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Event:
Madness Fright Night 4
Date: Apr 10, 2021 |
#R1#
McPunchist lands the left hand.#CUT#It looks like Slava Genov has been cut.
McPunchist feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Genovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McPunchist looks to land a right hand but Genov moved out of range.
McPunchist throws an overhand right that lands on Genov's shoulder, as Genov tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Genov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McPunchist works Genov's body with a nice hook.
Genov looks winded!#CL#
McPunchist closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
McPunchist presses Genov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McPunchist throws a punch but it's blocked by Genov.
McPunchist fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McPunchist lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McPunchist misses with some punches.
McPunchist lands a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McPunchist lands with a right to the head.
McPunchist lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McPunchist throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Genovs head.
McPunchist working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Genov blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McPunchist.
Genov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
A short right from McPunchist.
McPunchist throws a head punch that misses.
McPunchist stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McPunchist lands a left hand.
McPunchist misses with some punches.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Genov has eaten all the pies!#KD#
McPunchist drops Genov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Genov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#Genov is rocked!#KD#
McPunchist drops Genov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Genov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Genov is still on wobbly legs! Can McPunchist finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Genov blocks an uppercut.
McPunchist swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McPunchist dips a shoulder and cracks Genov with a mighty uppercut! Genov falls back against the cage and McPunchist unloads with a barrage of strikes! Genov is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - McPunchist screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Punchy McPunchist!
Punchy McPunchist 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. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1043 Round 4
Date: Mar 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Genov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Mendeleev darts in and clinches Genov up against the cage.
Mendeleev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mendeleev is trying to pull guard but Genov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Genov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mendeleev has Genov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Genov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Mendeleev wants to take the fight to the mat but Genov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Mendeleev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mendeleev is trying to pull guard but Genov has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendeleev tries for a takedown but Genov manages to get underhooks.
Mendeleev scores with a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Slava Genov has been cut.
Genov wants to get back to striking at distance but Mendeleev won't allow it.
Mendeleev is trying to maintain a safe position but Genov gets an underhook and turns Mendeleev into the cage.#BC#
Mendeleev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Mendeleev tries to clinch up but Genov circles away and keeps his distance.
Mendeleev darts in looking for a takedown but Genov gets double underhooks and turns Mendeleev into the cage.
Despite the aggression on Genov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Genov managing to block the knees to the body from Mendeleev.
Mendeleev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Genov's elbow.
Genov is trying to break the clinch but Mendeleev has him pressed against the cage.
Mendeleev tries a body shot but Genov blocks it.
Genov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Genov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mendeleev has him pressed against the cage.
Mendeleev jumps guard but Genov stands there with Mendeleev around his waist. Mendeleev gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mendeleev avoiding damage.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#BC#
Mendeleev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Genov prevents the takedown attempt.
Mendeleev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Genov stops a takedown attempt from Mendeleev.
Mendeleev is trying to pull guard but Genov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Mendeleev is looking for a takedown.
Mendeleev throws a punch but it's blocked by Genov.
Genov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mendeleev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Genov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#T3##BC#
Mendeleev manages to break the clinch.
Mendeleev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mendeleev takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Mendeleev darts in looking for a takedown but Genov gets double underhooks and turns Mendeleev into the cage.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Genov has eaten all the pies!
Mendeleev trying to stall but Genov improves his position.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Mendeleev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Genov stuffs the takedown.
Genov unleashes a big counter combination but Mendeleev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mendeleev dodges the punch combination from Genov.
#T4#
Genov misses with the combination.
Genov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Genov wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Mendeleev rushes Genov and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Mendeleev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheers as Genov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mendeleev doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Genov connects with a body shot that sends Mendeleev's belly button to the back.
Genov looks to land a combination but Mendeleev avoids it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slava Genov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Slava Genov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Mendeleev is trying hard to land a takedown here. Genov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mendeleev shoots for a double leg takedown but Genov sprawls well. He's pushed Mendeleev's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Genov scores with a hook to the body. Mendeleev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Genov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mendeleev circles away quickly and effectively.
