Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 1103 Dodgers vs Vinogradov
Date: Oct 13, 2024

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Dodgers.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Dodgers.
Dodgers is looking to chop away at Vinogradov's legs.
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
Dodgers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vinogradov to score with a decent uppercut.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Dodgers blocks it.#CL#
Dodgers takes the fight into the clinch.
Dodgers scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Vinogradov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
A lazy body kick from Dodgers
and Dodgers takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dodgers tries a head kick but it misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Vinogradov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinogradov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dodgers. Dodgers obviously looking to wear him down. #CL#
Dodgers clinches up with Vinogradov and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Vinogradov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vinogradov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov blocks a low kick nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Dodgers there.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Vinogradov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dodgers throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dodgers throws a leg kick which misses Vinogradov's front leg but catches the back leg as Vinogradov tries to avoid it.
Vinogradov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#KD#
Dodgers cracks Vinogradov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Vinogradov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Dodgers finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov with a hook.
Dodgers throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dodgers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
Dodgers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vinogradov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Vinogradov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dodgers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vinogradov throws a body shot but no joy.
Dodgers looks to land a body kick but Vinogradov moved away.#T2#
Dodgers ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Dodgers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Dodgers slips the punch.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dodgers.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Dodgers throws a body kick.
Good leg kick by Dodgers.
Vinogradov blocks the body kick.
Dodgers tries to score with a low kick but Vinogradov moves his leg out of the way.
Dodgers throws a low kick but it's checked well by Vinogradov.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dodgers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dodgers lands a lovely overhand right.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dodgers misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dodgers pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vinogradov is out of range and Dodgers settles back down.
A shot to the liver by Dodgers. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dodgers.
Vinogradov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dodgers lands a slapping body shot.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dodgers lands a head shot.
Vinogradov lands a body shot.
Vinogradov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dodgers had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Vinogradov cracks a nice hook into Dodgers's ribs.
Dodgers lands the left hand.
Vinogradov lands a jab to Dodgers's midsection.
Vinogradov misses with a double jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dodgers connects with a body shot that sends Vinogradov's belly button to the back.
Dodgers cracks Vinogradov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vinogradov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #KD#
Dodgers cracks Vinogradov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Vinogradov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Dodgers finish him? #ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Vinogradov blocks a leg kick.
Vinogradov is still on wobbly legs! Can Dodgers finish him?
Vinogradov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Vinogradov seems to have recovered his senses.#T4#
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dodgers.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vinogradov! But no joy.
Vinogradov lands with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov jabs Dodgers right on the nose. Dodgers blinks but takes it well.#KD#
Dodgers cracks Vinogradov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Vinogradov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Dodgers finish him?
Vinogradov scores with a jab.
Vinogradov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Vinogradov gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Dodgers gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Vinogradov is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Duck Dodgers!
A relieved looking Duck Dodgers thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SYN 1096 Cruz vs McBean II
Date: Sep 15, 2024

#R1#
Hall avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hall steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Vinogradov.
Hall moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hall moves away.
Vinogradov jabs Hall right on the nose. Hall blinks but takes it well.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Hall wants to counter the offense by Vinogradov and move into the clinch position.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
A jab from Vinogradov misses.
Hall is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hall. Hall circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vinogradov scores with a nice right hand.
Hall avoids the body shot from Vinogradov.
Hall tries to counter with a clinch but Vinogradov shakes him off and moves away.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Hall avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov sets himself, and Hall steps forward looking for the clinch! Vinogradov avoids it this time.#T1#
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Hall blocks it.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Hall sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hall avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vinogradov lands a slapping body shot.
Jab by Vinogradov.#T2#
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Hall slips the punch.
Hall tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hall moves out of range of the strikes.
Hall tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hall has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Hall moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Hall is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Hall does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hall tries to counter by closing the distance.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Hall's ribcage but misses.
Hall steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Hall uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Hall uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
so Hall counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T3#
Hall wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving. #SUB#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hall is aware though and is defending well.
Vinogradov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hall trying to control but Vinogradov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hall is posturing up here but Vinogradov has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Hall tries to roll out but it's too tight and Hall has to tap! Slick submission there by Vinogradov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SYN 1090 Danger vs Harris
Date: Aug 18, 2024

#R1#
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Trollslayer's shoulder, as Trollslayer tries to avoid the shot.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov sizes up Trollslayer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Trollslayer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trollslayer moves away.
Vinogradov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Vinogradov throws a nice looking combination but Trollslayer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Trollslayer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Vinogradov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vinogradov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Trollslayer under the eye.
It looks like Vinogradov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Vinogradov lands with a nice body punch.
Vinogradov digs a good body shot into Trollslayer's ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov tries to bum rush Trollslayer with a series of wild strikes but Trollslayer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Trollslayer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trollslayer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vinogradov thuds his right hand into Trollslayer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov scores with a jab.
Vinogradov swings for the body but Trollslayer moves out of range.
Trollslayer drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.
Trollslayer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Trollslayer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vinogradov. #T2#
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Trollslayers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vinogradov connects with the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinogradov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vinogradov lands the left hand.
Trollslayer moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Trollslayer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Trollslayer tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Trollslayer avoids a punch combination nicely.
Trollslayer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Vinogradov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Vinogradov tries to bum rush Trollslayer with a series of wild strikes but Trollslayer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Trollslayer drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.#T3#
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trollslayer was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Trollslayer.
Trollslayer feints the counter takedown.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trollslayer moves away.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Trollslayer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vinogradov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Trollslayer doesn't seem bothered though.
Vinogradov connects with a jab.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Trollslayer ducked under it nicely.
Trollslayer takes one to the chin there.
Vinogradov misses with a hook #TD2#
and Trollslayer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Trollslayer working the head and body with strikes.
Trollslayer lands with a punch from half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trollslayer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Vinogradov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Trollslayer working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Trollslayer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Trollslayer slips a nice elbow through Vinogradov's hands, connecting with Vinogradov's forehead.#ROC2#Vinogradov is rocked!
Trollslayer controlling the position here and throwing strikes from the top. Nice elbow lands there... and another... and another... oh, Vinogradov is out! Trollslayer gets to his feet and admires his work - nice finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Balin Trollslayer!

Event: SYN 1070 Sergey vs Anton
Date: May 19, 2024

#R1#
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Ilmarinen lands a jab to Vinogradov's midsection.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vinogradov cracks Ilmarinen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ilmarinen walks into a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ilmarinen. Vinogradov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ilmarinen moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ilmarinen is fending him off so far but Vinogradov persists. Nope, Ilmarinen circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Ilmarinen misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Vinogradov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Ilmarinen's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov looking to sit in guard and control but Ilmarinen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1##SUB#
Vinogradov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ilmarinen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ilmarinen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
It looks like Ilmarinen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ilmarinen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ilmarinen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #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.
Ilmarinen's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Vinogradov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ilmarinen is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov trying his best to control but Ilmarinen has mounted him.
Vinogradov is looking to improve his position but Ilmarinen isn't that keen on the idea.
Vinogradov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Vinogradov is working to get back to half guard.
Vinogradov is working hard here to advance position.
Ilmarinen controlling the pace for now.
Vinogradov can't escape the position.
Vinogradov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vinogradov working to try and regain half guard.
Vinogradov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ilmarinen connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Vinogradov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
Vinogradov is working to get back to half guard.
Ilmarinen lands with some strikes.
Ilmarinen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Vinogradov is looking to improve his position but Ilmarinen isn't that keen on the idea.
Vinogradov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ilmarinen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vinogradov is looking to escape.
Ilmarinen lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Ilmarinen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Ilmarinen throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Ilmarinen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ilmarinen working aggressively here.
Ilmarinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vinogradov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ilmarinen working aggressively here.
Vinogradov prevents a body shot from Ilmarinen.
Ilmarinen prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vinogradov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ilmarinen tries to throw a body punch but Vinogradov avoids it by throwing Ilmarinen back against the cage.
Ilmarinen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vinogradovs head.
Vinogradov tries to score a body lock takedown but Ilmarinen shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Ilmarinen works on Vinogradov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vinogradov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ilmarinen fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vinogradov throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Ilmarinen counters with a single leg into guard. Vinogradov didn't expect that.
Ilmarinen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ilmarinen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ilmarinen advances position into side control!
Ilmarinen is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Vinogradov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Ilmarinen lands a decent elbow from side control.
Vinogradov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ilmarinen is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Ilmarinen seems to be looking for submissions.
Still in half guard, Ilmarinen seems content to control.#T2#
Vinogradov trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ilmarinen pulls his head out easily.
Vinogradov moves into full guard.
Ilmarinen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Vinogradov is trying to keep Ilmarinen in close. #T3#
Vinogradov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ilmarinen puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ilmarinen is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Ilmarinen moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Vinogradov.
Ilmarinen has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Vinogradov!
Vinogradov tries to lock up and control but Ilmarinen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vinogradov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vinogradov tries to hold on but Ilmarinen postures up.#T4#
Vinogradov is trying desperately to improve position.
Ilmarinen controlling from mount.
Ilmarinen tries to control but Vinogradov wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vinogradov wants to control but Ilmarinen is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Ilmarinen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Vinogradov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Ilmarinen. That snapped Vinogradov's head back.
Ilmarinen misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov tries to counter with a takedown but Ilmarinen is quick to defend against it.
Ilmarinen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a head shot.
Vinogradov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov throws a lazy uppercut
and Ilmarinen counters with a stiff right hand.
Ilmarinen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ilmarinen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Ilmarinen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov shoots and misses
and Ilmarinen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Ilmarinen scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vinogradov manages to get back to half guard.#T1#
Vinogradov is looking for a sweep. Ilmarinen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vinogradov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ilmarinen is working away from the top position though.
Ilmarinen moves into full mount! Vinogradov won't be happy about that!
Ilmarinen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ilmarinen tries to control but Vinogradov wriggling away.
Vinogradov tries to reverse the position but Ilmarinen maintains control.
Ilmarinen in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Vinogradov tries to reverse the position but Ilmarinen maintains control.#T2#
Vinogradov wants to hold on but Ilmarinen pushes him away.
Ilmarinen is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Ilmarinen controlling the position easily from mount.
Vinogradov tries to hold on but Ilmarinen postures up.
Vinogradov can't escape the position.
Ilmarinen tries to control but Vinogradov wriggling away.
Ilmarinen lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Ilmarinen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vinogradov is looking to escape. #T3#
Vinogradov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ilmarinen controlling the pace for now.
Vinogradov is bucking up trying to escape but Ilmarinen cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Vinogradov tries to lock up and control but Ilmarinen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Vinogradov is looking to get to half guard.
Ilmarinen tries to control but Vinogradov wriggling away.
Ilmarinen controlling from mount.
Vinogradov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T4##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Vinogradov trying to control from the bottom.
Ilmarinen controlling the action here.
Ilmarinen is continuing to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Ilmarinen really dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
And Ilmarinen tries to counter it with a takedown but Vinogradov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sergey Vinogradov is winning the standup battle so far.
A big left from Ilmarinen misses.
Ilmarinen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
And Ilmarinen tries to counter it with a takedown but Vinogradov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Ilmarinen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Vinogradov goes for a double leg but Ilmarinen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ilmarinen continues to drive forward.
Ilmarinen feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ilmarinen lands a body punch in the clinch.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Vinogradov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Ilmarinen.
Ilmarinen lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vinogradov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ilmarinen fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T1##CL2#
Ilmarinen has closed the distance and engaged Vinogradov in a clinch. #TD2#
Ilmarinen has Vinogradov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Ilmarinen pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vinogradov tumbling to the mat - Ilmarinen dives into Vinogradov's guard.
Ilmarinen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Ilmarinen 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.
Ilmarinen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Ilmarinen wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving.
Ilmarinen tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Ilmarinen defends easily.
Vinogradov is trying to keep Ilmarinen in close.
Ilmarinen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ilmarinen sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Vinogradov gets a double leg takedown into Ilmarinen's guard.
Vinogradov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vinogradov won't allow Ilmarinen to sweep him here.
Vinogradov trying to control but Ilmarinen is working from the bottom.
Ilmarinen wants to sweep but no luck.
Vinogradov throws a big right hand that misses.
We've been hearing that Vinogradov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T4#
Ilmarinen 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.
Vinogradov looking to sit in guard and control but Ilmarinen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Ilmarinen defends it easily. #SUB#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ilmarinen uses it to pass to side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Ilmarinen dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Ilmarinen looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinogradov is just out of range.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Ilmarinen's ribcage but misses.
Ilmarinen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vinogradov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vinogradov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ilmarinen lands a jab.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Ilmarinen is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Ilmarinen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Ilmarinen's head but Ilmarinen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ilmarinen with the counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Ilmarinen stuns Vinogradov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Vinogradov.#T1#
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Ilmarinen saw that one coming.
Ilmarinen misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Ilmarinen's body.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ilmarinen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Ilmarinen was well out of range.
Some wild striking there from Vinogradov.
Ilmarinen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Ilmarinen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Vinogradov tries for a takedown but Ilmarinen circles away easily#TD2#
and Ilmarinen counters with a nice double leg into side control. Vinogradov won't be happy with that.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T2#
Ilmarinen happy to just control the position for now.
The adventures of Ilmarinen the control monster continue. Boring.
Vinogradov tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Vinogradov wants to hold on but Ilmarinen pushes him away.
Vinogradov is desperately trying to improve his position but Ilmarinen has a good base and remains in mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#T3#
Ilmarinen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Anton Ilmarinen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vinogradov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Vinogradov tries to lock up and control but Ilmarinen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Vinogradov regains half guard.
Ilmarinen controlling the action here.#T4##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ilmarinen is taking a breather. Vinogradov 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.
Sergey Vinogradov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Anton Ilmarinen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ilmarinen lands a nice short elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Ilmarinen 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.
Ilmarinen winds up and cracks Vinogradov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anton Ilmarinen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ilmarinen winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 45:50
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anton Ilmarinen!
Anton Ilmarinen is the new super heavyweight champion!
A victorious Anton Ilmarinen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN Supernova XIV
Date: Apr 27, 2024

#R1#
Vinogradov misses with a right hand #TD#
and Trollslayer counters with a single leg into guard. Vinogradov didn't expect that.
Trollslayer throws a strike but Vinogradov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Vinogradov throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Trollslayer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Vinogradov has Trollslayer in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vinogradov trying to control the position.
Trollslayer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Trollslayer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Trollslayer working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Trollslayer scoring with some ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trollslayer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Trollslayer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Vinogradov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Trollslayer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Trollslayer throws a big elbow that misses.
Trollslayer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Trollslayer makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Trollslayer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Trollslayer scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Vinogradov has his foot on Trollslayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trollslayer works his way back into a safe position though.
Trollslayer throwing strikes from guard but Vinogradov blocks nicely.
Vinogradov pulls Trollslayer in close to prevent any damage. #T2##SUB2#
Vinogradov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trollslayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinogradov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Trollslayer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Vinogradov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Vinogradov throws a big right hand that misses.
Vinogradov postures up in Trollslayer's guard and throws a big left but Trollslayer blocks it.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Trollslayer keeps moving. #SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Trollslayer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Vinogradov has Trollslayer in his guard.#REVR#
Vinogradov is trying to keep Trollslayer in close. #T3#
Vinogradov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Trollslayer.
Vinogradov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Trollslayer.
Trollslayer throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Trollslayer is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Vinogradov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Trollslayer is looking to defend but Vinogradov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Trollslayer! Vinogradov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Trollslayer taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Sergey Vinogradov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SYN 1065 McGuire vs Leifsson
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
Burnett throws a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head but Vinogradov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burnett looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Burnett moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a hook to the body
and Burnett counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Vinogradov shoots in but no luck this time.
It seemed like Burnett was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've been hearing reports that Vinogradov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Burnett jabs at Vinogradov's body.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Burnett.
Vinogradov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #TD#
Vinogradov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Vinogradov trying to mount his opponent but Burnett defends it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1##SUB#
Vinogradov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vinogradov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Burnett is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #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.
Burnett keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #T3#
Vinogradov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Burnett does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura but Burnett is defending well.
Vinogradov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions.
Vinogradov thows a huge punch but Burnett dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but Burnett is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vinogradov to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinogradov scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4##SUB#
Burnett is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is looking to advance position but Burnett won't allow it. #SUB#
Vinogradov in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Burnett tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Vinogradov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SYN 1063 Stark vs Danger
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Narloch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vinogradov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vinogradov tries for a takedown but Narloch sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Narloch avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Narloch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov shoots and misses
and Narloch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vinogradov misses with a hook
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
A jab from Vinogradov misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Narloch throws a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head but Vinogradov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Narloch looks to throw the jab but Vinogradov is out of range.
Vinogradov digs a good hook to Narloch's body. #T1#
Vinogradov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Narloch in his tracks. #KD#
Narloch sends Vinogradov crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Narloch is motioning to the referee to let Vinogradov up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Narloch.
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Narloch walks into a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Narloch as he avoids it easily.
Leandro Narloch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
A slow jab from Narloch misses its intended target.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Narloch pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Narloch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Narloch swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Leandro Narloch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vinogradov shoots and misses
and Narloch counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Narloch misses with a looping left.
Narloch is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vinogradov connects with a nice looking jab.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Narloch's body.
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Vinogradov fails with a takedown attempt.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Narloch slips the punch.
Narloch seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Narloch counters with a nice right hand that sends Vinogradov toppling to the canvas! Vinogradov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Narloch finish him?!#T3#
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Narloch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Narloch is trying to defend but Vinogradov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Narloch is trying to escape back to his feet but Vinogradov uses the scramble to pass into side control. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Narloch has escaped the position, nice work there.
Narloch tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Narloch squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Narloch is bucking up trying to escape but Vinogradov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
You get the feeling that Narloch really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Vinogradov tries to control but Narloch wriggling away.
Vinogradov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Narloch is trying to stand up.#T4##ES#
Narloch bucks up and throws Vinogradov to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Narloch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Narloch avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Narloch sprawls well. Narloch wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Vinogradov gets slowly back to his feet.
Narloch throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Narloch takes one on the button.#TD2#
Vinogradov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES#
Narloch has one foot on Vinogradov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leandro Narloch dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Vinogradov connects with a jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vinogradov or perhaps it was just good defense by Narloch, which made it look bad.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Narloch.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a left hand
letting Narloch counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Vinogradov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Narloch looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov is putting a hurting on Narloch here, landing some big shots from side control.
Narloch is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Narloch trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vinogradov working the ground and pound.#T1#
Narloch is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Vinogradov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Vinogradov trying to control the position but Narloch is working away. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to get an arm triangle but Narloch is defending well.
Narloch is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Vinogradov is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Narloch wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Narloch prevents Vinogradov from moving into mount.
Narloch is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Narloch wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura but Narloch is defending well. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Narloch has escaped the position, nice work there.
Narloch wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB2#
Vinogradov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Narloch is not content to let Vinogradov control the position. #T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vinogradov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Narloch wants to get back to his feet but Vinogradov drags him back down.#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vinogradov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Narloch might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Narloch is trying to get back to his feet.
Narloch bucks up and tries to throw Vinogradov off but instead Vinogradov has got his back!
Vinogradov lands punches and elbows.
Narloch is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Narloch is defending well but eventually Vinogradov manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Narloch has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergey Vinogradov!
A victorious Sergey Vinogradov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 1058 Hlervu vs De Geno
Date: Feb 23, 2024

#R1#
Redd misses with a low kick.
Redd avoids the body shot from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot.
Redd fails to land the takedown.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses #TD#
so Redd counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Redd stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Redd defends well.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Redd defends it easily. #T1#
Redd scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Vinogradov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Vinogradov has his hands on Redd's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Redd defends well.
Redd might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Redd trying to control the position from guard on top but Vinogradov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Redd has picked Vinogradov up and slammed him! Vinogradov can't keep hold of the triangle and Redd manages to pass to side control!
Vinogradov struggling a bit here.
Vinogradov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Redd is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Vinogradov wants to hold on but Redd pushes him away.
Redd lands a nice shot to the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vinogradov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vinogradov manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Redd passes Vinogradov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Redd looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Vinogradov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Redd there.
Redd passes into side control, despite Vinogradov's attempt to control the position.
Vinogradov struggling a bit here.
Vinogradov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
We've been hearing that Redd has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Vinogradov tries to improve position but can't.
Redd working the head with strikes.
Redd is chipping away with strikes.
Vinogradov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T4#
Vinogradov is looking to reverse the position.
Vinogradov gets back to half guard.
Redd is keen to just control but Vinogradov is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Vinogradov is pressing down on Redd's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Redd doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Redd manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Redd works a leg free and moves into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Vinogradov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Redd escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Redd!
Vinogradov struggling a bit here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kodiyak Redd dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Vinogradov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Redd uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a shot from downtown. Redd moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Redd takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Redd avoids nicely.
Vinogradov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vinogradov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Redd on the side of the head.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Redd avoids the body shot from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Redd.
Redd was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vinogradov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Vinogradov there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Redd lands a nice shot that snaps Vinogradov's head back.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov lands with a straight right. Redd didn't see that one coming.
Redd fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Redd tries to move into range but Vinogradov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vinogradov lands with a nice body punch.
Redd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vinogradov misses with a double jab #TD#
and Redd counters with a shoot takedown. Vinogradov fights it but they end up in guard. #T2##SUB2#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Redd is aware though and is defending well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Redd landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Redd uses it to pass to side control.
Redd landing strikes.
Vinogradov tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Redd's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Redd! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Vinogradov has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Kodiyak Redd!
An out of breath Kodiyak Redd thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 1051 McCarthy vs Kamara
Date: Jan 28, 2024

