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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 23, 2024 |
#R1#
Glass avoids a kick to the body.
Glass chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Markovic can pounce on him.
Markovic is looking to slow Glass down with leg kicks.
Markovic sizes up Glass with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Glass misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic throws a predictable looking body shot
and Glass counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Glass sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glass on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nice sprawl there from Markovic as Glass shoots in.
Glass on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Glass misses with an uppercut
and Markovic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Markovic lands a nice hook to Glass's body. Glass takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Markovic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Glass takes a jab right on the kisser.
Glass misses with an uppercut
and Markovic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Glass takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A big left from Glass misses.
Glass digs a good body shot into Markovic's ribs.
Markovic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Markovic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Glass throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A countering left hand to the body from Markovic misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Markovic finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Markovic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Glass's head.
Markovic lands a jab.
Glass throws a right hand that misses
and Glass takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Glass is rocked!
Glass misses with a body shot
and Markovic counters with a right hand from hell and Glass is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nedjeljko Markovic!
Our winner, Nedjeljko Markovic, 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. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Markovic misses with a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jaska! But no joy.
Markovic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jaska.
Markovic tries to work over Jaska's front leg with a kick but Jaska checks it.
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jaska.
Jaska throws out a counter right but Markovic avoids it with no problem.
We've been told by Markovic's head coaches at Sparks mma that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Markovic shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jaska eats them both and turns towards Markovic to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Jaska moves out of range of the leg kick from Markovic.
Jaska looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Jaska sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jaska! But no joy.
Markovic takes a swing at Jaska's ribcage but misses.
A cross from Markovic lands.#T1#
Markovic throws a low kick, looking for Jaska's leg but Jaska calmly moves out of range.
Jaska flicks out a counter leg kick but Markovic steps away.
Jaska doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Markovic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice sprawl there from Markovic as Jaska shoots in.
Markovic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jaska just manages to avoid it.
Jaska moves out of range of the strikes.
Despite the aggression on Jaska's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD2#
Jaska shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Jaska showed some decent athleticism there.
Markovic pushes Jaska off but Jaska dives into side control.
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.#T2#
Markovic is looking to get back to his feet here but Jaska is keeping cool and he's managed to take Markovic's back.
Jaska has the hooks in. Markovic is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Jaska throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jaska scores with punches from the back.
Jaska punches the canvas rather than the man. #SUB2#
Markovic defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Markovic is in bad spot here.
#T3#
Markovic breaks Jaska's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Markovic postures up.
Jaska bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Markovic's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Markovic throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jaska uses it to pass to side control.
Markovic is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Markovic is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Jaska is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Poor strikes thrown by Jaska there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Markovic is trying desperately to improve position.
Jaska landing strikes, looking to finish!
Jaska throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T4#
Markovic is desperately trying to improve his position but Jaska has a good base and remains in mount.
Jaska raining down hammerfists from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Jaska looking to ground and pound but Markovic is blocking nicely.
Markovic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Markovic tries to get out of the position.
Markovic is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jaska is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Markovic can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Markovic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Taistelu Jaska 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##TD2#
Jaska shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Jaska was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Markovic wants to get back to his feet but Jaska is dominant here and he's now got Markovic's back!
Jaska gets his hands free as Markovic looks to control.
Jaska is punishing Markovic with some ground and pound.
Markovic covering up well under a series of strikes from Jaska.
Jaska struggling to land strikes to the head as Markovic covers up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jaska looking for the choke from the back.
Markovic covering up well and avoiding damage.
Jaska scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Markovic is looking for a way out. #T1##SUB2#
Markovic preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Jaska.
Markovic trying to control the action but Jaska just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Jaska tightening his grip on Markovic, looking for the choke.
Markovic trying to get back to his feet but Jaska is in full control for now. #T2#
Jaska missing with strikes from the back.
Markovic tries to escape but Jaska has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jaska punches the canvas rather than the man.
Jaska throwing sloppy strikes.
Jaska misses with an elbow to the head.
Jaska has the hooks in. Markovic is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Jaska looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Markovic taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Taistelu Jaska!
In his post fight interview, Taistelu Jaska started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Lester rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#KD2#
and Markovic counters with a nice right hand that sends Lester toppling to the canvas! Lester scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Markovic finish him?!#CUT2#It looks like Moe Lester has been cut.
Markovic cracks Lester with a hook to the temple - Lester is on wobbly legs here! Markovic swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Lester falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Markovic wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nedjeljko Markovic!
A victorious Nedjeljko Markovic thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Markovic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Miller blocks the body kick.
Nedjeljko Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab, jab by Miller - just one landing.
Markovic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Miller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Miller.
Miller scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Markovic is breathing heavily.
Miller lands a jab.
Miller takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miller.
Markovic ducks under a wild hook from Miller.#T1#
Markovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miller.
Miller throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Markovic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Markovic tries a low kick but Miller avoids it.
Miller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Markovic.
Miller checks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Miller! But no joy.
Markovic attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #KD2#
Miller lands a big right hand that sends Markovic crashing to the mat! Miller stays standing though and waves Markovic back to his feet!#ROC2#Markovic is rocked!
Miller connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Markovic out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joel Miller!
Joel Miller thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2024 |
#R1#
Priest pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Priest closes this distance looking for a takedown but Markovic circles away.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy. #KD2#
Markovic cracks Priest with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Priest looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Markovic finish him?
#CUT2#It looks like Judas Priest has been cut.
Priest throws a one two combo.
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!
Priest moves into range and connects with a jab.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Priest tries to counter with a takedown but Markovic is quick to defend against it.
Priest moves out of range of the body kick.
Priest missing with a left hand there. Markovic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Priest scores with a hook to the body. Markovic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Markovic walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Priest checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
Markovic takes one to the side of the head.
Priest 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.
Markovic looks to land a body kick but Priest moved away.
Markovic takes a swing at Priest's ribcage but misses.
Priest bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Markovic avoids the body shot from Priest.
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Priest was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
Markovic scores with a shot to the body.
Markovic looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Priest darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Priest misses with a shot to the body
and Markovic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Priest misses with a takedown attempt - Markovic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Markovic - that will leave a mark!
Priest jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Priest rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Markovic counters with a left to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markovic throws a push kick but Priest slaps the foot to one side.
Markovic defending well as Priest loads up on a big left hand.
Priest misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Markovic takes a swing at Priest's ribcage but misses.
Markovic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Priest rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Markovic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Markovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Markovic lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Priest has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Priest and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Priest appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Priest avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Priest stalks Markovic and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Markovic's face. Markovic staggers backwards, shaken.
Priest throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markovic misses with an uppercut
and Priest counters with a stiff right hand.
Markovic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Markovic scores with a body shot.
Markovic's jab looks to have found its range, popping Priest under the eye.
The fighters circling - Priest throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
A slow jab from Priest misses its intended target.
Good standup being displayed there by Priest as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Priest shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Markovic's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Markovic can do anything to dispel that myth.
Priest wants to control from the top but Markovic keeps moving.
Priest pushing down on Markovic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Priest is looking to take a break and control but Markovic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Markovic controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nedjeljko Markovic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Judas Priest'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#
Markovic misses with a low kick.
Priest swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Priest throws a hook but Markovic avoids it easily.
Priest scores with a jab to the jaw.
Priest lands a really nice looking cross but Markovic seems unphased.
Markovic throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Priest counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Priest is looking to take a break and control but Markovic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Priest uses his free foot to push down on Markovic's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Markovic.
Priest controlling his opponent. #T1##SUB#
Priest is working for a guillotine from mount but Markovic frees his head quite easily.
Markovic tries to hold on but Priest postures up.
Priest can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Markovic is looking to escape.
Priest wants to take Markovic's back but he can't do it this time. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Priest with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB#
Priest has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Markovic is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Judas Priest!