Albert Mendeleev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Genov misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Genov tests Mendeleev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Genov throws a hook but Mendeleev blocks it.
Mendeleev tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Genov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Genov throws a right and a left that Mendeleev avoids nicely.
Nice takedown defense from Genov. No joy for Mendeleev on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Mendeleev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mendeleev wants to clinch.
Genov swinging wildly here.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mendeleev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A nice combination there by Genov.
Mendeleev tries to close the distance and clinch up but Genov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Genov throws a counter combo.
Genov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mendeleev.
Genov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Slava Genov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Mendeleev dodges the punch combination from Genov.
Genov tests Mendeleev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Slava Genov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Genov throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mendeleev is defended easily by Genov.#T4##CL2#
Genov drives through and clinches with Mendeleev against the cage.
Genov wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC#
Mendeleev breaks from the clinch.
Mendeleev fails in his attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Genov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Genov throws a leg kick but Mendeleev moved away.#CL#
Mendeleev gets in close and instigates a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slava Genov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Slava Genov'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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Mendeleev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Genov.
Mendeleev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Genov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Genov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mendeleev tries to clinch up but Genov circles away and keeps his distance.
Sloppy strikes from Mendeleev. Those never looked like landing.
Genov unleashes a big counter combination but Mendeleev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Genov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendeleev throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Genov's head.
Genov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mendeleev tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Genov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mendeleev will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T1#
Mendeleev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Genov.
Genov misses with a wild combination.
Mendeleev throws a big counter combination but Genov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Genov cracks Mendeleev with a right hand to the side of the head.
Genov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mendeleev backs up against the cage.
Mendeleev fails with the takedown.#T2#
Mendeleev tries to clinch there but Genov circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mendeleev.
Genov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Albert Mendeleev. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Mendeleev clinches.
Mendeleev holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Mendeleev lands a right hand. #T3#
Mendeleev is trying to pull guard but Genov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Genov managing to block the knees to the body from Mendeleev.
Mendeleev trying to control the position but instead, Genov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mendeleev into the cage.
Mendeleev jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Genov walks away with a smile on his face. Mendeleev gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Mendeleev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Genov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Genov misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
Mendeleev shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mendeleev shoots in and drives through. Genov sprawls well.
Genov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mendeleev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Genov thinking.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Genov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Albert Mendeleev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slava Genov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mendeleev misses with a wild body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Slava Genov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Genov 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Slava Genov wins by unanimous decision!
Slava Genov decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1043 Round 3
Date: Mar 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Genov throws a looping overhand right but Reicht ducks down to avoid it.
Genov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Genov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Reicht keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Genov leaves Reicht with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Genov looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Reicht doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reicht fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Genov avoids it really well and circles away.
No joy there for Reicht, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Genov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Reicht throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Genov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Reicht thinking.
Reicht dives in for a single leg takedown but Genov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Slava Genov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harmon Reicht.
Genov scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#It looks like Harmon Reicht has been cut.
Genov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Reicht sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Reicht tries to counter with a clinch but Genov shakes him off and moves away.
Reicht tries to clinch there but Genov circles away.
Reicht tries for a takedown but Genov circles away easily
and Genov counters with a nice uppercut.
Genov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Reicht.
Reicht fails with the takedown
and Genov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2##KD#
Genov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Reicht sprawling to the canvas! Reicht rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Genov finish him?!
#ROC#Reicht is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Reicht throws a combination that misses
and Genov counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Reicht out cold! What a finish! Genov 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 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Slava Genov!
Slava Genov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1043 Round 2
Date: Mar 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Ladd shoots in looking for a takedown but Genov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ladd's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Genov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ladd swivels and escapes.
A low kick lands for Ladd.
Ladd darts in looking for a takedown but Genov gets double underhooks and turns Ladd into the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#TD#
Ladd manages to pull guard.
Ladd pulls Genov in close to prevent any damage.
Ladd looking for a sweep. Not yet Ladd, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ladd holds on and takes a little breather.
