Tan stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well yea, he fought better than me. I need to work harder in the gym and er ya, get better.'.

Event: Highland 78
Date: Jul 13, 2021

#R1#
Tsubekov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Barnett tries to avoid it but Tsubekov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Barnett to the ground. Barnett escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A punch combination from Barnett misses.
Tsubekov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tsubekov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tsubekov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barnett tries to bum rush Tsubekov with a series of wild strikes but Tsubekov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
Tsubekov scores with a takedown into Barnett's guard.

Barnett kicks Tsubekov off and gets to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Tsubekov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Barnett's guard.
Barnett preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Barnett wants to stand but Tsubekov is controlling the position.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully. #T1#
Tsubekov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tsubekov wants to control from the top but Barnett keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Tsubekov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Barnett with a hook.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tsubekov takes one to the chin there.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov trying to control the action but Barnett is working from the bottom.
Barnett is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Tsubekov tries for a kimura but Barnett is defending well. #SUB2#
Tsubekov tries for a kimura but Barnett is defending well. #T3##SUB2#
Tsubekov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Tsubekov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Tsubekov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Barnett, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Tsubekov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Tsubekov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Barnett has escaped the position, nice work there.
Barnett is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Tsubekov swings around for an armbar but Barnett sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Tsubekov's guard.#SUB2#
Tsubekov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Buddy Barnett dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Tsubekov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Barnett's guard.
Tsubekov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tsubekov tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnett is retaining full guard.
Tsubekov prevents Barnett from getting back to his feet.
Tsubekov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barnett swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tsubekov trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tsubekov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Barnett is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Barnett has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Tsubekov is looking for a triangle but Barnett pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB2#
Tsubekov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tsubekov wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Barnett is now in half guard.
Barnett wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tsubekov is trying to control but Barnett passes into side control!
Tsubekov is trying to improve his position.
Barnett wants to stand but Tsubekov has his arm trapped.
Tsubekov trying to control but Barnett flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T3#
Barnett avoiding Tsubekov 's attempts to control his hands.
Tsubekov is in bad spot here.
Barnett struggling to keep hold of the position.
Tsubekov can't escape the position.
Tsubekov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Tsubekov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB2#
Tsubekov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Tsubekov actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Tsubekov is refusing to be controlled, as Barnett sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Tsubekov looking for submissions off his back.
Tsubekov tries to get to full guard but Barnett has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
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 Buddy Barnett 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#
Tsubekov has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Tsubekov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Barnett did well to prevent Tsubekov getting side control.#SUB2#
Tsubekov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Barnett is defending against the submission attempts here by Tsubekov. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnett is trying to stand. #T1#
Tsubekov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Barnett does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Tsubekov wants to work for an arm triangle but Barnett is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Barnett sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Tsubekov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Barnett has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Barnett doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tsubekov. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tsubekov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Barnett is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Barnett tests Tsubekov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Tsubekov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tsubekov lands in his opponent's guard.
Barnett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Tsubekov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tsubekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsubekov wants to pass the guard but Barnett is keeping the position.
Tsubekov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Barnett trying to strike off his back. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Barnett controls Tsubekov momentarily but Tsubekov frees himself. #SUB2#
Tsubekov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Barnett manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tsubekov has Barnett in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Tsubekov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Barnett is looking to stand up but Tsubekov won't let him.
Buddy Barnett is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Tsubekov has his foot on Barnett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barnett works his way back into a safe position though.
Rustam Tsubekov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barnett has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Tsubekov is proving hard to escape from.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rustam Tsubekov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Barnett 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Highland 65
Date: Jun 16, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Oliva clinches with his opponent.
Oliva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
Oliva fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Tsubekov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Oliva can't fight it off and eventually Tsubekov manages to take the fight to the floor. Oliva looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Tsubekov forces his way into half guard.
Tsubekov trying to pass the guard but Oliva defending well.
Tsubekov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Oliva keeps working.
Oliva really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tsubekov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Oliva has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tsubekov is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva is looking to improve his position.
Oliva moves into full guard.
Tsubekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Oliva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oliva wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Oliva tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Oliva looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tsubekov wants to pass the guard but Oliva is keeping the position.
Oliva keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully.