#R1#
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vinogradov stuns Burnett with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Burnett counters with a right hand to the body.
Burnett misses with a hook to the body
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov stuns Burnett with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Burnett counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
We've been hearing reports that Vinogradov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Burnett misses with a looping right.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Burnett connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Burnett misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burnett was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
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!
Burnett displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab. #T1#
Burnett misses the jab.
Vinogradov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Burnett counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#KD2#
Burnett drops Vinogradov with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Vinogradov looks back up at him and smiles so Burnett waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Burnett uses good head movement to avoid it.
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!
Burnett misses with an uppercut
and Vinogradov counters with a nice body shot.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Burnett's head but Burnett sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Burnett! But no joy.
Vinogradov scores with a decent looking hook.
Burnett thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
Burnett walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Burnett darts in and clinches Vinogradov up against the cage.#T2#
Vinogradov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Burnett tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Burnett.
Burnett misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Burnett fails to land.
Burnett gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vinogradov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burnett lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Burnett prevents a takedown attempt there.
Burnett lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vinogradov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Burnett smiles and moves away.
Burnett throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses
and Burnett counters with a stiff right hand.
Vinogradov with a poor takedown #KD2#
and Burnett counters with a crisp right hand that drops Vinogradov! Burnett lets Vinogradov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Vinogradov is rocked!#T3#
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Oh Vinogradov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD#
Vinogradov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Burnett!
Vinogradov seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Vinogradov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vinogradov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Burnett is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vinogradov wants to control but Burnett is keeping him busy. #T4##SUB#
Vinogradov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vinogradov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
An elbow from Vinogradov crashes against the mat. #SUB#
Vinogradov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Burnett, who protects the arm well.
Vinogradov tries to move to full mount but Burnett actually manages to regain half guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be working for a kimura but Burnett defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working for a kimura but Burnett is defending it quite comfortably.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Khalil Burnett dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Burnett stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Burnett wants it to stay on the feet.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown
and Burnett counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Burnett misses the jab.
Jab, jab by Burnett - just one landing.
Vinogradov throws a combination that misses
enabling Burnett to counter with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Burnett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Burnett.
Vinogradov misses with a body punch #KD2#
and Burnett counters with a crisp right hand that drops Vinogradov! Burnett lets Vinogradov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Burnett clinches with his opponent.
A left hand lands to the body for Burnett. #T1#
Burnett struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinogradov controls his hands.
Burnett lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vinogradov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Burnett pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Burnett instigates a clinch.
Burnett can't find room to land a body shot as Vinogradov controls the action.
Burnett goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Burnett working aggressively here.
Burnett scores with a shoulder strike.
Burnett works on Vinogradov's body with a couple of short punches.
Burnett works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Burnett tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow.
Burnett scores with a shoulder strike.
Burnett tries to throw a body punch but Vinogradov avoids it by throwing Burnett back against the cage. #T2#
Burnett misses with a short punch on the inside.
Burnett lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vinogradov backwards.
Burnett goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Burnett lands a shoulder strike.
Burnett tries to throw a body punch but Vinogradov avoids it by throwing Burnett back against the cage.
Vinogradov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Burnett gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vinogradov blocks an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burnett lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vinogradov or not.
Burnett lands a nice shot to the body.
Vinogradov is looking for a takedown.
Burnett makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vinogradov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Burnett pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vinogradov lands a head shot.#T3#
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Burnett's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Vinogradov lands an overhand right.
Vinogradov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Burnett counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Vinogradov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Burnett regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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.
Vinogradov passes Burnett's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Vinogradov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Burnett reverses the position - he's now on top in Vinogradov's guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Burnett uses it to pass to side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burnett working away.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Vinogradov wants to control but Burnett postures up.
Vinogradov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Burnett's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Burnett really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinogradov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Khalil Burnett showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Burnett throws a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head but Vinogradov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burnett rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vinogradov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice uppercut there from Burnett.
Vinogradov walks into a straight right hand from Burnett.
Burnett looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Burnett now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Burnett displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
Burnett swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burnett throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov tries to counter with a takedown but Burnett is quick to defend against it.
Burnett moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Vinogradov or perhaps it was just good defense by Burnett, which made it look bad.
Burnett ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Burnett throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Vinogradov shoots and misses #KD2#
and Burnett counters with a nice right hand that sends Vinogradov toppling to the canvas! Vinogradov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Burnett finish him?!
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burnett moves away.
Burnett looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinogradov ducks into an uppercut from Burnett and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Khalil Burnett!

Event: SYN 1046 De Minaur v Takahashi
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Finlayson enables Vinogradov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Finlayson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Finlayson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vinogradov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Finlayson defends it easily. #SUB#
Vinogradov has his foot on Finlayson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Finlayson works his way back into a safe position though.
Finlayson controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Finlayson defends well.#T1#
Finlayson pushes down on Vinogradov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Finlayson is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.
Vinogradov manages to get to full guard.
Vinogradov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Finlayson defends well.
Finlayson content to stall in guard here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Finlayson looking to pass the guard.
Finlayson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Finlayson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Finlayson looking to pass the guard.
Finlayson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Finlayson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Finlayson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Finlayson avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Vinogradov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Finlayson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Vinogradov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Finlayson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Vinogradov. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here.
Finlayson trying to control but Vinogradov postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be working for a kimura but Finlayson defends the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Finlayson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov. #TD#
Vinogradov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to get an arm triangle but Finlayson is defending well. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vinogradov trying to control the position but Finlayson is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to get an arm triangle but Finlayson is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Vinogradov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Finlayson, who protects the arm well. #T1##SUB#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vinogradov wants to control but Finlayson is keeping him busy.
Sergey Vinogradov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vinogradov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB#
Vinogradov swings around for an armbar but Finlayson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Vinogradov's guard.#T2##SUB#
Vinogradov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Finlayson defends it easily.
Finlayson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Finlayson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Finlayson preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle here but Finlayson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T3#
Finlayson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Vinogradov can't do much from the bottom here.
Vinogradov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Finlayson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Vinogradov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Finlayson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vinogradov struggling a bit here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Vinogradov tries to buck Finlayson off but Finlayson is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Vinogradov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Finlayson thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Vinogradov swings for the body but Finlayson moves out of range.
Finlayson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Finlayson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vinogradov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Finlayson misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov with a nice cross.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vinogradov is defended easily by Finlayson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Finlayson can do to turn this around?#T1#
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Finlayson blocks a jab.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finlayson throws a body punch but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Torhte Finlayson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Finlayson was well out of range.
Finlayson throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot
and Finlayson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vinogradov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Finlayson counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Finlayson takes the fight into the clinch.
Finlayson struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinogradov controls his hands.
Finlayson misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow. #T2#
Finlayson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Finlayson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vinogradov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Finlayson.
Finlayson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow.
Finlayson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Finlayson working aggressively here.
Finlayson misses with a body punch.
Finlayson lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finlayson lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Finlayson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Finlayson swings wildly with an uppercut but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A left hand lands to the body for Finlayson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
A shot in the inside from Finlayson.
Finlayson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vinogradov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Finlayson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Finlayson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Finlayson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vinogradovs head.
Finlayson can't find room to land a body shot as Vinogradov controls the action.
Finlayson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Finlayson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vinogradov blocking some punches.
Finlayson scores with a shot to the side of Vinogradov's head.
A body shot lands from Finlayson.
Finlayson lands a body punch.
Finlayson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Finlayson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow.
Finlayson fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finlayson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinogradov controls his hands.
Finlayson lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Finlayson.
A short left from Finlayson.
Vinogradov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Finlayson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Finlayson tries a body shot but Vinogradov blocks it.
Finlayson misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson is leaning against Vinogradov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Finlayson lands a left hand.
Finlayson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Finlayson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Torhte Finlayson really dominated that round.
That's time! Vinogradov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Finlayson works Vinogradov's body with a nice hook.#CL2#
Finlayson closes the distance and clinches.
Vinogradov is looking to control Finlayson's arms but Finlayson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Vinogradov has his back to the cage.
Finlayson has a couple of punches blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
I was talking to Vinogradov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Vinogradov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Finlayson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vinogradov prevents a body shot from Finlayson.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Finlayson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Finlayson lands a shoulder strike.
Finlayson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow. #T1#
Nice body punch from Finlayson.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Finlayson lands with a light punch inside.
Finlayson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vinogradov blocks an uppercut.
Finlayson throws a punch but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Torhte Finlayson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vinogradov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Finlayson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finlayson looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
Finlayson misses the shot to the body.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finlayson missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov sets himself, and Finlayson steps forward looking for the clinch! Vinogradov avoids it this time.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Finlayson.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Finlayson.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Finlayson.#CL2#
Finlayson clinches.
Finlayson lands with a left to the head.
Finlayson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Finlayson scores with a hook to the body.
Finlayson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinogradov lands a body shot.
Finlayson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vinogradov is working for takedown but Finlayson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Finlayson working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Finlayson throws a punch but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Finlayson is pressed up against the cage. Vinogradov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Finlayson down to the mat. Finlayson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Finlayson misses with a hook.
Vinogradov with a jab.
Finlayson misses with a straight left.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut
and Vinogradov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Finlayson misses with a looping left.
Finlayson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinogradov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Torhte Finlayson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Finlayson as he jumps to the side.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy right hand. Finlayson should have avoided that one. #T4#
Finlayson throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov walks into a left hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Finlayson.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Finlayson counters with a lovely shot to the body.#KD2#
Finlayson feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Vinogradov sprawling to the canvas! Vinogradov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Finlayson finish him?! #ROC2#Vinogradov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Finlayson counters with a crisp right that sends Vinogradov to the canvas! Finlayson follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Torhte Finlayson!
Torhte Finlayson is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Torhte Finlayson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SYN 1041 Balin vs Sergey
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
Trollslayer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Trollslayer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Vinogradov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov with a hook.
Vinogradov misses with a hook #TD#
and Trollslayer counters with a nice double leg into side control. Vinogradov won't be happy with that.
Vinogradov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Trollslayer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vinogradov defending well though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trollslayer looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Vinogradov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Trollslayer working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Trollslayer sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vinogradov defending well though. #SUB2#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Vinogradov is looking to improve his position.
Vinogradov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Vinogradov.#T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Trollslayer frees his head nicely. Oh but Vinogradov has switched to an armbar! Trollslayer is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Sergey Vinogradov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SYN 1036 Danger vs McGuire
Date: Nov 26, 2023

#R1#
Tarver swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tarver swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tarver tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinogradov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vinogradov throws out a powerful jab.
Vinogradov's coach down at St Petersburg MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Vinogradov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Tarver blocks it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Tarver does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tarver takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tarver throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Tarver.
Tarver wants to clinch.#T1#
Tarver tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vinogradov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tarver doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tarver throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov tests Tarver's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Tarver's shoulder, as Tarver tries to avoid the shot.
Decent striking displayed by Vinogradov there.
Tarver swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Tarver throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good standup being displayed there by Tarver as he connects with a hook.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tarver checks a leg kick.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that Tarver ducks under and follows up with a left that Tarver also avoids with ease.
As Vinogradov tries to get set, Tarver tries to push him back and clinch up but Vinogradov manages to avoid the attempt.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tarver throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot that sends Tarver's belly button to the back.
Vinogradov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Tarver.
It looked like Tarver wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tarver takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tarver is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Vinogradov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Vinogradov thuds his right hand into Tarver's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tarver misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tarver takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tarver moves away.
Tarver slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Tarver.
Vinogradov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tarver gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vinogradov.
Tarver on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tarver lands a jab.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Tarver wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T3##CL#
Tarver closes the distance and pushes Vinogradov back into the cage.
Tarver prevents a body shot from Vinogradov.
Tarver jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vinogradov walks away with a smile on his face. Tarver gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tarver slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Tarver throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Tarver clinches up against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Tarver.
Tarver lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tarver lands with a light punch inside.
Tarver swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tarver tries to pull guard but Vinogradov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tarver fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Antonio Tarver. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vinogradov blocks a body shot from Tarver.
Tarver misses with a punch on the inside.
Tarver misses with a punch to the body.
Tarver tries to work over Vinogradov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4##BC2#
Vinogradov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tarver keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinogradov.
Tarver is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Vinogradov tests Tarver's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice body punch from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tarver is just out of range.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Vinogradov!
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tarver manages to avoid it.
Tarver throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Tarver has closed the distance and engaged Vinogradov in a clinch.
Tarver lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tarver working aggressively here.
Vinogradov wants to break free but Tarver has control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vinogradov scores with the left hand. Tarver knows he should have avoided that one.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Tarver moved out of range.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tarver takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tarver swings for the body but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Vinogradov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tarver sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Tarver.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Tarver avoids it easily.
Vinogradov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination. Tarver sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tarver is just out of range.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tarver slips under a jab.
Tarver tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vinogradov manages to circle out of the way.
Tarver avoids the body shot from Vinogradov.
Tarver keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinogradov.#T1#
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Tarver swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tarver tries to clinch but Vinogradov moves away
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tarver manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov tests Tarver's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tarver takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tarver keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov lands a jab to the head.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Tarver moves out of range.
Tarver is looking to counter the offense by Vinogradov and move into the clinch.
Tarver closes the distance looking to clinch
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tarver looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Vinogradov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tarver counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tarver slips under a jab from Vinogradov.#T2#
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tarver takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Vinogradov scores with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Tarver moved out of range.
Vinogradov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Vinogradov.
Tarver takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Tarver wants to clinch but Vinogradov slips to the side
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vinogradov lands with a straight right. Tarver didn't see that one coming.
Tarver moves to clinch but Vinogradov breaks away
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand.
Vinogradov scores with a shot to the body.
Tarver tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Vinogradov takes a swing at Tarver's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tarver.
Vinogradov throws a series of strikes that have Tarver backpedaling.
Tarver gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Tarver avoids nicely.
Tarver is looking to clinch.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tarver manages to avoid it.
Tarver tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vinogradov manages to circle out of the way.
Tarver tries to clinch up but Vinogradov circles away and keeps his distance.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
Vinogradov digs a good body shot into Tarver's ribs.#T4#
Vinogradov swats away the attempt to clinch by Tarver.
Tarver takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vinogradov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vinogradov, as that shot connected.
Tarver uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Tarver is looking to counter the offense by Vinogradov and move into the clinch.
Tarver misses with a lunging right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Tarver throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Tarver checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tarver seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tarver is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vinogradov lands a two punch combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tarver on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vinogradov wants to land a leg kick but Tarver is out of range.
Tarver takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tarver tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinogradov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vinogradov misses with the combination.
A cross from Tarver lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tarvers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Tarver moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Tarver tries to counter by clinching up but Vinogradov breaks away and moves out of range.
Jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tarver.
Tarver is looking to counter the offense by Vinogradov and move into the clinch.
Tarver uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Tarver connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Vinogradov momentarily.
Tarver takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tarver throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tarver moves to clinch but Vinogradov breaks away
and Vinogradov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tarver.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Tarver avoids it easily.
Vinogradov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Tarver tries to clinch up
and Vinogradov counters with a right hand to the body.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tarver.
Tarver avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tarver takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tarver slips a straight right by Vinogradov.
A jab from Tarver misses.
Vinogradov digs a good hook to Tarver's body.
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tarver. Tarver circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Tarver displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
Tarver is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Tarver ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Tarver has Vinogradov up against the cage in a clinch.
Good body shot from Vinogradov.
Tarver jumps guard but Vinogradov stands there with Tarver around his waist. Tarver gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tarver lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vinogradov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tarver struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinogradov controls his hands.
Tarver tries to throw a body punch but Vinogradov avoids it by throwing Tarver back against the cage.
Tarver lands a hook that snaps the head of Vinogradov backwards.
Vinogradov prevents a body shot from Tarver.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tarver working aggressively here. #T4#
Vinogradov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tarver swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tarver struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinogradov controls his hands.
Tarver doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tarver misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tarver tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow.
Tarver misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Vinogradov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tarver gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a nice shot to the body.
Tarver throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tarver takes a jab right on the kisser.
Antonio Tarver has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Tarver.
Vinogradov unleashes a big counter combination but Tarver bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Vinogradov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 26:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 1027 DeMinaur vs Takahashi
Date: Oct 27, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov throws a right hand that Finlayson ducks under and follows up with a left that Finlayson also avoids with ease.
Finlayson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Finlayson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab from Finlayson.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finlayson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
Nice uppercut there from Vinogradov.
Finlayson scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Finlayson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Finlayson throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a body shot that misses #CL2#
and Finlayson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Finlayson throws a head punch that misses.
Finlayson keeps control of Vinogradov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Vinogradov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Finlayson avoids nicely.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Finlayson misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov looks to throw the jab but Finlayson is out of range.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Finlayson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Finlayson.
Vinogradov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Finlayson lands a body punch.
Vinogradov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Finlayson pulls his leg out and moves away.
A jab lands there for Vinogradov.#T2#
Finlayson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vinogradov.
A jab lands there for Vinogradov.
Finlayson misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Finlayson sprawls and moves away.
Vinogradov jabs Finlayson right on the nose. Finlayson blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Finlayson gets a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Finlayson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov tries to throw a body punch but Finlayson avoids it by throwing Vinogradov back against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Vinogradov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
I was talking to Vinogradov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Vinogradov prevents a body shot from Finlayson.
Vinogradov blocks a body shot from Finlayson.
Finlayson works on Vinogradov's body with a couple of short punches.
Finlayson throws a punch but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Finlayson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Finlayson misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Vinogradov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Vinogradov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Vinogradov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Vinogradov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Finlayson ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Finlayson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finlayson looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Finlayson swings for the body but Vinogradov moves out of range.
As Finlayson looks to move away, Vinogradov throws a big counter combo but Finlayson just gets out of the way.
Finlayson misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
Vinogradov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Finlayson pinned against the cage. Finlayson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
A combination from Vinogradov does no damage.
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a takedown but Finlayson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Vinogradov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Finlayson throws a body shot but no joy.
Finlayson dodges the punch combination from Vinogradov.
Finlayson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Finlayson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Vinogradov rather than just go for the knockout.
Vinogradov lands a lovely overhand right.
Vinogradov fails to land with a series of punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Finlayson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vinogradov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Finlayson ducked under it nicely.
Vinogradov stuns Finlayson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Finlayson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
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 Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Finlayson.
Finlayson slips under a jab.
Finlayson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finlayson avoids the body shot from Vinogradov.
Decent striking displayed by Vinogradov there.
Finlayson staying out of range there.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Finlayson.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov misses with a double jab.
Finlayson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Finlayson is looking to clinch.
Finlayson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Finlayson throws a body shot but no joy.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinogradov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finlayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A telegraphed right hand from Finlayson misses the target.
Vinogradov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Finlayson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Finlayson.
Finlayson tries to throw a body punch but Vinogradov avoids it by throwing Finlayson back against the cage.
Finlayson scores with a shot to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Finlayson misses with a punch to the body.
A hook to the body from Vinogradov.
Finlayson misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson pushes Vinogradov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Finlayson tries a body shot but Vinogradov blocks it.
Finlayson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vinogradov backwards. #T2#
Finlayson keeps control of Vinogradov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Finlayson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Finlayson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vinogradov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Vinogradov is trying to drag Finlayson to the mat but Finlayson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Vinogradov breaks the clinch.
Vinogradov digs a good body shot into Finlayson's ribs.
Vinogradov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finlayson misses with a body shot.
Sergey Vinogradov is winning the standup battle so far.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here. #T3#
Finlayson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Finlayson tries to clinch up.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Finlayson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov walks into a stiff left hand from Finlayson.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Finlayson.
Finlayson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Vinogradov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Vinogradov working away.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Finlayson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Finlayson holding on.#SUB#
Vinogradov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Finlayson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Vinogradov but great work by Finlayson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinogradov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Finlayson is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Vinogradov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Vinogradov is trying to control but can't.
Finlayson prevents Vinogradov from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Torhte Finlayson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Finlayson stuffs the takedown.
Vinogradov throws a low kick but Finlayson moves out of range easily.
Finlayson wants to counter with a clinch but Vinogradov pushes him away.
Vinogradov moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finlayson throws out the jab.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Finlayson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Finlayson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Vinogradov with a body shot.
Finlayson scores with a hook to the body. Vinogradov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
Finlayson throws out a counter right but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
Finlayson connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vinogradov lands with an uppercut that bounces Finlayson off the cage and back into range.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov lands a slapping body shot. #T1#
Finlayson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vinogradov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Finlayson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vinogradov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Finlayson throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Finlayson clobbers Vinogradov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Finlayson was well out of range.
Finlayson connects with a crisp jab.
Finlayson cracks Vinogradov with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Vinogradov tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Finlayson pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Vinogradov is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Torhte Finlayson!
Torhte Finlayson is the new super heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Torhte Finlayson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SYN 1022 Torhte vs Vinogradov
Date: Oct 01, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Finlayson counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov connects with a single shot there.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
Nice straight punches there by Vinogradov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vinogradov.
Jab from Vinogradov.
Finlayson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Vinogradov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Finlayson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Vinogradov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Finlayson's head.
Finlayson misses with a straight left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Finlayson thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Finlayson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot that sends Finlayson's belly button to the back.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finlayson. Vinogradov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Finlayson thuds a left hand into Vinogradov's body.
Vinogradov connects with a looping right hand.
Finlayson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Vinogradov lands with a shot to the body.
Finlayson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vinogradov tries to land a leg kick but Finlayson saw it coming and moves away.
Finlayson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Finlayson.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Finlayson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vinogradov's coach down at St Petersburg MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Vinogradov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Vinogradov takes one on the button.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Finlayson counters with a left to the body. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Finlayson lands an overhand right.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Finlayson's body.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Finlayson at a distance.
Finlayson digs a good body shot into Vinogradov's ribs.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Finlayson.
Vinogradov tries a quick counter leg kick but Finlayson is wise to it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Finlayson.
Finlayson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Finlayson misses with a body shot
letting Vinogradov counter with a right hand.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Finlayson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Vinogradov lands with a hook. Finlayson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finlayson sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Finlayson takes one on the button.
Finlayson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vinogradov looks to land a left hand but Finlayson moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Finlayson.
A quick step to the side and Finlayson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finlayson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Finlayson looks to throw the jab but Vinogradov is out of range.
Finlayson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinogradov throws a lazy uppercut
and Finlayson counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finlayson.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Finlayson counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Finlayson back to the cage. Vinogradov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T4#
Finlayson clobbers Vinogradov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finlayson ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Finlayson throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov jabs Finlayson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Finlayson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vinogradov.
Finlayson lands a glancing blow to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Finlayson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Finlayson avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov throws a shot from downtown. Finlayson moves away and avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vinogradov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Vinogradov lands a slapping body shot.
Vinogradov misses with a hook
and Finlayson counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Finlayson.
Finlayson lands a slapping body shot.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Finlayson is just out of range.
Vinogradov drops his hands momentarily and Finlayson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jab, jab by Finlayson - just one landing.
Finlayson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Finlayson misses with a hook
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finlayson misses with a looping left.
Finlayson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Finlayson.
Torhte Finlayson is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Finlayson loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
A big left from Finlayson misses.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Finlayson was well out of range.
Finlayson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov lands a nice shot that snaps Finlayson's head back.
Finlayson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
Vinogradov misses with a hook to the body
enabling Finlayson to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Finlayson.
A counter left hand to the body from Finlayson misses its target.
Vinogradov misses with a lunging right hand
and Finlayson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vinogradov thinking.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Finlayson slips the punch.#T2#
A lazy left from Finlayson finds it's target.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finlayson misses with a looping right.
Finlayson throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Finlayson loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Finlayson moves away.
Finlayson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
Finlayson throws an off balance right hand
and Vinogradov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Finlayson.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Finlayson.
Vinogradov throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Finlayson to counter with a crisp jab.
Finlayson walks into a left hand.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut
and Vinogradov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Finlayson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Finlayson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A jab from Vinogradov misses.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Finlayson.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Finlayson.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Finlayson.
Vinogradov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Finlayson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finlayson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T4#
Nice uppercut lands for Vinogradov. That snapped Finlayson's head back.
Finlayson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vinogradov cracks Finlayson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Vinogradov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinogradov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Finlayson's body.
Finlayson throws a shot to the body.
Vinogradov cracks Finlayson with a good jab.
Finlayson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Finlayson slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
A punch combination from Vinogradov misses.
Finlayson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
A big left from Finlayson misses.
Finlayson throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Vinogradov counter with a right hand.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Finlayson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Finlayson moves away.
Vinogradov tries to bum rush Finlayson with a series of wild strikes but Finlayson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov scores with a hook.
Vinogradov lands a slapping body shot.
A shot to the body from Vinogradov misses
and Finlayson counters with a stiff right hand.
Finlayson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Vinogradov misses the jab.#T1#
Vinogradov misses the body punch
and Finlayson counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Finlayson throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Finlayson misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vinogradov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Vinogradov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vinogradov throws a combination that misses
and Finlayson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot that sends Finlayson's belly button to the back.
Finlayson throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot
and Finlayson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Finlayson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Finlayson.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Finlayson's ribcage but misses.
Finlayson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
An attempted straight right counter from Finlayson misses the target.
Finlayson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Finlayson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Finlayson.
No joy there for Vinogradov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Finlayson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Finlayson strikes.
Vinogradov scores with a nice head shot.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finlayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Finlayson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Vinogradov misses with a double jab
and Finlayson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Finlayson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Finlayson slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Finlayson moves forwards but Vinogradov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Vinogradov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Finlayson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Finlayson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Despite the aggression on Vinogradov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Vinogradov scores with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut.
Finlayson loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finlayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Finlayson misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Finlayson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Finlayson counters with a nice body shot.
Vinogradov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Finlayson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov throws a shot from downtown. Finlayson moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Finlayson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Finlayson swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Finlayson.
Finlayson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Finlayson thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Finlayson's body.
Vinogradov fails to land with a series of punches.
Finlayson thuds a left hand into Vinogradov's body.
Vinogradov throws a leg kick but Finlayson checks it. #T1#
Vinogradov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Finlayson's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Finlayson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Finlayson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vinogradov throws a lazy uppercut
and Finlayson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vinogradov swings widly with a right hand
and Finlayson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vinogradov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Finlayson.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Finlayson.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Finlayson moved out of range.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
letting Finlayson counter with a right hand.
Finlayson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Vinogradov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Finlayson counters with a stiff right hand.
Finlayson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vinogradov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vinogradov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Finlayson.
Finlayson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Finlayson was well out of range.
Finlayson throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Finlayson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Finlayson staying out of range there.
Vinogradov lands with an uppercut that bounces Finlayson off the cage and back into range.
Finlayson looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Finlayson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.#T3#
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Finlayson throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Vinogradov with a hook.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Finlayson.
Finlayson misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov scores with a nice right hand.
Finlayson misses with a looping left.
A jab from Finlayson misses.
Some wild striking there from Vinogradov.
Finlayson connects with a nice looking jab. #T4#
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Finlayson moves away.
Finlayson throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Finlayson's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Finlayson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Finlayson misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finlayson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov lands a nice hook to Finlayson's body. Finlayson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Finlayson throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Finlayson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Finlayson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Finlayson looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinogradov is just out of range.
Finlayson takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vinogradov! But no joy.
Vinogradov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Finlayson was well out of range.
Finlayson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vinogradov misses with a lunging right hand
and Finlayson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Finlayson avoids the body shot from Vinogradov.
Finlayson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Finlayson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Vinogradov lands the left hand.
Finlayson slips under a jab.#T1#
Vinogradov throws a right hand that Finlayson ducks under and follows up with a left that Finlayson also avoids with ease.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finlayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vinogradov works Finlayson's body with a nice hook.
Finlayson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finlayson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finlayson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson just misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Finlayson misses the target.#T2#
Finlayson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jab from Finlayson.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Finlayson checks a leg kick.
Vinogradov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finlayson.
Vinogradov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice uppercut there from Finlayson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finlayson just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Vinogradov defending well as Finlayson loads up on a big left hand.
Finlayson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Vinogradov. Vinogradov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Finlayson misses with a hook. Vinogradov ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov lands with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Finlayson.
Finlayson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Finlayson.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Vinogradov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Finlayson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Finlayson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vinogradov finds it's way round the side to connect with Finlayson's head.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov scores with a punch to the head.
Vinogradov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Finlayson momentarily.
Finlayson lands with a straight right. Vinogradov didn't see that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Finlayson walks into a straight right hand from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Finlayson lands a nice shot that snaps Vinogradov's head back.
Torhte Finlayson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergey Vinogradov.
Well Vinogradov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 45:50