Genov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Genov wants to stand but Ladd is controlling his posture from full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Ladd keeping moving, preventing Genov from controlling successfully.
Ladd 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.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Genov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ladd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Genov has managed to clinch.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ladd is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Genov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hefty Ladd. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ladd is trying to pull guard but Genov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ladd jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Genov walks away with a smile on his face. Ladd gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Genov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A low kick from Ladd is predictable there
and Genov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Genov has eaten all the pies!
Genov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ladd as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Ladd manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Genov on his heels. He'll look to pass Genov's guard now, I'm sure.
Genov looks winded!#T3#
Ladd engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ladd stands up over Genov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Ladd is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Genov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Genov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Ladd looking to hit a scissor sweep but Genov is one step ahead there. #T4#
Ladd has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Genov won't allow Ladd to sweep him here.
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 Hefty Ladd will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Genov leaves Ladd with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
As Ladd backs off Genov throws a huge counter combo but Ladd manages to avoid it all.
Genov shoots in but Ladd avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Genov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ladd sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Genov somewhat.
Ladd throws a sloppy head kick and Genov moves out of range easily.
Hefty Ladd 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.
Ladd misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Genov closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Ladd has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Genov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hefty Ladd. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ladd drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Genov breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Genov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ladd wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2#
Genov manages to break the clinch.
Ladd shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Genov sprawls well. Genov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ladd gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Ladd misses with a takedown
and Genov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ladd misses with a takedown attempt
letting Genov counter with a right hand.
Ladd shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Genov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ladd tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ladd misses the jab.
Nice sprawl there from Genov as Ladd shoots in.#T3#
Ladd looks for a takedown but Genov sprawls well.#CL2#
Genov clinches up against the cage.
Genov blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ladd.
Genov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ladd.
Ladd wants a takedown.
#T4#
Ladd tries to score a body lock takedown but Genov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Ladd has Genov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Ladd pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Genov tumbling to the mat - Ladd dives into Genov's guard.
Ladd working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Genov's head.
Ladd lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ladd trying to control the position from guard on top but Genov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ladd working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slava Genov 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##TD#
Genov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ladd trying to control but Genov is working from the bottom.
Genov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ladd trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ladd has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ladd 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Genov pushes Ladd off and gets back to his feet.
#T1##CL#
Ladd clinches.
Ladd wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Genov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ladd is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Genov to the mat. Genov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Genov pushes Ladd off and scrambles back to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Genov. No joy for Ladd on that attempt. #TD#
Ladd looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Genov kicks off Ladd and gets to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Ladd moves into the clinch successfully.
Ladd stalling the fight.
Ladd looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hefty Ladd. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Genov breaks the clinch.
Ladd fails with a takedown attempt.
Hefty Ladd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Ladd closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ladd lands in his opponent's guard.
Genov wriggles free and stands up. #T3##CL#
Ladd clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Genov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Ladd forces Genov back against the cage and clinches.
Ladd is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Genov is defending well for now.#TD#
Ladd tightens his grip and picks Genov up, before dumping him to the ground. Genov manages to land in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ladd scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ladd will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ladd wants to control from the top but Genov keeps moving.
Genov being controlled here, momentarily.
Genov wants to stand but Ladd is controlling the position.
Ladd cracks Genov with a solid left hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Slava Genov.
Well Genov 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Slava Genov wins by unanimous decision!
Slava Genov 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. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1043 Round 1
Date: Mar 10, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Genov gets a takedown into half guard.
Hernandez pushes Genov off but Genov dives into side control.
Hernandez trying to control but Genov flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Genov has eaten all the pies!
Genov controls the action.
Hernandez turns into Genov and is now in his guard.
Hernandez wants to pass the guard but Genov is keeping the position.
Hernandez trying to control but Genov is working from the bottom. #T1##ES2#
Genov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Hernandez is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Genov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#TD2#
Genov drags the fight down to the ground.
#ES2#
Genov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Hernandez is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Hernandez tries for a takedown but Genov manages to get underhooks.