Tsubekov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oliva is keeping the position for now.
Tsubekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Oliva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsubekov tries to free his leg and advance position but Oliva is retaining full guard.
Tsubekov stopping the sweep attempt from Oliva.
Tsubekov content to stall in guard here.
Tsubekov stopping the sweep attempt from Oliva.#SUB#
Tsubekov drops back looking for a leg! Oliva is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Oliva manages to kick Tsubekov off! Tsubekov jumps back into Oliva's guard.
Oliva manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tsubekov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T2#
Oliva passes Tsubekov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Tsubekov is looking for a sweep. Oliva is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oliva looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oliva is thwarting Tsubekov's attempts to control the position.
Tsubekov tries to roll over but Oliva keeps him under control.
Oliva content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Oliva trying to mount his opponent but Tsubekov defends it.
Oliva perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tsubekov wants to get back to full guard.
Tsubekov keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Oliva in particular looking to stall.
Oliva trying to mount his opponent but Tsubekov defends it.
Oliva controlling the action here.
Tsubekov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Tsubekov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Oliva trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Oliva throws a hook to the side of Tsubekov's head but Tsubekov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Oliva ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Oliva connects with a nice looking jab.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tsubekov slips under a jab.#TD#
Tsubekov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Oliva sprawls well initially but Tsubekov persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Tsubekov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Oliva is just riding it out for now. Tsubekov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Tsubekov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Biscuit Oliva dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tsubekov has a takedown stuffed.
Oliva let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Oliva thuds a left hand into Tsubekov's body.
Tsubekov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Oliva avoids it really well and circles away.
Tsubekov fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rustam Tsubekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oliva tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tsubekov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tsubekov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Oliva lands a jab.
Oliva tries to clinch up.
Oliva scores with a nice strike.
Oliva connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Oliva.
Tsubekov slips under a jab.
Oliva lands a jab to Tsubekov's midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Tsubekov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Oliva to the ground. Tsubekov is now in Oliva's guard.
Oliva controlling Tsubekov's posture. #T1#
Tsubekov tries to free his leg and advance position but Oliva is retaining full guard.
Oliva is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Oliva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oliva tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Oliva keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully.
Oliva is pulling down on Tsubekov's head. It's preventing any offense from Tsubekov, at least for the moment.
Oliva wants to sweep here but Tsubekov controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Tsubekov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsubekov is fighting to break Oliva's control of his arms but Oliva is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Oliva looking for a sweep. Not yet Oliva, not yet.
Oliva keeping full guard, as Tsubekov tries to pass. #SUB#
Tsubekov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tsubekov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tsubekov trying to control but Oliva is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tsubekov shoots in for a double leg but Oliva sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tsubekov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oliva.
Tsubekov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Oliva finds it's way round the side to connect with Tsubekov's head. #CL2#
Oliva closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Oliva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oliva doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Oliva swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Oliva works on Tsubekov's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Oliva misses with a body punch.
Tsubekov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Oliva pulls his leg out and moves away.
Oliva loads up on a big right hand but Tsubekov slips the punch.
Oliva lands with a cross.
Tsubekov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Oliva rushes Tsubekov and presses him up against the cage.
Oliva lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Oliva is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tsubekov is trying to drag Oliva to the mat but Oliva just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Oliva scores with a shoulder strike.
Oliva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
A short uppercut from Oliva.
Tsubekov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Oliva to keep the fight standing.
Oliva prevents the takedown attempt.
Oliva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
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!
Oliva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oliva lands a left hand.
Oliva lands a left hand. #ROC2#Tsubekov is rocked!
Oliva swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsubekov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Oliva.
Oh Tsubekov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Oliva misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsubekov seems to have got his legs back now.
Oliva lands a nice uppercut.
Oliva tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Oliva.
Tsubekov is trying to pull guard but Oliva turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Oliva lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
Oliva tries to throw a body punch but Tsubekov avoids it by throwing Oliva back against the cage.
Tsubekov can't get the takedown.
Oliva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
Oliva throws a big uppercut that drops Tsubekov! More strikes from Oliva and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Tsubekov lies dazed against the cage as Oliva celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Biscuit Oliva!