Judas Priest thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
RISE 197: Dragneel vs Honoria
Date: Sep 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Krahujec misses with a takedown attempt
and Markovic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Krahujec thinking.
Markovic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Krahujec shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nedjeljko Markovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kamil Krahujec.
A shot to the liver by Markovic. Beautiful body shot.
Krahujec shoots in looking for a takedown but Markovic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Krahujec's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Krahujec fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Krahujec moves out of range of the body kick.
Krahujec dodges the punch combination from Markovic.
Despite the aggression on Krahujec's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic leaves Krahujec with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krahujec was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
Krahujec tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Krahujec shoots in looking for a takedown. Markovic tries to sprawl out of it but Krahujec keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Markovic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Krahujec shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Markovic sprawls well. Markovic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Krahujec gets slowly back to his feet.
Krahujec fails with a takedown attempt.
Krahujec shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Markovic as he avoids it easily.
Markovic throws a counter high kick but Krahujec was just alert enough to avoid it.
Krahujec shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Markovic as he avoids it easily.
Krahujec will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Markovic gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Krahujec counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Krahujec accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Krahujec throws a big elbow that misses.
Krahujec throws a big elbow that misses.
Markovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Krahujec on the ground.#T2#
Krahujec missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Markovic wants to sweep but no luck.
Krahujec in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Krahujec has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Krahujec in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Markovic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Krahujec.
Krahujec throwing strikes but missing.
Markovic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Krahujec.
Krahujec missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Markovic has Krahujec pulled in close to control his posture.
Markovic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Krahujec in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Markovic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Krahujec. #T3#
Markovic managing to control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Krahujec throwing strikes from guard but Markovic blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Krahujec slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The strikes coming from Krahujec are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Krahujec tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Krahujec advances to mount.
Krahujec postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Markovic looks a forlorn figure.
Krahujec landing shots from mount.
Poor strikes thrown by Krahujec there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
#T4#
Krahujec unloads with some shots from mount but Markovic bucks and avoids them well.
Markovic is in a horrible position here. Krahujec smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Krahujec lands a heavy elbow.
BOOM! Krahujec connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice elbow there by Krahujec.
Krahujec dominating with strikes here.#ROC2#Markovic is rocked!
Krahujec postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Markovic bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Krahujec and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kamil Krahujec! |
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Event:
RISE 193: Maxwell vs Brown
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Ponjevic scores with a hook to the body. Markovic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Markovic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ponjevic lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Markovic takes a swing at Ponjevic's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot lands for Markovic.#TD2#
Markovic gets caught napping as Ponjevic dives in and scores a takedown. Markovic manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Ponjevic 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.
Ponjevic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ponjevic wants to pass the guard but Markovic is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Ponjevic drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ponjevic jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ponjevic looking to pass the guard.
Markovic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ponjevic looking to pass the guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Ponjevic 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. #T1#
Markovic keeping moving, preventing Ponjevic from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ponjevic drops back, looking for a kneebar! Markovic looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Markovic looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Markovic! #REVR#
Ponjevic is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Ponjevic parries the strikes from Markovic easily there. Markovic is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ponjevic to escape.
Ponjevic looks to move to half guard but instead Markovic has passed into mount! Damn!
Ponjevic is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ponjevic is still trying to improve position.#T3#
Markovic 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.
Ponjevic is trying desperately to improve position.
Ponjevic keeps trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Markovic controlling from mount.
Ponjevic can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Markovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ponjevic on the ground.
Ponjevic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Milan Ponjevic will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ponjevic fails with the takedown
and Ponjevic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Markovic misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Ponjevic counters with a nice double leg into side control. Markovic won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Ponjevic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ponjevic working away.#SUB2#
Ponjevic in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Markovic is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Milan Ponjevic! |
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Event:
RISE 182
Date: Jun 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Markovic moves out of range of the strikes.
Thibodeaux's jab looks to have found its range, popping Markovic under the eye.
Markovic scores with a kick to the body.
Thibodeaux rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Markovic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Thibodeaux keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thibodeaux lands a nice hook to Markovic's body. Markovic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Thibodeaux cracks Markovic with an open hand slap.
Nice body punch from Thibodeaux.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markovic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Thibodeaux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux punishes Markovic's body with a nice straight punch.
Markovic throws a low kick, looking for Thibodeaux's leg but Thibodeaux calmly moves out of range. #T1#
Markovic is looking to land body kicks.
Thibodeaux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Thibodeaux.
Markovic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thibodeaux looks to land a right hand but Markovic moved out of range.
Thibodeaux throws a body shot but no joy.
Thibodeaux scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thibodeaux misses with a hook
and Markovic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thibodeaux scores with a jab. Markovic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Thibodeaux pushes Markovic away with a front kick.
Decent striking displayed by Thibodeaux there.
We've been told by Markovic's head coaches at DC Dragon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Thibodeaux misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Markovic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thibodeaux cracks Markovic with a right hand to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice cross by Thibodeaux.#T2#
Thibodeaux scores with a jab. Markovic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Markovic on the wrong end of a nice hook.#ROC2#Markovic is rocked!
Thibodeaux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic.
Thibodeaux throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Markovic counters with a body kick.
Thibodeaux on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Markovic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thibodeaux looks winded!
Markovic lands with a hook. Thibodeaux tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Darius Thibodeaux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thibodeaux connects with a jab.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic throws a hook but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Thibodeaux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux digs a good hook to Markovic's body.
#T3#
Markovic bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Thibodeaux's head backwards.
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markovic manages to avoid it.
Markovic jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Thibodeaux throws a leg kick
and Markovic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Markovic misses with an attempted mid kick.
Markovic takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Markovic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux cracks Markovic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Thibodeaux misses with a head kick.
Markovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Markovic ducks under a wild hook from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Thibodeaux throws a hook to the side of Markovic's head but Markovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Markovic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Markovic slips a jab from Thibodeaux.
Markovic digs a good hook to Thibodeaux's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot.
Thibodeaux takes a swing at Markovic's ribcage but misses.
Thibodeaux fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Thibodeaux ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Thibodeaux is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Markovic had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Markovic misses with a series of wild punches.
Thibodeaux missing with a left hand there. Markovic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Markovic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thibodeaux.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Darius Thibodeaux dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thibodeaux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Thibodeaux sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Thibodeaux throws a poor cross that misses
and Markovic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Markovic looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Markovic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thibodeaux.
Markovic scores with a nice body kick.
Markovic lands a right hook to the body.
Thibodeaux is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Markovic lands a nice hook to Thibodeaux's body. Thibodeaux takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Markovic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Markovic misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Markovic blocks a leg kick.
Markovic feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Markovic lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Thibodeaux looks to land a left hand but Markovic moved out of range nicely.
Markovic scores with a nice body kick.
Markovic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Thibodeaux tries a head kick but it misses.
Thibodeaux swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Thibodeaux jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Markovic scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Markovic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Thibodeaux on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Darius Thibodeaux seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markovic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Thibodeaux drops his hands momentarily and Markovic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body.
Thibodeaux lands a slapping body shot.
Markovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Markovic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Thibodeaux misses with a looping left.
Markovic looks to land a body kick but Thibodeaux moved away.#T3#
Thibodeaux sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#KD#
Markovic sends Thibodeaux crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Markovic is motioning to the referee to let Thibodeaux up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Thibodeaux is rocked!
Thibodeaux leaves his chin hanging out and Markovic seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Thibodeaux crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nedjeljko Markovic!
During a confident post fight interview, Nedjeljko Markovic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
RISE 173
Date: May 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Markovic takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Markovic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Markovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Markovic throws a head kick that misses.
Castellanos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Markovic.
Castellanos lands a leg kick that knocks Markovic off balance momentarily.
Castellanos has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Undisputed in the buildup to the fight.
Markovic moves out of range as Castellanos throws a body kick.
Castellanos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic.
Castellanos throws a jab but it's blocked by Markovic.