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

Event: SYN 1018 Torhte vs Short
Date: Sep 15, 2023

#R1#
Green takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
And Green tries to counter it with a takedown but Vinogradov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Green was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
And Green tries to counter it with a takedown but Vinogradov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Green tries to move into range but Vinogradov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vinogradov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've been informed that Green has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Vinogradov lands with a nice body punch.
Vinogradov scores with a hook to the body. Green takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green throws an off balance right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Green.
A punch combination from Green misses. #T1#
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Green is just out of range.
Green missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov punishes Green's body with a nice straight punch.
Green misses with a looping left.
It looked like Vinogradov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Green.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Green.
Vinogradov is looking to wear down Green with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Vinogradov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sergey Vinogradov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Green looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Green avoids the punch easily.
Green rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Green throws a series of punches but Vinogradov avoids them all with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Green avoids nicely.
Vinogradov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Green throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Vinogradov swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T2#
Green misses with a left hand
and Green takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Green needs to keep his hands up - Vinogradov had a free shot at his head there.
Vinogradov connects with the punch.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Green's body.
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Green.
Green connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Green looks to land a combination but Vinogradov avoids it well.
Vinogradov connects with the punch.
Green avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Green's shoulder, as Green tries to avoid the shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Green.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Nice straight punches there by Vinogradov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vinogradov.
Green takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vinogradov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Green bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Green with the counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Green manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Green was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Green moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
It looks like Vinogradov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Green is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.#TD#
Vinogradov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Green with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4##SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be working for a kimura but Green defends the submission attempt.
Vinogradov is keen to just control but Green is a slippery customer.
Green won't allow Vinogradov to pass to mount.
Green wants to improve his position but Vinogradov is controlling well. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Green is just riding it out for now. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Green throws a series of punches but Vinogradov avoids them all with ease.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Green swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Green takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov tests Green's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Green loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
No joy there for Vinogradov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vinogradov works the jab nicely.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Green ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Green throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a three punch combo that has Green backing up. Green nods at Vinogradov to acknowledge the strikes.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Green takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#ROC#Green is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Green takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Green is still on wobbly legs! Can Vinogradov finish him?#T1#
Green throws a right and a left that both miss.
Green seems to have recovered his senses.
Green shoots for a double leg takedown but Vinogradov sprawls well. He's pushed Green's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Green can do to turn this around?
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Greens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Green misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Green thinking.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Green is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov is winning the standup battle so far.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Green moves away.
Vinogradov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Green's head.
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T2#
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Green.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Green might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Green throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Green moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vinogradov, as that shot connected.
Vinogradov connects with a jab.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Green.
Vinogradov stuns Green with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Green walks into a straight right hand from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov thuds his right hand into Green's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Green with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Green's head backwards.#TD2#
Green looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T3#
Green wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving.
Vinogradov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Vinogradov is trying to control the position but Green postures up.
Vinogradov wants to sweep here but Green controlling him for the moment.
Green passes Vinogradov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Vinogradov pushes Green off looking to stand but Green dives back in and keeps control.
Vinogradov gets full guard.
Green wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.
Green is still trying to improve position.#T4##SUB#
Vinogradov has his foot on Green's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Green works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Green got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vinogradov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Green has managed to get both his arms back between Vinogradov's legs - danger averted.
Vinogradov wants to sweep but no luck.
Green trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Green defends easily. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vinogradov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Green stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Green.
Vinogradov scores with a nice strike.
Vinogradov throws a shot to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Green thows a left - swing and a miss!
Green has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Green throws out the jab.
Vinogradov misses with a leg kick
letting Green counter with a right hand.
Vinogradov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Green moves away.
Green feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green shoots in for a takedown but Vinogradov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Vinogradov lands a jab-cross combination.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Green's head but Green sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Green walks into a left hand. #T1#
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Green throws out the jab. #TD2#
Green closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Green trying to control from half guard but Vinogradov is working away.
Green is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.
Vinogradov won't allow Green to pass to mount.
Vinogradov gets full guard.
Green won't allow Vinogradov to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Green defends well.#SUB#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Green defends it easily.
Green tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Green stopping the sweep attempt from Vinogradov.
Green tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard.
Vinogradov 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.
Vinogradov wants to stand but Green is controlling the position. #SUB#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Green looking to pass the guard.
Green keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Green defends well.
Green trying to control but Vinogradov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Vinogradov is looking to stand up but Green isn't so interested in that idea.
Green pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vinogradov is keeping the position for now.
Vinogradov working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
Green swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Green.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Green misses with a few strikes there.
Green misses with a takedown
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Green takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov cracks Green with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Green walks into a left hand.
Vinogradov lands a jab-cross combination.
Vinogradov cracks Green with a right hand to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Green misses the target.
Nice shot lands for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ed Green has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vinogradov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Green on the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vinogradov 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SYN 1014 Kilo vs Drax
Date: Sep 01, 2023

#R1#
Greene takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov lands with a hook. Greene tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Greene takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Greene throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
Nice takedown defense from Greene. No joy for Vinogradov on that attempt.
Vinogradov misses with a hook to the body
and Greene counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot.
Donk. Vinogradov catches Greene right on the button with a cross.
Greene feints a jab promting Vinogradov to slip. Greene then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Vinogradov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinogradov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Greene.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Greene avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vinogradov lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Vinogradov takes a swing at Greene's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov lands with an uppercut that bounces Greene off the cage and back into range.
Vinogradov connects with a nice looking jab.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Greene moves away.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Greene on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Vinogradov lands a two punch combo.
Vinogradov throws a body shot but no joy.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Greene doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A slow jab from Vinogradov misses its intended target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Greene takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Vinogradov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Greene rather than just go for the knockout.#T2#
Greene throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vinogradov scores with the left hand. Greene knows he should have avoided that one. #TD2#
Vinogradov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Greene's guard.
Greene trying to keep a closed guard but Vinogradov is proving a slippery customer.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Greene keeps moving.
Vinogradov wants to stand but Greene has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Greene keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinogradov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Greene throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Vinogradov escapes and throws Greene's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Vinogradov wants to control but Greene is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Greene, who protects the arm well.
Vinogradov wants to control but Greene is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Greene is looking for a sweep.
Greene sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Vinogradov is trying to control the action in half guard but Greene is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Greene's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Greene has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vinogradov wants to take a breather but Greene is having none of it.
Greene is trying to maintain the position but Vinogradov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Greene looking for submissions off his back.
Vinogradov trying to control the action but Greene is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Vinogradov scores with a decent looking hook.
Greene looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good exchange - Vinogradov coming out on top.
Vinogradov tries to bum rush Greene with a series of wild strikes but Greene uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vinogradov scores with a three punch combo!
Greene blocks a low kick nicely.
Greene throws a series of punches but Vinogradov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greene on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vinogradov.
Greene misses with a double jab
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Vinogradov lands a jab to the nose.
Nice straight punches there by Vinogradov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vinogradov.
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheers as Vinogradov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Greene doesn't seem phased though.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Greene moves out of range.
It looked like Greene was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Vinogradov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Greene takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Greene thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinogradov lands with a nice combination. Greene backs away looking to recover.
Greene tries to bum rush Vinogradov with a series of wild strikes but Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Greene looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov catches Greene with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Greene waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Despite the aggression on Vinogradov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2#
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Vinogradov digs a good hook to Greene's body.
Vinogradov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Red Greene is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vinogradov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Greene takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vinogradov scores with the left hand. Greene knows he should have avoided that one.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov lands with a straight right. Greene didn't see that one coming.
Vinogradov digs a good body shot into Greene's ribs.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Greene misses with a lunging right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vinogradov cracks a nice hook into Greene's ribs.#T3#
Donk. Vinogradov catches Greene right on the button with a cross.
Vinogradov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Greene moves away.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Greene avoids nicely.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Greene misses with a looping left.
Good standup being displayed there by Vinogradov as he connects with a hook.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Greene seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Greene misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
A counter left hand to the body from Greene misses its target.#T4#
Vinogradov scores with a hook to the body. Greene takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vinogradov lands a body shot.
Vinogradov throws a body shot but no joy.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Greene walks into a jab.
Greene misses with a jab, cross combination.
Vinogradov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Greene takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Greene is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Vinogradov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Greene takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Greene misses with a jab, cross combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab from Vinogradov does it's job there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Greene's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Good exchange - Vinogradov coming out on top.
Vinogradov lands a jab to the nose.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Greene was well out of range.
Vinogradov's corner calls for a 1-2. Vinogradov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov connects with a single shot there.
Greene falls off balance throwing a combination
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greene looks to land a combination but Vinogradov avoids it well.
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Vinogradov with a jab.#T1#
Greene is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
A combination from Vinogradov does no damage.
It looked like Greene wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov tests Greene's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vinogradov connects with a single shot there.
A left lands for Vinogradov.
Greene takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice shot by Vinogradov.
Greene ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Greene is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Greene does a little dance to reset his feet.
Greene throws a big counter combination but Vinogradov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Some wild striking there from Greene. #T2#
Vinogradov lands a right hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov jabs Greene to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination but Greene avoids it well.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Greene on the side of the head.
Vinogradov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Greene strikes.
Greene looks to land a combination but Vinogradov avoids it well.
Greene throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov sizes up Greene with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Greene throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov scores with the left hand. Greene knows he should have avoided that one.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot that sends Greene's belly button to the back.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
The fighters circling - Greene throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vinogradov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vinogradov.
Greene checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Greene takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T4#
Vinogradov cracks a nice hook into Greene's ribs.
A punch combination from Greene misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Greene on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Greene.
Greene's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Vinogradov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Greene scrambles back to his feet.
Vinogradov scores with a jab.
Vinogradov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov connects with a nice looking jab.
Vinogradov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Greene missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vinogradov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 1006 Vice vs Dooms
Date: Jul 28, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dinklage takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dinklage needs to keep his hands up - Vinogradov had a free shot at his head there.
Dinklage misses with a right hand
and Dinklage takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dinklage.
Vinogradov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dinklage on the side of the head.
Vinogradov lands a nice shot to the body.
Vinogradov catches Dinklage with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dinklage misses with a body kick.
Dinklage misses with a straight right.
Nice shot lands for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Vinogradov is looking to score with low kicks.
Dinklage will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dinklage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
A big right from Dinklage misses.
Vinogradov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vinogradov avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Vinogradov scores with a hook to the body. Dinklage takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dinklage on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vinogradov lands a jab.
Vinogradov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Dinklage is just out of range.
Dinklage on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Vinogradov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dinklage doesn't seem bothered though.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dinklage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov connects with a single shot there.
Vinogradov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dinklage throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dinklage scores with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dinklage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vinogradov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Vinogradov lands a glancing blow to the side of Dinklage's head.#T2#
Dinklage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vinogradov to score with a decent uppercut.
Dinklage looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Vinogradov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
An inside leg kick from Dinklage misses.
Dinklage looks to land a combination but Vinogradov avoids it well.
Dinklage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice shot by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dinklage definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vinogradov scores with a jab.
Dinklage misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vinogradov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Dinklage walks into a straight right hand from Vinogradov.
Dinklage misses with a combination
and Vinogradov counters with a three punch combo that has Dinklage backing up. Dinklage nods at Vinogradov to acknowledge the strikes.
Dinklage gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A shot to the body from Dinklage misses
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Dinklage misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dinklage on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dinklage moves away.
Dinklage looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dan Dinklage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dinklage looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
Vinogradov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dinklage under the eye.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov throws out a powerful jab.
Dinklage misses with a two punch combination.
Dinklage takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinogradov lands a slapping body shot.
Vinogradov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC2#Dinklage is rocked!
Dinklage misses with a series of wild punches.
Vinogradov slips a jab and a cross from Dinklage. #T4#
A swing and a miss from Dinklage.
Dinklage looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dinklage fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dinklage takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice shot lands for Vinogradov.
Dinklage throws a leg kick
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vinogradov misses with a wild combination.
Vinogradov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that Dinklage ducks under and follows up with a left that Dinklage also avoids with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Dinklage on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dinklage connects with a single shot there.
Dinklage throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Dinklage avoids nicely.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Dinklage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dinklage swinging wildly here.
Some bone on bone action there as Vinogradov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dinklage fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Vinogradov lands a right hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vinogradov, as that shot connected.
Dinklage tries to bum rush Vinogradov with a series of wild strikes but Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice shot lands for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Dinklage.
Vinogradov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A low kick from Dinklage misses #TD2#
and Vinogradov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dinklage's guard.
Vinogradov trying to control but Dinklage is working from the bottom.
Dinklage keeping full guard, as Vinogradov tries to pass.
Dinklage looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Dinklage keeps moving. #T1#
Dinklage keeping full guard, as Vinogradov tries to pass.
Dinklage wants to sweep but no luck.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Vinogradov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Vinogradov trying to control but Dinklage is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vinogradov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vinogradov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dinklage stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Dinklage misses its intended target. #T2#
Dinklage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Vinogradov lands with a cross.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vinogradov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vinogradov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dinklage momentarily.
Dinklage misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dinklage.
Dinklage misses with an uppercut.
Dinklage throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Vinogradov. That snapped Dinklage's head back.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Dinklage moves out of range.
Vinogradov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dinklage circles away quickly and effectively.
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!
Vinogradov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dinklage on the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov tests Dinklage's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vinogradov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dinklage misses with a jab, cross combination.
Vinogradov works the jab nicely.#T3#
Dinklage is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Vinogradov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dinklage keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dinklage rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Vinogradov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dinklage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vinogradov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vinogradov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Oh Dinklage is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vinogradov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Vinogradov scores with the left hand. Dinklage knows he should have avoided that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov steps in with a hook that catches Dinklage right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Vinogradov follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Dinklage looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 990 Joad vs Morrison
Date: Jun 06, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trollslayer.
Vinogradov misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and Trollslayer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Vinogradov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trollslayer pulls his head out easily.
Vinogradov trying to control from the bottom.
Trollslayer winds up and cracks Vinogradov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vinogradov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Trollslayer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Vinogradov is trying is best to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov wants to improve his position but Trollslayer is controlling well.
Trollslayer working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Trollslayer winds up and cracks Vinogradov with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trollslayer pulls his head out easily.
Trollslayer is nestled in close to Vinogradov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Trollslayer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Trollslayer lands a nice short elbow.
Trollslayer looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Vinogradov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Trollslayer scores with a big shot! Vinogradov's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Vinogradov! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balin Trollslayer!