A victorious Biscuit Oliva thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland 47
Date: May 19, 2021

#R1##TD#
Tsubekov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Teixeira tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tsubekov is in Teixeira's guard.
Teixeira is wriggling around but Tsubekov manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Tsubekov tries to pass to full mount but Teixeira defends it. #SUB#
Tsubekov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Teixeira wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tsubekov is trying to work for a kimura but Teixeira is defending well.
Tsubekov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Teixeira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Tsubekov content to control rather than advance.
Tsubekov is trying to control. Teixeira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Tsubekov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Tsubekov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Teixeira wants to get back to his feet.
Tsubekov is trying to control. Teixeira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tsubekov throwing shots but Teixeira is blocking nicely.
Tsubekov wants to take a breather but Teixeira is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Teixeira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tsubekov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tsubekov slips a straight right by Teixeira.#T3#
Tsubekov shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Teixeira gets caught flat footed, as Tsubekov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Tsubekov preventing the sweep.
Teixeira keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully.
Tsubekov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tsubekov wants to control from the top but Teixeira keeps moving. #SUB#
Tsubekov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Teixeira looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Teixeira looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Teixeira! #REVB##T4#
Tsubekov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Tsubekov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've been hearing that Tsubekov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Tsubekov prevents Teixeira from standing back up.
Teixeira is staying active underneath Tsubekov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Tsubekov seems to be looking for submissions.
Teixeira tries to get to full guard but Tsubekov has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tsubekov is keen to just control but Teixeira is a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rustam Tsubekov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tsubekov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Teixeira tries to avoid it but Tsubekov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Teixeira to the ground. Teixeira escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Teixeira throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Tsubekov shoots for a double leg takedown but Teixeira sprawls well. He's pushed Tsubekov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tsubekov misses with a takedown attempt - Teixeira sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rustam Tsubekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Teixeira works Tsubekov's body with a nice hook.
Tsubekov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Teixeira lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tsubekov at a distance.
Teixeira lands with a good body shot.
Teixeira swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Teixeira is fending him off so far but Tsubekov persists. Nope, Teixeira circles away and we're back to standing.
Teixeira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsubekov.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Teixeira just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsubekov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Teixeira.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Teixeira gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tsubekov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tsubekov trying to control but Teixeira is working from the bottom.
Rustam Tsubekov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1##SUB#
Tsubekov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tsubekov advances to half guard.
Tsubekov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Teixeira keeps working. #SUB#
Tsubekov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Teixeira defends it well. #SUB#
Teixeira is defending against the submission attempts here by Tsubekov. #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.#SUB#
Tsubekov wants to work for an arm triangle but Teixeira is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Teixeira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tsubekov is looking to advance position but Teixeira won't allow it.
Tsubekov wants to take a breather but Teixeira is having none of it.
Tsubekov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Teixeira knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3##SUB#
Tsubekov seems to be working for a kimura but Teixeira defends the submission attempt.
Tsubekov stops Teixeira from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Tsubekov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Teixeira has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tsubekov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Teixeira! #SUB#
Tsubekov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Teixeira to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Teixeira shrugs it off. #T4##SUB#
Tsubekov looking to secure an arm triangle but Teixeira defends it well.
Teixeira can't escape the position. #SUB#
Tsubekov is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Teixeira can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Tsubekov looking for a guillotine from mount but Teixeira is having none of it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Teixeira can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Tsubekov has hold of Teixeira's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Teixeira manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
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 Rustam Tsubekov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Tsubekov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Teixeira is trying to control the position but Tsubekov postures up. #SUB#
Tsubekov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Tsubekov stops Teixeira from standing up.
Teixeira keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov passes into half guard. #T1##SUB#
Tsubekov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tsubekov prevents Teixeira from improving his position.#SUB#
Tsubekov seems to be working for a kimura but Teixeira defends the submission attempt.
Tsubekov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Teixeira keeps working. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Tsubekov seems to be working for a kimura but Teixeira defends the submission attempt.
Tsubekov is pressing down on Teixeira's thigh, looking to free his foot. Teixeira is holding on for now.
Teixeira is looking to improve his position.
Tsubekov wants to pass the guard but Teixeira is defending well. #T3#
Tsubekov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Teixeira keeps working.