Markovic is looking to slow Castellanos down with leg kicks.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
Markovic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Markovic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Castellanos takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Castellanos scores with a crisp jab that stopped Markovic in his tracks.
Markovic blocks a jab.#T1#
Markovic throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Castellanos misses with a straight left.
Markovic counters with a body kick.
Markovic missing with a left hand there. Castellanos was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Castellanos connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Castellanos throws a leg kick which misses Markovic's front leg but catches the back leg as Markovic tries to avoid it.
Castellanos misses with a hook
and Markovic counters with a nice uppercut.
Castellanos jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Castellanos lands a nice shot that snaps Markovic's head back.
#ROC#Markovic is rocked!
Castellanos lands an uppercut, right on the button! Markovic tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jose Castellanos!
Our winner, Jose Castellanos, 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. |
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Event:
RISE 165
Date: Apr 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Markovic misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from DKasada on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DKasada misses with a two punch combination.
Markovic bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
DKasada fails in his attempt to clinch.
DKasada looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
DKasada keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Markovic.
Markovic connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
DKasada with a jab.
Markovic jabs at DKasada's body.
Markovic misses with a head kick.
Markovic misses with a shot to the body
and DKasada counters with a nice uppercut.
Markovic staying out of range there.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Markovic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DKasada stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
DKasada misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T1#
Markovic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Markovic throws an off balance right hand
and DKasada cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DKasada lands with a cross.
Markovic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Markovic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DKasada connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DKasada jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice straight punches there by DKasada. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of DKasada.
Markovic misses with a combination
letting DKasada counter with a right hand.
Markovic throws a wild body kick that DKasada sees coming a mile off.
DKasada looks to throw the jab but Markovic is out of range.
Markovic misses with a kick to the body.
It looks like DKasada has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
DKasada connects with a looping right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DKasada throws out a loose jab but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
DKasada throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
A swing and a miss from DKasada.
Nice body punch from DKasada.
Nedjeljko Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Markovic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Markovic lands a lovely overhand right.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
DKasada is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Markovic throws a predictable looking body shot
and DKasada counters with a series of strikes. Markovic will be more careful next time no doubt.
DKasada loads up on a big right hand but Markovic slips the punch.
Markovic lands with a hook. DKasada tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
DKasada dips to his left and cracks Markovic with an uppercut!
Markovic explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A big left from DKasada misses.
Markovic swings for the body but DKasada moves out of range.
Markovic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Markovic throws a head kick but DKasada moves out of range.
#T3#
Markovic on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
DKasada misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
DKasada keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
DKasada pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DKasada throws a lazy uppercut
and Markovic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DKasada swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
DKasada throws out a powerful jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Markovic misses the target.
DKasada scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Markovic doesn't seem bothered though.
DKasada takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Markovic lands a leg kick that knocks DKasada off balance momentarily.
Markovic slips a jab from DKasada.
Markovic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DKasada tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DKasada moves out of range as Markovic strikes.#T4#
Markovic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and DKasada connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Markovic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from DKasada misses the target.
A head kick by Markovic misses
and DKasada counters with a straight right hand.
DKasada avoids the head kick by Markovic.
Markovic misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling DKasada to counter with a crisp jab.
Markovic fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches DKasada on the side of the head.
DKasada checks the leg kick nicely there.
Markovic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and DKasada counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DKasada scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
DKasada misses with a hook.
DKasada is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DKasada throws a jab but it's blocked by Markovic.
Markovic looks to score with a jab to the body but DKasada is just out of range.
Markovic works DKasada's body with a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Komedor DKasada 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#
DKasada has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Markovic.
DKasada 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.
Markovic misses with a leg kick
and DKasada cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DKasada lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
DKasada looks to score with a jab to the body but Markovic is just out of range.
Markovic throws out a loose jab but DKasada uses good head movement to avoid it.
Markovic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Markovic misses with a right hand
and DKasada counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Markovic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
DKasada takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sloppy strikes from Markovic. Those never looked like landing.
Markovic misses with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Markovic tries to land a front kick but DKasada steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Markovic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Komedor DKasada is winning the standup battle so far.
Markovic lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
DKasada ducks under a wild hook from Markovic.
Markovic throws a sloppy head kick and DKasada moves out of range easily.
Markovic throws a body punch but DKasada moves out of range.
DKasada scores with a jab to the jaw.
Markovic throws the left hand but DKasada avoids the punch easily.
DKasada connects with the punch.
Markovic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by DKasada.
A nice leg kick lands there from Markovic.
DKasada blocks a head kick by Markovic.
Markovic connects with a high kick.
Markovic throws a leg kick which misses DKasada's front leg but catches the back leg as DKasada tries to avoid it.
Jab by DKasada.
Markovic throws a jab but it's blocked by DKasada.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markovic misses with the body kick
and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from DKasada misses the target.
Markovic misses with a looping right.
Markovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DKasada.
DKasada slips a jab from Markovic.
DKasada throwing a counter right hand but Markovic manages to avoid it.
Markovic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Markovic slips under a jab.
DKasada lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Markovic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Markovic scores with a jab.
DKasada tries to clinch but Markovic moves out of range.
DKasada misses with a lunging right hand
and Markovic counters with a nice body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Markovic.
Markovic throws a sloppy head kick
and DKasada counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
DKasada throws a jab but it's blocked by Markovic.
Markovic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DKasada sees it coming and avoids it easily.
DKasada swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL#
DKasada moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Markovic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Markovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DKasada manages to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from DKasada misses its target.
Markovic is looking to chop away at DKasada's legs.
DKasada loads up on a big right hand but Markovic slips the punch.
DKasada takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
DKasada dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Markovic feints and then cracks DKasada's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow DKasada down.
DKasada lands the left hand.
DKasada swinging wildly here.
DKasada takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T4#
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic lands a glancing blow to the side of DKasada's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Markovic looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
DKasada throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markovic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and DKasada counters with a straight right hand.
Markovic swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Markovic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DKasada.
DKasada moves out of range of the body kick from Markovic.
DKasada staying out of range there.
DKasada misses with a looping right.
A jab from Markovic misses.
Markovic looking to land some kicks to the body here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Nedjeljko Markovic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Markovic. That's going to slow DKasada down.
Markovic works DKasada's body with a nice hook.
DKasada is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Markovic throws a half hearted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from DKasada misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from DKasada misses the target.
Markovic throws a hook to the side of DKasada's head but DKasada sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DKasada takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL2#
Markovic drives through and clinches with DKasada against the cage.
Markovic misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic tries to throw a body punch but DKasada avoids it by throwing Markovic back against the cage.
DKasada has a couple of punches blocked by Markovic.
A head punch on the inside from DKasada fails to land.
Markovic works on DKasada's body with a couple of short punches.
Markovic working aggressively here.
Markovic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down DKasada.
A nice right hand lands inside from DKasada. #T1#
DKasada takes a shot to the head.
Markovic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DKasada's elbow.
Markovic tries a body shot but DKasada blocks it.
Markovic prevents a body shot from DKasada.
Markovic tries to throw a body punch but DKasada avoids it by throwing Markovic back against the cage.
DKasada is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Markovic is keeping busy.#BC2#
Markovic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Markovic misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from DKasada on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DKasada blocks a head kick by Markovic.
Nice defenses there by DKasada.
A big left from DKasada misses.
Markovic misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from DKasada on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Markovic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
DKasada displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Markovic throws out the jab. #T2#
Markovic throws the left hand but DKasada avoids the punch easily.
DKasada steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Markovic. That one must have hurt.
Markovic looks to land a body kick but DKasada moved away.
An attempted straight right counter from DKasada misses the target.
Markovic throws a hook to the side of DKasada's head but DKasada sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Markovic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
DKasada jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Markovic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Markovic looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Markovic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and DKasada counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DKasada throws a jab but it's blocked by Markovic.
A nice side step and Markovic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Markovic throws a body punch but DKasada moves out of range.