Genov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hernandez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Genov smiles and moves away.
Hernandez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Genov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jonathan Hernandez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Hernandez shoots for a takedown but Genov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2#
Hernandez gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Genov stands up from Hernandez's guard - Genov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Genov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hernandez lands a jab to the head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hernandez is defended easily by Genov.
Genov tries to counter by closing the distance.#T3##CL#
Hernandez has Genov up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Genov pulls Hernandez into guard.
Genov keeping moving, preventing Hernandez from controlling successfully.
Genov has control of Hernandez's left arm, preventing Hernandez from doing any damage. #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.#ES2#
Genov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Hernandez off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL#
Hernandez clinches up with Genov and pushes him back against the cage.
Hernandez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Genov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Hernandez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Genov walks away with a smile on his face. Hernandez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hernandez doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD2#
and Genov counters with a crisp one two that drops Hernandez! Genov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Hernandez to his feet! Hernandez is in big trouble!#CL#
Hernandez clinches up with Genov and pushes him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slava Genov 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#
Genov throws a head kick that misses.
Hernandez looks for a takedown but Genov sprawls well.#CL#
Hernandez clinches.
A hook to the body from Genov.
A right hook to the body lands for Genov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hernandez tries to work over Genov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hernandez wants a takedown but no success here.
Hernandez tries to break free but Genov pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Hernandez tries to pull guard but Genov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jonathan Hernandez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Genov as Hernandez tries to tie him up. #TD2#
Genov has clasped his hands together around Hernandez's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hernandez gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hernandez wants to improve his position but Genov is controlling well.
#SU2#
Genov stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #CL2#
Genov rushes Hernandez and presses him up against the cage.
Genov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Genov leaning against his opponent.
Genov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD2#
Genov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Genov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short left from Genov.
Hernandez is trying to drag Genov to the mat but Genov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hernandez trying to control the position but instead, Genov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hernandez into the cage.#T3#
Hernandez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Genov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hernandez is trying to pull guard but Genov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Genov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Genov is struggling to control the position.
Hernandez has had enough of the clinch but Genov keeps him there for the moment.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#BC2#
Genov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Hernandez has Genov up against the cage in a clinch.
Hernandez tries for a takedown but Genov manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Genov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hernandez regains guard.
#SU2#
Genov stands up and waves to Hernandez to follow him.
Hernandez misses with an attempted mid kick.
Genov wants to counter with a clinch but Hernandez pushes him away.#CL#
Hernandez gets a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hernandez holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Hernandez throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Genov blocks it with crossed arms.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slava Genov 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#
Hernandez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Genov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SU2#
Genov escapes and gets back to his feet.
Genov throws a looping overhand right but Hernandez ducks down to avoid it.
Hernandez looks for a takedown but Genov sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hernandez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jonathan Hernandez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##CL#
Hernandez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Genov, pushing him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Genov.
#BC2#
Genov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hernandez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Genov avoids it really well and circles away.
Genov stuffs the takedown.
Genov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD2#
Genov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2##SUB2#
Genov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Genov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SU2#
Genov gets to his feet. Hernandez looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Hernandez misses with a takedown attempt - Genov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hernandez tries a head kick but it misses.
Genov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hernandez dodges the punch combination from Genov.
Hernandez misses with a takedown attempt
and Genov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Genov scores with a nice right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hernandez.
Hernandez misses with a wild body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Genov. No joy for Hernandez on that attempt.
Genov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Genov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Hernandez's half guard.#SU2#
Genov gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Hernandez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Genov circles away.
Hernandez closes the distance and clinches up with Genov, looking for a takedown. Hernandez pushes Genov against the cage but Genov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4##CL#
Hernandez has managed to clinch.
Hernandez lands an uppercut.
Hernandez is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hernandez wants to break free but Genov has control.
Hernandez looking to stall.
Hernandez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Genov just stands there and leans against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Genov works on Hernandez's body with a couple of short punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Slava Genov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Genov 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Slava Genov!
Slava Genov wins by unanimous decision!
Slava Genov 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. |
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