Teixeira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tsubekov is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Teixeira throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsubekov looks for a takedown but Teixeira sprawls well.
Teixeira swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Teixeira stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Teixeira wants it to stay on the feet.
Teixeira throws a lazy right hand but Tsubekov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsubekov feinted with a counter takedown.
Teixeira throws a hook but Tsubekov blocks it.
Tsubekov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rustam Tsubekov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rustam Tsubekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsubekov shoots for a double leg takedown but Teixeira sprawls well. He's pushed Tsubekov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Teixeira scores with the left hand. Tsubekov knows he should have avoided that one.
Tsubekov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Teixeira counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Teixeira wants to clinch up but Tsubekov keeps it at a distance.
Tsubekov avoids the body shot from Teixeira.
The fighters circling - Teixeira throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Tsubekov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Teixeira's guard.
Eder Teixeira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsubekov pushing down on Teixeira's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tsubekov stops Teixeira from getting back to his feet.
Tsubekov is taking a breather. Teixeira says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Tsubekov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tsubekov wants to work for an arm triangle but Teixeira is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

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 Rustam Tsubekov.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tsubekov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rustam Tsubekov!

Event: Highland 35
Date: May 02, 2021

#R1#
Tsubekov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tsubekov misses with a takedown attempt
letting Vatsadze counter with a right hand.
Tsubekov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tsubekov moves out of range as Vatsadze strikes.
A jab from Vatsadze misses.
Vatsadze lands with a straight right. Tsubekov didn't see that one coming.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Vatsadze tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tsubekov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tsubekov shoots in but no luck this time.
Vatsadze was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Murtaz Vatsadze has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rustam Tsubekov.
Vatsadze with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Good standup being displayed there by Vatsadze as he connects with a hook.
Tsubekov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsubekov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vatsadze swivels and escapes.#CL#
Vatsadze moves into the clinch.
Vatsadze prevents the takedown attempt.
Vatsadze gets underhooks to prevent Tsubekov's takedown attempt.
Tsubekov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vatsadze is defending well.
Vatsadze scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vatsadze lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
A short body shot lands from Vatsadze as the two fighters clinch.
Tsubekov looks winded!
Vatsadze scores with a hook to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Vatsadze works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Good body shot from Vatsadze.
Vatsadze definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A nice left hand lands by Vatsadze.
Vatsadze lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vatsadze lands with a right to the head.
Vatsadze makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vatsadze lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards. #ROC#Tsubekov is rocked!
Vatsadze misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vatsadze lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
Tsubekov is still on wobbly legs! Can Vatsadze finish him?
Vatsadze lands with a right to the head.
Vatsadze has Tsubekov pressed against the cage.
Tsubekov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vatsadze after a bit of a struggle.
Tsubekov seems to have recovered his senses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vatsadze.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice left hand lands by Vatsadze.
A right hook to the body lands for Vatsadze.
Tsubekov wants to stall.
Vatsadze digs a right hand into Tsubekov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tsubekov's gas tank.
Vatsadze lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vatsadze scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Vatsadze cracks Tsubekov with a nice body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vatsadze.
A right handed body shot lands from Vatsadze. #KD#
Vatsadze drops Tsubekov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Tsubekov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Good body shot from Vatsadze.
Vatsadze lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vatsadze is muscling Tsubekov up against the cage and as Tsubekov bounces back off, Vatsadze cracks him with a huge right hand! Tsubekov crumples to the mat - he's out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Murtaz Vatsadze!
Murtaz Vatsadze seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Highland 18
Date: Apr 05, 2021

#R1##CL#
Bounser clinches.
Bounser misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bounser lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bounser definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bounser misses with some punches.
Bounser swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsubekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsubekov prevents a body shot from Bounser.
Bounser misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tsubekov looking for a takedown.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bounser swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsubekov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsubekov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bounser to keep the fight standing.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bounser.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov fails to pull guard.
Aisland Bounser has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rustam Tsubekov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov wants a takedown but no success here.
Tsubekov misses with a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bounser is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bounser tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bounser tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsubekov. #T1#
Bounser scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bounser.
Bounser doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bounser throws a punch but it's blocked by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bounser pulls his leg out and moves away.