DKasada tries to clinch up.
DKasada blocks the body kick.
#T3#
DKasada looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Markovic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Markovic digs a good body shot into DKasada's ribs.
Markovic misses with an uppercut.
Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DKasada moves away.
DKasada thuds his right hand into Markovic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Markovic swings away with a body shot that misses
and DKasada counters with a nice body shot.
Markovic throws a front kick that sends DKasada stumbling back into the cage.#CL2#
DKasada tries to keep at a distance but Markovic has taken the fight into the clinch.
Markovic throws a punch but it's blocked by DKasada.
Markovic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Markovic misses with the head strike.
DKasada digs a right hand underneath Markovic's ribcage. Markovic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
DKasada lands a hook that snaps the head of Markovic backwards. #T4#
Markovic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Markovic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DKasada softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Markovic can't find room to land a body shot as DKasada controls the action.
DKasada misses with the head strike.
Markovic lands with a right to the head.
A body shot lands from Markovic.
A nice left hand lands by Markovic.
DKasada tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing DKasada back against the cage.
DKasada scores with an uppercut up the middle.
DKasada lands a hook that snaps the head of Markovic backwards.
DKasada scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Markovic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Decent striking displayed by DKasada there.
DKasada keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DKasada throws a big counter combination but Markovic scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Markovic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
DKasada takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nedjeljko Markovic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Markovic 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nedjeljko Markovic!
An out of breath Nedjeljko Markovic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
RISE 158
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Nogueira shoots in for a takedown but Markovic shows good takedown defense.
Markovic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Markovic wants it to stay on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Markovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nogueira fails with a takedown attempt.
Markovic counters with a body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Nogueira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nogueira tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Markovic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Markovic tries to land a front kick but Nogueira steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Markovic looks for the body kick but Nogueira saw that one coming.
Nogueira goes for a double leg but Markovic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Markovic continues to drive forward.
Nogueira fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD#
Nogueira jumps guard and drags Markovic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Nogueira is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Markovic rolls with it to try and escape but Nogueira cranks on the arm and Markovic is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Diego Nogueira!
An out of breath Diego Nogueira thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
RISE 150
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Meridius misses with a body shot
#KD2#
and Markovic counters with a head kick that drops Meridius to the mat! Meridius scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Meridius is rocked!
A low kick from Meridius misses
and Markovic counters with a left to the body.
Oh Meridius is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Markovic lands an uppercut, right on the button! Meridius tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nedjeljko Markovic!
Nedjeljko Markovic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
RISE 144
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
#R1##KD#
Markovic lands a big head kick that sends Aghajanyan tumbling to the mat! Markovic takes a step backwards and waves Aghajanyan back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Aghajanyan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aghajanyan on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Aghajanyan avoids the head kick by Markovic.
Markovic misses with a head kick.
No luck for Aghajanyan with that takedown attempt.
That kick from Markovic tenderised Aghajanyan's leg. Aghajanyan is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Aghajanyan rushes Markovic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Aghajanyan blocks a body shot from Markovic.
Markovic is trying to break free.
Markovic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aghajanyan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aghajanyan stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Markovic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Markovic. #TD2#
Aghajanyan drags the fight down to the ground.
#T1##SUB2#
Aghajanyan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Markovic defends well.
Aghajanyan keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
Aghajanyan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Markovic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Markovic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Markovic wants to control from the top but Aghajanyan keeps moving. #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.
Markovic is looking to work some ground and pound but Aghajanyan has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A swing and a miss from Aghajanyan.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aghajanyan.
Nedjeljko Markovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dirair Aghajanyan.
Aghajanyan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Aghajanyan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Markovic connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Aghajanyan scrambles back to his feet.
Aghajanyan is looking to clinch.
Aghajanyan moves out of range of the body kick from Markovic.
Nedjeljko Markovic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Markovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aghajanyan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nedjeljko Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aghajanyan throws a nice inside leg kick.
Aghajanyan tries for a takedown but Markovic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T3#
Markovic does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
Aghajanyan tries to counter by closing the distance.
Both fighters circling a little - Markovic finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've been told by Markovic's head coaches at DC Dragon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Markovic attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Markovic tries to land a front kick but Aghajanyan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Aghajanyan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Markovic misses with a hook. Aghajanyan ducked under it nicely.
Markovic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Aghajanyan looks winded!
Markovic bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Markovic lands an overhand right.
Markovic lands with an uppercut that bounces Aghajanyan off the cage and back into range.
Markovic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Aghajanyan momentarily.
Markovic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aghajanyan.
Markovic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Aghajanyan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aghajanyan misses with a series of wild punches.
Markovic lands a nice hook to Aghajanyan's body. Aghajanyan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Markovic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Markovic lands a body shot.
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aghajanyan.
A looping hook to the body misses from Markovic. Aghajanyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Markovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Aghajanyan checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Aghajanyan flicks out a counter leg kick but Markovic steps away.
Markovic throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Aghajanyan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Markovic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Aghajanyan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Markovic looks to land a body kick but Aghajanyan moved away.
Markovic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aghajanyan looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nedjeljko Markovic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A jab from Markovic misses.
Aghajanyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Aghajanyan shoots in for a double leg but Markovic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Markovic feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Markovic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Aghajanyan doesn't seem bothered though.
Aghajanyan tries to close the distance and clinch but Markovic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Markovic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aghajanyan can do to turn this around?
Aghajanyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic.
Markovic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dirair Aghajanyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Markovic slips a jab and a cross from Aghajanyan.
Markovic misses with a low kick as Aghajanyan jumps back.
Markovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Markovic. Aghajanyan shrugs it off though.
Markovic looks to land a right hand but Aghajanyan moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Markovic. That's going to slow Aghajanyan down.
Markovic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Markovic throws a front kick that sends Aghajanyan stumbling back into the cage.
Aghajanyan is breathing heavily.
Markovic misses with a low kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Markovic lands a slapping body shot.
#T1#
Markovic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A good leg kick by Markovic.
Markovic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Markovic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Markovic moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aghajanyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
Markovic throws a leg kick but Aghajanyan sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Markovic scores with a hook to the body. Aghajanyan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Markovic throws a head kick but Aghajanyan moves out of range.
Aghajanyan blocks the body kick.
Markovic lands a nice shot that snaps Aghajanyan's head back.
Aghajanyan avoids a kick to the body.
Aghajanyan feints the counter takedown.
Markovic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Aghajanyan tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Aghajanyan has closed the distance and engaged Markovic in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Aghajanyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Markovic fails to land. #T2#
Aghajanyan is trying to pull guard but Markovic has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Aghajanyan manages to break the clinch.
Aghajanyan misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nedjeljko Markovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dirair Aghajanyan.
Nice jab there from Markovic.
Aghajanyan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Markovic. Aghajanyan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aghajanyan avoids the head kick by Markovic.
Markovic will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Markovic throws a half hearted mid kick.
Good shot there by Markovic.
Aghajanyan scores with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Markovic as Aghajanyan shoots in.#T3#
Aghajanyan shoots in for a double leg but Markovic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Markovic.
Aghajanyan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic.
Aghajanyan has a takedown stuffed.
Markovic moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Markovic throws out a powerful jab.#ROC#Aghajanyan is rocked!
Markovic lands with a good body shot.
Aghajanyan is still on wobbly legs! Can Markovic finish him?
Markovic digs a good body shot into Aghajanyan's ribs.
Are you kidding me?! Markovic ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Aghajanyan clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nedjeljko Markovic!
After winning the bout, Nedjeljko Markovic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
RISE 136
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Markovic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Markovic thows a body kick. Krahujec tries to catch it but that hurt him. #TD2#
Krahujec gets a double leg takedown into Markovic's guard.
Krahujec trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Krahujec postures up and lands a big shot to Markovic's brow.
Markovic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Markovic is trying to control the position but Krahujec postures up.
Krahujec throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Krahujec working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Markovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Krahujec on the ground.