Event: SYN 981 Balin vs. Finlayson
Date: May 03, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Khalil Burnett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burnett misses with a straight left.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Burnett takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Burnett tries to move into range but Vinogradov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Burnett strikes.
Burnett throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Burnett throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov throwing a counter right hand but Burnett manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Burnett.
Nice defenses there by Burnett.
It seemed like Burnett was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vinogradov moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Burnett.
Burnett throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov lands a nice hook to Burnett's body. Burnett takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burnett throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Burnett moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
A punch combination from Vinogradov misses.
Burnett now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Burnett.
Burnett takes one on the button.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Burnett avoids it easily.
Vinogradov scores with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Burnett looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Burnett works Vinogradov's body with a nice hook.
Burnett tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Burnett.
Vinogradov throwing a counter right hand but Burnett manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Burnett ducks down to avoid it.
Burnett throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinogradov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burnett uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Burnett throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
enabling Burnett to counter with a crisp jab.
Burnett misses with a hook. Vinogradov ducked under it nicely.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.#T2#
Burnett throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burnett looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
A big left from Burnett misses.
Burnett throws a lazy uppercut
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Burnett is just out of range.
Vinogradov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Burnett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Burnett might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Burnett stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vinogradov lands a glancing blow to the side of Burnett's head.
Burnett ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Burnett ducked under it nicely.
Burnett cracks Vinogradov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Burnett throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Burnett thuds a left hand into Vinogradov's body.#T3#
Burnett misses with a body punch
and Vinogradov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Burnett uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
A jab from Burnett misses.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Burnett lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Vinogradov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Burnett connects with a body shot.
Burnett connects with the punch.
Vinogradov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Burnett looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burnett misses the jab.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Burnett.
Vinogradov throws a combination. Burnett tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Burnett slips under a jab.
Burnett missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Nice shot by Vinogradov.
Burnett connects with a nice looking jab.
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Vinogradov defending well as Burnett loads up on a big left hand.
Vinogradov with a jab.
Burnett is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
Burnett looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burnett throws out the jab.
A quick step to the side and Vinogradov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - Burnett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big right from Burnett misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vinogradov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A slow jab from Burnett misses its intended target.
Vinogradov takes one to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vinogradov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Burnett bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Burnett throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Burnett takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Burnett throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.
Burnett lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vinogradov at a distance.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Burnett drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Burnett throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vinogradov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Burnett rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov counters with a series of strikes. Burnett will be more careful next time no doubt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burnett walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
Burnett avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Burnett throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinogradov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sergey Vinogradov is winning the standup battle so far.
Burnett misses with a straight left.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Burnett! But no joy.
Vinogradov swings widly with a right hand
and Burnett cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Burnett looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinogradov is just out of range.
Vinogradov lands with an uppercut that bounces Burnett off the cage and back into range.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Burnett manages to avoid it.
Burnett slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Burnett fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot that sends Burnett's belly button to the back.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Burnett lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Vinogradov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Burnett throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Burnett was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Burnett can do to turn this around?#T2#
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burnett throws out the jab.
Burnett is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Burnett misses the target.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Burnett.
Vinogradov is looking to counter punch.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Vinogradov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Burnett.
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Burnett. Burnett circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Burnett throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burnett staying out of range there.
Burnett looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Burnett looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Burnett looks to throw the jab but Vinogradov is out of range.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Burnett slips the punch.
Vinogradov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Burnett throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Burnett takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Burnett misses. #T3#
A jab from Burnett misses.
Burnett misses with a straight right.
Good shot there by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Burnett connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Burnett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
Vinogradov throws a shot to the body.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Burnett's head backwards.
Burnett swings for the body but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Burnett misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
Vinogradov connects with a right hand. Burnett shakes it off.
Burnett gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Burnett ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vinogradov moves forwards but Burnett connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burnett uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Burnett's ribcage but misses.
Burnett punishes Vinogradov's body with a nice straight punch.
Burnett misses with a looping right.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burnett moves away.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses
and Burnett counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fighters circling - Burnett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Burnett steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.#KD2#
Burnett lands a big right hand that sends Vinogradov crashing to the mat! Burnett stays standing though and waves Vinogradov back to his feet!#ROC2#Vinogradov is rocked!
Burnett scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burnett jabs at Vinogradov's body.
Burnett takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Burnett.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Khalil Burnett will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Burnett misses the target.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Burnett swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vinogradov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Burnett looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Burnett bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Burnett misses with a left hand
and Burnett takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Burnett swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Burnett misses with a hook. Vinogradov ducked under it nicely.
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Burnett uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Vinogradov has time to react.
Burnett has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Burnett throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Burnett counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Burnett throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Burnett throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Burnett misses with a straight left.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
letting Burnett counter with a right hand.
Oh Vinogradov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Burnett ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Vinogradov seems to have got his legs back now.
Burnett throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Burnett uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burnett throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Burnett throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Burnett looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Burnett.
Burnett misses with a straight right.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Burnett misses with a body shot
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Burnett slips the punch.
Vinogradov digs a good hook to Burnett's body.
A slow jab from Burnett misses its intended target. #T2#
Burnett moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov misses with a body punch
and Burnett counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy right hand. Burnett should have avoided that one.
Burnett on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vinogradov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Vinogradov slips a jab from Burnett.
A counter left hand to the body from Vinogradov misses its target.
Burnett throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
Burnett misses with an uppercut
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Burnett scores with a decent looking hook.
Burnett throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Burnett misses with a hook
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov punishes Burnett's body with a nice straight punch.
Burnett takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Burnett feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vinogradovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T3#
Burnett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nice uppercut lands for Burnett. That snapped Vinogradov's head back.
Vinogradov tries to bum rush Burnett with a series of wild strikes but Burnett uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Burnett displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
Nice cross by Burnett.
Burnett takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Burnett throws a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head but Vinogradov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Burnett moved out of range.
Burnett throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Burnett misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Vinogradov to counter with a crisp jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burnett was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.#T4#
Vinogradov scores with a body shot. #KD2#
Burnett lands a big right hand that sends Vinogradov crashing to the mat! Burnett stays standing though and waves Vinogradov back to his feet!
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burnett throws out the jab.
Burnett is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vinogradov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Burnett's shoulder, as Burnett tries to avoid the shot.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Burnett counters with a crisp right that sends Vinogradov to the canvas! Burnett follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khalil Burnett!

Event: SYN 975 Fedetenko vs. Young
Date: Apr 12, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Job shoots for a double leg takedown but Vinogradov sprawls well. He's pushed Job's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Job looks for a takedown but Vinogradov sprawls well.
Odd Job seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Job is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Vinogradov's half guard.
My spies in NY Savages inform me that Job has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Vinogradov tries to get to full guard but Job has control of the leg.
Vinogradov looks like he's trying to stand up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov won't allow Job to pass to mount.
Vinogradov is trying to stand back up but Job is controlling him
Job stalling.
Job wants to free his trapped foot but Vinogradov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Vinogradov is trying to control but can't.
Job wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vinogradov keeps working.
Job thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Vinogradov's head.
Vinogradov is looking to control Job's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vinogradov avoid being mounted?
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Vinogradov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Vinogradov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Job defends it easily. #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.
Job working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Vinogradov's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Job is sitting in close to Vinogradov's body. Vinogradov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Job is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Job is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Vinogradov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 969 Tarver vs. Greene
Date: Mar 22, 2023

#R1#
Vinogradov connects with a single shot there.
Vinogradov misses with a hook #TD#
and Green counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Green wants to control but Vinogradov is keeping him busy.
Vinogradov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green is pressing down on Vinogradov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vinogradov is holding on for now.
Vinogradov regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Green is defending well. Vinogradov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Green has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Vinogradov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SYN 955 Trollslayer vs. Tarver
Date: Feb 01, 2023

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Vinogradov there.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Vieira let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Vieira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov cracks Vieira with an open hand slap.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Vieira's body.
Vinogradov with a jab.
Vieira throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Jab by Vinogradov.
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Vieira throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov. #TD#
Vinogradov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vieira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov.
Vinogradov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1##SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Vieira is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov wants to take a breather but Vieira is having none of it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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.
Vieira is refusing to be controlled, as Vinogradov sits in half guard. #T3##SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vieira defends it well.
Vinogradov wants to take a breather but Vieira is having none of it.
Vieira won't allow Vinogradov to pass to mount. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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. #SUB#
Vinogradov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vieira sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort.
Vinogradov wants to take a breather but Vieira is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vinogradov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Vieira to counter with a crisp jab.
Vieira is looking to slow Vinogradov down with leg kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Vinogradov looks to land a left hand but Vieira moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vinogradov lands a jab to the head. #TD#
Vieira gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Vinogradov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Vieira is looking to stand back up but Vinogradov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Vieira. #REVB#
The fighters are battling for position here. Vieira manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vieira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vinogradov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Vieira is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov has gone for a leg lock! Vieira slips out almost immediately though and dives into Vinogradov's guard.#REVB#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Vieira accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Vieira throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Vinogradov's body to avoid the submission. Vinogradov has instead reached around Vieira's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Vinogradov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Highland 210
Date: Nov 25, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti. #TD2#
Vinogradov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Vinogradov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nti keeps working.
Nti is controlling Vinogradov's trapped leg to prevent Vinogradov from advancing to side control.
Nti wants to improve his position but Vinogradov is controlling well.
Vinogradov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nti preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Vinogradov trying to control from Nti's half guard. Nti has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Nti keeping full guard, as Vinogradov tries to pass. #SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Nti is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nti manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Nti's guard.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Nti keeps moving.
Nti looking for a sweep. Not yet Nti, not yet. #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.
Vinogradov trying to control but Nti is working from the bottom.
Nti has his hands on Vinogradov's head, controlling the position.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Nti keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Vinogradov won't allow Nti to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nti is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Vinogradov.
A punch combination from Nti misses.
Vinogradov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown
and Nti counters with a left to the body.
Vinogradov dives in for a single leg takedown but Nti sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vinogradov.
Kwame Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Vinogradov dodges the punch combination from Nti.
Vinogradov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nti misses with a lunging right hand
and Vinogradov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination but Nti avoids it well.
Nti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Vinogradov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Nti manages to get back to half guard.
Nti trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nti sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Nti is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Nti is looking for a sweep. Vinogradov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4##SUB2#
Nti is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov wants to take a breather but Nti is having none of it. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura but Nti is defending well. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for a kimura but Nti is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A big left from Nti misses.
Vinogradov scores with a nice strike.
Vinogradov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vinogradov misses with a wild combination.
Vinogradov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head but Vinogradov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Nti cracks Vinogradov with an open hand slap.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vinogradov's hands.
Nti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nti misses with a straight left.
Nti scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Vinogradov shoots in and drives through. Nti sprawls well.
Nti loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Nti throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nti stuns Vinogradov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov is breathing heavily.
Nti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vinogradov cracks Nti with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Vinogradov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Nti walks into a stiff left hand from Vinogradov.
Nti connects with a right hand. Vinogradov shakes it off.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
As Nti backs off Vinogradov throws a huge counter combo but Nti manages to avoid it all.
Left hook, right uppercut from Vinogradov.
Nti lands a nice hook to Vinogradov's body. Vinogradov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nti lands a body shot.
Nti throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Vinogradov is looking for the big counter here.
Nti misses the shot to the body. #T3#
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Nti takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Nti.
Kwame Nti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Vinogradov throws a shot to the body.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
Vinogradov works over Nti's head and body with a nice combination.#TD2#
Vinogradov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nti to the mat! Nti manages to get full guard. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov trying to control but Nti is working from the bottom.
Nti has his hands on Vinogradov's head, controlling the position.
Nti looking for a sweep. Not yet Nti, not yet.
Vinogradov is fighting to break Nti's control of his arms but Nti is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nti bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vinogradov's guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
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#
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Nti walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nti takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nti takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nti misses with the combination.
A little jabbing left from Vinogradov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Vinogradov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nti circles away.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Vinogradov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kwame Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Vinogradov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Nti misses with a right hand
enabling Vinogradov to counter with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Nti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nti throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Vinogradov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nti scores with a hook to the body. Vinogradov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nti throws a right hand that Vinogradov ducks under and follows up with a left that Vinogradov also avoids with ease.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Nti.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti scores with a body shot.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nti throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Nti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nti misses with a looping right.
Nti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov throws out a counter right but Nti avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov misses with a body punch
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti lands with an uppercut that bounces Vinogradov off the cage and back into range.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Nti shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nti connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vinogradov tries for a takedown but Nti circles away easily
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.#T3#
Vinogradov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nti.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a right hand to the body.
Nti closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Vinogradov out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Highland 200
Date: Oct 16, 2022

#R1#
Good shot there by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scott was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scott takes one on the button.
Vinogradov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vinogradov cracks a nice hook into Scott's ribs.
Scott tries to clinch up but Vinogradov circles away and keeps his distance.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Scott throws out a counter right but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Scott ducks down to avoid it.
Scott is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Scott ducked under it nicely.
Scott changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Scott has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Scott tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinogradov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A left lands for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov with a nice cross.#T1#
A punch combination from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Scott was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scott is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Scott steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Scott was well out of range.
Vinogradov lands with a straight right. Scott didn't see that one coming.
Scott moves out of range of the strikes.
Scott looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Scott's head but Scott sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scott moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Scott is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scott uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Scott feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Scott tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vinogradov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Scott tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vinogradov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A jab from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov stuns Scott with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Scott is just out of range.
Scott looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Scott.
Scott feints the counter takedown.
Nice jab there from Vinogradov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD2#
Scott drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Vinogradov is trying to keep Scott in close. #T3#
Scott is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Vinogradov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Scott works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Vinogradov trying to hold on to Scott's head to control him but Scott postures up.
Vinogradov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Scott jumps into side control!
Scott working away.
Scott tries to move to full mount but Vinogradov actually manages to regain half guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vinogradov trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
Vinogradov has a hand on Scott's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Scott takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Vinogradov is trying to escape the mount. #SUB2#
Scott has hold of Vinogradov's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Vinogradov manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Vinogradov wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Vinogradov is really stuck here.
Vinogradov just trying to survive but Scott is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Vinogradov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Scott.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov 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#
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov misses with a two punch combination.
Scott shoots in for a double leg but Vinogradov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A quick step to the side and Vinogradov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Scott moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scott can do to turn this around?
Vinogradov swings for the body but Scott moves out of range.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Scott saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Scott on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scott uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Scott keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinogradov.
Scott staying out of range there.
Scott swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Vinogradov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scott! But no joy.
Scott tries for a takedown but Vinogradov circles away easily
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand. #T1##CL2#
Scott clinches with his opponent.
Scott tries to pull guard but Vinogradov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sergey Vinogradov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David Scott.
Vinogradov digs a right hand underneath Scott's ribcage. Scott let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Scott fails to pull guard.
Scott is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vinogradov to keep the fight standing.
Scott jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vinogradov walks away with a smile on his face. Scott gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Scott darts in trying to clinch
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand.
Vinogradov connects with the punch.
A combination from Vinogradov does no damage.
Sergey Vinogradov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a nice hook to Scott's body. Scott takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Vinogradov scores with a nice right hand.
Scott misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A punch lands to the side of Scott 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
and Scott counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Vinogradov scores with a body shot.
Vinogradov lands a two punch combo.
Vinogradov misses with a few strikes there.
A nice side step and Scott releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Scott saw that one coming.
Vinogradov falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Scott decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Vinogradov's guard.#T3##SUB#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Scott uses it to pass to side control.
Vinogradov wants to control but Scott postures up.
Vinogradov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Scott wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Scott working away.
Vinogradov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Vinogradov struggling a bit here.
Vinogradov tries to improve position but can't.
Scott is looking to take a break and control but Vinogradov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
David Scott has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vinogradov tries to buck Scott off but Scott is having none of it.
Vinogradov can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Scott tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vinogradov swivels and escapes.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Vinogradov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Scott shoots and misses
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scott doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vinogradov cracks Scott with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scott takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination but Scott avoids it well.
Vinogradov misses with a few strikes there.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Scott shoots in for a takedown but Vinogradov shows good takedown defense.
Sergey Vinogradov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David Scott.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Scott moves out of range.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Scott ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scott with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vinogradov counters with a left to the body.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Scott sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Scott on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Scott moves away from the strike by Vinogradov. #TD2#
Scott closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Scott is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.
Scott passes the guard and advances to mount!
David Scott has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Scott is trying to take his opponent's back.
Vinogradov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Scott misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Vinogradov wants to hold on but Scott pushes him away.#T3#
Vinogradov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Vinogradov is working hard here to advance position.
Scott takes Vinogradov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Vinogradov is in trouble.
Vinogradov trying to control the hands but Scott won't let him.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vinogradov can't escape the position.
Vinogradov trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
Vinogradov is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Vinogradov wants to escape the position.
Vinogradov covering up well and avoiding damage.
Scott controlling well, preventing Vinogradov from escaping the position.
Vinogradov wants to control his opponent's hands but Scott gets his hands free.
Scott doesn't have the hooks in and Vinogradov manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Scott throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Scott working for a triangle but Vinogradov defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Vinogradov, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Highland 194
Date: Sep 25, 2022