Tsubekov slips a jab from Bounser.#TD#
Bounser bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tsubekov taking punishment in the form of punches.
Bounser working the head with strikes.
Tsubekov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bounser landing strikes.
Bounser working the head with strikes.
Bounser taking a breather here.
Tsubekov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Bounser working away.
Tsubekov gets back to half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Bounser connects with a nice short shot to Tsubekov's temple.
Bounser is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bounser thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tsubekov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tsubekov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Tsubekov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bounser defends well.
Bounser distracts Tsubekov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Tsubekov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bounser.
Bounser with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsubekov is trying to control the position but Bounser postures up.
Bounser is in close to Tsubekov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Bounser is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tsubekov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bounser postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Bounser cracks Tsubekov with a solid left hand.
Tsubekov controlling the position.
Tsubekov trying to keep a closed guard but Bounser is proving a slippery customer.
Bounser stopping the sweep attempt from Tsubekov.
Bounser trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsubekov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bounser wants to pass the guard but Tsubekov is keeping the position.
Bounser keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tsubekov's head.
Tsubekov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bounser lands a couple of elbows.
Bounser content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aisland Bounser dominated 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.#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Bounser. No joy for Tsubekov on that attempt. #TD#
Tsubekov gets caught napping as Bounser dives in and scores a takedown. Tsubekov manages to retain guard.
Bounser missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tsubekov keeping moving, preventing Bounser from controlling successfully.
Bounser controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tsubekov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bounser's guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bounser keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully.
Tsubekov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Bounser keeping moving, preventing Tsubekov from controlling successfully.
Tsubekov content to stall in guard here.
Bounser is trying to keep Tsubekov in close.
Bounser is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tsubekov can do to turn this around?
Tsubekov trying to control but Bounser is working from the bottom.
Bounser controls Tsubekov momentarily but Tsubekov frees himself.
Bounser is really struggling to control Tsubekov but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tsubekov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tsubekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Bounser is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bounser moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tsubekov closes the distance and clinches up with Bounser, looking for a takedown. Tsubekov pushes Bounser against the cage but Bounser circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bounser throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsubekov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bounser.
Aisland Bounser seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Bounser misses with a straight left.
Tsubekov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bounser.
Bounser leaves Tsubekov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aisland Bounser has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rustam Tsubekov.
Bounser throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bounser swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bounser appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tsubekov has a takedown stuffed.
Tsubekov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bounser circles away.#T4#
Bounser swings for the body but Tsubekov moves out of range.
Bounser sets himself, and Tsubekov steps forward looking for the clinch! Bounser avoids it this time.
A head kick by Bounser misses #TD2#
and Tsubekov counters with a shoot takedown. Bounser fights it but they end up in guard.
Bounser wants to hit a sweep here but Tsubekov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bounser there!
Bounser is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Tsubekov is working for a guillotine from mount but Bounser frees his head quite easily.
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 Aisland Bounser will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bounser throws a hook but Tsubekov avoids it easily.
Tsubekov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bounser.
Bounser shoots in for a takedown but Tsubekov shows good takedown defense.
Bounser throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tsubekov tries to counter by closing the distance.
A low kick from Bounser misses #TD2#
and Tsubekov counters with a takedown into side control.
Tsubekov controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov has knee on belly momentarily but Bounser bucks him off and regains half guard.
Bounser wants to control but Tsubekov is keeping busy. #T1#
Tsubekov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Aisland Bounser overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bounser tries to roll over but Tsubekov keeps him under control.
Tsubekov passes to full mount! #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.
Tsubekov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bounser can't escape the position.
Tsubekov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tsubekov prevents Bounser from getting the reversal.
Tsubekov wants to control but Bounser has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Tsubekov seems to be working for a kimura but Bounser defends the submission attempt.
Aisland Bounser is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Bounser is staying active underneath Tsubekov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bounser has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tsubekov is working away from the top position though.
Tsubekov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tsubekov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tsubekov is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#CL#
Bounser rushes Tsubekov and presses him up against the cage.
Tsubekov tries to pull guard but Bounser holds him up against the cage and eventually Tsubekov drops back down to his feet.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bounser.
Tsubekov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tsubekov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bounser is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Aisland Bounser has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rustam Tsubekov.