Krahujec throws a big right hand that misses.
Krahujec throws a big elbow that misses.
Markovic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Markovic tries to get out of the position.
Krahujec works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Markovic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Krahujec missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Krahujec passes 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!
Krahujec working the ground and pound from side control.
Krahujec has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Krahujec throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Krahujec working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Krahujec tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Krahujec has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Krahujec wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Markovic, who protects the arm well.
Krahujec misses with the ground and pound.
Markovic struggling a bit here.
Sloppy strikes there by Krahujec.
Markovic on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Krahujec throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Krahujec sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Markovic is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Krahujec postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#T2#
Krahujec looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Markovic is avoiding damage well.
Markovic tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Markovic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Krahujec is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Markovic has escaped the position, nice work there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krahujec trying to control the position but Markovic is working away.
Markovic defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Krahujec tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Krahujec postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#T3#
Krahujec working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Krahujec postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Krahujec trying to control the position but Markovic is working away.
Krahujec in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Krahujec fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB2#
Krahujec thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Markovic takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Krahujec throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Markovic parries the strikes from Krahujec easily there. Krahujec is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Markovic to escape.
Markovic struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Krahujec tries for a kimura but Markovic is defending well. #T4##SUB2#
Krahujec tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Krahujec has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Krahujec tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Krahujec has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Krahujec throws an elbow but Markovic slips to the side and avoids it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The strikes coming from Krahujec are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Markovic dodges the ground and pound from Krahujec.
Krahujec trying to control the action but Markovic is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Krahujec is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Markovic knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kamil Krahujec dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A big right from Markovic misses.
Krahujec is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Krahujec shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Markovic defends it nicely.
Krahujec dives in for a single leg takedown but Markovic sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Markovic throws a looping overhand right but Krahujec ducks down to avoid it.
Markovic scores with a jab to the body.
Krahujec shoots in and drives through. Markovic sprawls well.
Nedjeljko Markovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kamil Krahujec.
Nice takedown defense from Markovic. No joy for Krahujec on that attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Markovic. No joy for Krahujec on that attempt.
Markovic throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Krahujec has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Markovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2#
Krahujec gets the takedown into side control.
Markovic defending against the ground and pound.
Krahujec is looking to take a break and control but Markovic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Krahujec tries to score with some ground and pound. Markovic controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Krahujec looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Markovic is avoiding damage well.
Kamil Krahujec has got the better of the ground game so far.
Krahujec postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Krahujec throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
An elbow from Krahujec crashes against the mat.
Krahujec tries to score with some ground and pound. Markovic controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SUB2#
Krahujec is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Markovic has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Krahujec is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Markovic has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Krahujec is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Markovic looks calm but he's in trouble here. Krahujec gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Markovic is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Krahujec lets go of the hold and Markovic can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kamil Krahujec! |
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Event:
RISE 135
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Prokopenko has a takedown stuffed.
Markovic lands a nice shot that snaps Prokopenko's head back.
Markovic delivers a nice body kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Prokopenko or perhaps it was just good defense by Markovic, which made it look bad.
Markovic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Prokopenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Markovic pinned against the cage. Markovic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nedjeljko Markovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uladzimir Prokopenko.
Prokopenko shoots and misses
and Markovic counters with a thumping low kick.
Nice body kick there by Markovic.
Prokopenko looks winded!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic lands a nice looking body shot.
Markovic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Prokopenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Markovic can pounce on him.
Markovic scores with the left hand. Prokopenko knows he should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Prokopenko changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Markovic tries to avoid it but Prokopenko manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Markovic to the ground. Markovic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A solid body kick from Markovic. #T1#
Markovic is looking to slow Prokopenko down with leg kicks.
Prokopenko on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Prokopenko gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Markovic with a nice calf kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Markovic.
Prokopenko shoots in and drives through. Markovic sprawls well.
A quick step to the side and Markovic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic throws a shot to the body.
Markovic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Prokopenko on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Markovic's corner calls for a 1-2. Markovic obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves 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!
Markovic connects with a combination that backs up Prokopenko into the cage. Markovic lands a flurry of punches that gets past Prokopenko's guard. Prokopenko is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Markovic bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nedjeljko Markovic!
During a confident post fight interview, Nedjeljko Markovic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
RISE 126 
Date: Dec 17, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Miranda scores with a takedown into Markovic's guard.
Miranda works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Miranda tries to pass to full mount but Markovic defends it.
Markovic trying to hold on to Miranda's head to control him but Miranda postures up.
Miranda throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Markovic trying to control but Miranda postures up.
Markovic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Markovic tries to get out of the position.
Miranda keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miranda wants to pass the guard but Markovic is defending well.
Miranda slips a nice elbow through Markovic's hands, connecting with Markovic's forehead.
Markovic holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T1#
Markovic is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miranda performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Miranda not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Miranda works his way into side control.
Markovic gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Miranda 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.
Miranda sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Miranda tries to control but Markovic wriggling away. #T2#
Miranda throwing strikes here but Markovic is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Markovic is bucking up trying to escape but Miranda cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Miranda controlling the pace for now.
Miranda lands a big shot there that rocks Markovic but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Miranda scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Markovic?
A nice elbow there by Miranda.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miranda throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Miranda throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Markovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Miranda on the ground.
Miranda wants to control the pace but Markovic is squirming around nicely.
Miranda tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Markovic blocking the ground and pound.
Miranda has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Miranda looking to control but Markovic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Miranda controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Markovic defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Miranda.
Miranda controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB2#
Miranda jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Markovic manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Sloppy strikes there by Miranda.#T4#
Miranda wants to control but Markovic is keeping him busy.
Miranda fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Markovic can't do much from the bottom here.
An elbow from Miranda crashes against the mat.
An elbow from Miranda crashes against the mat.
Miranda trying to control the action but Markovic is working from the bottom.
Miranda just content to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bruno Miranda dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Markovic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mirandas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Markovic throws a body punch but Miranda moves out of range. #TD2#
Miranda shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Markovic is trying to defend but Miranda finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Markovic is in trouble now - Miranda has advanced to mount!
Bruno Miranda has got the better of the ground game so far.
Markovic is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Miranda tries to control but Markovic wriggling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miranda tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T1#
Markovic can't escape the position.
Miranda lands a big elbow.
Markovic wants to hold on but Miranda pushes him away.
Miranda scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Miranda looking to finish Markovic with some ground and pound. This is bad for Markovic!
Markovic wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Miranda.
Markovic in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Miranda is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Markovic avoids a series of strikes thrown by Miranda.
Miranda throwing strikes but Markovic recovers to half guard. A much better position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miranda moves into full mount! Markovic won't be happy about that! #T2#
Miranda raining down shots from the mount!
Miranda lands a heavy elbow.
Miranda trying to control but Markovic is having none of it.
Miranda in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Miranda thowing shots but they're missing. #T3#
Miranda wants to control the pace but Markovic is squirming around nicely.
Markovic is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Miranda putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Miranda landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#Markovic is rocked!
Miranda lands a big shot to the head and Markovic winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Bruno Miranda! |
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Event:
RISE 121
Date: Dec 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Markovic slaps away a takedown attempt from Anderson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Markovic is trying to counter with his kicks.
Anderson fails to land the takedown.
Anderson shoots in looking for a takedown. Markovic tries to sprawl out of it but Anderson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Markovic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Elijah Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Markovic swivels and escapes.
Anderson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but Markovic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Anderson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but Markovic defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic is looking to control Anderson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Markovic avoid being mounted?#T1#
Anderson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Anderson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Markovic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Anderson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Anderson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Anderson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Markovic is looking to control Anderson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Markovic avoid being mounted?
Markovic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Anderson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Still in half guard, Anderson seems content to control.#T2#
Anderson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Markovic for as long as he can get away with.
Anderson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Markovic defending well though.
Anderson is keen to just control but Markovic is a slippery customer.