#R1#
Lee throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vinogradov's waist but Vinogradov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lee off to one side.
As Lee looks to move away, Vinogradov throws a big counter combo but Lee just gets out of the way.
Lee throws a head kick but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Lee shoots in and drives through. Vinogradov sprawls well.
Lee walks into a straight right hand from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD2#
Lee closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Vinogradov wants to get back to full guard.
Vinogradov is positioning himself well to prevent Lee advancing to mount.
Lee is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lee in particular looking to stall.
Lee prevents Vinogradov from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Lee is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Lee has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Lee is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Lee is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily. #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.
Lee seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vinogradov trying to control here.
Lee wants to take a breather but Vinogradov is having none of it. #SUB#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vinogradov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Lee trying to control the pace.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Vinogradov is staying active underneath Lee, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Vinogradov throws a shot to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lee takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Lee has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lee is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sergey Vinogradov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert Lee.#T4##BC#
Vinogradov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vinogradov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Lee tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vinogradov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Lee decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lee trying to control from half guard but Vinogradov is working away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov trying to hold on to Lee's head to control him but Lee postures up.
Lee passes into side control, despite Vinogradov's attempt to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Robert Lee will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Lee darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Lee wants to free his trapped foot but Vinogradov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lee wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vinogradov keeps working.
Lee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Lee is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Vinogradov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lee defends it easily.#T1#
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard.
Vinogradov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lee throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vinogradov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Vinogradov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lee can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lee defends well.#SUB#
Vinogradov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lee has passed into half guard! #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.
Lee trying to control the action but Vinogradov is working from the bottom.
Lee controlling the pace.
Lee prevents Vinogradov from improving his position.
Lee is trying to control the action in half guard but Vinogradov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Vinogradov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vinogradov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Lee throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Vinogradov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lee has picked Vinogradov up and slammed him! Vinogradov can't keep hold of the triangle and Lee manages to pass to side control!
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Vinogradov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vinogradov sneaks back into half guard.
Lee wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is defending well.
Vinogradov wants to control but Lee is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Robert Lee has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Lee not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Vinogradov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Lee seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Lee is trying to work for a kimura but Vinogradov is defending well.
Lee thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vinogradov wants to improve his position but Lee is controlling well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robert Lee showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Vinogradov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Robert Lee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lee takes one to the side of the head.
Lee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vinogradov closes the distance and lands a one-two.#TD2#
Lee throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Vinogradov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lee is in Vinogradov's guard.#SUB#
Lee is posturing up here but Vinogradov has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Lee tries to roll out but it's too tight and Lee has to tap! Slick submission there by Vinogradov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
A relieved looking Sergey Vinogradov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Highland 186
Date: Aug 26, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov lands an overhand right.
Finlayson takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Finlayson lands with a straight right. Vinogradov didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Finlayson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov with a jab.
Vinogradov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vinogradov looks to throw the jab but Finlayson is out of range.
Vinogradov throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Finlayson misses.
Vinogradov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Finlayson.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finlayson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throwing a counter right hand but Finlayson manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Finlayson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vinogradov lands with a nice combination. Finlayson backs away looking to recover.#T1#
Vinogradov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Finlayson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Vinogradov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Vinogradov throws a shot from downtown. Finlayson moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Finlayson cracks Vinogradov with a good jab.
Vinogradov digs a good hook to Finlayson's body.
Vinogradov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Finlayson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Finlayson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Finlayson blocks a jab.
Finlayson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T2#
Finlayson misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finlayson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Vinogradov!
Nice jab there from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Finlayson.
Vinogradov misses with a double jab
and Finlayson counters with a right hand to the body.
Vinogradov takes a jab right on the kisser.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Finlayson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Finlayson misses.
Finlayson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Finlayson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finlayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Finlayson misses with a hook.
Vinogradov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Finlayson! But no joy.
Finlayson just misses with a punch to the body.
Finlayson throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Finlayson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Vinogradov rather than just go for the knockout.
Finlayson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Finlayson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vinogradov throws a combination that misses
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Finlayson looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov misses with a combination
and Finlayson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finlayson loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Finlayson.
Finlayson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Finlayson slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Finlayson ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
A jab from Finlayson finds it's way through Vinogradov's defenses.
Finlayson misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Finlayson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Finlayson avoids the punch easily.
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 Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Vinogradov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Finlayson throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Finlayson.
Vinogradov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Finlayson manages to avoid it.
Finlayson throws a big shot that misses.
Finlayson ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Finlayson with a jab.
Vinogradov scores with a hook to the body. Finlayson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses
and Finlayson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice body punch from Finlayson.
Finlayson staying out of range there.
Finlayson staying out of range there.#T1#
Finlayson lands an overhand right.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Finlayson blocks it.
Vinogradov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vinogradov misses with a wild combination.
Finlayson throws out a counter right but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finlayson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
A little jabbing left from Finlayson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vinogradov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Finlayson.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Finlayson was well out of range.#T2#
Finlayson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Torhte Finlayson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot
and Finlayson counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Vinogradov out cold! What a finish! Finlayson is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Torhte Finlayson! Torhte Finlayson retains his light heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Torhte Finlayson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Highland 175
Date: Jul 15, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
A punch combination from Barbosa misses.
Barbosa lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Vinogradov lands with a cross.
Vinogradov takes one to the side of the head.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Barbosa moves out of range.
Vinogradov avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbosa manages to avoid it.
Barbosa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Barbosa takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Barbosa strikes.
The fighters circling - Barbosa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Barbosa throws a hook but Vinogradov blocks it.
Barbosa defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
Barbosa swinging wildly here.
Barbosa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barbosa moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Barbosa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Barbosa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinogradov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vinogradov swings for the body but Barbosa moves out of range.
Barbosa misses the jab.
Barbosa drops his hands momentarily and Vinogradov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Vinogradov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barbosa is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A cross from Vinogradov lands.
Lucas Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbosa slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Barbosa thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Barbosa.
Vinogradov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Vinogradov swings for the body but Barbosa moves out of range.
Barbosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
Barbosa is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Barbosa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barbosa throws a series of punches but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Barbosa darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Vinogradov throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbosa manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barbosa.
Vinogradov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
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!
Barbosa lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Barbosa.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Barbosa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barbosa looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Barbosa just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa misses with a body shot
and Vinogradov counters with a two punch combo.
Barbosa fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Vinogradov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Barbosa does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov cracks a nice hook into Barbosa's ribs.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Barbosa with the counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Barbosa throws a shot to the body.
Barbosa misses with an uppercut.
Barbosa misses with a wild combination.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barbosa.
Barbosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.#T3#
Vinogradov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#It looks like Lucas Barbosa has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Barbosa does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barbosa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a wild combination.
Vinogradov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Barbosa's head.
Barbosa misses with the combination.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
Barbosa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Barbosa throws a nice looking combination but Vinogradov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vinogradov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Barbosa pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barbosa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinogradov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Vinogradov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
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!
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Barbosa.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Barbosa avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Barbosas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Barbosa bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Barbosa misses with a left hand
and Barbosa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
Barbosa missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
Barbosa fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barbosa swinging wildly here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
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 Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lucas Barbosa's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Barbosa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Barbosa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Barbosa slips under a jab.
Barbosa takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Barbosa throws a combination that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Barbosa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinogradov.
Barbosa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
Vinogradov throws a big counter combination but Barbosa scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A swing and a miss from Barbosa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa lands the left hand.
Barbosa slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Barbosa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Barbosa walks into a left hand.
Barbosa throws a right and a left that Vinogradov avoids nicely.
Vinogradov is looking to counter punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Vinogradov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Barbosa.
Vinogradov lands a slapping body shot.
A punch combination from Vinogradov misses.
Barbosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.
Barbosa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbosa.
Barbosa moves out of range of the strikes.
Barbosa looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
Barbosa slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Barbosa swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Barbosa misses with a combination
enabling Vinogradov to counter with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
Vinogradov dips to his left and cracks Barbosa with an uppercut!
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!
Vinogradov digs a good hook to Barbosa's body.
Sergey Vinogradov is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a right and a left that both miss.
Barbosa throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Barbosa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinogradov.
Barbosa falls off balance throwing a combination
and Vinogradov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Barbosa thinking.
Vinogradov lands with a cross.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbosa was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Lucas Barbosa is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Barbosa showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vinogradov.
Some wild striking there from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a straight right.
Barbosa fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barbosa looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Barbosa jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Barbosa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
Vinogradov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a body punch but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination. Barbosa sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Nice shot lands for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov cracks Barbosa with an open hand slap.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch combination from Barbosa misses.
Barbosa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice uppercut there from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinogradov.
Some wild striking there from Barbosa.
Vinogradov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Barbosa throws a hook but Vinogradov blocks it.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Barbosa ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa takes a jab right on the kisser.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Barbosa.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Barbosa back to the cage. Vinogradov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Barbosa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Barbosa misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice defenses there by Barbosa.
Barbosa needs to keep his hands up - Vinogradov had a free shot at his head there.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Barbosa.
Barbosa has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Barbosa there as he acknowledges the shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some wild striking there from Barbosa.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov looks to land a left hand but Barbosa moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Barbosa moved out of range.
Barbosa feints the counter takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Barbosa's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Barbosa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Barbosa might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Vinogradov has got the better of the exchanges.
Nice body punch from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinogradov thuds his right hand into Barbosa's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Barbosa with a nice cross.
Barbosa ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Some wild striking there from Barbosa.
Vinogradov digs a good body shot into Barbosa's ribs.
Barbosa misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Barbosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.
Barbosa throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Barbosa swings widly with a right hand
and Barbosa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Barbosa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.
Barbosa misses with a lunging right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a right hand to the body.
Vinogradov swings for the body but Barbosa moves out of range.
Vinogradov lands a jab to the nose.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Barbosa.
A punch combination from Barbosa misses.
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Barbosa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Barbosa takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Barbosa fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barbosa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov throws a series of punches but Barbosa avoids them all with ease.
A slow jab from Vinogradov misses its intended target.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barbosa can do to turn this around?#T2#
Vinogradov tests Barbosa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbosa manages to avoid it.
Barbosa closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Barbosa tries to bum rush Vinogradov with a series of wild strikes but Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barbosa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinogradov defends it well.
A jab from Barbosa misses.
A big right from Barbosa misses.
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Barbosa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Barbosa throws a nice looking combination but Vinogradov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vinogradov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov scores with a shot to the body.
Barbosa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Barbosa takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vinogradov cracks Barbosa with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Barbosa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbosa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Vinogradov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barbosa.
Vinogradov cracks Barbosa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Barbosa moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A lazy left from Vinogradov finds it's target.
Vinogradov lands with a hook. Barbosa tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Barbosa swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Barbosa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Barbosa throws a series of punches but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barbosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbosa.
Vinogradov looks to throw the jab but Barbosa is out of range. #T4#
Vinogradov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barbosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barbosa misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vinogradov walks into a jab.
Barbosa throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Barbosas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Barbosa falls off balance throwing a combination
and Vinogradov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Barbosa thinking.
Vinogradov cracks Barbosa with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Barbosa throws a series of punches but Vinogradov moves out of range.
It looks like Vinogradov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lucas Barbosa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vinogradov 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Highland 164
Date: May 29, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov throws a series of strikes that have Hand backpedaling.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hand.
Vinogradov cracks Hand with an open hand slap.
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hands jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vinogradov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hand throws a nice looking combination but Vinogradov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Donk. Vinogradov catches Hand right on the button with a cross.#TD#
Vinogradov gets a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov trying to control from half guard but Hand is working away. #T1#
Vinogradov is really struggling to control Hand but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hand can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Hand is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov. #SUB#
Vinogradov wants to work for an arm triangle but Hand is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but Hand is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vinogradov to get the leverage. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hand is just riding it out for now. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Vinogradov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hand keeps working.
Hand wants to improve his position but Vinogradov is controlling well. #SUB#
Vinogradov wants to work for an arm triangle but Hand is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Vinogradov is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Vinogradov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Vinogradov goes for an armbar but Hand turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Hand. #SUB#
Vinogradov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hand defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov keeping full guard, as Hand tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vinogradov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hand has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hand there as he acknowledges the shot.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Hand.
Vinogradov misses with a left hand
and Hand counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Hand moves out of range.
Hand let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hand but Hand pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hand uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.#T1#
Vinogradov cracks Hand with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hand defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Hand was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big right from Hand misses.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Hand was well out of range.
Vinogradov cracks Hand with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Hand was well out of range.
Hand misses with a straight left.
Vinogradov looks for a takedown but Hand sprawls well.
It seemed like Hand was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Hand swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hand moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Hand was well out of range.
Hand looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hand manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
It seemed like Hand was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hand throws out the jab.
Hand misses with a hook.
Vinogradov attempts a counter takedown but Hand avoids it well and moves away.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hand throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.#T3#
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Hand's head but Hand sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinogradov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hand enables Vinogradov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hand manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Vinogradov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hand is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hand has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Vinogradov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hand has passed into half guard! #T4#
Vinogradov wants to control but Hand is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hand content to control rather than advance.
Vinogradov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hand pulls his head out easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Vinogradov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hand counters with a straight right hand.
Hand scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown but Hand shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Vinogradov defending well as Hand loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheers as Hand lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vinogradov doesn't seem phased though.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vinogradov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov shoots and misses
and Hand counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vinogradov drops his hands momentarily and Hand takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Vinogradov shoots in for a double leg but Hand sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Hand misses with a straight left.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot.
Vinogradov slips a jab from Hand.
Vinogradov has a takedown stuffed.
Hand stuffs the takedown.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Hand.
Hand slips under a jab.
Hand swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Vinogradov shoots in and bounces Hand off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Diamond Hand has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hand avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hand is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Vinogradov preventing the sweep.
Vinogradov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Vinogradov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hand is retaining full guard.
Sergey Vinogradov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hand is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hand really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinogradov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Vinogradov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hand is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hand has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T3##SUB#
Vinogradov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hand defends well.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hand is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vinogradov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hand is one step ahead there. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hand is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Vinogradov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hand can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hand wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.
Vinogradov controls Hand momentarily but Hand frees himself.
Hand must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hand stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Diamond Hand comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vinogradov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Highland 155
Date: Apr 22, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Quigley avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov takes one to the chin there.
Quigley misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Vinogradov counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Quigley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Quigley has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Quigley is concentrating on defense, preventing Vinogradov from advancing position. #SUB#
Vinogradov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Quigley could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Vinogradov has cracked it and Quigley is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Vinogradov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Vinogradov!
A victorious Sergey Vinogradov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland 150
Date: Apr 03, 2022

#R1#
Veainu throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vinogradov on the side of the head.
Vinogradov moves forwards but Veainu connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Veainu.
Veainu seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Veainu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Veainu pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Vinogradov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Vinogradov swings around for an armbar but Veainu sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Vinogradov's guard.#SUB2#
Veainu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Veainu postures up.
Vinogradov controlling the position.#SUB2#
Veainu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Veainu is stalling in the full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Veainu uses it to pass to side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Vinogradov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Veainu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Vinogradov moves into full mount! Veainu won't be happy about that! #T2##SUB2#
Vinogradov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Veainu is surviving well by controlling Vinogradov's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Veainu can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Veainu has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Veainu!
Veainu postures up.
Veainu knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Vinogradov on the ground.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3##SUB2#
Veainu avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vinogradov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Veainu stacks Vinogradov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Veainu!
Veainu working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vinogradov is looking for a sweep.
Vinogradov struggling a bit here.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Vinogradov manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Veainu pulls his head out easily.
Vinogradov moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Veainu defends well.
Vinogradov 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Vinogradov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice takedown defense from Veainu. No joy for Vinogradov on that attempt.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Veainu.
Veainu throws a shot to the body.
Vinogradov defending well as Veainu loads up on a big left hand.
Veainu ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov defending well as Veainu loads up on a big left hand.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vinogradov's hands.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Veainu defends it well.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left. #T1#
Veainu tries to clinch but Vinogradov is having none of it.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Veainu to score with a decent uppercut.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Veainu's ribcage but misses.
Veainu is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Veainu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Veainu's jab looks to have found its range, popping Vinogradov under the eye.
Veainu is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Veainu.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Veainu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Veainu misses with a hook
letting Vinogradov counter with a right hand.
Veainu scores with a jab. Vinogradov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice takedown defense from Veainu. No joy for Vinogradov on that attempt.
Veainu swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Vinogradov misses with a hook
letting Veainu counter with a right hand. #T2#
Veainu defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
A little feinted left hand from Veainu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinogradov is working for takedown but Veainu is calmly controlling the position for now.
Sonatane Veainu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Veainu misses with a punch on the inside.
Veainu tries to work over Vinogradov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vinogradov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Veainu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Veainu misses with a punch to the body.
Veainu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vinogradov can do to turn this around?
Veainu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vinogradov backwards.
Veainu gets underhooks to prevent Vinogradov's takedown attempt. #BC#
Veainu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vinogradov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Veainu lands with a nice body punch. #T3##TD2#
Vinogradov drives through with a takedown into Veainu's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Veainu manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Vinogradov has Veainu in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Veainu defends it easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Veainu uses it to pass to side control.
Vinogradov gets back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Vinogradov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Veainu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Veainu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vinogradov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Veainu has managed to get both his arms back between Vinogradov's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sonatane Veainu dominated that second round.
That's time! Veainu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Veainu lands with a nice body punch.
Vinogradov slips a jab from Veainu.
Veainu misses with a body shot.
Sonatane Veainu is winning the standup battle so far.
Veainu misses with a right hand
enabling Vinogradov to counter with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Veainu, as that shot connected.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Veainu lands a jab.
Veainu tests Vinogradov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Veainu takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown attempt
and Veainu counters with a nice uppercut.
Veainu clobbers Vinogradov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A telegraphed right hand from Veainu misses the target.
Veainu loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Veainu defends it nicely.
Veainu throws a sloppy body shot
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Veainu. #T2#
Veainu throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Veainu lands a nice looking body shot.
Veainu bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Veainu slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
letting Veainu counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Veainu misses its intended target.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Veainu.
Vinogradov with the counter takedown but Veainu avoids it easily.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Veainu moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Vinogradov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Veainu doesn't seem phased though.
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Veainu defends it nicely.
Veainu is looking to counter punch.
Sonatane Veainu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.#T3#
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Veainu counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Veainu moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
A swing and a miss from Veainu.
Veainu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Veainu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Veainu uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#TD2#
Vinogradov looking to score a takedown here. Veainu is defending well but Vinogradov drives through and ends up in Veainu's guard.
Vinogradov trying to control but Veainu is working from the bottom.
Vinogradov slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov seems to be working for a kimura but Veainu defends the submission attempt.#T4##SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort.
Vinogradov is just content to waste time from the top position. Veainu takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sonatane Veainu showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Veainu 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sonatane Veainu!

Event: Highland 143
Date: Mar 12, 2022

#R1#
Oliva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vinogradov tries to counter with a takedown but Oliva is quick to defend against it.
Oliva thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinogradov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a takedown. Oliva tries to sprawl out of it but Vinogradov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Oliva manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Vinogradov dives in and grabs Oliva's left leg, looking for a takedown. Oliva pushes down on Vinogradov's head and hops out.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Oliva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oliva digs a good hook to Vinogradov's body.
Nice defenses there by Oliva.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Oliva's shoulder, as Oliva tries to avoid the shot.
A left lands for Oliva.
Oliva rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Vinogradov to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Vinogradov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Oliva misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov moves out of range of the strikes.
Vinogradov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Oliva sprawls and moves away.
Oliva takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice straight punches there by Oliva. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Oliva.
Vinogradov cracks Oliva with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Oliva closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Vinogradov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oliva is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vinogradov throws a strike aimed at the side of Oliva's head but Oliva avoids it well.
Oliva is looking for a sweep.#T2##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vinogradov advances to full mount. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Oliva has managed to escape the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oliva manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Oliva tries to get to full guard but Vinogradov has control of the leg.
Oliva keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Vinogradov prevents Oliva from improving his position.#T3##SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Oliva defends it well.
Vinogradov is pressing down on Oliva's thigh, looking to free his foot. Oliva is holding on for now. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold.
Oliva wants to get back to full guard.
Vinogradov uses his free foot to push down on Oliva's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Oliva. #T4#
Oliva is squirming around, avoiding Vinogradov's attempts to control the action.
Oliva wants to control but Vinogradov is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinogradov controlling his opponent.
Oliva really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Oliva really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinogradov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Oliva tries to hold on but Vinogradov pushes him away.
Oliva keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Oliva defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Vinogradov. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Oliva has managed to escape the submission attempt.
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 Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Biscuit Oliva's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Oliva lunges at Vinogradov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vinogradov's hand.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Oliva let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Biscuit Oliva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oliva bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head.
A jab lands there for Vinogradov.
Oliva ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oliva swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vinogradov is out of range and Oliva settles back down.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Oliva.
Vinogradov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Oliva throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov attempts a counter takedown but Oliva avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Oliva throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov shoots in for a double leg but Oliva sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Oliva throws a combination. Vinogradov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Oliva ducked under it nicely.
Oliva is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Oliva misses with an uppercut.
Oliva misses with the combination.
Vinogradov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Oliva in his tracks.
Vinogradov swats away the attempt to clinch by Oliva.#T2#
Vinogradov dives in and grabs Oliva's left leg, looking for a takedown. Oliva pushes down on Vinogradov's head and hops out.
Vinogradov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Oliva on the side of the head.
Vinogradov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#That has opened up Biscuit Oliva's cut even more.
Vinogradov throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Oliva to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Oliva looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oliva throws an off balance right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Oliva is rocked!
Oliva connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vinogradov's hands.#CL2#
Oliva has closed the distance and engaged Vinogradov in a clinch.
Oliva is trying to stall.
I was talking to Vinogradov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Vinogradov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oliva swings wildly with an uppercut but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
A short right from Oliva.
Oliva is pressed up against the cage. Vinogradov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Oliva down to the mat. Oliva avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Oliva takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Oliva enables Vinogradov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Oliva manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Oliva is wriggling around but Vinogradov manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Sergey Vinogradov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort.
Vinogradov is keen to just control but Oliva is a slippery customer.
Oliva trying to control from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but Oliva is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vinogradov to get the leverage.
Vinogradov is keen to just control but Oliva is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions.
Oliva is looking to improve his position.
Oliva trying to control from the bottom.
Oliva is not content to let Vinogradov control the position.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Biscuit Oliva will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Biscuit Oliva's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Oliva misses with a straight left.
Oliva lands with a good body shot.
Oliva looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Vinogradov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Oliva pinned against the cage. Oliva gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Oliva cracks Vinogradov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva lands a glancing blow to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oliva.
Oliva lands a glancing blow to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Oliva swinging wildly here.
Vinogradov tries to counter with a takedown but Oliva is quick to defend against it.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Vinogradov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Oliva slips a straight right by Vinogradov.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
Vinogradov with a poor takedown
enabling Oliva to counter with a crisp jab.
Oliva misses with a lunging right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oliva bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Vinogradov's head backwards.
Oliva looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Oliva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vinogradov fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Oliva throws a hook but Vinogradov blocks it.
Biscuit Oliva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oliva throws a big shot that misses.
A quick step to the side and Vinogradov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Oliva avoids it really well and circles away.
Oliva is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Vinogradov with a body shot.
Oliva throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Oliva as he avoids it easily.
Oliva throws a big counter head kick but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Oliva's hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Oliva misses with a looping left.#TD#
Vinogradov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Oliva on his heels. He'll look to pass Oliva's guard now, I'm sure.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Oliva lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Vinogradov wants to sweep but no luck.
Oliva seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle but Oliva pushes his legs off easily.
Oliva is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Oliva defends it easily. #SUB#
Vinogradov has his foot on Oliva's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Oliva works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Oliva looking to pass the guard.
Oliva throwing strikes from guard but Vinogradov blocks nicely. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle but Oliva pushes his legs off easily.
Oliva's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oliva sitting in guard here, content to control.
Vinogradov keeping moving, preventing Oliva from controlling successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Biscuit Oliva comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Oliva has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Biscuit Oliva!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Biscuit Oliva made sure he mentioned KOMBAT KLOTHING, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Highland 139
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
and Finlayson counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Finlayson.
Finlayson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Finlayson misses with a straight left.
A jab from Finlayson misses.
Vinogradov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Finlayson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finlayson throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Finlayson throws a right hand that misses
letting Vinogradov counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Vinogradov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T1#
Vinogradov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but Finlayson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vinogradov to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Finlayson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Finlayson tries to get to full guard but Vinogradov has control of the leg. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Finlayson is not content to let Vinogradov control the position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov 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. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura but Finlayson is defending well.
Vinogradov is looking to stall here but Finlayson recovers full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Finlayson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Vinogradov, into his guard. #REVR#
Vinogradov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB2#
Vinogradov has gone for a leg lock! Finlayson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Vinogradov's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Vinogradov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Finlayson has passed into half guard! #T4#
Finlayson tries to pass to full mount but Vinogradov defends it. #SUB2#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Vinogradov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Finlayson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Finlayson defends it easily.
Finlayson won't allow Vinogradov to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Finlayson missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Finlayson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Finlayson counters with a nice uppercut.
Finlayson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Finlayson moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Torhte Finlayson is winning the standup battle so far.
Vinogradov connects with a single shot there.
Finlayson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finlayson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vinogradov at a distance.
Finlayson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Finlayson.
Vinogradov scores with a jab.
Finlayson lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Vinogradov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Vinogradov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Finlayson counters with a right hand to the body.
Finlayson looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Finlayson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Finlayson counters with a nice right hand that sends Vinogradov toppling to the canvas! Vinogradov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Finlayson finish him?!#ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Finlayson.
Vinogradov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Finlayson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinogradov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vinogradov lands a right hook to the body.
Torhte Finlayson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Finlayson defends it nicely.
A big right from Finlayson misses.
Vinogradov fails with the takedown
and Finlayson counters with a nice uppercut.
Torhte Finlayson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Finlayson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#KD#
Finlayson cracks Vinogradov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Vinogradov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Finlayson finish him?
Vinogradov is still on wobbly legs! Can Finlayson finish him?
Finlayson closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Vinogradov out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Torhte Finlayson!
Torhte Finlayson retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Torhte Finlayson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Highland 135
Date: Feb 12, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov lands a jab to the nose.
Ruiha bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD#
Ruiha tries to sprawl but Vinogradov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Vinogradov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Vinogradov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Ruiha has left one of his arms exposed and Vinogradov doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Ruiha screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
After winning the bout, Sergey Vinogradov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Highland 125
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1#
Sakuraba fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vinogradov avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Sakuraba closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Vinogradov quickly recovers to half guard.
Sakuraba scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Vinogradov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sakuraba is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vinogradov has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakuraba is trying to control. Vinogradov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Sakuraba there.
Sakuraba missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sakuraba is keen to just control but Vinogradov is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sakuraba content to control rather than advance.
Vinogradov is pressing down on Sakuraba's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Sakuraba won't allow Vinogradov to sweep him here.
My spies in London MMA Club inform me that Sakuraba has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sakuraba throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vinogradov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sakuraba landing with the ground and pound.
Vinogradov keeping moving, preventing Sakuraba from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sakuraba lands a couple of digs.
Vinogradov is trying to control the position but Sakuraba postures up.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Vinogradov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakuraba landing some decent shots from guard. #T3##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sakuraba passes into side control.
Sakuraba is looking to take a break and control but Vinogradov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vinogradov is looking to regain half guard here but Sakuraba keeps moving and retains side control.
Vinogradov tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Sakuraba easily slips into full mount!
Vinogradov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sakuraba is keen to just control but Vinogradov is a slippery customer.#T4#
Vinogradov trying to control from the bottom.
Vinogradov is refusing to be controlled, as Sakuraba sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sakuraba scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vinogradov is trying to control but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Sakuraba is working for a kimura but Vinogradov is defending it quite comfortably.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hayato Sakuraba dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Sakuraba throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vinogradov's waist but Vinogradov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakuraba off to one side.
Vinogradov works the jab nicely.
The fighters circle momentarily. Vinogradov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sakuraba shoots in and drives through. Vinogradov sprawls well.
Sakuraba gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sergey Vinogradov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hayato Sakuraba.
Vinogradov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sakuraba's hands.#TD2#
Sakuraba drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Vinogradov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sakuraba's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sakuraba lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Vinogradov is trying to maintain the position but Sakuraba is very close to passing his half guard.#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vinogradov wants to improve his position but Sakuraba is controlling well.
Sakuraba trying to control the action but Vinogradov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Sakuraba is trying to control. Vinogradov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Vinogradov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sakuraba's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sakuraba's back!
Sakuraba tries to escape the position.
Sakuraba manages to reverse the position and now he's in Vinogradov's guard. Nice work there by Sakuraba.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Vinogradov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Vinogradov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sakuraba defends it easily.
Vinogradov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Vinogradov is really struggling to control Sakuraba but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Vinogradov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Vinogradov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sakuraba postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Vinogradov keeping moving, preventing Sakuraba from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sakuraba got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vinogradov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sakuraba has managed to get both his arms back between Vinogradov's legs - danger averted.
Sakuraba working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sakuraba wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.#T4##SUB#
Vinogradov looking for a triangle here. Sakuraba is fighting it but it looks tight! Vinogradov pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Sakuraba is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Highland 120
Date: Dec 17, 2021