Tsubekov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bounser after a bit of a struggle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bounser throws a head punch that misses.
Bounser tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bounser.
Rustam Tsubekov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tsubekov blocks an uppercut.

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 Aisland Bounser.
Well Bounser 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aisland Bounser!

Event: Highland 11
Date: Mar 21, 2021

#R1#
Janssen looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tsubekov is fending him off so far but Janssen persists. Nope, Tsubekov circles away and we're back to standing.
Tsubekov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Janssen shoots in looking for a takedown. Tsubekov tries to sprawl out of it but Janssen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tsubekov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Janssen with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Tsubekov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tsubekov.
Rustam Tsubekov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wesley Janssen.
Janssen has Tsubekov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tsubekov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tsubekov tries to work over Janssen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsubekov tries to throw a body punch but Janssen avoids it by throwing Tsubekov back against the cage. #TD#
Tsubekov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Janssen regains guard immediately.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Tsubekov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Janssen wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Janssen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tsubekov defends it easily.#SUB2#
Janssen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Tsubekov stands and throws Janssen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tsubekov controls the position from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov wants to control but Janssen is keeping him busy.
A lull in the action here.
Janssen holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Janssen is looking for a sweep.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tsubekov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Janssen keeps working.
Janssen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Janssen gets back to half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tsubekov is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Janssen is looking to escape.
Tsubekov is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Janssen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Tsubekov is keen to just control but Janssen is a slippery customer.
Janssen trying to control here.
Janssen is staying active underneath Tsubekov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Janssen moves into full guard.
Tsubekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Janssen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Janssen is trying to control the position but Tsubekov postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Janssen looking to score a takedown here. Tsubekov is defending well but Janssen drives through and ends up in Tsubekov's guard.#T4##SUB#
Janssen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been informed that Janssen has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Tsubekov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Janssen manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Tsubekov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Janssen looking for a sweep. Not yet Janssen, not yet.
Tsubekov wants to control from the top but Janssen keeps moving.
Tsubekov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Janssen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tsubekov looking to sit in guard and control but Janssen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Janssen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tsubekov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Janssen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rustam Tsubekov dominated 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.#R2##CL2#
Janssen moves into the clinch.
Tsubekov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tsubekov prevents the takedown attempt.
Tsubekov is struggling to control the position.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tsubekov struggles to land a body shot inside as Janssen controls his hands.
Tsubekov tries to stall but Janssen uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Janssen wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Janssen has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tsubekov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tsubekov tries to work over Janssen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Tsubekov lands a takedown into guard.
Tsubekov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Janssen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tsubekov wants to control from the top but Janssen keeps moving. #SUB2#
Janssen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tsubekov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Janssen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tsubekov trying to control but Janssen is working from the bottom.
Tsubekov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Janssen is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Janssen is on top in guard. #REVB#
Janssen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tsubekov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Janssen is one step ahead there.
Tsubekov is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Janssen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tsubekov keeping full guard, as Janssen tries to pass.
Janssen with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tsubekov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tsubekov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Janssen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Tsubekov wants to control but Janssen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tsubekov keeping hold of Janssen's head, controlling as best he can.
Janssen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Janssen is trying to control the action in half guard but Tsubekov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Tsubekov is trying to get back to full guard.
Janssen looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Janssen scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Janssen prevents Tsubekov from improving his position.
Tsubekov taking some punishment here, with Janssen in his half guard.
Tsubekov tries to get to full guard but Janssen has control of the leg.
Tsubekov is looking to control Janssen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tsubekov avoid being mounted?
Tsubekov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Janssen scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Janssen lands a nice short elbow.
Tsubekov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tsubekov tries to get out of the position.
Tsubekov tries to get to full guard but Janssen has control of the leg.
Tsubekov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Janssen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tsubekov is looking for a sweep. Janssen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tsubekov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Janssen is working away from the top position though.
Janssen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Janssen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tsubekov wants to improve his position but Janssen is controlling well.
Tsubekov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wesley Janssen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Janssen shoots in for a takedown but Tsubekov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Janssen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tsubekov swivels and escapes.
Janssen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rustam Tsubekov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wesley Janssen.
Tsubekov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Janssen.