Anderson not doing much here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Markovic trying to control but Anderson postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Anderson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Markovic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Anderson somewhat.
Anderson fails with the takedown
and Markovic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Markovic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Anderson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Markovic sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Markovic thinks about the counter body kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Anderson.
Anderson has his takedown stuffed
and Markovic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Elijah Anderson has been cut.#KD2#
Markovic lands a big right hand that sends Anderson crashing to the mat! Markovic stays standing though and waves Anderson back to his feet!#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Markovic dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Anderson. That did some damage!
Anderson looks for a takedown but Markovic sprawls well.
Markovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Anderson is just out of range.
Anderson looks for a takedown but Markovic sprawls well.
Anderson misses with a takedown attempt #KD2#
and Markovic counters with a nice right hand that sends Anderson toppling to the canvas! Anderson scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Markovic finish him?!#ROC2#Anderson is rocked!
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but Markovic shows good takedown defense.
Oh Anderson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD#
Anderson 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Markovic keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
Anderson seems to have got his legs back now.
Anderson is looking to work some ground and pound but Markovic has wrist control.
Markovic throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nedjeljko Markovic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Elijah Anderson's cut.
That's time! Anderson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Markovic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Anderson.
Markovic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Markovic misses with a straight right. #TD#
Anderson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Markovic manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Markovic can do anything to dispel that myth.
Anderson lands a couple of elbows.
Anderson 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.
Anderson throws a big right hand that misses.
Markovic keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Markovic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anderson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Markovic is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Markovic looking to control.
#T1#
Anderson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Anderson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Anderson cracks Markovic with a big right hand but Markovic just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Markovic parries the strikes from Anderson easily there. Anderson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Markovic to escape.
Check out the look on Anderson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Anderson controls the position.
Markovic defending against the ground and pound.
Anderson controls the position from side control.
Anderson landing strikes. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Markovic's face as Anderson controls the position.
Anderson throws an elbow but Markovic slips to the side and avoids it well.
Anderson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Anderson cracks Markovic with a big right hand but Markovic just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Anderson staying calm.
Markovic tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Anderson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Markovic taking punishment in the form of punches.
#T3#
Check out the look on Anderson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Markovic struggling a bit here.
Markovic managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Anderson.
#SUB#
Anderson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Anderson works to advance to full mount. Markovic defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Anderson controlling his opponent. #T4#
Anderson connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Anderson raining down shots from the mount!
Anderson controlling the position easily from mount.
Anderson landing strikes, looking to finish!
Anderson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Markovic looks a forlorn figure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson with a couple of short strikes.
Anderson with the ground and pound from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Elijah Anderson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Elijah Anderson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Markovic gets caught napping as Anderson dives in and scores a takedown. Markovic manages to retain guard.
Markovic trying to keep a closed guard but Anderson is proving a slippery customer.
Elijah Anderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Markovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Anderson forces his way into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Anderson connects with a nice short shot to Markovic's temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Anderson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Anderson misses with a head shot. Markovic uses the momentum to regain guard. #T1#
Anderson works over Markovic with some ground and pound from guard.
Anderson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Markovic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Anderson content to stall in guard here.
Markovic pulls Anderson in close to his closed guard and prevents Anderson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Anderson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Markovic looking to control.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Anderson throwing strikes from guard but Markovic blocks nicely.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Anderson trying to control but Markovic is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Anderson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Markovic as he jumps to the side.
Anderson fails to land the takedown.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Markovic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Elijah Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Anderson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Markovic pinned against the cage. Markovic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Markovic throws out a counter right but Anderson avoids it with no problem.
Markovic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Anderson. #TD#
Anderson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Markovic managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Anderson.
#T4#
Anderson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Markovic!
Markovic wants to hold on but Anderson pushes him away.
Anderson punishing his opponent with strikes.
Anderson avoids the attempt from Markovic to control.
Anderson controlling the pace for now.
Anderson landing shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Anderson controlling the pace for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Elijah Anderson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Anderson 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elijah Anderson!
Elijah Anderson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
RISE 112
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Roussel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Markovic.
Roussel takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dexter Roussel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Markovic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Markovic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Markovic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Markovic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Roussel finds it's way round the side to connect with Markovic's head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Markovic.
Nice defenses there by Markovic.
Roussel takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Markovic ducks under a wild hook from Roussel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roussel throws out a loose jab but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Roussel misses with a right hand
and Roussel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Dexter Roussel has been cut.
Roussel lands with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Roussel.#T1#
A big left from Roussel misses.
Markovic feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Roussel lands a jab to the nose.
Roussel with a nice cross.#CL2#
Roussel forces Markovic back against the cage and clinches.
Roussel misses with a body punch.
Roussel throws a punch but it's blocked by Markovic.
Markovic is looking to break free of the clinch but Roussel has double underhooks.
Markovic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Roussel has him pressed against the cage.
A short uppercut from Roussel.
Roussel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Roussel lands an uppercut.
Markovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Roussel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Markovic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Roussel blocking some punches.
#BC#
Markovic manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Roussel with a jab.
Roussel throws an ugly left hook that misses
#KD#
and Markovic counters with a head kick that drops Roussel to the mat! Roussel scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Roussel is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Roussel misses with an uppercut. Markovic saw that one coming.
Markovic looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Roussel darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Markovic slips a jab from Roussel.
Roussel lands a lovely overhand right.
A jab from Roussel misses.
Roussel is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Markovic had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#KD#
Markovic drops Roussel with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Roussel looks back up at him and smiles so Markovic waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Roussel is still on wobbly legs! Can Markovic finish him?
Roussel throws a lazy right hand but Markovic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Roussel seems to have recovered his senses.
Roussel sizes up Markovic with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Roussel misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Roussel misses its intended target.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3##TD2#
Roussel closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Markovic to the mat! Markovic manages to get full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Markovic holds on and takes a little breather.
Markovic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Markovic tries to get out of the position.
Roussel with a flurry of punches that miss.
Markovic 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.
Roussel throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Markovic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Roussel throws a big right hand that misses.
Roussel lands a couple of elbows.
Markovic keeping moving, preventing Roussel from controlling successfully.
Roussel is in close to Markovic's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Roussel connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Roussel in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Roussel is in close to Markovic's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've been informed that Roussel has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roussel working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Roussel missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Roussel landing with the ground and pound.
Markovic keeping full guard, as Roussel tries to pass.
Markovic looking to control.
Roussel throws a big right hand that misses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Roussel's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Roussel cracks Markovic with a solid left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Roussel with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dexter Roussel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dexter Roussel's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Roussel throws a hook to the side of Markovic's head but Markovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Markovic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Roussel just manages to avoid it.
Roussel fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Markovic on the side of the head.
Roussel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Markovic.
As Roussel backs away, Markovic returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Roussel connects with a single shot there.
Good exchange - Roussel coming out on top.
A lazy left from Roussel finds it's target.
Markovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Markovic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Roussel misses with a lunging right hand
and Markovic counters with a straight right hand.
Markovic avoids the body shot from Roussel.
Markovic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Markovic. Roussel does a little dance to reset his feet.
Roussel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Roussel throws a hook but Markovic blocks it.
Markovic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Roussel just manages to avoid it.
Roussel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Roussel misses with a straight left.
It appears Markovic was looking to counter with a kick there.#T1#
A big left from Roussel misses.
Markovic is looking to counter with a body kick.
Roussel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Markovic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Roussel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Markovic slips a straight right by Roussel.
Nedjeljko Markovic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Roussel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Markovic counters with a nice body shot.
Markovic blocks a jab.
Roussel throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Markovic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Roussel.
Markovic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Roussel throws out the jab.
Roussel connects with a good right hand that stumbles Markovic. Markovic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Roussel is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Roussel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Markovics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Markovic blocks a jab.
Roussel lands a nice hook to Markovic's body. Markovic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Roussel scores with a jab to the body.
Roussel 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.
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!