#R1#
Barbosa misses with a looping right.
Barbosa misses with a straight right.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Lucas Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Barbosa looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Vinogradov!
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.
Barbosa working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Barbosa in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Barbosa lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa working away.#SUB#
Barbosa thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vinogradov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Barbosa passes the guard and advances to mount!
Barbosa raining down hammerfists from mount.
Barbosa tries to control but Vinogradov wriggling away.
Barbosa fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Vinogradov tries to hold on but Barbosa postures up.#SUB#
Barbosa jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Vinogradov is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Vinogradov and Barbosa has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Vinogradov keeps Barbosa under control for a moment.
Vinogradov wants to control but Barbosa postures up.#T2##SUB#
Barbosa tries for a kimura but Vinogradov is defending well.
Vinogradov is looking to reverse the position.
Barbosa wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vinogradov keeps working. #SUB#
Barbosa goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Vinogradov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Barbosa's guard! Nice work there by Vinogradov! #SUB#
Barbosa has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vinogradov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vinogradov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Barbosa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Barbosa holds on and takes a little breather.
Vinogradov wants to stand but Barbosa has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov 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.
Vinogradov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barbosa swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving.
Vinogradov passes into half guard.
Vinogradov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Barbosa is in all sorts of trouble here.
Barbosa is squirming around, avoiding Vinogradov's attempts to control the action.
Barbosa has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Vinogradov tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment. #T4##SUB2#
Vinogradov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Barbosa manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Barbosa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Barbosa might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Barbosa is not content to let Vinogradov control the position.
Barbosa is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa is not content to let Vinogradov control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura but Barbosa is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Barbosa dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Barbosa tries for a takedown but Vinogradov circles away easily
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Barbosa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barbosa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Barbosa slips the punch.
Barbosa slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Barbosa moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Barbosa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barbosa throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Barbosa moved out of range.
Barbosa moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Barbosa throws out the jab.
A slow jab from Barbosa misses its intended target. #T1#
Barbosa moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Barbosa looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Barbosa manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Vinogradov on his heels. He'll look to pass Vinogradov's guard now, I'm sure.
Vinogradov can't keep his opponent in guard - Barbosa advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Vinogradov is pressing down on Barbosa's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Vinogradov keeping full guard, as Barbosa tries to pass. #SUB2#
Barbosa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Barbosa pushes down on Vinogradov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Vinogradov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barbosa is working away from the top position though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Barbosa in particular looking to stall.
Vinogradov wants to get back to full guard.
Barbosa slows the pace down in half guard.
Barbosa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vinogradov can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Vinogradov is defending against the submission attempts here by Barbosa.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Vinogradov trying to hold on to Barbosa's head to control him but Barbosa postures up. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vinogradov moves into full guard.
Barbosa with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lucas Barbosa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Barbosa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Vinogradov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Barbosa is working Vinogradov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Barbosa wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Barbosa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barbosa looking to pass the guard.
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 Lucas Barbosa will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Barbosa bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Barbosa here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Vinogradov misses its intended target.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination but Barbosa avoids it well.
Barbosa throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Barbosa moved out of range.
Vinogradov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Vinogradov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Barbosa half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Barbosa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Barbosa throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Barbosa throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barbosa.
Sergey Vinogradov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Barbosa misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barbosa shoots in and drives through. Vinogradov sprawls well.
Barbosa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Lucas Barbosa has been cut.
Vinogradov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Barbosa is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov. #T2#
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Barbosa defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
Barbosa attempts a counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it well and moves away.
Barbosa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Barbosa cracks Vinogradov with a right hand to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Barbosa feinted with a counter takedown.
Barbosa throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Barbosa misses with a takedown attempt
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lucas Barbosa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vinogradov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vinogradov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barbosa.
Barbosa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vinogradov sprawls and moves away.#T3#
Vinogradov throws a series of strikes that have Barbosa backpedaling.
Barbosa ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Barbosa tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vinogradov swivels and escapes.
Vinogradov looks to land a left hand but Barbosa moved out of range nicely.
Barbosa feinted with a counter takedown.
Vinogradov misses the body punch #TD#
and Barbosa counters with a single leg into guard. Vinogradov didn't expect that.
Barbosa keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Vinogradov's head.
Barbosa trying to control but Vinogradov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Vinogradov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle but Barbosa pushes his legs off easily.
Barbosa sitting in guard here, content to control.
Barbosa lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Barbosa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Barbosa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barbosa pushing down on Vinogradov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vinogradov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Barbosa is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vinogradov sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Barbosa's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Barbosa shoots in looking for a takedown but Vinogradov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Barbosa's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vinogradov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Barbosa with a body shot.
Vinogradov throws a shot from downtown. Barbosa moves away and avoids it.
Barbosa half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Barbosa lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vinogradov circles away quickly and effectively.
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Barbosa.#TD#
Barbosa shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Barbosa scores with a couple of nice shots.
Vinogradov is refusing to be controlled, as Barbosa sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB#
Barbosa is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vinogradov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Barbosa.
Vinogradov is looking to control Barbosa's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vinogradov avoid being mounted?
Barbosa seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Vinogradov trying to control here.
Barbosa is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Vinogradov!
Vinogradov wants to hold on but Barbosa pushes him away.#T2#
Barbosa trying to control but Vinogradov is having none of it.
Barbosa is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Vinogradov is in real trouble. #SUB#
Barbosa has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Vinogradov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Barbosa is not going to allow Vinogradov to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Barbosa looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Vinogradov is controlling Barbosa 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Barbosa keeps moving. #T3#
Vinogradov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Barbosa is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Barbosa working for a triangle but Vinogradov defends it easily. #SUB#
Barbosa is looking for a triangle here but Vinogradov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Barbosa is trying to control Vinogradov's posture but Vinogradov avoids it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Barbosa wants to control but Vinogradov postures up.
Barbosa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vinogradov tries to stand but Barbosa is controlling his head.
Barbosa is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vinogradov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barbosa keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Barbosa had his way with Sergey Vinogradov in that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Barbosa's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5#
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Barbosa.
Barbosa ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Barbosa takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Barbosa connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vinogradov's hands.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Barbosa ducks down to avoid it.
Barbosa is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Vinogradov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Vinogradov stuffs the takedown.
Barbosa connects with a looping right hand.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Barbosa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
Barbosa shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vinogradov sprawls well. Vinogradov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Barbosa gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lucas Barbosa. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Barbosa looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov actively working from the bottom here.
Vinogradov is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Barbosa looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Vinogradov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Vinogradov keeping hold of Barbosa's head, controlling as best he can.
Barbosa is trying to control. Vinogradov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Barbosa lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Vinogradov works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Barbosa stands and throws Vinogradov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Barbosa is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vinogradov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3##SUB#
Barbosa looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sergey Vinogradov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barbosa tries to advance to mount but Vinogradov denies him.
Barbosa working away.#SUB#
Barbosa swings around for an armbar but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Barbosa's guard.
Vinogradov stopping the sweep attempt from Barbosa.
Vinogradov wants to get up but he can't break Barbosa's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Vinogradov tries to free his leg and advance position but Barbosa is retaining full guard.
Vinogradov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4##SUB#
Barbosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Barbosa is looking to improve his position.
Vinogradov wants to stand up but Barbosa is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Barbosa tries to get to full guard but Vinogradov has control of the leg.

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 Lucas Barbosa.
I think Barbosa 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Barbosa!
Lucas Barbosa is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Highland 116
Date: Dec 05, 2021

#R1#
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Veainu slips the punch.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
Vinogradov swings widly with a right hand
and Veainu counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Veainu counters with a lovely shot to the body.#TD#
Vinogradov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Veainu wants to improve his position but Vinogradov is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Veainu is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Veainu is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Veainu and Vinogradov has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Vinogradov trying to control the position but Veainu is working away. #SUB#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to get an arm triangle but Veainu is defending well. #SUB#
Vinogradov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Veainu, who protects the arm well.
Veainu prevents Vinogradov from moving into mount.
Vinogradov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Vinogradov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Veainu keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Vinogradov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Veainu rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Vinogradov's guard! Nice work there by Veainu!
Vinogradov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Veainu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Vinogradov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Veainu uses it to pass to side control.
You can see the frustration on Vinogradov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Vinogradov tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Veainu easily slips into full mount!
Veainu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinogradov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Veainu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Vinogradov is trying to reverse the position but instead Veainu has taken his back - oops!
Vinogradov trying to control the action but Veainu just sinks the hooks in.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vinogradov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Vinogradov gets back to half guard.
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 Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Veainu takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Veainu throws a series of punches but Vinogradov avoids them all with ease.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown attempt - Veainu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Veainu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Veainu throws a hook but Vinogradov blocks it.
Veainu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Vinogradov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Veainu.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Veainu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Veainu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.#T1#
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Veainu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinogradov is just out of range.
Vinogradov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Veainu throws out a counter right but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Veainu.
Vinogradov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vinogradov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Sonatane Veainu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Veainu counters with a nice uppercut.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Vinogradov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Veainu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Veainu keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully.
Veainu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Veainu has control of Vinogradov's left arm, preventing Vinogradov from doing any damage.
Veainu keeping full guard, as Vinogradov tries to pass.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Veainu can do anything to dispel that myth.
Veainu pulls Vinogradov in close to prevent any damage.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T3#
Vinogradov trying to control but Veainu is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Vinogradov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Veainu. Vinogradov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Veainu throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown but Veainu shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Veainu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Veainu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov connects with a looping right hand.
Vinogradov lands a jab.
Sonatane Veainu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Veainu takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Veainu throws a body shot but no joy.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Veainu throws out a counter right but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
Veainu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Veainu looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Veainu is fending him off so far but Vinogradov persists. Nope, Veainu circles away and we're back to standing.
Veainu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Veainu misses the target.
Veainu lands a nice shot that snaps Vinogradov's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sonatane Veainu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Vinogradov lands with a cross.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Veainu sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vinogradov somewhat.
Veainu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Vinogradov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Veainu! But no joy.
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Veainu defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Veainu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Veainu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Veainu throws out a counter right but Vinogradov avoids it with no problem.
A slow jab from Vinogradov misses its intended target.
Veainu looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.#TD#
Vinogradov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Veainu was covering up waiting for the punch and Vinogradov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Vinogradov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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.
Veainu is controlling Vinogradov's posture.#T2#
Vinogradov wants to pass the guard but Veainu is keeping the position.
Vinogradov pushing down on Veainu's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions.
Veainu holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Vinogradov tries to pass to full mount but Veainu defends it. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Veainu defends it well. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3##SUB#
Vinogradov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Veainu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Veainu trying to control here. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Veainu tries to get to full guard but Vinogradov has control of the leg.
Vinogradov wants to pass the guard but Veainu is defending well. #SUB#
Vinogradov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vinogradov is looking to stall here but Veainu recovers full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Veainu keeping full guard, as Vinogradov tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Vinogradov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Veainu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.#TD#
Vinogradov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov seems to be working for a kimura but Veainu defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Veainu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vinogradov is working for a submission of some sort.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Veainu can do to turn this around?#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov is trying for a kimura here. Veainu looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Vinogradov wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov is the new light heavyweight champion!
Sergey Vinogradov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Highland 111
Date: Nov 24, 2021

#R1##TD#
Lachmann feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lachmann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lachmann manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lachmann wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Lachmann defends easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lachmann defends well.
Lachmann wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lachmann avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lachmann pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vinogradov is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lachmann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Lachmann avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lachmann pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vinogradov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lachmann can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lachmann looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB2#
Vinogradov has his foot on Lachmann's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lachmann works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Lachmann avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has his foot on Lachmann's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lachmann works his way back into a safe position though.
Vinogradov keeping full guard, as Lachmann tries to pass.
Lachmann advances to half guard.
Vinogradov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lachmann passes Vinogradov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lachmann is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.
Vinogradov manages to get to full guard.
Lachmann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Vinogradov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lachmann's guard. #REVB#
Vinogradov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Vinogradov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Vinogradov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Vinogradov tries to free his leg and advance position but Lachmann is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Lachmann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vinogradov is aware though and is defending well.
Vinogradov looking to sit in guard and control but Lachmann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Lachmann defends it easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Lachmann defends easily.
Lachmann passes Vinogradov's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Lachmann is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Vinogradov!
Lachmann seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Vinogradov is holding on tight.
Lachmann moves to his opponent's back but Vinogradov bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Lachmann.
Vinogradov throws a strike but Lachmann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Vinogradov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lachmann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Lachmann is working hard here to advance position.
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 Ludwig Lachmann will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lachmann shoots for a double leg takedown but Vinogradov sprawls well. He's pushed Lachmann's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lachmann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vinogradov as he avoids it easily.
Vinogradov stuffs the takedown attempt from Lachmann. Lachmann gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ludwig Lachmann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lachmann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
Lachmann shoots in but Vinogradov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lachmann takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Lachmann counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Lachmann tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vinogradov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Vinogradov gets back to full guard.
Vinogradov controls Lachmann momentarily but Lachmann frees himself. #T1#
Vinogradov keeping moving, preventing Lachmann from controlling successfully.
Lachmann wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.
Lachmann trying to move into half guard but instead Vinogradov has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Vinogradov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Vinogradov advances to half guard.
Lachmann trying to hold on to Vinogradov's head to control him but Vinogradov postures up.
Lachmann is looking for a sweep. Vinogradov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Lachmann works his way to full guard. Good work.
Vinogradov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Vinogradov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Vinogradov trying to control but Lachmann is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lachmann looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Lachmann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vinogradov stays in close to Lachmann's body and controls the position. #T3##SUB#
Lachmann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vinogradov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Lachmann working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vinogradov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vinogradov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vinogradov forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lachmann doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov. #SUB#
Lachmann actively working from the bottom here.#T4##SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lachmann is just riding it out for now. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lachmann is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vinogradov pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lachmann is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lachmann looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinogradov is just out of range.
Vinogradov scores with a body shot.
Lachmann tries to close the distance and clinch but Vinogradov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice jab there from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a head shot.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Lachmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Lachmann drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lachmann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Lachmann defends easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Lachmann stands and throws Vinogradov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Lachmann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vinogradov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Vinogradov is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Lachmann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vinogradov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lachmann trying to mount his opponent but Vinogradov defends it. #T2#
Vinogradov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lachmann's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lachmann's back!
Vinogradov throwing wild punches that miss their target. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for the choke from the back.
Lachmann tries to break free. #SUB2#
Lachmann showing good submission defense here.
Ludwig Lachmann overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vinogradov controlling well, preventing Lachmann from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is persistently looking for the submission but Lachmann is defending it well.
Lachmann trying to control the hands but Vinogradov breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Lachmann taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Vinogradov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
In his post fight interview, Sergey Vinogradov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Highland 107
Date: Nov 12, 2021

#R1#
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Finlayson. Finlayson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Finlayson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Finlayson.
Finlayson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Finlayson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
A little jabbing left from Vinogradov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vinogradov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finlayson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Vinogradov does it's job there.
Vinogradov misses with a hook to the body
and Finlayson counters with a nice body shot. #TD2#
Vinogradov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Finlayson to the mat! Finlayson manages to get full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Finlayson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Vinogradov is looking to work some ground and pound but Finlayson has wrist control.#T1#
Vinogradov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Vinogradov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vinogradov trying to control but Finlayson is working from the bottom.
Finlayson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Vinogradov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vinogradov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Vinogradov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Finlayson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vinogradov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Finlayson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Finlayson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Finlayson misses with a hook. Vinogradov ducked under it nicely.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Finlayson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Finlayson slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
Finlayson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Nice takedown defense from Finlayson. No joy for Vinogradov on that attempt.
Vinogradov fails with the takedown
and Finlayson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Finlayson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
No luck for Vinogradov with that takedown attempt.
Torhte Finlayson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Finlayson lands a body shot. #T3#
Vinogradov lands a body shot. #TD2#
Vinogradov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Vinogradov trying to control but Finlayson is working from the bottom.
Finlayson pulls Vinogradov in to control the position.
Vinogradov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Finlayson manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Finlayson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Finlayson defends well.
Finlayson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Vinogradov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Finlayson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Vinogradov working a defensive guard here.
Vinogradov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vinogradov looking to control. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Finlayson passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Finlayson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Finlayson as Vinogradov shoots in.
It looked like Finlayson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Finlayson counters with a stiff right hand.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finlayson defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Finlayson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Finlayson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Finlayson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vinogradov misses with a lunging right hand
and Finlayson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Finlayson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Finlayson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Vinogradov dives in for a single leg takedown but Finlayson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Torhte Finlayson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Nice straight punches there by Finlayson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Finlayson.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.#T1#
Finlayson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Finlayson.
Vinogradov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finlayson looks to land a right hand but Vinogradov moved out of range.
Finlayson misses with an uppercut.
Finlayson misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Finlayson manages to avoid it.
Torhte Finlayson is winning the standup battle so far.
Finlayson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD2#
Vinogradov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Finlayson sprawls well initially but Vinogradov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Finlayson tries to roll over but Vinogradov keeps him under control.
Vinogradov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Finlayson's head.
Finlayson is looking for a sweep. Vinogradov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vinogradov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Finlayson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2##SUB2#
Finlayson is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov. #SUB2#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for a kimura but Finlayson is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Vinogradov is trying to control. Finlayson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Vinogradov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Finlayson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Finlayson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov.
Finlayson trying to control from the bottom.
Finlayson won't allow Vinogradov to pass to mount.
Finlayson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Vinogradov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finlayson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Finlayson connects with a nice looking jab.
Vinogradov dips to his left and cracks Finlayson with an uppercut!
Finlayson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Finlayson is looking to counter punch.
Vinogradov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finlayson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vinogradov doesn't seem bothered though.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Finlayson.
Vinogradov misses with a left hand
and Finlayson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finlayson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinogradov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Finlayson defends it well.
Vinogradov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Finlayson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Vinogradov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vinogradov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.#KD#
Finlayson lands a big uppercut and Vinogradov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Vinogradov looks OK. Finlayson waves Vinogradov back to his feet!#ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Finlayson.
Vinogradov is still on wobbly legs! Can Finlayson finish him?
Finlayson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Finlayson drops Vinogradov with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Vinogradov! Finlayson dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Torhte Finlayson!
Torhte Finlayson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Highland 103
Date: Oct 31, 2021