Janssen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Tsubekov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tsubekov.
Janssen changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tsubekov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tsubekov shoots in looking for a takedown. Janssen tries to sprawl out of it but Tsubekov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Janssen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Janssen doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Tsubekov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Janssen has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tsubekov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Janssen is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Janssen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Janssen tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tsubekov smiles and moves away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Janssen is defended easily by Tsubekov.
Janssen has a takedown stuffed.
Tsubekov is looking to counter the offense by Janssen and move into the clinch.#TD2#
Janssen shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tsubekov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Tsubekov tries to bench press Janssen off him but Janssen keeps the position.
Janssen working away.
Tsubekov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Janssen's best efforts.
Tsubekov manages to get to full guard.
Janssen preventing the sweep. #T2#
Tsubekov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Janssen.
Janssen throws an elbow that misses. Tsubekov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Janssen's guard. Nice move by Tsubekov!#REVR#
Tsubekov wants to control from the top but Janssen keeps moving.
Tsubekov won't allow Janssen to sweep him here.
Tsubekov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Janssen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Janssen controls Tsubekov momentarily but Tsubekov frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsubekov trying to control but Janssen is working from the bottom. #T3#
Tsubekov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Janssen's guard. #SUB#
Tsubekov is working for a kimura but Janssen is defending it quite comfortably.
Janssen is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Tsubekov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Janssen gets full guard.
Tsubekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Janssen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsubekov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Janssen is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Tsubekov has his hands clasped together but Janssen extends and breaks Tsubekov's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Janssen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wesley Janssen!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Tsubekov fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Turner shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Turner prevents Tsubekov from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov moves into full guard.
Turner throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Tsubekov pulls Turner in close to prevent any damage.
Tsubekov looking for a sweep. Not yet Tsubekov, not yet.
Tsubekov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tsubekov tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Tsubekov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turner defends it easily.
Tsubekov pulls Turner in close to his closed guard and prevents Turner from doing any damage or advancing position.
Turner postures up in Tsubekov's guard and throws a big left but Tsubekov blocks it.
Turner throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turner looks winded!
Tsubekov seems keen to control Turner's posture.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tsubekov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tsubekov wants to sweep here but Turner controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Turner stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Tsubekov has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Turner manages to get his head free but now Tsubekov has transitioned to an armbar! Turner grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Tsubekov! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rustam Tsubekov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 04, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Tsubekov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tsubekov wants a takedown but no success here. #TD#
Lucky drags the fight down to the ground.
Tsubekov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Lucky throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Tsubekov escapes and throws Lucky's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Tsubekov scores with punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Lucky's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lucky trying to remain calm as Tsubekov controls from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucky tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Lucky's face as Tsubekov controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lucky is trying to buck Tsubekov off.#SUB2#
Tsubekov has hold of Lucky's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Lucky seems comfortable defending it but Tsubekov has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Lucky is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Lucky is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Tsubekov couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rustam Tsubekov!

Event: Highland 1
Date: Feb 22, 2021

#R1#
Teixeira throws an overhand right that lands on Tsubekov's shoulder, as Tsubekov tries to avoid the shot.
Tsubekov fails with the takedown.
Tsubekov shoots in looking for a takedown. Teixeira tries to sprawl out of it but Tsubekov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Teixeira manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Tsubekov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Teixeira to the ground. Tsubekov is now in Teixeira's guard.
Teixeira pulls Tsubekov in to control the position.
Tsubekov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Teixeira is trying to keep Tsubekov in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Teixeira is looking to stand up but Tsubekov isn't so interested in that idea.
Tsubekov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Teixeira is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Tsubekov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tsubekov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tsubekov.
Tsubekov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Teixeira is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Tsubekov working away.
Teixeira is pushing Tsubekov's head away, looking to escape. Tsubekov manages to hold on to the position though.
Tsubekov controls the position.
Tsubekov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Teixeira for as long as he can get away with.
Teixeira can't do much from the bottom here.
Tsubekov just content to control the position. #T3#
Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet.
Tsubekov controlling the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Tsubekov tries for a kimura but Teixeira is defending well.
The referee asks Tsubekov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tsubekov prefers to stall for the moment though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Further stalling from Tsubekov.