Roussel looks to land a right hand but Markovic moved out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Markovic misses its target.
Markovic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Roussel.
Markovic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Markovic does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Roussel throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Markovic on the side of the head.
Markovic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Roussel looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Markovic is looking to wear down Roussel with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Roussel slips a jab from Markovic.
Dexter Roussel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Roussel changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Roussel throws a big shot that misses.
Markovic blocks a jab.
Markovic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T3#
Roussel pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Markovic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Roussel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Markovic.
Markovic slips a jab from Roussel.
Roussel throws a looping overhand right but Markovic ducks down to avoid it.
Markovic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Roussel throws a big shot that misses.
Markovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Markovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Markovic jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Roussel misses with a straight left.
The fighters circle momentarily. Roussel darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Roussel scores with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Roussel misses the target.
Markovic throws a big counter combination but Roussel scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Roussel stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC2#Markovic is rocked!#T4#
Markovic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Roussel misses with a jab to the body
and Markovic counters with a nice kick to the body.
Roussel is breathing heavily.
Markovic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Roussel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Roussel thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Roussel scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Roussel lunges at Markovic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Markovic's hand.
Oh Markovic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Roussel drops Markovic with a straight right hand, right on the button! Roussel follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dexter Roussel!
Dexter Roussel bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
RISE 99: Leader v Castellanos
Date: Sep 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Johnson throws a body shot but no joy.
Johnson lands a body shot.
Markovic walks forward, straight into a front kick from Johnson.
Johnson throws a body shot but no joy.
Johnson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Markovic ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson scores with a nice right hand.
Johnson lands a nice shot that snaps Markovic's head back.
Johnson misses with a straight right.
Markovic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Markovic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Johnson with a nice cross.
Johnson swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
It looked like Markovic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Markovic scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#It looks like Haruki Johnson has been cut.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
Johnson counters with a body kick.
Johnson throws a combination that misses
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Johnson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Markovic counters with a nice body kick.
Markovic throws a jab when Johnson was well out of range.
Haruki Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Markovic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T2#
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Markovic.
Johnson thuds a left hand into Markovic's 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!
Markovic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Johnson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nice defenses there by Markovic.
It looked like Markovic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Markovic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Johnson to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Markovic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Markovic misses with a kick to the body
and Johnson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johnson lands a body shot.
Johnson punishes Markovic's body with a nice straight punch.
Markovic misses with a body kick.
Johnson throws an overhand right that has Markovic reeling! Johnson follows up with more punches and Markovic is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Haruki Johnson!
Haruki Johnson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
RISE 91: Hohol v Esposito
Date: Aug 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Carioni getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Markovic moves out of range of the strikes.
Markovic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Carioni lands with a shot to the body.
Carioni connects with a crisp jab.
Markovic throws a hook to the side of Carioni's head but Carioni sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Carioni throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Markovic counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Rodrigo Carioni has been cut.
Markovic lands a jab.
Markovic throws a body kick that misses.
Carioni stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Markovic.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Markovic throws out a counter right but Carioni avoids it with no problem.
Markovic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Carioni moves away.
Nice uppercut lands for Carioni. That snapped Markovic's head back.
#T1#
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Carioni tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Markovic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Carioni misses the jab.
Carioni ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Nice defenses there by Markovic.
Carioni misses with a body shot.
Markovic with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Carioni avoids the body shot from Markovic.
Markovic lands the left hand.#KD#
Carioni sends Markovic crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Carioni is motioning to the referee to let Markovic up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markovic lands a right hook to the body.
#T2#
Markovic with a nice calf kick.
Markovic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Carioni momentarily.
Markovic throws a right hand that misses
and Carioni connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Markovic is rocked!
Markovic is holding his hands too far apart here. Carioni throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Markovic is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rodrigo Carioni!
Rodrigo Carioni thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
RISE X5
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Leader lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Markovic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Markovic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Leader. Markovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Markovic misses its target.
Markovic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Leader misses with a looping left.
Markovic lands a glancing blow to the side of Leader's head.
Markovic misses with an uppercut. Leader saw that one coming.
Markovic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Leader misses with a body shot.
Markovic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Markovic slips under a jab from Leader.
Markovic misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Leader was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Markovic takes a swing at Leader's ribcage but misses.
Markovic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Leader uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Markovic.
Markovic swings for the body but Leader moves out of range.
Leader connects with a nice looking jab.
Markovic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Leader looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Leader misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Leader. Markovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Leader is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Markovic digs a good body shot into Leader's ribs.
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Leader.
Leader is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Markovic with a body shot.#T2#
Markovic on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Leader throws a jab but it's blocked by Markovic.
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Leader moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Leader tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Leader.
Markovic misses with a straight left.
Nice uppercut there from Markovic.
Leader ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Leader throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Markovic misses the target.
Markovic throws a right hand that misses
and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Leader scores with a nice strike.
Leader misses with a wild combination.
Markovic is looking to counter punch.
Leader ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Markovic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nedjeljko Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Leader misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Markovic loads up on a big right hand but Leader slips the punch.
Leader lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic misses with a right hand
and Leader counters with a nice body shot.
Leader takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Leader throws a predictable looking body shot
and Markovic counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Markovic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Markovic. Leader does a little dance to reset his feet.
Leader misses with a body shot.
Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Leader moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Leader connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Markovic's hands.
Leader bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Markovic's head.
Leader throws a predictable looking body shot
and Markovic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Markovic 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.
Markovic throws a sloppy body shot
letting Leader counter with a right hand.
Leader slips under a jab from Markovic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Master Leader will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Markovic throws a good cross that connects.
Leader slips a straight right by Markovic.
A little jabbing left from Leader on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Leader gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Leader takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leader was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
Leader ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Markovic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Leader appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Markovic scores with a nice strike.
Leader avoids the body shot from Markovic.
#T1#
Leader shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Markovic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Leader scores with a shot to the body.
Donk. Leader catches Markovic right on the button with a cross.
Leader takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Leader misses with a body shot.
A quick step to the side and Markovic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Leader on the side of the head.
Markovic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Leader.
It looked like Markovic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Markovic misses the jab.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Sloppy strikes from Leader. Those never looked like landing.
Leader uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Markovic has time to react.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Markovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Leader.
A quick step to the side and Markovic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Leader scores with a jab. Markovic acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #ROC2#Markovic is rocked!
Markovic takes a swing at Leader's ribcage but misses.
Oh Markovic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Leader lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Markovic head around and knocks him out cold! Leader hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Master Leader!
Master Leader decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
RISE X26
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Markovic checks the leg kick nicely there.
Brown connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Brown tests Markovic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Brown looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Markovic avoids the body shot from Brown.
Brown just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Markovic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Markovic swings for the body but Brown moves out of range.
Brown swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Brown throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Brown throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Markovic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Markovic missing with a left hand there. Brown was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Brown gets a clinch.
Brown lands a body shot.
Brown misses with a body punch.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage. #T1#
Brown takes a shot to the head.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Markovic working hard to break the clinch.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Markovic misses with a body punch.
Markovic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Markovic lands a shoulder strike.
Brown misses with the head strike.
Brown fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Markovic throws a head punch that misses.
Markovic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Markovic lands a hook that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
Brown misses with the head strike.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Brown prevents a body shot from Markovic.
Brown working aggressively here.
Markovic misses with a body punch.
A short left from Markovic.
Markovic gets through Brown's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Markovic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brown.
A shot in the inside from Brown. #T2#
Brown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brown throws an elbow that misses.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Markovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Markovic.
Markovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Brown controls his hands.
Brown throws a head punch that misses.
Brown misses with a punch on the inside.
Markovic tries a body shot but Brown blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Markovic.
Markovic lands with a light punch inside.
Brown misses with some punches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Brown throws an elbow but misses.
Brown blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brown misses with an elbow over the top.
Markovic misses with a body punch.
A short right from Brown on the inside.
Markovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
A short left from Brown.