#R1#
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
A shot to the liver by Quigley. Beautiful body shot.
Matthew Quigley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Quigley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Quigley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Quigley lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Quigley misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Quigley's coach down at Advanced Fitness Inc. was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Quigley's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov moves out of range of the strikes.
Quigley swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
Quigley slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vinogradov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Quigley finds it's way round the side to connect with Vinogradov's head.
A swing and a miss from Quigley.
Quigley throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vinogradov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Quigley looks to score with a jab to the body but Vinogradov is just out of range.
Vinogradov is looking to counter punch.
Vinogradov looks to land a left hand but Quigley moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Quigley strikes.
Quigley loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Vinogradov throwing a counter right hand but Quigley manages to avoid it.
Quigley throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Quigley.
An attempted straight right counter from Vinogradov misses the target.#T1#
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Quigley ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Quigley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinogradov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A slow jab from Quigley misses its intended target.
Quigley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Quigley slips a straight right by Vinogradov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Quigley! But no joy.
Vinogradov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Quigley on the side of the head.#TD#
Vinogradov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Quigley is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Quigley manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Quigley's guard.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Quigley keeps moving. #T2#
Vinogradov slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Vinogradov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Quigley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura but Quigley is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Vinogradov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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.
Vinogradov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Vinogradov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Quigley defending well though. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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.
Quigley is not content to let Vinogradov control the position.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Quigley throws an off balance right hand
letting Vinogradov counter with a right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Quigley.
Quigley looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Quigley just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vinogradov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Quigley.
Vinogradov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
Quigley misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Quigley moves out of range of the strikes.
Quigley looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Quigley thuds his right hand into Vinogradov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Quigley misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Quigley.
Vinogradov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Quigley misses with a straight right.
No joy there for Vinogradov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vinogradov drops his hands momentarily and Quigley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
Quigley swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Quigley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Quigley takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Quigley was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Quigley swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vinogradov shoots in looking for a takedown. Quigley tries to sprawl out of it but Vinogradov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Quigley manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Quigley misses with a hook.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Quigley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Quigley.
Quigley lands a body shot.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Quigley lands with an overhand left.#CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Quigley blocks a jab.
Quigley let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Quigley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Matthew Quigley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vinogradov scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov walks into a straight right hand from Quigley.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Quigley throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a left and a right that stings Quigley. #T2#
Quigley throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
It looked like Vinogradov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Quigley avoids it easily.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Quigley.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Quigley avoids the punch easily.
Quigley throws a hook but Vinogradov blocks it.
Quigley takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vinogradov scores with a jab. Quigley acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Quigley throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Quigley ducks down to avoid it.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
Quigley misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
A cross from Quigley lands.
Quigley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Quigley is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
Quigley swings for the body but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Vinogradov cracks Quigley with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vinogradov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Quigley tries to move into range but Vinogradov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3#
Quigley throws a lazy right hand but Vinogradov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov drops his hands momentarily and Quigley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Quigley slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
A big left from Quigley misses.
Vinogradov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#TD#
Vinogradov scores with a takedown into Quigley's guard.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Quigley keeps moving.
Vinogradov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Quigley is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Vinogradov is looking to work some ground and pound but Quigley has wrist control.#T4#
Vinogradov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vinogradov pushes down on Quigley's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Quigley is just riding it out for now. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold.
Vinogradov prevents Quigley from improving his position.
Quigley really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinogradov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Vinogradov working over Quigley with some ground and pound. Quigley looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
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 Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Quigley staying out of range there.
Vinogradov scores with a decent looking hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Quigley.
Quigley throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Quigley throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Quigley moved out of range.
Quigley works Vinogradov's body with a nice hook.
Quigley throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Quigley lands with a shot to the body.
Quigley misses with a straight right.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Quigley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Quigley lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vinogradov misses with the combination.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A telegraphed right hand from Quigley misses the target.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Quigley.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Quigley.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target. #T1#
Vinogradov scores with a nice right hand.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vinogradov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Quigley does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov defending well as Quigley loads up on a big left hand.
Vinogradov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Quigley stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Quigley wants it to stay on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
A swing and a miss from Quigley.#TD#
Quigley tries to sprawl but Vinogradov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Quigley defends it well. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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.
Matthew Quigley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Vinogradov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sergey Vinogradov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Quigley wants to control but Vinogradov is having none of it.#SUB#
Vinogradov working for a submission but Quigley is keeping him at bay. #T3##SUB#
Quigley defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vinogradov wants to control the pace but Quigley is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Vinogradov has hold of Quigley's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Quigley manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Vinogradov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Quigley is wriggling around trying to escape. #T4##SUB#
Vinogradov working for a guillotine from mount but Quigley is in no mood to give up.
Quigley is squirming around, avoiding Vinogradov's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Vinogradov working for a submission but Quigley is keeping him at bay.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinogradov trying to control but Quigley is having none of it. #SUB#
Vinogradov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Quigley has managed to escape the submission attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Vinogradov, 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Highland 95
Date: Oct 03, 2021

#R1#
Vinogradov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tantor.
Vinogradov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tantor in his tracks.
Vinogradov misses with a shot to the body
and Tantor cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Vinogradov finds it's way through Tantor's defenses.
Vinogradov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tantor counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vinogradov misses with a wild combination.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot
letting Tantor counter with a right hand.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Good exchange - Vinogradov coming out on top.
Tantor throws out a powerful jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tantor slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Tantor was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov swings for the body but Tantor moves out of range. #T1#
Tantor slips a straight right by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Tantor sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov walks into a stiff left hand from Tantor.
Tantor swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov lands with a cross.
Vinogradov throws a jab when Tantor was well out of range.
Vinogradov misses with a hook
and Tantor connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from Vinogradov misses.
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Tantor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Tantor.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Tantor moved out of range.
The fighters circling - Tantor throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tantor throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Tantor just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been told by Tantor's head coaches at Jorzi GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tantor takes one on the button.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tantor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinogradov defending well as Tantor loads up on a big left hand.
Tantor is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses
and Tantor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Tantor misses the jab.
Good exchange - Vinogradov coming out on top.
Tantor staying out of range there.
Vinogradov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tantor slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
A shot to the liver by Tantor. Beautiful body shot.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tantor is just out of range.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Tantor ducked under it nicely.
Tantor is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T3#
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Vinogradov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tantor.
Tantor uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tantor.
Tantor swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tantor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov with a nice cross.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Tantor to counter with a crisp jab.
Tantor throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tantor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tantor misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Tantor counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tantor thows a left - swing and a miss!
A left lands for Tantor.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tantor.
Tantor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov misses with a left hand
letting Tantor counter with a right hand.
Vinogradov slips a jab from Tantor.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
Vinogradov swinging wildly here.
Vinogradov blocks a jab.
Vinogradov misses with a left hand
and Tantor connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tantor has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vinogradov finds it's way round the side to connect with Tantor's head.
Vinogradov throws a series of punches but Tantor moves out of range.
Tantor misses with a hook.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tantor has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vinogradov finds it's way round the side to connect with Tantor's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Tantor misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mara Tantor dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Vinogradov swings for the body but Tantor moves out of range.
Mara Tantor is winning the standup battle so far.
Tantor getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Vinogradov slips a jab from Tantor.
Tantor throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Vinogradov on the side of the head.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
and Tantor counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov misses with a left hand
and Tantor counters with a nice uppercut.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Tantor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tantor.
Tantor misses with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tantor moves away.#T1#
Tantor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
A telegraphed right hand from Tantor misses the target.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tantor.
Tantor is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tantor manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Vinogradov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tantor keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Tantor's shoulder, as Tantor tries to avoid the shot.
Vinogradov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vinogradov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tantor.
Tantor scores with a jab.
Tantor ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Tantor jabs at Vinogradov's body.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tantor counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tantor misses with a hook.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Tantor ducks down to avoid it.
Tantor rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tantor takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tantor uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Tantor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Tantor gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Vinogradov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Vinogradov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Vinogradov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vinogradov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Tantor to counter with a crisp jab. #KD#
Tantor lands a big uppercut and Vinogradov crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Vinogradov looks OK. Tantor waves Vinogradov back to his feet!#ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Vinogradov throws a sloppy body shot
and Tantor counters with a huge left! Vinogradov is in big trouble! He's backing up but Tantor isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Vinogradov from any more damage. A dominating finish by Tantor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mara Tantor!
A relieved looking Mara Tantor thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Highland 92
Date: Sep 17, 2021

#R1#
Askrew takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vinogradov lands with an overhand left.
Vinogradov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Askrew back to the cage. Vinogradov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Askrew defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Askrew changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Askrew moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Askrew appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut.
Askrew changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Askrew moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
Askrew appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Vinogradov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Askrew's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vinogradov misses with a hook #TD#
and Askrew counters with a takedown into side control. #T1#
Vinogradov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Askrew's best efforts.
Vinogradov is looking to control Askrew's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vinogradov avoid being mounted?
Vinogradov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Askrew pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vinogradov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Askrew drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Askrew jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vinogradov is trying to keep Askrew in close. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Askrew has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Askrew has gone for a leg lock! Vinogradov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Askrew's guard.#REVB#
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Askrew is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2##SUB#
Askrew has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vinogradov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vinogradov tries to free his leg and advance position but Askrew is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Askrew looking for subs off his back but Vinogradov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Vinogradov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Askrew does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Vinogradov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Askrew knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Askrew is refusing to be controlled, as Vinogradov sits in half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Askrew is just riding it out for now. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vinogradov moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Askrew.
Vinogradov advances to mount.
Vinogradov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Askrew is looking to improve his position but Vinogradov isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Askrew has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Askrew keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Vinogradov tries to control but Askrew wriggling away. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Askrew to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Askrew shrugs it off.
Vinogradov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#SUB2#
Vinogradov has hold of Askrew's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Askrew manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Askrew manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Askrew is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Cope's that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Askrew is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Askrew with the active half guard here but Vinogradov passes nicely into side control.
Askrew is trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vinogradov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ben Askrew is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Askrew takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A jab from Vinogradov does it's job there.
Vinogradov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
Vinogradov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Askrew's head.
Vinogradov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Askrew backs up against the cage.
Vinogradov clobbers Askrew with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vinogradov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Askrew at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vinogradov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Askrew's hands.#T1#
Vinogradov lands an overhand right.
Askrew uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov looks to throw the jab but Askrew is out of range.
Askrew takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
Askrew attempts a counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it well and moves away.
Askrew takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Askrew walks into a straight right hand from Vinogradov.
Askrew steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Askrew drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vinogradov sprawls and moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Vinogradov there.
Vinogradov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
Askrew ducks right into an uppercut from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Jab from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
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!
Vinogradov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vinogradov throws a body shot but no joy.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Vinogradov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Askrew on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Askrew drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Vinogradov stuns Askrew with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Vinogradov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Askrew doesn't seem phased though.
Jab from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov works the jab nicely.
Vinogradov feints a jab promting Askrew to slip. Vinogradov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Askrew slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Vinogradov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Askrew takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Vinogradov connects with a looping right hand.
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice uppercut there from Vinogradov.#T4#
Vinogradov cracks Askrew with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vinogradov works Askrew's body with a nice hook.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Askrew drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vinogradov sprawls and moves away.
Vinogradov digs a good body shot into Askrew's ribs.
Vinogradov lands with a straight right. Askrew didn't see that one coming.
Askrew shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vinogradov connects with a looping right hand.
Vinogradov throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice straight punches there by Vinogradov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vinogradov.
Vinogradov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vinogradov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Askrew's hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov 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#
Askrew moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Vinogradov looks to throw the jab but Askrew is out of range.
Askrew drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vinogradov sprawls and moves away.
Jab by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vinogradov clobbers Askrew with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Askrew. Askrew circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Askrew ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Askrew tries to counter with a takedown but Vinogradov is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askrew uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Askrew takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Askrew's shoulder, as Askrew tries to avoid the shot.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Askrew moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Askrew appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Askrew on the side of the head.
Askrew on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Askrew appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A jab lands there for Vinogradov.
Askrew walks into a jab.
Nice defenses there by Askrew.
Askrew attempts a counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it well and moves away.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Askrew counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Askrew got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vinogradov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Askrew has managed to get both his arms back between Vinogradov's legs - danger averted.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Askrew thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2##SUB#
Askrew drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Vinogradov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Askrew has Vinogradov in his guard.#REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vinogradov trying to control but Askrew is working from the bottom.
Vinogradov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Askrew working for submissions but it's allowed Vinogradov to get to half guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Askrew defends it well. #T3#
Askrew avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Vinogradov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Askrew tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Vinogradov working for a submission but Askrew is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to isolate an arm here. Askrew doesn't see it coming and as Vinogradov extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Vinogradov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: The Island Season 12, 205 lbs, Round 3
Date: Aug 24, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Oliva gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Vinogradov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Oliva's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Oliva knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Vinogradov on the ground.
Oliva has Vinogradov pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Oliva is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Oliva manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Oliva's guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vinogradov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vinogradov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vinogradov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vinogradov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Oliva stands and throws Vinogradov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Vinogradov is trying to get back to half guard.
Oliva is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Vinogradov's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Oliva working away.
Oliva cracks Vinogradov with a big right hand but Vinogradov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Oliva is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Vinogradov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Oliva's best efforts.
Oliva with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Oliva thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
Vinogradov is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Oliva seems content to control.
Oliva has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Oliva is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.
Oliva sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Oliva looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Oliva sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Oliva takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Oliva continues to stall.
Oliva lands strikes from half guard.
Oliva controlling the action here.
Vinogradov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has his foot on Oliva's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Oliva works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Oliva doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oliva manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Vinogradov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oliva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oliva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4##SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oliva defends well.
Oliva advances position into side control!
Vinogradov seems a little lost for a moment, as Oliva dominates the positioning.
Vinogradov can't do much from the bottom here.
Oliva controlling from side mount.
Oliva throws an elbow but Vinogradov slips to the side and avoids it well.
Oliva advances to mount.
Oliva controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oliva fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Oliva controlling from the full mount.
Oliva lands a big shot there that rocks Vinogradov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Biscuit Oliva dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Vinogradov defending well as Oliva loads up on a big left hand.
Vinogradov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Oliva defends it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Oliva misses the target.
Vinogradov feints the counter takedown.
Oliva missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oliva looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Oliva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vinogradov can do to turn this around?
Vinogradov cracks Oliva with an open hand slap.
A slow jab from Oliva misses its intended target.
Oliva misses with a hook. Vinogradov ducked under it nicely.
Oliva cracks Vinogradov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Oliva lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vinogradov at a distance.
Oliva steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Oliva throws a body punch but Vinogradov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oliva cracks Vinogradov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Vinogradov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Oliva.
Vinogradov feints the counter takedown.
Oliva digs a good hook to Vinogradov's body. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Oliva. Vinogradov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A big left from Oliva misses.
The crowd cheers as Oliva lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vinogradov doesn't seem phased though.
Oliva misses the shot to the body.
Biscuit Oliva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vinogradov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Oliva.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Oliva throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.
A big right from Oliva misses.
Vinogradov's coach down at was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Vinogradov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Biscuit Oliva is winning the standup battle so far.
Oliva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oliva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oliva misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
Vinogradov slips under a jab.
Vinogradov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Biscuit Oliva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Oliva but Oliva pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Vinogradov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Oliva sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vinogradov somewhat.
Oliva is looking to counter punch.
Oliva rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Vinogradov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Oliva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Vinogradov seems to be looking for submissions.
Oliva wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Oliva is positioning himself well to prevent Vinogradov advancing to mount.
Oliva trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Oliva has managed to free his arm - good work.
Vinogradov trying to pass the guard but Oliva defending well. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Oliva doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinogradov.
Vinogradov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Vinogradov throwing shots but Oliva is blocking nicely.
The fighters are battling for position here. Oliva manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Oliva tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Oliva managing to control the position.
Oliva wants to sweep but no luck.
Oliva is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Oliva keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Oliva holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Oliva is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Oliva manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Oliva's guard.
Oliva is adopting a defensive guard.
Vinogradov is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Biscuit Oliva dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Oliva scores with a jab to the head.
Vinogradov goes for a double leg but Oliva avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Oliva continues to drive forward.
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov walks into a left hand. #TD2#
Vinogradov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Vinogradov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oliva is keeping the position for now.
Oliva wants to sweep here but Vinogradov controlling him for the moment.
Oliva is pulling down on Vinogradov's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Oliva has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Oliva is pushing down on Vinogradov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vinogradov is fighting to maintain full guard but Oliva has managed to sneak the leg through.
Vinogradov is trying to control but can't. #T1#
Oliva controlling the action here.
Vinogradov is trying to maintain the position but Oliva is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Oliva in particular looking to stall.
Vinogradov won't allow Oliva to pass to mount.
Vinogradov tries to get to full guard but Oliva has control of the leg.
Biscuit Oliva overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oliva stalling. #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.
Vinogradov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Oliva seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle but Oliva pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Oliva slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
More hug and hope from Oliva.#T3#
Sergey Vinogradov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oliva looking to pass the guard.
Oliva controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Vinogradov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oliva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Oliva is aware though and is defending well.
Oliva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oliva is looking to work some ground and pound but Vinogradov has wrist control.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle but Oliva pushes his legs off easily.
Vinogradov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Oliva controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oliva defends well.
Vinogradov being controlled here, momentarily.
Vinogradov trying to keep a closed guard but Oliva is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oliva is stalling in the full guard.

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 Biscuit Oliva.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Oliva, 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 Peter Branson scores the fight for Biscuit Oliva!
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight for Biscuit Oliva!
Judge David Hoff scores the fight for Biscuit Oliva!

Biscuit Oliva wins by unanimous decision!
Our winner, Biscuit Oliva, 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: The Island Season 12, 205 lbs, Round 2
Date: Aug 23, 2021

#R1#
Driver swings for the body but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Driver misses the shot to the body.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Driver takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Driver tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinogradov was well out of range. Poor timing from Driver.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Driver ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Driver's shoulder, as Driver tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Driver counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Driver misses the shot to the body.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Driver pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Driver throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Driver's head backwards.#TD2#
Vinogradov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Driver's half guard.
Driver is holding on to half guard well.#SUB2#
Vinogradov wants to work for an arm triangle but Driver is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Driver is looking for a sweep. Vinogradov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Driver is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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

#R1#
Vinogradov takes a swing at Saigon's ribcage but misses.
Saigon went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Saigon digs a good hook to Vinogradov's body.
Saigon loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Saigon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vinogradov circles away quickly and effectively.
Vinogradov throws out a loose jab but Saigon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Saigon on the side of the head.
Saigon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vinogradov throws out the jab.
Saigon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Saigon saw that one coming.
Saigon ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Saigon. #T1#
Saigon misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.#TD2#
Vinogradov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Vinogradov lands in his opponent's guard.
Vinogradov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Saigon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Saigon being controlled here, momentarily.
Saigon keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully.
Saigon pulls Vinogradov in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Vinogradov slips nicely into half guard.
Vinogradov wants to control but Saigon is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Saigon is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Saigon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Saigon is controlling Vinogradov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Saigon trying to hold on to Vinogradov's head to control him but Vinogradov postures up.
Vinogradov throws a strike but Saigon avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Vinogradov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Saigon working a defensive guard but Vinogradov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Saigon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Saigon really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3##SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Saigon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Saigon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Vinogradov working away.#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura but Saigon is defending well.
Sloppy strikes there by Vinogradov.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Vinogradov wants to control but Saigon is keeping him busy.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinogradov fails to land a wild elbow strike. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Saigon struggling a bit here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A lazy left from Vinogradov finds it's target.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Saigon.
It seemed like Vinogradov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Saigon defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand.
Saigon paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Saigon throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov lands a right hook to the body.
Saigon misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Saigon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
Vinogradov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
Good exchange - Saigon coming out on top.
Saigon throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Saigon saw that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Saigon misses the target.
Vinogradov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vinogradov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Saigon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Vinogradov scrambles back to his feet.
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Saigon. Saigon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Johnny Saigon is winning the standup battle so far.
Saigon defending well as Vinogradov loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Saigon moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Saigon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Saigon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Vinogradov looks to throw the jab but Saigon is out of range.
Saigon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Saigon gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saigon was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saigon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinogradov takes a swing at Saigon's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Saigon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Saigon lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Saigon misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Saigon throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Saigon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Saigon pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Saigon misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov throws out a counter right but Saigon avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
and Saigon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov's coach down at was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Vinogradov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Saigon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4##TD2#
Vinogradov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Saigon can't do much from the bottom here.
Vinogradov has control of an arm but Saigon manages to advance to Vinogradov's back!
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!
Saigon biding his time, controlling Vinogradov.
I really don't envy Vinogradov right now.
Vinogradov trying to control the action but Saigon just sinks the hooks in.
Vinogradov wants to escape the position.
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 Johnny Saigon will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Saigon napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Saigon sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saigon trying to hold on to Vinogradov's head to control him but Vinogradov postures up.
Saigon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Vinogradov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1#
Vinogradov trying to control the action but Saigon is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Saigon actively working from the bottom here.
Vinogradov works his way into full mount!
Vinogradov controlling his opponent.
Vinogradov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #SUB2#
Vinogradov working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Saigon looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Vinogradov! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Johnny Saigon had this to say: 'I come back and kick your ass.'.