Teixeira is looking to reverse the position.
The referee asks Tsubekov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tsubekov prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tsubekov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Teixeira!
Tsubekov controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Tsubekov wants to finish this one by submission but Teixeira is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Tsubekov.
Tsubekov controlling from mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Teixeira can do anything to dispel that myth.
Teixeira wants to hold on but Tsubekov pushes him away.
Tsubekov content just to control the position here.
Teixeira is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tsubekov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tsubekov avoids the attempt from Teixeira to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rustam Tsubekov dominated 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.#R2##CL2#
Teixeira has taken the fight to the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Teixeira takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tsubekov is trying to drag Teixeira to the mat but Teixeira just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Teixeira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Teixeira can't break the clinch.
Teixeira misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Teixeira misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Tsubekov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Teixeira is looking for a sweep. Tsubekov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tsubekov in particular looking to stall.
Teixeira is trying to get back to full guard.
Tsubekov content to control rather than advance.
Tsubekov trying to mount his opponent but Teixeira defends it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tsubekov controlling the action here.
Tsubekov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Teixeira can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Tsubekov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Tsubekov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tsubekov is looking to advance position but Teixeira won't allow it. #T3#
Tsubekov works his way into side control.
You can see the frustration on Teixeira's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Teixeira is being controlled here.
Tsubekov continues to stall.
Teixeira prevents Tsubekov from improving position. #SUB#
Tsubekov is trying to get an arm triangle but Teixeira is defending well.
Teixeira being controlled for a moment. #T4#
Tsubekov trying to control the position but Teixeira is working away.
Teixeira being controlled for a moment.
Tsubekov prevents Teixeira from escaping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tsubekov advances to mount.
Teixeira is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rustam Tsubekov dominated that second 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. And we move into the final round!#R3##CL2#
Teixeira has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tsubekov leaning against his opponent.
Tsubekov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Teixeira stops a takedown attempt from Tsubekov.
Tsubekov blocks a body shot from Teixeira.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tsubekov as Teixeira tries to tie him up.
Tsubekov is working for takedown but Teixeira is calmly controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsubekov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Teixeira after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rustam Tsubekov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsubekov tries to pull guard but Teixeira won't allow it.
Tsubekov is working for takedown but Teixeira is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tsubekov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Teixeira just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tsubekov has Teixeira pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Teixeira manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Teixeira swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Teixeira lands a hook that snaps the head of Tsubekov backwards.
The referee calls for Teixeira to work.
Tsubekov stalling.
Teixeira effectively controlling the action here.
Tsubekov trying to control the position but instead, Teixeira has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tsubekov into the cage.
Teixeira scores with a shot to the side of Tsubekov's head.
Teixeira has had enough of the clinch but Tsubekov keeps him there for the moment.
Teixeira is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tsubekov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rustam Tsubekov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Teixeira gets underhooks to prevent Tsubekov's takedown attempt.
Tsubekov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Teixeira gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short right from Teixeira.
Tsubekov blocking some punches.
Teixeira tries to circle away but Tsubekov has him pinned against the cage.
Teixeira is looking to break free of the clinch but Tsubekov has double underhooks.
A frustrated look appears on Teixeira's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Teixeira is looking to control Tsubekov's arms but Tsubekov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Teixeira has his back to the cage.
Teixeira tries to throw a body punch but Tsubekov avoids it by throwing Teixeira back against the cage.
Teixeira wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
A nice left hand lands by Teixeira.
Teixeira is trying to break the clinch but Tsubekov is controlling him.
Teixeira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tsubekov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Teixeira is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Teixeira is trying to maintain a safe position but Tsubekov gets an underhook and turns Teixeira into the cage.
Teixeira wants to break the clinch but can't.
Teixeira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tsubekov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tsubekov prevents Teixeira from breaking the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4#
Teixeira misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsubekov wants a takedown but no success here.
Teixeira is trying to break the clinch but Tsubekov is controlling him.
Teixeira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tsubekov has Teixeira pressed against the cage.
Tsubekov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Teixeira prevents it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Teixeira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Eder Teixeira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Teixeira struggles to land a body shot inside as Tsubekov controls his hands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eder Teixeira comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tsubekov 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:28
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

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