Markovic misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Markovic throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Brown.
Good body shot from Markovic.
Brown lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short left from Brown.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Brown throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Brown misses with a short punch on the inside.
Markovic tries to throw a body punch but Brown avoids it by throwing Markovic back against the cage. #BC#
Markovic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brown throws a hook but Markovic blocks it.
Brown throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brown on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CUT#It looks like Robert Brown has been cut.
Brown slips a jab from Markovic.
Markovic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Brown counters with a left to the body. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Markovic staying out of range there.
Brown lands a nice looking body shot.
Brown is looking to clinch but Markovic is avoiding it.
Markovic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Brown blocks a jab.
Markovic takes one to the side of the head.
Markovic keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Markovic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Brown.
Brown lands a jab to Markovic's midsection.
Markovic throws a hook to the side of Brown's head but Brown sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice uppercut lands for Markovic. That snapped Brown's head back.
Jab by Brown.
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
An attempted straight right counter from Markovic misses the target.
Brown tries to clinch up but Markovic circles away and keeps his distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Brown dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert Brown's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Markovic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Brown flicks out a counter leg kick but Markovic steps away.
Brown throws a poor cross that misses
and Markovic counters with a stiff right hand.
Brown misses the shot to the body.
Markovic throws a hook but Brown blocks it.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Brown digs a good body shot into Markovic's ribs.
Markovic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Markovic throws a jab but it's blocked by Brown.
Brown looks to throw the jab but Markovic is out of range.
Markovic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Markovic misses.
Markovic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Markovic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Markovic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Brown moves away from the strike by Markovic. #CL2#
Brown clinches up with Markovic and pushes him back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Brown as the two fighters clinch.
Brown misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
Markovic avoids the elbow strike from Brown, against the cage.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Markovic tries to break free but Brown pushes him back against the cage.
Brown working aggressively here.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Markovic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brown's elbow.
Markovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Brown uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brown prevents a body shot from Markovic.
Brown blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brown blocks a body shot from Markovic.
Brown misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brown throws a punch but it's blocked by Markovic. #T2#
Brown doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD2#
Brown jumps guard and drags Markovic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Brown escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Markovic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Brown looking for subs off his back but Markovic has passed one foot through into half guard.
Markovic prevents Brown from improving his position.#T3#
Brown trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Brown is trying desperately to improve position.
Brown blocking the ground and pound.
Brown wants to control but Markovic is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Markovic controlling from the full mount.
Markovic's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Brown wants to hold on but Markovic pushes him away.
Markovic controlling the pace for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown tries to hold on but Markovic pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nedjeljko Markovic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert Brown's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Markovic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brown.
Markovic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Brown connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Markovic scrambles back to his feet.#CL2#
Brown pushes Markovic up against the cage in a clinch.
Markovic pushes Brown back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Brown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Markovic prevents a body shot from Brown.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Markovic.
Brown misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic misses with some punches.
Brown blocking some punches.
Markovic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Brown.
Markovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown lands with a light punch inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Brown.
Markovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brown backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Markovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Brown.
Brown struggles to land a body shot inside as Markovic controls his hands.
Brown lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Markovic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Brown misses with a punch on the inside.
Brown misses with a punch to the body.
Brown misses with a hook from the clinch.
Markovic lands a right hand.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Markovic working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Markovic.
Markovic lands with a right to the head.
Markovic avoids a wild elbow strike from Brown.
Brown swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Markovic is leaning against Brown and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Markovic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nedjeljko Markovic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Brown lands a body shot in the clinch.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Brown.
Markovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Brown takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC#
Markovic breaks the clinch.
Brown tries to clinch but Markovic is having none of it.
A little feinted left hand from Markovic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic lands with a straight right. Brown didn't see that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Brown.
Robert Brown seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut lands for Markovic. That snapped Brown's head back.
Markovic looks to land a left hand but Brown moved out of range nicely.
Brown tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Brown slips under a jab from Markovic.
Markovic ducks right into an uppercut from Brown.
Brown throws a hook but Markovic blocks it.
Markovic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Markovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Brown is just out of range.
Brown bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Brown with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Markovic jabs at Brown's body.#T3#
Markovic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Brown takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Brown avoids the body shot from Markovic.
Brown walks into a stiff left hand from Markovic.
Nedjeljko Markovic is winning the standup battle so far.
Markovic misses with a looping right.
Brown wants to counter the offense by Markovic and move into the clinch position.
Brown tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Markovic is able to avoid easily.
Brown lands a jab.
Brown throws an off balance right hand
and Markovic counters with a stiff right hand.
Brown looks to throw the jab but Markovic is out of range.
Markovic throws a hook but Brown blocks it.
Brown throws a jab when Markovic was well out of range.
Brown smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brown.
Markovic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Markovic checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Markovic slips a jab from Brown.
Jab, jab by Brown - just one landing.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Markovic looks to score with a jab to the body but Brown is just out of range.
A combination from Markovic does no damage.
Brown throws a jab when Markovic was well out of range.
Brown throws a low kick but Markovic moves out of range easily.
Brown misses with a body kick.
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brown was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Brown appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nedjeljko Markovic showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Markovic 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 Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nedjeljko Markovic!
A relieved looking Nedjeljko Markovic thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
RISE 66:
Date: May 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Markovic throws out a loose jab but Saitoh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saitoh blocks a jab.
Markovic scores with a nice head shot.#CUT#It looks like Masa Saitoh has been cut.
Saitoh on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Saitoh throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Markovic lands an overhand right.
Saitoh has his takedown stuffed
enabling Markovic to counter with a crisp jab.
Markovic cracks Saitoh on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Saitoh falls backwards against the cage. Markovic follows up with more strikes that drop Saitoh to his knees. Markovic keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Saitoh! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nedjeljko Markovic!
An out of breath Nedjeljko Markovic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Outlaw 18 - Thoupos vs Aury
Date: Mar 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Dickons misses with a wild combination.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Markovic, as that shot connected.
Markovic connects with a jab.
Dickons doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Markovic lands with a nice body punch.
Dickons doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Markovic blocks a head kick by Dickons.
Dickons tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Markovic swivels and escapes.
Markovic scores with a shot to the body.
Dickons throws a leg kick which misses Markovic's front leg but catches the back leg as Markovic tries to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice shot by Markovic.
Markovic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Markovic cracks Dickons with a right hand to the side of the head.
Markovic pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Dickons back to the cage. Markovic follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Dickons misses with the combination.
Dickons throws a leg kick but Markovic moved away.#T1#
Dickons looks for the body kick but Markovic saw that one coming.
Markovic takes a swing at Dickons's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Dickons misses the target.
Jovan Dickons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickons stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nedjeljko Markovic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Markovic blocks a jab.
Markovic throwing a counter right hand but Dickons manages to avoid it.
Dickons takes a swing at Markovic's ribcage but misses.
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dickons.
Dickons takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Markovic moves out of range as Dickons throws a body kick.
Dickons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Markovic throws a big counter combination but Dickons scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dickons swinging wildly here.
Markovic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Markovic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dickons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Markovic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dickons misses with a head kick.
Dickons takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markovic scores with a jab to the head.
#ROC#Dickons is rocked!
Markovic lands with a nice body punch.
Dickons swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Markovic connects with a crisp jab.
Dickons is still on wobbly legs! Can Markovic finish him?
Markovic ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Dickons out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nedjeljko Markovic!
During a confident post fight interview, Nedjeljko Markovic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Baba tries to clinch up.
Markovic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Markovic scores with a hook to the body. Baba takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Markovic lands with a good body shot.
Baba darts in looking for a takedown but Markovic gets double underhooks and turns Baba into the cage. #BC#
Baba breaks from the clinch.
Markovic scores with a hook.
Baba could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Markovic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Baba momentarily.
Baba leaves his chin hanging out and Markovic seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Baba crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nedjeljko Markovic!
Nedjeljko Markovic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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