Event: IXF LV
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1#
Niten is looking to clinch but Vinogradov is avoiding it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vinogradov! But no joy.
Niten moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
We've been told by Niten's head coaches at Tezâ€™s Stand N Bang ! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Niten tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Niten tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Vinogradov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Niten closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Niten tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinogradov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Niten.
Niten is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Niten saw that one coming.#CL#
Niten has taken the fight to the clinch.
Come on Niten - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Niten misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Niten is struggling to control the position.
Niten is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vinogradov is defending well for now.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vinogradov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Vinogradov manages to break the clinch.
Vinogradov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Niten tries to clinch up.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Niten tries to clinch but Vinogradov moves out of range.
It seemed like Vinogradov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2##CL#
Niten moves into range and clinches up with Vinogradov.#BC2#
Vinogradov breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Niten clinches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Niten stalling against the cage.
Vinogradov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Vinogradov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Good exchange - Vinogradov coming out on top.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Niten slips the punch.#T3#
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Niten.
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Niten. #CL#
Niten closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Niten misses with a body punch.
Vinogradov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Niten's elbow.
Niten tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinogradov's elbow.
A hook to the body from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Niten misses with a punch on the inside.
Vinogradov avoiding damage as Niten throws knees to the body.
A bit of stalling here from Niten. #BC2#
Vinogradov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vinogradov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T4#
Niten uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vinogradov.
Niten takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Niten is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vinogradov! But no joy.
Vinogradov looks to land a left hand but Niten moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov clobbers Niten with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Niten tries to clinch up but Vinogradov circles away and keeps his distance.
Vinogradov missing with a left hand there. Niten was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Niten tries to counter by clinching up but Vinogradov breaks away and moves out of range.
Niten tries to clinch there but Vinogradov circles away.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Niten blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Niten wants to clinch up but Vinogradov keeps it at a distance.
Vinogradov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Niten wants to clinch
and Vinogradov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Niten pushes Vinogradov up against the cage in a clinch.
Niten is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vinogradov is defending well for now.
Niten misses with a hook to the ribs.
Niten tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Niten misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov pressing his opponent against the cage.
A hook to the body from Vinogradov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov can't find room to land a body shot as Niten controls the action.
Vinogradov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Niten's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Niten will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Vinogradov up against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Niten - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Vinogradov tries to throw a body punch but Niten avoids it by throwing Vinogradov back against the cage.
Vinogradov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Doraku Niten has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vinogradov tries to throw a body punch but Niten avoids it by throwing Vinogradov back against the cage.
Niten swings wildly with an uppercut but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Niten stalls.
Niten throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Vinogradov blocks it with crossed arms.
Niten taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vinogradov tries to throw a body punch but Niten avoids it by throwing Vinogradov back against the cage.
Vinogradov misses with a punch to the body.
Niten throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Vinogradov blocks it with crossed arms.
Niten stalling the fight.
The referee is keeping an eye on Niten - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Doraku Niten.
Vinogradov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Niten tries to clinch but Vinogradov moves away
and Niten takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Vinogradov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Niten fails in his attempt to clinch.
Niten tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinogradov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Niten tries to clinch there but Vinogradov circles away.
Niten tries to clinch but Vinogradov moves away
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Niten tries to clinch but Vinogradov moves out of range.
Niten tries to clinch there but Vinogradov circles away.
Niten tries to clinch up but Vinogradov circles away and keeps his distance.
Niten tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand.
Niten tries to clinch up
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Niten tries to clinch but Vinogradov is having none of it.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Niten.
Niten fails in his attempt to clinch.
Niten tries to clinch there but Vinogradov circles away.
Niten tries to clinch but Vinogradov moves away
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Niten tries to clinch up.
Doraku Niten seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Niten looks to clinch
and Vinogradov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jab, jab by Vinogradov - just one landing.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Niten's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Niten fails in his attempt to clinch.
Niten moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Vinogradov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Niten has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Niten there as he acknowledges the shot.
Vinogradov misses with a hook.
Niten tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinogradov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vinogradov just misses with a punch to the body.
Niten seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Niten moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niten fails in his attempt to clinch.
Niten tries to clinch
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Niten tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov dips to his left and cracks Niten with an uppercut!#T1#
Niten blocks a jab.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Niten staying out of range there.
Niten wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Niten moves in looking to clinch but Vinogradov pushes him off.
Niten is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Niten darts in trying to clinch
and Vinogradov counters with a three punch combo that has Niten backing up. Niten nods at Vinogradov to acknowledge the strikes.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Niten saw that one coming.#CL#
Niten gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Doraku Niten has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Vinogradov can't find room to land a body shot as Niten controls the action.
Niten is pushing Vinogradov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Niten has Vinogradov pressed against the cage.
Vinogradov tries a body shot but Niten blocks it.
Niten is struggling to control the position.
Niten holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Niten goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Niten using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vinogradov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sergey Vinogradov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Vinogradov misses with a body punch.
Niten leaning his opponent against the cage.
Niten is stalling here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Doraku Niten.#CL#
Niten forces Vinogradov back against the cage and clinches.
Niten misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov wants to stall.
Niten with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T4#
Niten with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Vinogradov lands with a right to the head.
Niten pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Vinogradov can't find room to land a body shot as Niten controls the action.
Niten tries a body shot but Vinogradov blocks it.
Vinogradov tries a body shot but Niten blocks it.
Niten tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vinogradov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Niten has him pressed against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A bit of stalling here from Niten.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Vinogradov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Niten throws an elbow but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Vinogradov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Vinogradov!
Our winner, Sergey Vinogradov, 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: IXF LII
Date: Jul 31, 2021

#R1#
Blatz just misses with a punch to the body.
Blatz misses with a left hand
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand.
Blatz closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Blatz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
A jab lands there for Vinogradov.
We've been told by Blatz's head coaches at Acme Island Savages that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Blatz tries to bum rush Vinogradov with a series of wild strikes but Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Blatz misses with a few strikes there.
Blatz takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Vinogradov throws a lazy right hand but Blatz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
Blatz moves away from the strike by Vinogradov.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vinogradov is defended easily by Blatz.
A little feinted left hand from Blatz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Blatz saw that one coming.#T1#
A jab from Blatz misses.
Blatz throws a lazy uppercut
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blatz is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Vinogradov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Blatz fails to land with a series of punches.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vinogradov moves out of range as Blatz strikes.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Blatz blocks it.
Blatz misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov throws out a counter right but Blatz avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Blatz.
Blatz throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
Blatz tests Vinogradov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A jab from Vinogradov misses.
Blatz throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Blatz throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Blatz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Blatz throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
Blatz misses with a double jab
and Vinogradov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blatz.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vinogradov! But no joy.#T2#
A punch combination from Blatz misses.
Blatz takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Blatz misses the body punch
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!
Blatz misses with a shot to the body
and Blatz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Blatz.
Blatz throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Vinogradov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Blatz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blatz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying for a kimura here. Blatz looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Vinogradov wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Vinogradov!
A victorious Sergey Vinogradov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: IXF XLVII
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Marajoara clinches with his opponent.
Vinogradov can't get the takedown.
Marajoara working aggressively here.
Marajoara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Marajoara pushes off an throws an elbow but Vinogradov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Marajoara throws an elbow but it misses.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike.
Marajoara misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vinogradov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vinogradov avoids a wild elbow strike from Marajoara.
Marajoara struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinogradov controls his hands.
Vinogradov fails to pull guard. #T1#
Vinogradov lands a body shot.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Marajoara creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Vinogradov's defenses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vinogradov.
Marajoara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marajoara lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Marajoara told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Vinogradov avoids the elbow strike from Marajoara, against the cage.
Vinogradov trying to control the position but instead, Marajoara has worked for underhooks and has pushed Vinogradov into the cage.
Vinogradov dodges an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Marajoara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike.
Marajoara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marajoara pushes off an throws an elbow but Vinogradov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T2#
Marajoara pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Marajoara creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Vinogradov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marajoara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marajoara pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Marajoara creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Marajoara is struggling to control the position.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Marajoara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vinogradov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Marajoara prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marajoara throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Marajoara pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Marajoara throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Vinogradov has been working on his balance at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Marajoara.#T3#
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Marajoara misses with an elbow over the top.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Marajoara just misses with a elbow thrown towards Vinogradov's brow.
Marajoara lands a damaging elbow.
Marajoara misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Marajoara just misses with a elbow thrown towards Vinogradov's brow.
Marajoara throws a head punch that misses.
Marajoara gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vinogradov blocks the elbow strike.
Vinogradov tries to work over Marajoara's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Marajoara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marajoara throws a punch but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov dodges an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Vinogradov blocks an uppercut.
Vinogradov can't get the takedown. #T4#
Vinogradov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marajoara creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Marajoara blocks a body shot from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Marajoara swings wildly with an uppercut but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marajoara looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Marajoara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marajoara has a couple of punches blocked by Vinogradov.
Marajoara misses with an elbow over the top.
Marajoara misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marajoara throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov dodges an elbow strike from Marajoara.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marajoara.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ananatuba Marajoara dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Marajoara wants to clinch up but Vinogradov keeps it at a distance.
A counter left hand to the body from Vinogradov misses its target.#CL2#
Marajoara closes the distance and clinches.
Marajoara misses with a punch to the body.
Marajoara misses with a punch to the body.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike.
Marajoara throws an elbow but it misses.
Vinogradov tries a body shot but Marajoara blocks it.
Vinogradov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marajoara lands an elbow inside.
Marajoara misses with an elbow over the top.
Marajoara throws an elbow but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov is trying to break the clinch but Marajoara has him pressed against the cage.
Marajoara is pushing Vinogradov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Marajoara throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T1#
Marajoara lands a nice elbow.
Marajoara lands an elbow inside that Vinogradov shrugs off.
Marajoara creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Vinogradov's defenses.
Vinogradov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Vinogradov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vinogradov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marajoara pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Marajoara pushes Vinogradov up against the cage in a clinch.
Vinogradov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vinogradov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Marajoara manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Vinogradov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marajoara's elbow.
Marajoara throws an elbow that misses.
Marajoara prevents a body shot from Vinogradov.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Marajoara just misses with a elbow thrown towards Vinogradov's brow.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Vinogradov tries to work over Marajoara's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Marajoara lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Vinogradov avoids the elbow strike from Marajoara, against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Marajoara throws an elbow but misses.
Marajoara has a couple of punches blocked by Vinogradov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marajoara throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T3#
Marajoara can't find room to land a body shot as Vinogradov controls the action.
Marajoara lands an elbow just above Vinogradov 's eye.
Marajoara looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Marajoara creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch on the inside from Marajoara fails to land.
Marajoara throws a head punch that misses.
Vinogradov tries to throw a body punch but Marajoara avoids it by throwing Vinogradov back against the cage.
Marajoara creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Marajoara has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marajoara tries to throw a body punch but Vinogradov avoids it by throwing Marajoara back against the cage.
Vinogradov avoids the elbow strike from Marajoara, against the cage.
Marajoara misses with a punch to the body.
Marajoara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vinogradov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marajoara's elbow.
Marajoara throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara. #T4#
Marajoara creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Vinogradov blocks the elbow strike.
Marajoara works on Vinogradov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike.
Vinogradov can't find room to land a body shot as Marajoara controls the action.
Marajoara lands a nice elbow.
Vinogradov tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Vinogradov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vinogradov blocks an elbow strike from Marajoara.
Vinogradov swings wildly with an uppercut but Marajoara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov avoids the elbow strike from Marajoara, against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marajoara prevents a body shot from Vinogradov. #BC#
Vinogradov breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ananatuba Marajoara showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Vinogradov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Marajoara is trying to improve his position.
An elbow from Vinogradov crashes against the mat. #SUB#
Vinogradov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Vinogradov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marajoara keeps working.
Marajoara is looking for a sweep.
Vinogradov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marajoara is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Vinogradov is looking to take a break and control but Marajoara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marajoara looks to move to half guard but instead Vinogradov has passed into mount! Damn!#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Marajoara is surviving well by controlling Vinogradov's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Marajoara tries to improve his position but Vinogradov has taken his back! Vinogradov has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Marajoara tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Vinogradov pushes Marajoara away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergey Vinogradov!
A very excited looking Sergey Vinogradov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: IXF XLIII
Date: Jul 04, 2021

#R1#
Moans moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Moans throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Moans throws a looping overhand right but Vinogradov ducks down to avoid it.
Vinogradov throws a combination. Moans tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moans.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Moans enables Vinogradov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Moans manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Moans is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Moans manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Moans's guard.
Moans avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Moans keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully.
Moans is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Moans looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1##SUB#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Moans keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Vinogradov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vinogradov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vinogradov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Moans keeps moving. #SUB#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Vinogradov 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. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vinogradov is looking to work some ground and pound but Moans has wrist control.
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Moans is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Moans really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinogradov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Vinogradov stops Moans from standing up.
Vinogradov is looking to work some ground and pound but Moans has wrist control.
Moans keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Vinogradov scores with a takedown into Moans's guard.

Moans pushes Vinogradov off and scrambles back to his feet. #T3#
Moans throws a front kick aimed at Vinogradov's knee but Vinogradov avoids it well.
Vinogradov lunges at Moans with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Moans's hand.
A shot to the liver by Vinogradov. Beautiful body shot.
Moans looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Moans swings widly with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov with a nice cross.
Vinogradov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Moans misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a straight right hand.
Moans wants to land a leg kick but Vinogradov is out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov cracks Moans with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've been informed that Moans has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Moans misses with a low kick.
The crowd cheers as Vinogradov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Moans doesn't seem phased though.
Vinogradov looks to land a right hand but Moans moved out of range.
Moans is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Moans avoids it easily.
Moans is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Moans waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.#T4#
Moans misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a wild body shot.
Vinogradov blocks a head kick by Moans.
Moans throws out a loose jab but Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinogradov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A telegraphed right hand from Moans misses the target.
A big left from Moans misses.
Moans takes a jab right on the kisser.
A slow jab from Moans misses its intended target. #TD#
Vinogradov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Moans sprawls well initially but Vinogradov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Moans is holding on to half guard well.
Moans tries to get to full guard but Vinogradov has control of the leg. #SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but Moans is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vinogradov to get the leverage. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Moans has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Vinogradov scores with a jab.
Vinogradov throws a hook but Moans avoids it easily.
Moans throws a chopping leg kick but Vinogradov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Moans misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vinogradov.
Moans tries to move into range but Vinogradov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Moans walks into a left hand.
A lazy left from Vinogradov finds it's target.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Moans enables Vinogradov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Moans manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Vinogradov trying to control the position from guard on top but Moans is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Moans is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Moans manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Moans's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Moans can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1##SUB#
Vinogradov 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.#SUB#
Vinogradov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vinogradov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sergey Vinogradov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Vinogradov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vinogradov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vinogradov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Vinogradov pushes down on Moans's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vinogradov trying to control the action but Moans is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2##SUB#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Moans defends it well. #SUB#
Vinogradov seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Moans is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sergey Vinogradov!
A relieved looking Sergey Vinogradov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: IXF XXXV
Date: Jun 13, 2021

#R1#
Boy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Boy's hands.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vinogradov manages to circle out of the way.
Boy ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Boy slips a straight right by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov's coach down at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Vinogradov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Vinogradov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Boy. Boy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Boy's shoulder, as Boy tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Boy gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
Boy has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Vinogradov is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Boy yanks on the arm and Vinogradov is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Boy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jhonny Boy!

Event: IXF XXX
Date: May 30, 2021

#R1#
Vinogradov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fodder catches Vinogradov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vinogradov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Vinogradov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A quick step to the side and Fodder tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinogradov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fodder.
Fodder with a nice cross.
Fodder with a jab.
Fodder uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Fodder misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown
enabling Fodder to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Vinogradov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Vinogradov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
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!#SUB2#
Vinogradov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Fodder has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Vinogradov but great work by Fodder.#T1#
Vinogradov prevents Fodder from improving position.
Vinogradov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Vinogradov wants to improve his position but Fodder is controlling well.
Vinogradov is trying to maintain the position but Fodder is very close to passing his half guard.
Fodder seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Vinogradov gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Vinogradov keeping moving, preventing Fodder from controlling successfully.
Fodder trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Vinogradov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fodder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a triangle but Fodder pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vinogradov pushes a forearm under Fodder's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Fodder is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: IXF XXVI
Date: May 19, 2021

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vinogradov is defended easily by Hand.
Vinogradov staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Vinogradov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vinogradov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Hand slips a jab from Vinogradov.
Hand was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Vinogradov with that takedown attempt.
Hand throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.#T1#
Vinogradov dives in for a single leg takedown but Hand sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Diamond Hand has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown
and Hand counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vinogradov thinking.
Hand definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hand throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
letting Hand counter with a right hand.
Diamond Hand is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Hand saw that one coming.
A counter left hand to the body from Hand misses its target.#T2#
Vinogradov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hand counters with a right hand to the body.
Vinogradov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hand pinned against the cage. Hand gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hand swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vinogradov dives in and grabs Hand's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hand pushes down on Vinogradov's head and hops out.
Hand swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Hand counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vinogradov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
Vinogradov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hand tries to avoid it but Vinogradov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hand to the ground. Hand escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hand is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vinogradov defending well as Hand loads up on a big left hand.
A countering left hand to the body from Vinogradov misses.
Hand lands a nice shot that snaps Vinogradov's head back.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hand misses the jab.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vinogradov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hand is fending him off so far but Vinogradov persists. Nope, Hand circles away and we're back to standing.
Hand keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Hand ducks under a wild hook from Vinogradov.
Hand misses with an uppercut.
Vinogradov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinogradov has a takedown stuffed.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hand swivels and escapes.
A little feinted left hand from Hand on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vinogradov fails to land the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diamond Hand dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hand ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vinogradov! But no joy.
Vinogradov misses with a right hand
and Hand connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Hand counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hand is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vinogradov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hand keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
An attempted straight right counter from Hand misses the target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hand darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a lazy uppercut
and Hand counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vinogradov loads up on a big right hand but Hand slips the punch.
Hand was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hand steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vinogradov.
Hand throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Hand takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Hand avoids the punch easily.
Hand throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Hand swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vinogradov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Vinogradov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hand takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Hand throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Vinogradov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Hand ducks down to avoid it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Vinogradov might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Hand has got the better of the exchanges.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Hand. Beautiful body shot.
Vinogradov thuds his right hand into Hand's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hand moves out of range as Vinogradov strikes.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinogradov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hand sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vinogradov throws a right hand that misses
and Hand counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Hand saw that one coming.
Diamond Hand is winning the standup battle so far.
Good shot there by Vinogradov.#T4#
Hand loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Jab, jab by Vinogradov - just one landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
Hand was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big right from Hand misses.
It seemed like Vinogradov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hand loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hand slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
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 Diamond Hand will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vinogradov slips under a jab from Hand.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Vinogradov scores with a nice right hand.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
Hand looks to land a combination but Vinogradov avoids it well.
A little jabbing left from Vinogradov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov throws a lazy uppercut
and Hand counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov misses the jab.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Vinogradov there.
Vinogradov misses with a looping right.
Hand throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Hand blocks a jab.
Vinogradov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hand pinned against the cage. Hand gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
No luck for Vinogradov with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Hand slips under a jab from Vinogradov.
A little feinted left hand from Hand on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hand works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Vinogradov has his takedown stuffed
letting Hand counter with a right hand.
Diamond Hand has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.#TD2#
Vinogradov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Vinogradov lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Vinogradov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sergey Vinogradov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Hand keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully.
Vinogradov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Vinogradov advances position into side control!
Diamond Hand is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vinogradov misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Vinogradov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hand, who protects the arm well.
Hand is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vinogradov can do to turn this around?
Vinogradov working away.#T4##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vinogradov trying to control the action but Hand is working from the bottom.
Hand on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hand tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vinogradov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Vinogradov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vinogradov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hand is not content to let Vinogradov control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hand 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diamond Hand!
Diamond Hand decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: IXF XXI
Date: May 05, 2021

#R1##TD#
Vinogradov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Niten to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Niten keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Vinogradov's head.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Niten is aware though and is defending well.
Niten wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving.
Niten wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Niten doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Niten manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Niten passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Vinogradov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Niten knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Vinogradov on the ground.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Niten trying to control from half guard but Vinogradov is working away. #T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back.
Niten working over Vinogradov with some ground and pound. Vinogradov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Niten landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Niten is nestled in close to Vinogradov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Vinogradov is trying to control but can't.
Ground and pound from Niten.
Vinogradov moves into full guard.
Niten trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Niten with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Niten pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vinogradov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has his foot on Niten's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Niten works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Vinogradov looking for a sweep. Not yet Vinogradov, not yet.
Niten tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard.
Vinogradov looking to control. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Niten trying to control the position from guard on top but Vinogradov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Niten postures up.
Niten tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Niten is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Niten seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T3#
Niten landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Niten defends easily.
Niten has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Vinogradov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Niten doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Niten manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Niten passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Vinogradov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Niten content to control rather than advance.
Nice strikes from Niten there. #T4#
Niten wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vinogradov keeps working.
Niten is looking to advance position but Vinogradov won't allow it. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Niten is tapping! Great win for Vinogradov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sergey Vinogradov!
A less than humble Sergey Vinogradov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: IXF XVII
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Montana lands with a cross.
Montana misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Vinogradov counters with a single leg into guard. Montana didn't expect that.
Vinogradov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Montana swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vinogradov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vinogradov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Vinogradov stands and throws Montana's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Montana wants to get back to his feet.
Montana knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Vinogradov on the ground.#SUB2#
Vinogradov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Vinogradov has hold of Montana's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Montana tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Vinogradov cranks the arm and Montana screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Montana, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: IXF XII
Date: Apr 10, 2021

#R1#
Good leg kick by Legend.
Legend feints and then cracks Vinogradov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vinogradov down.
Good leg kick by Legend.
Legend swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Vinogradov tries to counter it with a takedown but Legend pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Legend throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Vinogradov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Legend keeping moving, preventing Vinogradov from controlling successfully.
Legend on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Legend tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Legend is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Legend manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Legend's guard.
Vinogradov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Legend isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Vinogradov stacks Legend on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Vinogradov!#SUB2#
Vinogradov has hold of Legend's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Legend seems comfortable defending it but Vinogradov has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Legend is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Legend is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Vinogradov couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergey Vinogradov!

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